Patent ID: 8007639
Filing Date: 2011-08-30
Classification: B31F,B32B,D21H,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A system for producing a multi-ply web article comprising in combination: a dispenser constructed and arranged to dispense a superabsorbent material in powder form on a first ply of tissue paper, including a superabsorbent powder applicator; at least a first path and a second path for at least said first ply and a second ply, respectively, and a joining arrangement to join said first ply and said second ply and to produce a finished multi-ply tissue paper article, wherein said applicator comprises a device which forms a storage chamber in which particles of said superabsorbent material are held in suspension in a flow of air, wherein said device is associated with a suction roller, said first ply being fed around said roller and passing through said chamber to receive the superabsorbent material.