Press Felt (Press Fabric) for Paper Machine Clothing
Press fabrics optimized for maximum nip dewatering, sheet surface quality, and long service life. Available in BOM, Laminated, and Needle Felt constructions.
Press Fabric for These Paper Grades
Each paper grade requires a fabric-structure and parameter review against the machine conditions.
Tissue
Review press fabric construction and specifications for tissue against the machine position and operating conditions.
Packaging
Review press fabric construction and specifications for packaging against the machine position and operating conditions.
Kraft
Review press fabric construction and specifications for kraft against the machine position and operating conditions.
Board
Review press fabric construction and specifications for board against the machine position and operating conditions.
Corrugated
Review press fabric construction and specifications for corrugated against the machine position and operating conditions.
Specialty Paper
Review press fabric construction and specifications for specialty paper against the machine position and operating conditions.
Press Fabric Structure Types
Choose the optimal structure based on your machine parameters and paper grade requirements.
Press Fabric — Its Role in the Complete PMC System
Press fabric is in the press section, responsible for nip dewatering and sheet surface treatment. Correct fabric selection directly impacts post-press dryness and sheet surface quality.
Information to Prepare for a Technical Review
A press felt should be reviewed for the actual press position, press configuration and dewatering condition rather than selected from a product name or one isolated value.
Paper grade and basis-weight range
Press position, press type and nip arrangement
Current felt construction, dimensions, GSM and available permeability data
Dewatering or moisture symptom, conditioning changes and operating history
Press Fabric Products
3 products available. Each can be customized to your machine specifications.
BOM Press Fabric
Product OverviewPAPTEX BOM press fabric is supplied for paper-machine press section.Selection BasisFinal construction and configuration should be confirmed against paper grade, press configuration, dewatering requirements and operating conditions.
Laminated Press Felt for Paper Machines
Laminated Press Felt for Position-Specific Review A laminated press felt uses multiple base-fabric layers beneath the batt system. It should be evaluated for a defined press position rather than treated as a universal replacement for another felt construction. When to Evaluate a Laminated Construction Include a laminated construction in the technical comparison when the mill needs to review water handling, void-volume recovery, dimensional stability or conditioning behaviour for a specific nip or shoe-press position. Final construction must be confirmed from the actual press geometry, loading, paper grade and current-felt evidence. Information Required Before Selection Paper grade and basis-weight range Press position, press type and nip arrangement Current felt construction, dimensions, GSM and available permeability data Loading or machine-builder limits available for the position Observed dewatering, moisture profile, conditioning and run-history changes Review the press felt selection guide before comparing constructions, then use the press felt product range to continue a position-specific technical review.
Needle Felt Press Fabric
Product OverviewPAPTEX Needle felt press fabric is supplied for paper-machine press section.Selection BasisFinal construction and configuration should be confirmed against paper grade, press configuration, dewatering requirements and operating conditions.
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View the PMC technical overviewPress Fabric Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about selection, installation, usage, and maintenance.
How do I choose the right press fabric for my paper machine?
Selecting press fabric involves considering paper grade, machine speed, basis weight range, and drainage/drying/press requirements. Our engineers recommend the optimal fabric structure and parameters for your specific conditions.
What is the typical service life?
Service life depends on paper grade, speed, tension, cleaning, contact elements, contamination and hydrolysis conditions. It should be evaluated from the current fabric record and failure mode rather than promised as one fixed number of days.
Can the size be customized?
Please provide machine width, length and operating conditions. Available specifications and dimensions are confirmed through technical review and formal quotation.
What is the delivery time?
Delivery timing depends on the confirmed fabric construction, dimensions, production schedule and destination. Confirm timing in the formal quotation after technical review.
Do you provide installation guidance?
State installation-support needs in the enquiry. Available documentation and support methods are confirmed for the product, market and project.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Minimum order quantity and order conditions depend on the confirmed construction, dimensions and production requirements. Confirm them in the formal quotation.
Need Help Selecting the Right Press Fabric?
Submit machine and operating information to begin a technical review of fabric construction and parameters.