Product Description
Valley Laboratory Beater is a specialized instrument used in the paper industry to simulate the beating process of pulp, which is an essential step in the papermaking process. Beating refers to the mechanical treatment of pulp to improve fiber bonding, fiber separation, and the overall quality of the paper. The Valley Beater is used to evaluate the pulp's properties, such as fiber length, swelling, and refining, which affect the paper's strength, smoothness, and printing quality.
Valley Laboratory Beater consists of a cylindrical container with a rotating beater arm. The pulp is placed inside the container, and the beater arm is activated to agitate the pulp in a specific manner. This process mimics the industrial papermaking method, where the pulp is subjected to mechanical forces to break down the fibers, promoting better bonding and fiber network formation.
The tester provides valuable data on the pulping process, allowing manufacturers to determine the optimal level of fiber treatment for specific applications. It can be used to assess different pulps, including mechanical, chemical, or recycled pulps, and to compare how various refining conditions affect the final paper product.
By using the Valley Laboratory Beater, paper manufacturers can optimize pulp refining, improve paper quality, and ensure their products meet required industry standards for strength, texture, and printability.
Product Specifications
Capacity: 23 Litres
Pulp container is made of stainless steel sus 304
Maximum Sample Weight 690 grams
Normal Pulp Consistency 1.57%, maximum 3%
Beater roll Speed 500rpm
Flybar and Bedbar Material: SsUS 304
Bedbar Material: SUS 304
Beater Container Base: Cast Iron FC25
Drive Motor: 1 HP x 3PH 220V/50Hz
Frame: Steel SS41
Dimension: 65 x 95 x 97 cm (25 x 37.5 x 38 in)
Weight: About 200 kgs. (441 lbs)
Meets Method: ISO 5264-1