Tend deinking tank

Monitor the flow of waste paper and set up the controller of the tank in which the paper is mixed with water and heated to a high temperature. Skim the ink froth forming on the surface.

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run deinking tank
repair deinking tank
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maintain deinking tank

skill/competence

sector-specific

Tend deinking tank is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Froth flotation deinking operator: Froth flotation deinking operators tend a tank that takes in recycled paper and mixes it with water. The solution is brought to a temperature around 50°C Celsius, after which air bubbles are blown into the tank. The air bubbles lift ink particles to the surface of the suspension and form a froth that is then removed.
Wash deinking operator: Wash deinking operators operate a tank where recycled paper is mixed with water and dispersants to wash out printing inks. The solution, called a pulp slurry, is then dewatered to flush out the dissolved inks.

Tend deinking tank is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

References

1. Tend deinking tank – ESCO