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BASF launches paper coating dispersions with reduced Product Carbon Footprint
BASF is launching a portfolio of dispersions for paper coating with a reduced Product Carbon Footprint (rPCF). Paper coating binders produced at the Ludwigshafen Verbund site are now available with approximately 20% to 45% lower Product Carbon Footprints1 than the corresponding conventional products.
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Valmet supplies a complete board making line for efficient premium-quality coated board production in Asia
Valmet has been selected to supply a coated board making line, automation, and lifecycle services to a customer in Asia. The new line will produce premium-quality coated board grades and support the customer’s targets to strengthen their position as a leading producer in their field. The delivery will support the customer’s unique know-how and enable them to reach new levels of combined quality and production efficiency. The start-up of the machine is scheduled for 2028.
Baumüller presents drive-integrated b maXX drivePLC control unit
With the b maXX drivePLC, Baumüller is leveraging its many years of experience in the field of drive-integrated control units to develop a modern, open, and CRA-compliant automation platform. Control, motion control, and technology functions are executed directly within the servo drive in real-time controller cycles with cycle times down to 250 μs using the b maXX drivePLC. This creates highly synchronous processes with fast response times and high control accuracy. Running the application directly in the drive reduces communication overhead and takes the load off the fieldbus. The result is more precise motion sequences, higher machine output, and increased productivity.
Vision AI Xcelerix Brings Scalable GPU Performance to Industrial Machine Vision
Imago Technologies GmbH, a specialist in embedded vision and industrial machine vision, is expanding its portfolio with the Vision AI Xcelerix. The new industrial GPU expansion provides additional computing power for AI-intensive machine vision applications, enabling machine builders to flexibly scale the GPU performance of their vision systems as requirements grow.
AFRY Brings Design and Engineering Expertise to the TactoTek® IMSE® Ecosystem
TactoTek®, a pioneer of IMSE® (In-Mold Structural Electronics) technology, has signed a technology licensing agreement with AFRY, a global engineering, project management, and advisory company. Under the agreement, AFRY joins the IMSE ecosystem as an engineering partner and will apply IMSE technology across its automotive and mobility design and engineering services, helping customers take IMSE-based smart surface solutions from concept to series production.
Siemens and Sparepartsnow expand access to Siemens’ refurbished automation products
Siemens has entered a partnership with the German B2B platform Sparepartsnow to make refurbished Siemens automation products more easily accessible to industrial customers. Through Sparepartsnow's digital marketplace, customers can now purchase manufacturer-refurbished Siemens products.
Toscotec to participate in MIAC 2026
Toscotec is pleased to confirm its participation in MIAC 2026, the key international event for the paper industry, held right in the heart of Lucca’s paper district. Scheduled for October 7-9, 2026, it gathers international visitors, suppliers, and clients across the Tissue, Paper & Board, and Nonwovens sectors.
Valmet delivers recovery boiler modification to Stora Enso Varkaus mill in Finland
Valmet will deliver a recovery boiler modification including a new secondary superheater to Stora Enso’s Varkaus Mill in Finland. In addition, Stora Enso and Valmet have signed a three-year cooperation agreement covering process monitoring and operator training to support continuous performance improvement at the mill. The mill has an annual production capacity of 420 000 tonnes of containerboard and 335 000 tonnes of pulp.
Voith’s SteamBooster cuts energy use at the Kehl mill of Koehler Paper
At Koehler Paper’s Kehl mill in Germany, Voith’s SteamBooster is transforming high-temperature exhaust heat into valuable process steam. The turnkey solution is a central component in a three-stage heat recovery concept that is designed to lower natural gas consumption at the mill. The three-stage heat recovery setup, which has been in operation since June 2025, saves up to 1,500 tons of CO2 annually.
Nanning Sun Paper selects Andritz as supplier for pulp and paper mill project
Nanning Sun Paper Co., Ltd. has awarded international technology group Andritz repeat orders to supply main process technology and key equipment for its third pulp mill line, as well as equipment for the new paper machine PM21, in Nanning, Guangxi Province, China. Start-up is scheduled for mid-2027. The orders have a total value in the mid double-digit million-euro range. They are included in Andritz’s order intake for the second quarter of 2026.
Valmet supports Jeonju Paper Corporation’s energy and machine efficiency targets with press section rebuild
Jeonju Paper Corporation has selected Valmet to rebuild a press section and predryer section in their paper machine PM 5 in South Korea. The rebuild will improve overall machine efficiency and support the customer’s sustainability targets, ensuring reliable, energy-efficient operation of the paper machine. The start-up is scheduled for fall of 2027.
Toscotec to participate in Tissue Summit Latinoamérica 2026
Toscotec will take part in Tissue Summit Latinoamérica 2026, the annual meeting point for the Tissue Paper industry in Latin America. Taking place on September 2-3, it is based on the key pillars of connecting with industry leaders, spreading knowledge, and enhancing business opportunities. It brings together more than 50 tissue manufacturers and converters, and around 300 participants.
