Paper Machine Clothing Technical Overview
A practical starting point for forming fabric, press felt and dryer fabric discussions. Review the role of each clothing family, the machine data needed for selection, and source-specific reference values from current PAPTEX technical records.
Start With the Machine Position, Then Discuss Structure and Parameters
The same parameter can serve a different operating objective in another position. This framework supports a technical discussion; it does not replace machine-specific engineering review.
Forming Fabrics
Support the fibre mat and drainage process in the forming section. Selection should consider paper grade, furnish, speed, basis weight, sheet-surface needs and the current fabric record.
View product family →Press Felts
Support mechanical dewatering and sheet transport in the press section. Record press position, nip configuration, load, incoming and outgoing moisture, vacuum and conditioning before selection.
View product family →Dryer Fabrics
Support the sheet through the dryer section and interact with ventilation. Permeability must be discussed with group position, pocket conditions, contamination, seam and sheet-support needs.
View product family →What to Collect Before a Model Recommendation
A complete data record is more reliable than applying one universal “best” model and makes the result of a later change easier to evaluate.
Paper grade, furnish and basis-weight range
Machine type, position, speed and width
Current clothing model, dimensions and operating record
Vacuum, shower, nip or pocket conditions
Defined problem and measured baseline
Photos, retired sample or failure-position record
Source-Specific Examples From Current Technical Records
These values apply only to the named model and source record. They are not guarantees for another model or every machine position.
| Model | Family / construction | Density (per cm) | Recorded air permeability | Caliper |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B3616 | Forming, 8/16-shed, 2.5-layer | 40.5–41.5 / 32–36 | 7,000–8,200 m³/m²h (445–519 CFM) | 1.420 mm |
| 3CSSB603020 | Forming, 2/5-shed triple layer | 62.5–64.5 / 76–80 | 4,800 m³/m²h (303 CFM) | 0.83 mm |
| BGW22608 | Dryer, 8-shaft, 1.5-layer | 22.0–22.6 / 13.5–14.5 | 4,740 m³/m²h (300 CFM) | 1.60 mm |
| GW22504K | Dryer, 4-shed double layer, spiral seam | 22.5–23.5 / 12–13 | 11,200 m³/m²h (709 CFM) | 2.00 mm |
Download the English Technical Overview
The PDF consolidates the three PMC families, selection-data checklist, source-specific model references and credential scope for offline review by procurement, technical and maintenance teams.
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