Process improvement

Water quality is crucial as water circuits are increasingly closed. Our mineral solutions improve water quality by removing unwanted materials such as colloidal latex particles and also enhancing flocculation in wastewater plants.

Greater recycling means substantial raw material savings. Harmful impurities in waste paper can limit recycling rates. Our speciality mineral solutions control such impurities, enabling higher recycling rates while maintaining the final quality.

Steanite Prime and Altonit are complementary natural mineral solutions that effectively control deposits in the pulp and papermaking process. Managing organic contaminants minimizes cleaning downtime while boosting final product quality.

Sheet forming is a key step in paper and board production. Our Altonit range improves retention and streamlines dewatering processes. Increased solids retention in sheets leads to higher yields and cleaner process water, enabling faster machine speed.

Continuous production is key. Web breaks are reduced with Imerys solutions due to its high specific surface area, low surface energy, and affinity for organic substances. It neutralizes contaminants throughout the process, removing them during flotation and cleaning.