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How to improve uptime and reduce costs with spare parts in pulp and paper mills?

In today’s pulp, paper, board and tissue industry, producers are operating under increasing pressure. Volatile markets, rising energy and raw material costs and tighter margins are forcing mills to scrutinize every operational expense. In this environment, spare parts are not merely a maintenance necessity; they are a strategic tool for managing costs while safeguarding production reliability. A well‑designed spare parts strategy supports both operational stability and cost efficiency across the...
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Successful completion of first phase commissioning of Valmet DNAe main automation system at ESE-Energia’s Pursiala power plant

The modernization of ESE-Energia’s Pursiala CHP plant in Mikkeli, Finland, has reached a key milestone with the successful commissioning of the Valmet DNAe Distributed Control System. Full implementation is scheduled for October 2026.
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Revolutionizing plastic recycling with pyrolysis

Did you know that in 2023, only about 10 percent of plastic products were made of recycled raw material? This is about to change, as Valmet is introducing its plastic chemical recycling technology, Valmet Pyrolyzer.
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Beyond linear models – a new blueprint for industrial systems

How can industries evolve beyond traditional linear models toward more future-ready industrial systems? Next-generation industrial practices can reduce harm, unlock new value, and support the long-term resilience of industrial operations. The transformation is already underway and the momentum is growing.
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Veolia in Lodz enhances CHP boiler performance and reduces emissions with Valmet's combustion optimization

Veolia in Łódź, Poland tackled two major CHP plant challenges: managing generational change among operators and optimizing boiler operations. Valmet’s DNA Combustion Manager now ensures reliable fuel combustion data, supporting both process optimization and operational reliability.
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Göteborg Energi secures renewable district heating with Valmet’s bio-steam boiler

The Swedish energy company Göteborg Energi had an ambitious target: by 2025, all district heating in the city should be fully recovered and renewable. Now, the target has been achieved!
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Visible Thermal Imaging System enhances sugarcane boiler control at COFCO in Brazil

In early 2025, Valmet delivered its first visible thermal camera to a plant in the sugarcane industry. The system was installed at COFCO International’s facility in Brazil to monitor the boiler bed and provide real-time flame information. The new system enables more stable combustion and efficient startups while reducing maintenance effort through automatic cleaning and built-in protection.
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The next level in CO2-neutral energy production

Converting an existing circulating fluidized bed boiler from coal to biomass firing takes the Koehler Group a step closer to meeting its climate targets. Valmet was chosen to deliver the conversion because of our energy industry expertise and strong references.
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Improving profitability with Valmet’s carbon capture pre-treatment

Did you know that a carbon capture plant should include integrated flue gas pre-treatment for optimal performance? Valmet’s pre-treatment solution removes impurities and recovers energy – ensuring reliable and efficient CO2 capture.
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Turbine automation is no longer a black box at FCC Environment

FCC Environment’s operations and maintenance teams needed better insight into their turbine automation controls, as the old system functioned like a “black box.” Integrating the turbine into the existing Valmet DNA Automation system provided clear visibility and enabled more proactive maintenance.
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Real-time furnace monitoring: infrared camera reveals what’s happening inside

Infrared camera technology at E.ON’s Blackburn Meadows biomass plant enables real-time furnace monitoring, helping detect ash and slag buildup early to boost boiler efficiency and performance.
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Leading the way in energy innovation

The Valmet Energy R&D Center – the only one of its kind worldwide – enables energy producers to take circularity and resource efficiency to the next level, and extend their fuel portfolio towards cheaper and more sustainable fuels.
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