Videos
Starch
Troubleshooting Foam in the Starch Adhesive
Do you need help troubleshooting "foaming issues" of your corrugator adhesive?
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Evaluation Starch LinesUsing Iodine Stains
Understand the iodine solution system to evaluate starch lines.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Singlefacer
Singleface Defects Article 1
In this article, we list and briefly discuss the different types of SF defects and get more in-depth in subsequent articles.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Singleface Defects Article 2
This article focuses on a defect called “Blow Outs” or “Fluff Outs,” depending on the terminology your plant may use.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Singleface Defects Article 3
This article focuses on a defect where the liner, medium, or both are fractured or cut at the SF flute tip.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Singleface Defects Article 4
This article discusses how to locate dry streaks and breaks down the different root causes you may have in your plant.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Singleface Defects Article 5
In this article, we focus on a defect where there is a wrinkle in the liner or medium on the SF side of the sheet.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Singleface Defects Article 6
In this article, we focus on a defect where "Vacuum Lines" or "Finger Lines" are visible.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Singleface Defects Article 7
In this article, we focus on a defect called "Blisters."
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Singleface Defects Article 10
In this article, we cover unusual situations with the running and bonding of various mediums.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Singleface Defects Article 8
In this article, we focus on a defect called "Washboarding."
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Singleface Defects Article 11
In this article, we cover issues where high and low porosity of the liner and medium has a negative impact on the bond at the singlefacer.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Singleface Defects Article 9
In this article, we focus on glue lines that appear as “White Glue Lines” or “Brown Glue Lines”
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Doublefacer
Doublebacker
Tension Issues in Corrugated Board Article 1
We start this series by understanding tension issues with corrugated board.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Hot Plate Section Article 2
In Part 2 of this series, we discuss board quality problems on the double-face.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Hot Plate Section Article 3
In Part 3 of this series, we continue the discussion of board quality problems on the double-face.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Pre-Hot Plate Entry Article 4
In Part 4 of this series, we dive into pre-hot plate entry and further discuss board quality problems on the doubleface side.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Pre-Hot Plate Entry Article 5
In Part 5 of this series, we dive into pre-hot plate entry and start discussing steam and temperature of the heated vessels.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Hot Plate Section Article 6
In Part 6 of this series, we dive into details about your "Hot Plates."
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Belts in the Doublefacer and Impacts on Board Quality Hot Plate Section Article 7
In Part 7 of this series, we discuss your belts in the Doublefacer and their impact on board quality.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Doublefacer Pressure and Ballast Hot Plate Section Article 8
In Part 8 of this series, we go into more detail on the impact of Pressure and Ballast on board quality and defects resulting from improper use or settings.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Pulling Section Article 9
In Part 9 of this series, we focus on the Pulling Section.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
Bonding
Steam Showersto Precondition the Medium
Understand the importance of steam showers to precondition your medium.
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez
The Crucial Balance
Understand temperature management in corrugate double wall sheets.
Written by: Al Austin
Achieving Consitencywith Bonding
Do you want to achieve consistency through your bonding process?
Written by: Tony Shoemaker & Stan Hernandez