Results for tag: "Dry Strength Agent"

Dry Strength Agents (DSAs) are chemical auxiliary agents used in the papermaking industry to improve the strength of paper. DSAs are typically added to the paper pulp during the wet end of the papermaking process, and are designed to increase the strength of the paper without increasing its basis weight. DSAs are typically polymers, such as polyacrylamide, polyacrylic acid, and polyvinyl alcohol, and are used to increase the bonding between the fibers in the paper. DSAs are used in a variety of paper products, including tissue, paper towels, and packaging paper. DSAs are used in a variety of industries, including papermaking, printing, and packaging. The use of DSAs has increased in recent years due to their ability to improve the strength of paper without increasing its basis weight. Some companies in the Dry Strength Agent market include BASF, Kemira, AkzoNobel, Ashland, and Solenis. Show Less Read more