Patent ID: 7147446
Filing Date: 2006-12-12
Classification: B29B,B29C,C08B,D21H

Abstract:
1. A system for applying crosslinking agent to a moving sheet of cellulose fibers, the system comprising: a first fluid dispenser positioned to apply crosslinking agent onto a first side of the sheet of cellulose fibers; a second fluid dispenser for applying crosslinking agent to a second opposing side of the sheet of cellulose fibers, the second fluid dispenser positioned downstream in the direction of movement of the sheet of cellulose fibers from the first dispenser; a press positioned downstream of the second fluid dispenser for receiving the sheet of cellulose fibers treated with crosslinking agent; wherein the press further comprises a horizontal press having two rolls, each having an axis of rotation, the axis of rotation of one roll being offset horizontally and vertically from the axis of rotation of the other roll.