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PM 1 at Sun Paper’s Beihai mill is a fine paper production line and a showcase for Sun Paper’s pulp and paper integration strategy.

WEIG KM 3: Reliable coating quality with OptiCoat Layer curtain coating station

In December 2024, WEIG Group’s latest investment in its KM 3 board machine, an OptiCoat Layer coating station, started up in Mayen, Germany. The curtain coating technology replaced an old air knife coater and has enhanced the quality of the board by improving coating coverage and reducing streakiness of the coating.

LEIPA’s Schrobenhausen mill: Valmet Black Belt fulfills all the requirements for a high-quality shoe press belt

A high-quality shoe press belt is characterized by optimum dewatering performance, high mechanical stability, long service life and energy efficiency. At LEIPA Georg Leinfelder GmbH’s Schrobenhausen mill in Germany, Valmet Black Belt has met all the expectations.

Seven steps for designing, implementing and measuring impactful environmental initiatives in board and paper mills

Climate change is reshaping the industry. Learn how board and paper mills can reduce environmental impact and optimize production through practical, proven steps.

Practical collaboration and efficient production for high quality

Shandong Bohui Paper’s huge new flagship papermaking line PM 8 produces premium-quality product with new levels of efficiency. Valmet delivered the entire papermaking line, including all automation and flow control solutions.

Flexibility and stable quality for specialty paper production with new headbox

Specialty paper manufacturer Papelera de Brandia, S.A. was facing declining market shares. They invested in a new OptiFlo Fourdrinier headbox that has enabled them to improve and stabilize product quality as well as improve productivity. This has resulted in better competitiveness and in increased market shares.

4-steps to resource efficiency: Maintain improved levels, invest in new technologies, and continuously develop your performance

PWPW S.A. achieves 50% energy savings with Valmet Conical Refiner Conflo technology

PWPW S.A. (Polish Security Printing Works) has successfully upgraded its refining line with Valmet’s Conical Refiner Conflo units, achieving a 50% reduction in energy consumption.

Melitta drives sustainable growth with automation

Melitta Group is a family-owned global leader in coffee and household products. It recently completed a major upgrade in its coffee filter paper production by replacing the previous automation system with Valmet DNA.

Successful market expansion through grade conversion rebuild – Cascades Containerboard Packaging – Bear Island

Article: Cascades selected Valmet as their partner for a strategic market expansion project in southeastern U.S. An old newsprint machine was acquired and converted to produce lightweight, high-quality, 100% recycled linerboard and corrugating medium for the North American market.

Dunafin enhances refining and fiber analysis with Valmet

Dunafin, member of delfortgroup, has always focused on producing high-quality grades while keeping operations efficient and sustainable. Recently, Dunafin took a significant step to modernize its refining process by implementing the Valmet Conical Refiner Pro and MAP Q Analyzer. Read the full article to learn how Dunafin achieved both the operational efficiency and the product quality with Valmet.

An innovative supercalender retrofit empowers diverse paper production at Shandong Sun Paper Co

This upgrade has enhanced the supercalender with a broader paper production capability. It allows for precise control of paper gloss, smoothness, and bulk.