Cationic PAM Wet Strength Agent for Tissue Paper and Packaging Paper Manufacturing
Product Introduction
Modern paper mills require improved paper strength, better fiber retention, and higher machine productivity to meet growing market demands for tissue paper, packaging paper, and specialty paper products.
Bluwat Blufloc Cationic Polyacrylamide is specially developed as a wet strength and retention aid for paper manufacturing systems. The polymer improves bonding between cellulose fibers, helping paper maintain structural integrity under wet conditions while improving drainage and retention efficiency.
According to the Blufloc Polyacrylamide Technical Data Sheet, the product is available in cationic, anionic, and nonionic forms with varying molecular weights and charge densities for different papermaking applications.
Main Benefits of Wet Strength PAM
Improve Wet Paper Strength
Cationic PAM enhances fiber-to-fiber bonding inside the paper sheet.
Benefits include:
- Improved wet tensile strength
- Better paper integrity
- Reduced sheet breakage
- Enhanced product durability
This is especially important for tissue paper and packaging paper applications exposed to moisture.
Improve Fiber Retention
The polymer improves retention of:
- Fine fibers
- Fillers
- Starch additives
- Calcium carbonate
- Functional additives
This helps reduce raw material loss and improve paper quality consistency.
Enhance Drainage Efficiency
Blufloc PAM accelerates water removal during paper formation.
Advantages include:
- Faster drainage
- Higher machine speed
- Reduced drying energy consumption
- Improved paper machine productivity
Improve Surface and Formation Quality
Better retention and fiber distribution help produce:
- More uniform paper sheets
- Better surface smoothness
- Reduced pinholes
- Improved printability
Typical Applications in Paper Mills
Typical Technical Specifications
Based on the Blufloc TDS:
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Off-white granular powder |
| Ionic Type | Cationic |
| Molecular Weight | 5–12 million |
| Cationic Degree | 5–80% |
| Solid Content | Minimum 89% |
| Recommended Working Concentration | 0.1–0.5% |
| Shelf Life | 2 Years |
Recommended Preparation and Dosing
For optimal wet strength performance:
- Dissolve concentration: 0.1–0.5%
- Dissolving time: around 1 hour
- Agitation speed: 200–400 rpm
Proper dissolution is important to maintain polymer performance and avoid lump formation.
Typical dosing points include:
- Machine chest
- Fan pump
- Blend chest
- Thin stock system
Why Choose Bluwat Chemicals
Bluwat Chemicals is a professional manufacturer and exporter of polyacrylamide for paper making and industrial water treatment applications.
- More than 25 years production experience
- Stable molecular weight control
- Customized ionic charge products
- Exporting to over 80 countries
- Technical support based on real pulp testing
- Factory direct supply with stable quality
Our PAM products are widely used in tissue paper mills, packaging paper plants, recycled paper systems, and specialty paper manufacturing worldwide.
Packaging and Storage
Packaging options
- 25 kg kraft paper bags with inner PE liner
- 750 kg jumbo bags
Storage recommendations
- Store in cool and dry conditions
- Avoid direct sunlight
- Seal bags after opening