Doctor blades for board and paper making
Comprehensive range of blades for all types of machine positions and processes
Valmet offers a comprehensive range of doctor blades for all types of process needs in board and paper making. The continuous testing of blade materials and development of blades ensures the reliability and high quality of our doctor blades.
Improved energy efficiency and less CO2 emissions
Long blade lifetime & savings in total production costs
More production and fewer machine stoppages
Improved doctoring performance in each position
All kinds of doctor blades for board and paper machines
All our blades are ranged by their functionality. The Economy range blades are designed to meet today’s quality demands at competitive prices. Doctor blades in the Durability range blades are designed for a maximum blade lifetime.
The Performance range includes blades with specific superior features like low friction, high heat resistance and effective cleaning properties. The low friction blades are designed with sustainability in mind; they reduce motor loads for savings in electricity and extend the durability of the blades.
You can count on sustainability always going hand-in-hand with efficiency when working with Valmet. The vast selection of Valmet Doctor Blades offers a proper solution for your needs. Since sustainability and efficiency consist of many variables, and doctoring is more than the blades – we’ll be your co-driver throughout the process from parts to stocking solutions and personal service close to you.
Performance range - material, features and benefits for superior results
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BLADE NAME |
MATERIAL |
FEATURES AND BENEFITS |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Glass LF | Epoxy resin blade (180 C) with glass fibre layers and functional fillers for low friction | Low friction cleaning doctor blade used in dryer section and calander |
| Valmet Doctor Carbon VC2 LF | Epoxy resin blade (180 C) with carbon glass fibre layers and functional fillers for low friction | Low friction cleaning doctor blade used in dryer section |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Carbon VE2, 4, 10 | High heat resistant (230 C) Eco resin blade with 2 or 4 carbon fibre layers, or 100% carbon fibre layers | Excellent solution for high-temperature applications |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Carbon VL10 | Epoxy resin blade (180 C) blade with 100% oriented carbon fibre layers | Added strength in the MD, and extreme conformability |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Glass LF | Epoxy resin blade (180 C) with glass fibre layers and functional fillers for low friction | Low friction cleaning doctor blade |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Carbon VE T2 | High heat resistant (230 C) Eco resin blade with two (2) carbon fibre layers and abrasive particles | Abrasive doctor blade used in high-temperature applications |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Carbon VE T4 | High heat resistant (230 C) Eco resin blade with four (4) carbon fibre layers and tending particles | Tending doctor blade used in high-temperature applications |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Glass ABR | Fiber glass reinforced epoxy resin blade (180 C) with abrasive particles | Recommended for conditioning of dryer surfaces |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Carbon VC T2 | Epoxy resin blade (180 C) with two (2) carbon fibre layers with abrasive particles | Long-life abrasive doctor blade |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Carbon VC T4 | Epoxy resin blade (180 C) with four (4) carbon fibre layers with tending particles | Long-life tending doctor blade |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Carbon VE T10 | High heat resistant (230 C) Eco resin blade with 100% carbon fibre layers with tending particles | Long-life non-epoxy containing tending doctor blade |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Dual | Ultra high-density polyethylene blade UHMW-PE | Long-life blade with dual functions - foil and doctor blade |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Bronze A | Extra hard rolled phosphor bronze with ceramic Al203 coating | Excellent at stickies removal and will not spark |
| Valmet Doctot Blade Bronze nCT | Extra hard rolled phosphor bronze with WC carbide coating | Excellent at stickies removal and will not spark |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Brite nCT | Stainless Steel, cold rolled. WC carbide coated | Minimizes sheet wraps and extends blade life |
Durability range - material, features and benefits for blades with long lifetime
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BLADE NAME |
MATERIAL |
FEATURES AND BENEFITS |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Carbon VC2, 4, 10, 10D | Epoxy resin blade (180 C) with 2 or 4 carbon fibre layers, or 100% carbon fibre content with functional fillers for durability | Blades are designed for maximum blade lifetime |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Carbon VP12 | Long-life Eco resin blade (230 C) with 100% carbon fibre content | Blades are designed for maximum blade lifetime |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Poly D | Ultra-High-Density polyethylene blade UHMW-PE | Designed for all wet end applications. Gentle on roll covers and lasts long |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Brite HT | Stainless Steel, hardened and tempered | Corrosive roll applications |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Monel | K-Monel; Nickel, copper metal blade | Corrosive roll applications |
Economy range - material, features and benefits for cost-efficient blades
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BLADE NAME |
MATERIAL |
FEATURES AND BENEFITS |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Carbon VT2, 4, 10 | Epoxy resin blade (180 C) with 2 or 4 carbon fiber layers or 100% carbon fibre content | Standard doctor blade for most roll cleaning applications |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Glass | Epoxy resin blade (180 C) with glass fibre layers | Standard roll cleaning applications |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Cotton | Phenolic resin blade with cotton fibre reinforcement | Gentle on roll surfaces |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Bronze | Copper, Phosphor, and tin alloy metal blade | Corrosion resistant and good on steel or cast iron rolls |
| Valmet Doctor Blade Steel | Special Carbon Steel | Selected rolls in non-corrosive environments |
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A doctor blade is a thin, flexible strip of material that is used in the paper industry to scrape or "doctor" the surface of a cylinder or roll. Doctor blades are a critical component of various paper manufacturing processes, including creping, coating, cleaning, and more.
Valmet specializes in providing high-quality doctor blades designed specifically for the paper industry. Our blades are made from a variety of materials, including steel, composite materials, and synthetic materials, and are engineered for precision, consistency, and durability.
We understand the critical role that doctor blades play in the paper production process, and we're committed to delivering the best possible solutions to help our customers achieve optimal efficiency, reliability, and performance. Our team of experts is always available to provide technical assistance, blade maintenance, and training to ensure that your production operations run smoothly and efficiently.
When it comes to doctor blades for the paper industry, you can trust us to deliver the best possible solutions. Contact us today to learn more about our products and services and how we can help you achieve your production goals.