Fiber is the main ingredient and primary expense in the manufacture of paper and board products. Both its price and availability fluctuate with supply and demand. To be successful, mills must be able to economically source fiber in an increasingly competitive marketplace. This module describes the three primary sources of fiber used in the production of paper and board, wood, non-wood, and recycled.
•List the three primary sources of fiber used in the production of paper and board
•Describe the difference between hardwood and softwood fibers
•Describe how different fibers affect sheet properties
•Explain why different fiber types are blended together
•List the different classifications of recycled paper
Industrial Libraries
- Convergence Industrial Maintenance Library
- Convergence Pulping Library
- Industrial Premium
