Section B: Papers and Boards Flashcards
1
Q
what is pulp
A
mixture of water and cellulose fibres from wood or plant-flax/hemp/bamboo
2
Q
what are the 7 steps to making paper?
A
source material
chip chemical sol to cook
pulp pounding/squeeze + chalk for opacity
pulp bleached/dyed
sizing
pulp mesh conveyor&rollers
calendering finish after dry
3
Q
What is LCA used for
A
to consider life cycle of whole prosuct to calc raw material and energy used/ waste
impact on environment
4
Q
How are flyers/leaflets used commercially?
A
lightweight on low-grade paper stock
short life span
bleed proof gloss paper produce clear form print
can be biodegradable and recyclable
leaflet
5
Q
how are leaflets better than flyers?
A
often folded or tri-folded
higher quality print and more info
