Proven Technology in Enzymatic Starch Preparation
The StarchSaver system developed by GAW Technologies stands out for its small, compact design, providing a stable process through its continuous operating mode. Its rock-solid, proven enzymatic process technology makes it possible to produce customized starch size with the required viscosity and molar mass distribution.
Mare Endüstriyel Cihazlar is the authorized distributor of GAW Technologies in Turkey; we provide support from turnkey installation to commissioning for your paper machine's starch kitchen.
Process Flow — How It Works
Dry starch is fed from the silo to the Make Down Station, where it is mixed with water. The mixture, dosed with enzyme at the enzyme dosing unit, passes through the ECO-S filter, is heated in the preheating coil, and undergoes enzymatic conversion in the Converter tank. The optional heat recovery unit recovers energy from the outlet temperature, while the Jet Cooker completes the final cooking, after which the finished starch is transferred to the storage tank. The entire line is continuously monitored with online viscosity measurement.
Advantages
- Fast return on investment (ROI)
- Proven and reliable enzymatic process technology
- Wastewater-free operation, minimum starch loss
- Constant starch quality and viscosity — online viscosity measurement
- Self-adaptive ("lagging") operating mode
- Up to 50% steam/energy savings with optional heat recovery
- Fully automatic operating mode that adapts to capacity
- Rental trial (pilot) unit available
Applications
Paper & Board Coating
Continuous preparation of starch used as a binder in coating formulations, at stable viscosity and quality.
Corrugated Board Gluing (Starch2Glue)
Preparation of adhesive starch for corrugated board production with the Starch2Glue system.
Retrofit & Modernization
Upgrading existing starch kitchens for energy efficiency and automation with GAW technology.