VIB SteamTech TAD

Through-Air Drying Steamshower

Pneumatic VIB zone control valve
Pneumatic VIB zone control valve for all models of the SteamTech family. The identification plate includes the technical specifications.

Control StationECS is a VIB SteamTech electronic control station that governs the pneumatic actuators. Each actuator is controlled by an I/P-converter with a control signal of 0.8 - 4 bar (12 - 60 psi). Setpoints are sent from the VIB Control StationIPS using measurement system data.

Control StationIPS is an integrated process station that serves as the central process point for the system. It contains the integrated MD/CD control, the operator visualization package, PLC functions and the intelligence to control the entire actuator control system.

Benefits for the Paper Industry

  • Higher output and a flatter moisture profile can be achieved simultaneously.
  • Narrow spacing of the actuator can be adjusted to produce the desired profiling effect.
  • Optional feedback of the actuator position ensures reliable functioning of the VIB SteamTech Actuator.
  • Better creping on wire owing to an even moisture profile.
  • CD moisture 2-sigma improvement of 60%, profile correction of 3%.
  • 6 - 12% higher output.
  • 3 - 4% increase in dryness in TAD dryer.
  • Improved runability on the whole production line.
  • Improved converting owing to better moisture profiles.
  • Reduction in gas consumption owing to better dryness at the through-air dryer.
  • 1.5 - 3% increase in efficiency of the total production line with integrated moisture control.

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