Doctoring technology SkyLine

Doctoring technology SkyLine 1

Dear customer, Roll, cover and doctor blade must become an unbeatable trio. To achieve this, modern doctoring analysis methods, a unique doctor service and constant innovations in doctor blade technology are all necessary. Please find a broad overview on all our doctor blades on the following pages as well as a detailed table on perfect fit combinations with rolls and roll covers. Martin Serr, Director Key Account EMEA 2

Table of content SkyLine - Perfect choice for covers Technology and application 4 Durability and efficiency 5 Cleaning and conditioning 6 Analysis and optimization 6-7 Services Troubleshooting 8 Man in the van 8 Complete holder systems 9 Products by material Polymer blades SkyPoly 10 SkySeal Plus and SkySeal Flex 11 Composite blades SkyCarbon 12 SkyComp 20 13 SkyComp 40 14 SkyDur 16 SkyDur T 17 SkyGrid 18 SkyTex L 19 SkyTop T 20 Sky Top Plus 21 Coated blades SkyCoat HM / HM2 22 Metal blades SkyMet S45 23 SkyMet B 24 SkyMet C / C1 25 Hard metal coated blades SkyTerra S 26 SkyTerra B 27 Tissue machine SkySoft 29 SkyComp 60 15 3

1 SkyLine Perfect choice for covers Voith is the competent and innovative partner for the optimum combination of fabrics, rolls, roll covers and coatings with doctor blades and coater blades. Advanced solutions in products, logistics and customer care create essential benefits for papermakers. With expertise and know-how, Voith is the specialist for demanding doctor blade positions. Technology and application SkyLine doctor blades from Voith generate measurable value with extended lifetime, increased paper machine efficiency and cost savings, particularly on demanding paper machine positions (see table). Special dimensions, bevels and other special requirements regarding the material are available on request. 4

1 Voith offers a broad variety of SkyLine blades for all kinds of applications. 2 2 The right choice can have a big impact on durability and efficiency. Durability and efficiency Cost savings due to longer lifetime SkyTop Blade cost per year (in thousand EUR) Cost savings due to reduced blade changes SkyTop Costs per year (in thousand EUR) Competitor A SkyTop -60.6% Competitor A SkyTop -66.6% Competitor B SkyTop -35.8% Competitor B SkyTop -40.0% 0 40 60 80 0 100 200 300 *Blade cost savings based on the following lifetimes: Competitor A 4 days Competitor B 7 days Voith SkyTop 12 days *Savings based on the following number of blade changes: Competitor A 90 / year Competitor B 50 / year Voith SkyTop 30 / year 5

3 Cleaning and conditioning Doctor analysis and optimization Composite doctor blades for cleaning and conditioning For conditioning and smooth cleaning of ceramic coatings Voith has developed doctor blades with variable carbon fiber content. Additionally, the blade materials contain different fillers and particle sizes. The fillers not only provide abrasive properties for conditioning of the cover surface, but also serve to keep the surface roughness and good sheet release. Composite doctor blades for cleaning For cleaning purposes or short term application on drying cylinders the cleaning blades contain densely distributed, large cleaning fillers. The use of high-performance doctor blades minimizes the material consumption and improves the wear profile of the blade. Variations and deviations on holder and beams cannot be compensated by the doctor. To identify these variations and to optimize the doctoring situation, Voith offers targeted investigations: Microscopic analyses of the blade angle Survey of wear cross profiles Investigations of mechanical properties and chemical composition Every single factor that could directly or indirectly influence the doctoring is taken under consideration. After finishing the investigations you receive a detailed report including a summary of the test results and suggestions as well as recommen dations for improvements. 6

3 The perfect-fit combination of fabrics, roll and doctor blade allows best results. 4 4 Voith engineers help you analyze the effects of variations and deviations of holder and beams to further improve the effectiveness of your blade. Filler size Cleaning and conditioning blades Filler distribution Cleaning blades Low High Low High Fine Size of filler particles Coarse Fine Size of filler particles Coarse 7

Our Service Part of Your Business. Services Maintenance and service are the key to efficient paper production no matter where in the world. A worldwide network of Voith specialists provide a tailored service which is supported by the knowledge and experience gained from years of paper industry experience. As an end-to-end process supplier, Voith offers complete blade systems and comprehensive blade services. Troubleshooting Man in the van The Voith experts analyze and question problems or irregularities from several aspects. Based on fault indications they search for possible causes and support the customer so that the machine runs optimal as fast as possible. The service hotline is available 24/7. Voith s man in the van concept ensures fast and reliable services on-site. With the equipment and the expert know-how, the man in the van is the solution for a full package for the complete machine. The concept includes: Support consignment stock Service for blade holder Production of doctor blades in the driving factory Additional free services 8

Complete holder systems In addition to excellent blades for all applications, Voith offers state-of-the-art holder systems for all kinds of blades. The holders are easy to install and of technical top-quality. 9

POLYMER SkyPoly Blade for thermoplast roll covers The SkyPoly doctor blade is specifically designed for use on rolls with soft plastic covers in the wet end and the press section. It offers a high level of cleaning efficiency without wear on the cover. SkyPoly consists of a thermoplast material made of modified, extratough polyethylene. The friction coefficient of the blade is especially low, which means the wear due to friction on the cover is reduced to a minimum. At the same time, the strength of SkyPoly over the period of its use remains very high, and the blade achieves a high level of cleaning efficiency. SkyPoly Temperature Thermoplastic 50 x 6.0 75 x 6.0 / 8.0 Gentle doctoring, low wear Wire, press 85 C standard 105 C short term Special profiles possible 10

POLYMER SkySeal Plus and SkySeal Flex Advanced technology for the dryer section The SkySeal family contributes to improved paper quality and runnability. With its unique abrasion-resistant material, SkySeal Plus offers the best protection against abrasion and deformation. Thanks to its flexible material, SkySeal Flex optimally adapts to demanding positions. Both sealing strips ensure improved sealing, provide continually high performance and reduce overall energy consumption. Improved mechanical properties enable problem-free handling. Due to a very simple installation process, machine maintenance is quick and easy. SkySeal sealing strips are available for all Voith stabilizers equipped with MultiSeal technology. Newly installed stabilizers come with SkySeal Plus as standard. SkySeal Plus SkySeal Flex Temperature Thermoplastic 50 x 2.0 Abrasive Dryer 135 C standard 150 C short term Temperature Silicone rubber 50 x 2.0 Flexible Dryer 180 C standard 220 C short term 11

COMPOSITE SkyCarbon Blade for high mechanical loads and long service life SkyCarbon is a fiber composite for high mechanical load. Due to the exclusive use of highly loadable carbon fibers, cleaning and conditioning are optimized. SkyCarbon offers excellent mechanical properties and works perfectly in sections where less friction and wear is required. The strength of cleaning fibers in the direction of the paper are increased compared to the supporting fibers crosswise to the direction of the paper in order to improve cleaning effectivity and vibration dampening. SkyCarbon Temperature Fiber composite with carbon fiber reinforcement and duroplast matrix 50 x 1.5 / 2.0 76 x 1.5 / 2.0 Other Dimension on request Highest strength with the lowest wear friction Wire, press, dryer, calender, winder 160 C standard 175 C short term 30, 45 12

COMPOSITE SkyComp 20 High efficiency SkyComp doctor blades consist of fiber composites made of carbon and glass fibers. This mixture combines glass fibers, which have a good cleaning effect, with carbon fibers that lengthen the service life. The combination guarantees optimal cleaning as well as a long service life of the doctor and is especially economical. SkyComp 20 is designed for a high mechanical load. The strength of cleaning fibers in the direction of the paper are increased compared to the supporting fibers crosswise to the direction of the paper in order to improve cleaning effectivity and vibration dampening. SkyComp 20 Temperature Fiber composite with 20% carbon fiber reinforcement and a duroplast matrix 50 x 1.5 / 2.0 76 x 1.5 / 2.0 Other Dimension on request Very good cleaning, low wear, low friction and high mechanical strength Wire, press, dryer, sizing and coating, calender, winder 160 C standard 175 C short term 30, 45 13

COMPOSITE SkyComp 40 High level of cleaning efficiency SkyComp doctor blades are fiber composites made of carbon and glass fibers. This mixture combines the good cleaning effect of glass fibers with the service life lengthening effect of carbon fibers. With SkyComp 40 doctor blades, the portion of mechanically, highly resilient carbon fibers is increased. The conditioning of the roll surface can therefore be improved in comparison to the standard SkyComp 20 design. SkyComp 40 is designed for high mechanical loads. The strength of cleaning fibers in the direction of the paper are increased compared to the supporting fibers crosswise to the direction of the paper in order to improve cleaning effectivity and vibration dampening. SkyComp 40 Temperature Fiber composite with 40% carbon fiber reinforcement and a duroplast matrix 76 x 2.0 / 2.5 Other Dimension on request Good cleaning properties, long lifetime and high mechanical strength Wire, press, dryer, sizing and coating, calender, winder 160 C standard 175 C short term 30, 45 14

COMPOSITE SkyComp 60 High efficiency and long service life SkyComp doctor blades are fiber composites made of carbon and glass fibers. This mixture combines the good cleaning effect of glass fibers with the service life lengthening effect of carbon fibers. With SkyComp 60 doctor blades, the portion of mechanically, highly resilient carbon fibers is increased. The conditioning of the roll surface can therefore be improved in comparison to SkyComp 40 doctor blades. SkyComp 60 is designed for a high mechanical load. The strength of cleaning fibers in the direction of the paper are increased compared to the supporting fibers crosswise to the direction of the paper in order to improve cleaning effectivity and vibration dampening. SkyComp 60 Temperature Fiber composite with 60% carbon fiber reinforcement and a duroplast matrix 50 x 2.0 76 x 2.0 Other Dimension on request Good cleaning properties, superior lifetime, high mechanical strength Wire, press, dryer, sizing and coating, calender, winder 160 C standard 175 C short term 30, 45 15

COMPOSITE SkyDur Reliably cleaned roll surface SkyDur is a doctor blade consisting of 100% glass fibers with an optimal combination of cleaning and supporting fibers. The mechanical strength of the blade is especially high, making it ideal for increased mechanical loads. The supporting strength of the fibers crosswise to the direction of the paper is improved in comparison to the cleaning fibers in the direction of the paper. SkyDur Temperature Glass fiber reinforcement with duroplast matrix 50 x 1.5 / 2.0 / 2.8 76 x 1.5 / 2.0 / 2.8 Other Dimension on request Excellent cleaning properties, low wear and high mechanical strength Wire, press, dryer, sizing and coating, calender, winder 160 C standard 175 C short term 30, 45 16

COMPOSITE SkyDur T Intensive cleaning efficiency at high temperatures SkyDur T is a fiber composite doctor blade with an optimal combination of cleaning fibers and glass fibers. The fiber composite is especially temperature-resistant, which means the blade is designed for a higher temperature load than SkyDur. The SkyDur T glass fibers crosswise to the direction of the paper are stronger than the cleaning fibers in the direction of the paper. An increased portion of functional fibers facilitates better conditioning of the roll surface with comparable product characteristics. SkyDur T Temperature Reinforced glass fiber and high temperature-resistant duroplast matrix 50 x 1.8 76 x 1.8 Other Dimension on request High thermal resistance and best mechanical strength Dryer, sizing and coating, calender, winder 240 C standard 255 C short term 30, 45 17

COMPOSITE SkyGrid Blade for excellent cleaning efficiency SkyGrid consists of a fiber composite that contains particles graduated according to their size, along with cleaning fibers and reinforcement fibers. Together with the cleaning fibers, these functional particles create a well cleaned and finely conditioned roll surface. With SkyGrid, the reinforcement fibers crosswise to the direction of the paper are stronger than the cleaning fibers in the direction of the paper. Cleaning and polishing materials add strength to the entire composite, enabling SkyGrid doctor blades to withstand a high mechanical load. SkyGrid Temperature Glass fiber composite and duroplast matrix with fine regraded cleaning and polishing materials 76 x 1.5 / 2.0 Other Dimension on request Efficient cleaning and conditioning Press, dryer, calender, winder 160 C standard 175 C short term 30, 45 18

COMPOSITE SkyTex L Gentle cleaning at lowest wear rates SkyTex L is designed for medium mechanical loads. The uniform distribution of the fabrics contributes to gentle doctoring. Additional fillers reduce the wear rate of the blade and roll cover. SkyTex L is a fabric composite that works perfectly with soft roll covers and enables optimal results through gentle doctoring. The blade can be equipped with standard guiding systems and can be fit to special geometries if required. SkyTex L is resistant to most typically used chemicals in the pulp and paper production. SkyTex L Temperature Fabric reinforced composite with duroplast matrix and lubricants 75 x 2.3 / 2.8 Intermediate mechanical strength and low wear friction due to lubricants Wire, press, sizing and coating 100 C standard 135 C short term 30, 45 19

COMPOSITE SkyTop T Gentle cleaning at high temperatures SkyTop T consists of a fiber composite that contains the proven combination of cleaning and reinforcement fibers as well as particles graduated according to their size. The abrasive fillings interact with the various fibers to create a well cleaned, perfectly conditioned roll surface. SkyTop T can be used in high temperature applications up to 240 C. SkyTop T Temperature Carbon fiber composite with high temperature duroplast matrix and fine regraded cleaning and polishing materials 76 x 1.5 Intensive cleaning, best conditioning and longest lifetime Dryer, sizing, calender, winder 240 C standard 255 C short term 30, 45 20

COMPOSITE SkyTop Plus Intensive cleaning efficiency and optimum sheet release SkyTop Plus consists of a fiber composite that contains particles graduated according to size, along with the proven combination of cleaning fibers and reinforcement fibers. Together with the low-friction, low-wear carbon fibers, they create a well cleaned and finely conditioned roll surface. Additional special liners improve sheet release and allow optimal adaptation of the blade to the roll surface. SkyTop Plus also withstands extreme mechanical loads. The reinforcement fibers crosswise to the direction of the paper are stronger than the cleaning fibers in the direction of the paper. Cleaning and polishing materials strengthen the entire composite. SkyTop Plus Temperature Carbon fiber composite and duroplast matrix with fine regraded cleaning and polishing materials including an additional special top and bottom layer 50 x 2.0 76 x 2.0 Best conditioning and longest lifetime Wire, press, dryer, sizing and coating, calender, winder 160 C standard 175 C short term 30, 45 21

COATED SkyCoat HM / HM2 Quickly achieving the desired profile SkyCoat HM / HM2 is a hard metal coated steel blade that is produced with very narrow tolerances for application in coating machines. The hard metal coating consists of a cobalt matrix, tungsten carbide and a special alloy to increase the wear resistance. The desired profile is quickly achieved and a constant wear rate with high durability is assured. SkyCoat HM: Stiff geometry SkyCoat HM2: Bent geometry SkyCoat HM/HM2 Spring or stainless steel blade with hard metal coating 76-100 high 0.381 / 0.457 / 0.508 caliper Fast achieving of desired profile, constant wear rate and high durability Coating (bent and stiff geometry) 22

METAL SkyMet S45 Stainless steel for doctor blades SkyMet S45 is a stainless steel blade in excellent quality according to DIN 1.4021 for various applications in paper machines with very fine tolerances. The achieved tolerances for flatness and straightness are exemplary. SkyMet S45 Stainless steel 50 x 1.25 76 x 1.25 Exceptional lifetime and a good cleaning Wire, sizing and coating 30, 45 23

METAL SkyMet B The bronze doctor blade SkyMet B is made of bronze alloy in excellent quality according to DIN 17 662 for various applications in paper machines with very fine tolerances. The achieved tolerances for flatness and straightness are exemplary. SkyMet B Phosphor bronze 50 x 0.8 75 x 1.25 Lowest friction and good cleaning Dryer, sizing and coating, calender 30 24

METAL SkyMet C / C1 The strong doctor blade SkyMet C is made of carbon steel in excellent quality according to DIN C75S for various applications in paper machines with very fine tolerances. The achieved tolerances for flatness and straightness are exemplary. These doctor blades can be equipped with standard guiding systems and can be fit to special geometries if required. SkyMet C/C1 Carbon steel C: 75 x 1.0 / 1.25 C1: 75-100 high 0.381 / 0.457 / 0.508 caliper Exceptional lifetime and a good cleaning Dryer, sizing and coating, calender, creping, winder 30, 45, 90 25

HARD METAL COATED SkyTerra S Intensive ceramic roll cleaning SkyTerra S doctor blades were designed in conjunction with TerraSpeed ceramic covers. This allows for the most advanced cleaning of the cover and produces the best surface condition over the long run. SkyTerra S works equally well with all kinds of ceramic covers and can also be used to doctor Voith TopRock covers. The blade is treated with a non-stick coating to avoid contamination build-up. SkyTerra S Stainless steel with hard metal coating especially designed for the TerraSpeed coating 50 x 1.3 76 x 1.3 Non-stick coating, intensive cleaning of TerraSpeed and CeraLease coatings Press 30 26

HARD METAL COATED SkyTerra B Blade for coated dryer cylinders SkyTerra B, a coated bronze alloy blade, convinces with exceptional quality. The blade is treated with a non-stick coating to avoid contamination build-up. SkyTerra B can be applied in a variety of applications and is manufactured with very fine tolerances. SkyTerra B Phosphor bronze with hard metal coating 76 x 1.3 High wear resistance, non-stick coating and resistance to higher pressures Dryer 30 27

TISSUE MACHINE Expertise in tissue production For 150 years, Voith technologies have been inspiring customers and business partners around the world. As an expert in the tissue industry, Voith offers solutions for the entire tissue machine. In addition to a full range of innovative, reliable products, Voith provides full service support for all machine parts, as well as the overall production process. For example, the worldwide network of Voith specialists provides a fast and tailored Yankee cylinder service. 28

TISSUEMASCHINE MACHINE SkySoft Strong against wear soft on the paper web Constructed of carbon steel and an oxide ceramic coating, SkySoft ensures equal and very low blade wear. Compared to conventional uncoated steel blades, SkySoft excels with a significantly longer lifetime. The special coating also ensures constant production parameters and reliable output, resulting in outstanding creping performance and tissue quality. Besides easy installation, SkySoft features highly flexible operation bevels. Combined with optimal Yankee metallization, SkySoft can increase the performance level of the tissue machine. SkySoft Carbon steel with oxide ceramic coating 100 x 1,3 or 115 x 1,3 Other Dimension on request Especially high wear resistance, excellent creping performance Yankee Cylinder Standard 90, other bevels on request 29

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