TAPPI TIP 0404-27:2019
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Press Fabric Dewatering and Conditioning – Suction Box (Uhle Box) Design and Vacuum Requirements
Published By | Publication Date | Number of Pages |
TAPPI | 2019 | 6 |
Design considerations for dewatering press fabrics to permit selection of slot widths, Uhle box sizing and determination of vacuum requirements are discussed in TAPPI TIP0404-27. Recommended vacuum factors are provided for calculation of Uhle box vacuum capacity. System design considerations for piping, separation and vacuum equipment are included.
Note: This TIP revision included the partial deletion of press fabric showering recommendations. Showers are discussed in TIP 0404-61 "Paper Machine Shower Recommendations."