Environmentally Benign Approaches For Pulp Bleaching

Pulp and paper production has increased globally and will continue to increasein the near future. Approximately 155 millions tons of wood pulp is producedworldw... » 

Pulp and paper production has increased globally and will continue to increasein the near future. Approximately 155 millions tons of wood pulp is producedworldwide and about 260 millions is projected for 2010. To cope with theincreasing demand an increase in production and improved environmentalperformance is needed as the industry is under constant pressure to reduceenvironmental emissions to air and water. This book gives updated informationon environmentally benign approaches for pulp bleaching which can help solvethe problems associated with conventional bleaching technologies. Main focus is on the environmentally friendly technologies that can helpsolve some of the problems associated with conventional bleaching technologies Information given is uptodate authoritative and cites the experiences ofmany mills and pertinent research which is of interest to those working in theindustry or intending to do so Covers in great depth all the aspects of various bleaching processesincluding environmental issues «