Static Controls Take Charge

A number of approaches and technologies have been developed to combat the costly effects of electrostatic build up on moving webs.

Humidity Control

The substrate absorbs moisture and becomes dissipative to bleed off static electricity. Humidity levels should never exceed 60 percent. Humidity control is generally used in the converting of some textiles and plastics. It cannot be used for applications where moisture content is a concern, such as paper processing.