Patent ID: 6716314
Filing Date: 2004-04-06
Classification: B44C,D21H

Abstract:
A method for forming an abrasion resistant paper sheet for use in decorative laminates comprising the steps of:mixing cellulosic feedstock and water to form a cellulosic slurry; depositing said cellulosic slurry from a primary headbox onto a wire of a papermaking machine to form a web; mixing melamine formaldehyde-encapsulated grit particles with water to form a melamine formaldehyde-encapsulated grit slurry; depositing said melamine formaldehyde-encapsulated grit slurry on said web using a secondary headbox or a slot orifice coater after said primary headbox but prior to papermaking drying equipment; drying said web using said drying equipment; and winding said web to form a roll of abrasion resistant paper.