"This book is indispensable! Everybody in paper making, textiles, and paper machine clothing should read this book!"-- James A.Harrington, Journal Editor*A comprehensive resource for those who work directly or indirectly with the papermaking process.*Unique presentation that describes the evolution of paper machine clothing into sophisticated products that are made from synthetic fibers with highly engineered properties for distinct paper machine applications.*Demonstrates the tremendous opportunities for paper machine clothing products to meet the demanding needs of today's paper machines*Describes new technologies that have kept the industry on the leading edge of global competitiveness.