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A three-page TAPPI technical paper explaining moisture-resistant, water-resistant, and waterproof starch adhesives for corrugated box applications.
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TAPPI TIP 0304-69 2011 explains the three commonly recognized levels of wet-strength adhesive used in corrugated box production: moisture resistant (MRA), water resistant (WRA), and waterproof (WPA).
This technical information paper outlines adhesive characteristics, recommended applications, test methods, curing guidance, performance measurement practices, and sample starch adhesive formulas. It also references TAPPI T 812 for wet ply separation testing and TAPPI T 821 for wet pin adhesion testing.
Application Scope: For corrugated packaging plants, starch adhesive technicians, paper and packaging engineers, quality personnel, and professionals evaluating wet-strength performance in corrugated fiberboard.
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Publisher
TAPPI
File size
42.03 KB
Pages
3
Format
PDF
Publication date
2011
