Long Lasting Pulp & Paper Components
The abrasive nature of wood fibers, high-speed machinery, and corrosive process chemicals creates a harsh environment where components can wear out quickly, affecting efficiency and product quality. As a reputable manufacturer of high-wear parts for the pulp and paper industry, Fisher Barton provides metallurgically advanced industrial knives and wear components that solve these challenges, helping you reduce downtime and improve your final product.
Industrial Knives and Components for the Pulp and Paper Industry
We’ve built our reputation as a leading knife supplier for the pulp and paper industry by delivering solutions that last longer and perform better in demanding applications.
Pulp Production Knives
For the initial breakdown of raw timber, we engineer our Metkraft chipper knives and log saws for extreme toughness and impact resistance. The specialized heat treatment and material composition of these blades enable them to maintain a sharp, durable edge, resulting in uniform chip size for higher-quality pulp and reduced strain on your equipment.
Converting and Finishing Knives
We manufacture a wide range of Zenith and Metkraft industrial knives for the entire converting process. This portfolio includes core cutters for precise tube lengths, through-hardened steel slitters and bottom knives for clean cuts on slitters and rewinders, sharp doctor blades for clean surface scraping, and dish blades that provide burr-free cuts on challenging materials.
Applicator Rods for Coating
Our TST applicator rods are essential for paper coating and finishing. The thermal-sprayed carbide or ceramic surface delivers a uniform, defect-free coating while resisting the corrosive and abrasive properties of coating materials.
Our Coating Technologies
To further extend the life and performance of our components, we utilize proprietary coating processes that create a true metallurgical bond for superior durability. FluxFuse® enhances the impact resistance of cutting edges by fusing a layer of tungsten carbide, which is an exceptionally hard compound, to the base material. FUSIONbond® creates a dense, nonporous surface resistant to chemical corrosion and abrasion, increasing equipment lifespan.
Uses of Industrial Knives and Wear Components
Use our industrial knives across various types of pulp and paper machinery, including:
- Wood chippers and log saws: This heavy-duty equipment relies on the engineered toughness of our industrial knives to process raw logs.
- Slitter rewinders: Our precision slitter knives, bottom knives, and core cutters are essential components for converting parent rolls into finished products with clean, consistent cuts.
- Paper coaters: The performance of our thermal-sprayed applicator rods is critical for delivering a smooth, high-quality finish on coated paper and paperboard.
The Fisher Barton Advantage
With over 100 years of manufacturing excellence, Fisher Barton stands out as a reliable supplier of wear components for the pulp and paper industry by solving wear problems at the microstructural level. We use in-house material science and controlled heat treatments to produce longer-lasting parts. Our expertise includes developing proprietary materials, such as MARBAIN®, an ultrahard, non-brittle steel that enhances fracture resistance in our blades. Our manufacturing divisions also adhere to ISO 9001:2015 standards, demonstrating our rigorous, proven commitment to meeting the most demanding customer and regulatory specifications.
The advantages of partnering with us include:
- Advanced technology: Our advanced R&D capabilities and material analysis enable us to develop custom solutions based on your drawings, samples, or specific performance requirements.
- Enhanced safety: As a top industrial knife manufacturer for the pulp and paper industry, our dedication to safety is reflected in the integrity of our products. With durable, fracture-resistant knives and wear parts, we promote optimal equipment performance, facilitating increased personnel safety.
- Single-source convenience: From material selection through heat treatment and coating application, we consolidate your component needs with one trusted domestic manufacturer, simplifying your supply chain.
Address Wear Challenges Today
Downtime reduction in the pulp and paper industry depends on the quality of your equipment’s wear parts. With industrial knives and components from Fisher Barton, you can improve productivity, reduce downtime, and extend equipment life. Request a quote, call us at 920-390-4760, or contact us online to discuss your needs.
