Grant: CCI Applied Research and Development Grants

The decline in demand for various paper grades is making the paper industry diversify and develop new specialty and packaging grades, adapting paper machines to produce new products. The aim of this project is to produce modified fibrillated fibers from recycled corrugated containers. This involves enzymatic pretreatments, refining stages, and potential enzymatic post-treatment to optimize filament size and enhance fibrillation effectiveness. The fibrillated filaments will be evaluated on the surface of the sheet, using the Wet End Applicator at the Foudrinier wire of the paper machine (wet end), and also with an offline coater. Innofibre, with its specialized expertise and state-of-the-art equipment, is uniquely positioned to undertake these trials and evaluations. Innofibre and Domtar will synergize their efforts, ensuring the sustained success and continuous innovation of Domtar's paper production initiatives.