D21H17/28

Device and Method for Self-Improvement via an Edible Affirmation
20220364309 · 2022-11-17 ·

The subject of this invention is embodied in a piece of edible paper that has an affirmation written on it (an “edible affirmation”). This edible affirmation can be used as a tool for self-improvement. In general, an edible affirmation provides a way to partake a word or phrase for the purpose of enhancing the mind, body, and spirit. The user can practice being an expression of the affirmation through focused attention and/or meditation as the edible affirmation dissolves in the mouth and continues for a time thereafter.

Device and Method for Self-Improvement via an Edible Affirmation
20220364309 · 2022-11-17 ·

The subject of this invention is embodied in a piece of edible paper that has an affirmation written on it (an “edible affirmation”). This edible affirmation can be used as a tool for self-improvement. In general, an edible affirmation provides a way to partake a word or phrase for the purpose of enhancing the mind, body, and spirit. The user can practice being an expression of the affirmation through focused attention and/or meditation as the edible affirmation dissolves in the mouth and continues for a time thereafter.

PAPER-SPECIFIC MOISTURE CONTROL IN A TRAVELING PAPER WEB
20230052502 · 2023-02-16 · ·

A network-based system and method for providing desired moisture set point values for individual papers lines based on the physical properties of each liner and the atmospheric conditions associated with a corrugator is disclosed. The desired moisture set point values are based on the hygroexpansivity of each individual paper liner. Once the moisture set point value has been determined, a conditioning apparatus adjusts a moisture value for each liner in order to tune the post-warp characteristics of the final corrugated product.

FLUOROCARBON-FREE AND BIOBASED OIL AND WATER BARRIER MATERIALS COMPRISING POLYELECTROLYTE COMPLEXES
20220356652 · 2022-11-10 ·

The present invention relates generally to compositions comprising polyelectrolytes complexes (PECs) of anionic and cationic biopolymers capable of forming barriers on fiber based materials. Also disclosed is a fibre based material with a barrier coating against oil and water, wherein the material is provided with a barrier from at least two layers formed from at least one composition comprising a polyelectrolyte complex (PEC) of a cationic biopolymer and an anionic biopolymer, The two layers result in improvements in both oil resistance and water resistance compared to the same material provided with a single layer of said at least one composition.

FLUOROCARBON-FREE AND BIOBASED OIL AND WATER BARRIER MATERIALS COMPRISING POLYELECTROLYTE COMPLEXES
20220356652 · 2022-11-10 ·

The present invention relates generally to compositions comprising polyelectrolytes complexes (PECs) of anionic and cationic biopolymers capable of forming barriers on fiber based materials. Also disclosed is a fibre based material with a barrier coating against oil and water, wherein the material is provided with a barrier from at least two layers formed from at least one composition comprising a polyelectrolyte complex (PEC) of a cationic biopolymer and an anionic biopolymer, The two layers result in improvements in both oil resistance and water resistance compared to the same material provided with a single layer of said at least one composition.

Composition of matter in a post-refiner blend zone

After cellulose fibers and cellulose ester fibers are co-refined, they are fed to a blend tank continuously feeds a wet laid process. The composition in the blend tank includes co-refined cellulose fibers and cellulose ester fibers and one or more additives, and the cellulose ester fibers have a denier per filament (DPF) of less than 3, a cut length of less than 6 mm, crimped, or non-round with a DPF of less than 3.

Composition of matter in a post-refiner blend zone

After cellulose fibers and cellulose ester fibers are co-refined, they are fed to a blend tank continuously feeds a wet laid process. The composition in the blend tank includes co-refined cellulose fibers and cellulose ester fibers and one or more additives, and the cellulose ester fibers have a denier per filament (DPF) of less than 3, a cut length of less than 6 mm, crimped, or non-round with a DPF of less than 3.

SURFACE ENHANCED PULP FIBERS AT A SUBSTRATE SURFACE

A paper product having improved printing characteristics and a method of making the paper product. This paper product has a fibrous substrate and top layer of surface enhanced pulp fibers that is integrally coupled to the top surface of the fibrous substrate. The paper product is produced by providing an aqueous slurry formed from a blend of cellulosic fibers and water and at least partially dewatering the aqueous slurry of cellulosic fibers and water to form the fibrous substrate. Subsequently, a surface treatment formed from an aqueous composition of water and surface enhanced pulp fibers is applied to the top surface of the fibrous substrate and thereafter the treated fibrous substrate is dried to form a paper product having enhanced printing characteristics.

SURFACE ENHANCED PULP FIBERS AT A SUBSTRATE SURFACE

A paper product having improved printing characteristics and a method of making the paper product. This paper product has a fibrous substrate and top layer of surface enhanced pulp fibers that is integrally coupled to the top surface of the fibrous substrate. The paper product is produced by providing an aqueous slurry formed from a blend of cellulosic fibers and water and at least partially dewatering the aqueous slurry of cellulosic fibers and water to form the fibrous substrate. Subsequently, a surface treatment formed from an aqueous composition of water and surface enhanced pulp fibers is applied to the top surface of the fibrous substrate and thereafter the treated fibrous substrate is dried to form a paper product having enhanced printing characteristics.

WATER-BASED ADHESIVE FOR THE MANUFACTURE OF LAMINATED CELLULOSIC BOARDS COMPRISING MONOLAYER GRAPHENE OXIDE, LAMINATED CELLULOSIC BOARDS OBTAINED THEREWITH, AND METHODS FOR PRODUCTION THEREOF

A water-based adhesive for the manufacture of laminated cellulosic boards includes monolayer graphene oxide as a glue enhancer. Laminated cellulosic boards may be obtained by providing cellulosic plies, applying a water-based adhesive, and contacting the surface of another cellulosic ply to the first cellulosic ply. A method for producing the water-based adhesive includes mixing starch, water and glue enhancer. The glue enhancer is a suspension of between 0.1 wt % and 0.001 wt % of monolayer graphene oxide in water.