Paper Industry
Infrared for the Paper Industry
Infrared technology offers an efficient way to reduce energy consumption and improve process performance in paper and packaging production.
Production processes in the paper industry are typically highly energy intensive. The use of infrared systems provides an excellent opportunity to lower overall energy consumption and conserve valuable resources.
Common applications include drying processes in the manufacture of paper and cardboard, as well as various steps in paper finishing. Infrared heating also offers clear advantages in offset and screen-printing drying, as well as in the heating of adhesive layers on abrasive paper webs.
Advantages of Infrared in the Paper Industry
Our infrared systems provide numerous benefits for drying and finishing processes in paper and packaging production:
- Increased energy efficiency through direct heat transfer to the substrate without an intermediate medium
- Shorter drying sections and reduced production line footprint
- Homogeneous heating across the entire web width
- Advanced control options to compensate for environmental effects in edge areas
- Available with electric or gas-powered operation
- Modular design enables flexible retrofitting or system upgrades
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Drying of Paper Webs
Infrared technology plays a key role in paper and cardboard production, offering fast, uniform, and energy-efficient drying.
The most common use of infrared systems in the paper industry is the drying of paper and cardboard webs. In this process, infrared not only helps to increase production throughput and reduce the required drying length but also has a significant impact on final product quality.
Through precise, zone-specific control, it is possible to achieve a uniform and reproducible moisture profile across the entire web, ensuring consistent results and high-quality surfaces.
Infrared in Printing Systems
Infrared technology has proven highly effective in modern printing systems, providing fast and reliable drying for inks and coatings.
Infrared emitters are used in many printing machines from leading manufacturers to dry inks and varnishes efficiently. The process is suitable for both water-based and solvent-based inks and is applied across various printing methods, including offset, screen, and digital printing.
Infrared drying ensures shorter process times, consistent color quality, and high production reliability in continuous printing operations.
Infrared Solutions for Your Industry
In nearly all production processes, infrared technology can help reduce cycle times, save energy, and minimize space requirements.
