Fourdrinier machine

The Fourdrinier machine is a key piece of equipment used in the paper-making process. It works by forming a continuous sheet of paper from a slurry of water and fibers. The machine consists of a moving belt, where the slurry is spread out, allowing water to drain away, leaving a wet layer of fibers. As this layer moves along the belt, it is pressed and dried to form a continuous sheet of paper. The Fourdrinier machine revolutionized paper production in the 19th century, allowing for efficient mass production and significantly lowering costs.