Press Felt Performance Evaluation Form

Systematically assess your current press felt performance and identify optimization opportunities

1. Mill & Machine Information

2. Press Section Configuration

Press PositionTypeNip Pressure (kN/m)Current Felt Weight (g/m²)Current Felt Age (days)
Pickup / 1st Press
2nd Press
3rd Press (if any)

3. Current Performance Metrics

Premature felt filling / clogging
Uneven CD moisture profile
Felt marking on sheet surface
Edge wear / premature edge failure
Compaction / loss of caliper
Base fabric delamination
High vacuum demand / high energy use
Short felt life (below 45 days)

4. Felt Conditioning System

5. Quick Performance Score (Rate 1-5)

__
Dewatering Efficiency
__
Felt Life Duration
__
Sheet Surface Quality
__
CD Profile Uniformity
__
Overall Satisfaction

1 = Poor, 3 = Acceptable, 5 = Excellent. Total score <15 indicates significant optimization potential.

6. Additional Observations