During the past two years, Bercen has been developing a new approach to dry strength. (Patent Pending 2008/0216979A1). Glyoxalated Polyacrylamide (GPAM) is one of the most widely used dry-strength additives. Despite its widespread use, there are several shortcomings among existing products, including poor shelf life, low solids, and very poor control over managing the gel point of the product.