The Advantages of Polyester Woven Dryer Fabrics

1. Exceptional Durability & Long Service Life

Dryer sections are harsh environments: constant tension, heat up to 150°C (302°F), and cylinder friction. Polyester resists wear, stretching, shrinking, and heat degradation far better than cotton (which shrinks and mildews) or nylon (which weakens at high temperatures).

General advantage: Polyester is wrinkle-resistant, strong, and holds its shape and color over time.
Papermaking advantage: Reking’s special material woven fabrics offer even greater resistance to high temperatures, wear, and aging. Mills running 24/7 often report a 30% longer service life compared to generic polyester fabrics.

2. Consistent Moisture Management & Paper Quality

Uniform drying is essential for preventing curl, brittle edges, or wrinkles. Polyester fabrics maintain stable air permeability, ensuring even airflow and heat transfer across the paper web. Unlike cotton, polyester repels water, preventing fiber buildup and clogging.

• For fine paper and printing paper, Reking’s one-and-a-half-layer fabrics ensure smooth surfaces—vital for ink adhesion.

• For high-quality papers, flat yarn and double-diameter flat yarn fabrics handle the wettest webs without surface damage, ensuring consistent drying.

3. Versatility Across Paper Grades

One size rarely fits all. Polyester woven fabrics can be engineered into layered or flat-yarn structures for different needs: from lightweight tissue to heavy packaging.

Reking covers the spectrum with:

• One-and-a-half-layer fabrics: Fine, printing, and packaging paper.

• Flat & double-diameter flat yarn fabrics: Front dryer cylinders, all high-quality grades.

• Special material fabrics: Extreme heat or heavy wear in specialty grades (e.g., coated or thermal paper).

4. Low Maintenance Requirements

Polyester resists mildew, odors, and moisture absorption. It retains tension and shape better than natural fibers, reducing adjustment needs.

General advantage: Easy to wash, dries quickly, and resists stains.
Papermaking advantage: Less frequent cleaning and fewer shutdowns for fabric maintenance.