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Voith, Visy and Appita: Joint energy summit on decarbonization in paper production
Voith, in collaboration with its customer Visy, a global packaging and resource recovery company, held a two-day workshop on decarbonization in papermaking in Melbourne. The event was supported by Appita, the Australasian pulp and paper technical association. The Energy Summit brought together leaders and experts to discuss the latest solutions and proven technologies for energy efficiency, cost savings and operational improvements.
Fast and easy rebuild of existing cleaner systems
Based on many years of experience in cleaner technology, Voith introduces the AdaptClean rebuild kit, the latest optimization option within its BlueLine product range. The AdaptClean technology enables a quick and easy conversion of existing low consistency cleaners from a diameter of 105 mm. The upgrade involves removing all parts below the headstock. A Voith cleaner cone and the Easy EcoMizer are then attached to the existing headpiece using an adapter. A dilution water line with pump makes the system ready for use again within a few hours.
Voith’s PapermakingAcademy contributes to successful start-up of SCA’s PM 2 in Obbola
Voith delivered effective commissioning trainings for the November 2022 start-up of the world’s largest kraftliner machine, SCA’s PM 2 in Obbola, Sweden. Thanks to Voith's PapermakingAcademy and comprehensive documentation, the SCA team was optimally prepared for operation of its new state-of-the-art facility. “A key factor to the successful start-up here in Obbola has been the training given to the employees,” says Lisa Lundström Hämälä, Process Engineer at SCA. “Voith prepared extensive training materials, and Voith and SCA together made sure there were several occasions for each training so employees could attend while also running our old, now closed paper machine.”
ZELLCHEMING
Intelligent complete solutions for paper production from Bellmer
At this year's Zellcheming Expo, Bellmer will once again present its comprehensive portfolio of services for the paper industry. Focus topics at the Bellmer booth 140 in Hall North at the RheinMain CongressCenter Wiesbaden are intelligent complete solutions for the production process.
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Optimized papermaking: Voith at Zellcheming
As full-line supplier to the paper industry and gold sponsor of the Zellcheming trade fair, Voith will present solutions for an efficient and sustainable paper production under the motto “Papermaking for Life” at booth 51, Hall North. The hybrid trade fair will take place from June 20-22, 2023, at the RheinMain Congress Center (RMCC) in Wiesbaden, Germany, and will provide a dialog platform for forward-looking process and product technology innovations for the paper, pulp and fiber-based industries.
Actionable plans in place for reaching Perstorp 2030 sustainability targets
Sustainable solutions provider Perstorp has turned its ambitious sustainability targets for 2030 into actionable roadmaps on the corporate level as well as for each of its production plants, outlining hands-on activities to lower greenhouse gas emissions, reduce waste, save fresh water and enable sustainable transformation throughout the value chain.
New Mondi kraft paper machine from Bellmer
Mondi has ordered a new paper machine from Bellmer for its flagship Štetí mill in the Czech Republic. The investment will help Mondi meet the growing demand for paper-based flexible packaging, underpinned by growth in eCommerce and sustainable packaging. It will also contribute to expanding Mondi's portfolio of innovative, sustainable packaging and paper solutions.
Second Andritz tissue line starts operating at innovative industry newcomer MG TEC
MG TEC Industry successfully started up its second complete tissue production line from Andritz at its mill in Dej, Romania. The first line went into operation in 2021. Dorin Mocan, CEO of MG TEC Industry, says: “Energy-efficient production and perfect end-product quality – those were our key targets and together with Andritz we achieved them. I am proud to hold the first tissue in my hands now.” Simion Buburuz, Technical Manager of MG TEC Industry, adds: “With their great team on site and their support in all areas Andritz perfectly met the challenging start-up schedule. Our second line was started up on the dot.”
Valmet signs a renewal of the service agreement for the AS Estonian Cell pulp mill in Kunda, Estonia
Valmet has signed an extension of the service agreement with AS Estonian Cell aspen pulp mill in Kunda, Estonia. The previous three-year agreement between Estonian Cell and Valmet was extended to an additional five years. The order is included in Valmet’s orders received of the first quarter 2023. The value of the order will not be disclosed.
Andritz flue gas treatment system to further reduce emissions at Billerud plant in Sweden
International technology Group Andritz received an order from Swedish pulp and paper manfufacturer Billerud AB to supply a flue gas treatment system for its Gruvön mill. The system will allow the mill to increase the output of its soda recovery boiler while at the same time reducing emissions. The recovered soda is reused in the pulp manufacturing process.
Digital solutions for increased energy-efficiency in papermaking
German-based testing device manufacturer emtec Electronic will exhibit an innovative product portfolio designed to improve processes and product quality, reduce waste and save energy at the Paper & Biorefinery trade conference from May 24-25 in Graz, Austria.
Valmet to deliver a wash press to Holmen Paper AB’s Braviken mill in Sweden
Valmet will deliver a TwinRoll wash press to Holmen Paper AB’s Braviken mill in Sweden. The start-up is scheduled for April 2024. The order was included in Valmet’s orders received of the fourth quarter 2022. Its value will not be disclosed.
