Stretcher
The stretchers, typically used on fourdrinier machines, are made of stainless steel, while others can be made either of stainless steel or carbon steel respectively for the press section or the dryer section. Stretching devices are intended for stretching of felts in the press part and drying fabric in the drying part. According to the way of exerting force of stretching, the stretching can be manual or electric.
MAJOR PARTS
- Stretcher body
- Connecting shaft
- Stretcher drive / Gear Box
- Bearing housings
ADVANTAGES
- Simple, Reliable and Safe operation
- Fewer paper breaks
- Longer service life for felt / wire / Screen
- Longer life for bearing
- Better paper quality
