Paper producers are under constant pressure to reduce raw material costs, but in wet-end applications this can create a hidden trade-off. If starch addition is not fully optimised or retained, strength development may be limited and wet-end chemistry can become harder to control. Low molecular strength, uneven bonding, residual salts and scaling in cooking equipment can all lead to downtime, contamination, lower output and reduced paper quality. In practice, the saving on raw materials can quickly be lost through weaker paper properties, increased maintenance and less stable production.

Amylofax® PW A helps paper manufacturers improve strength and process stability from the wet end. As a 100% natural potato starch derivative, it combines high strength development with bridging and bonding, high retention in complex wet-end systems and maximum binding power. Its potato starch base provides the molecular chain length needed to support both internal dry strength and surface strength development, while Avebe’s suspension production process with extensive washing reduces residual salts, chlorides and reagents. With its low pH, Amylofax® PW A also helps prevent scaling in the preparation system. For paper producers, this creates a practical way to improve paper strength, stabilise wet-end chemistry and protect production efficiency without compromising quality.