Crescent Former
Crescent Former
Crescent former technology for superior tissue sheet formation with excellent bulk and softness.
Crescent former technology for superior tissue sheet formation with excellent bulk and softness.
The crescent former has established itself as the dominant forming technology for modern high-speed tissue machines, and Parason's implementation reflects our commitment to engineering excellence refined over five decades. Our crescent former delivers the precise combination of high drainage capacity, gentle fiber handling, and superior sheet formation that premium tissue grades demand.
In the crescent forming process, diluted stock from the hydraulic headbox is injected into the forming nip created between the outer forming wire and the inner Yankee felt wrapped around the forming roll. This configuration enables simultaneous dewatering and sheet transfer, eliminating the need for a separate pickup felt.
Parason's crescent former design emphasizes the critical relationship between forming geometry, drainage characteristics, and final tissue properties—achieving exceptional formation uniformity while preserving the bulk and softness characteristics that distinguish premium tissue products.
1500 m/min
Max Operating Speed
13-35 GSM
Grammage Range
100+ TPD
Production Capacity
Advanced twin-wire forming for premium tissue production
Engineered wrap angles and forming roll diameter balanced for optimal drainage rate with fiber retention.
Purpose-designed headbox with converging slice geometry delivers a stable, uniform jet to the forming nip.
Generous drainage capacity handles high-speed operation without flooding, maintaining stable forming conditions.
Heavy-duty forming roll bearings and rigid frame construction maintain geometric accuracy under operating loads.
Integrated high-pressure showers and suction boxes maintain felt permeability and cleanliness.
Wire and felt tension systems with load cell feedback maintain optimal fabric tensions throughout speed range.
Twin-wire forming produces tissue with excellent formation uniformity for consistent converting performance.
Elimination of pickup felt reduces maintenance requirements, spare parts inventory, and unplanned downtime.
Key specifications and features
Twin-wire forming for excellent uniformity
Optimized for modern tissue speeds
Preserves bulk and softness characteristics
Custom Solutions: Our tissue machine engineers can configure a crescent former solution matched to your target grades and production volumes.
Our tissue machine engineers can configure a crescent former solution matched to your target grades, production volumes, and quality requirements.
