PAPER MACHINE FELTS

摘要

This invention relates to paper machine clothing suitable for use in the forming, pressing or drying sections of a paper making machine and has particular reference to paper making machine clothing used in the dryer section of a paper making machine, such as through air drying fabrics, and dryer screens. According to one aspect of the present invention, there is provided an article of paper making machine clothing suitable for use in the forming, pressing or drying sections of a paper making machine which article includes a fibre structure characterised in that the fibres of said structure comprise a polyester material having a hintered carboxyl group and in that said fibres have a melting point greater than 260.degree.C. The paper machine clothing in accordance with the invention may be used in all sections of the paper making machine and is characterised by much improved hydrolysis resistance.