Why Paper Technologists Use the Terms “Wet End” and “Wet End Chemistry”

Authors

  • Jing Shen Research Division for Sustainable Papermaking & Advanced Materials, Key Laboratory of Biobased Materials Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, China
  • Martin A. Hubbe Department of Forest Biomaterials, College of Natural Resources, North Carolina State University, Campus Box 8005, Raleigh, NC 27695-8005

Keywords:

Terminology, Wet end, Wet end chemistry, Papermaking

Abstract

Terminology plays a crucial role in shaping our understanding of a field. In this editorial, we focus on the widely used terms "wet end" and "wet end chemistry" within the realm of papermaking. By delving into historical records, our aim is to provide a deeper understanding and a clearer perspective on these terms. It is worth noting that exploring terminology can enhance comprehension and foster a more comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.

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Published

2023-11-02 — Updated on 2023-12-17

How to Cite

Shen, J., & Hubbe, M. A. (2023). Why Paper Technologists Use the Terms “Wet End” and “Wet End Chemistry”. BioResources, 19(1), 19–22. Retrieved from https://ojs.bioresources.com/index.php/BRJ/article/view/22868

Issue

Vol. 19 No. 1 (2024)

Section

Editorial Piece