The Challenges with Humidity in Paper Manufacturing

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Humidity and temperature measurement and control are critical to maintaining the precise and constant environment for paper manufacturing. Paper and similar products like cardboard are made from cellulose fiber that comes from various sources (wood, rags, grasses). The cellulose fiber is extracted with either chemical, mechanical plumping or a mix of both. After the wet fiber mix has undergone various treatments it is ready for pressing and drying. Read more about the critical role of humidity measurement and the paper industry.

Fun Fact: Benjamin Franklin was the first paper merchant in America. He helped start 18 paper mills in the Virginia area.

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