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Georgia-Pacific Selects dataPARC for Process Data Visualization and Analysis Across Containerboard and Cellulose Divisions

Georgia-Pacific, a global leader in tissue, pulp, paper, packaging, and building products, is deploying dataPARC’s PARCview platform across its containerboard and cellulose manufacturing facilities.

Heat Management Releases Patented Technology for Improved Efficiency and Availability of Recovery Boilers

Heat Management recently released and received its first order for a patented system that can, for example, detect black liquor carryover in pulp mill recovery boilers.

Embracing the Digital Future of Pulp and Paper with ABB Ability™ MES

The pulp and paper industry’s historical importance to the global economy cannot be understated. However, like many traditional industries, it now faces unprecedented pressures to step into the digital age.

Want to improve your paper machine runnability? Here are the five steps to do it!

Good runnability means continuous machine operation with minimal web breaks, while machine productivity and the amount of waste stay at the desired level.

Maximizing Efficiency with Advanced Spray Nozzle Technology

Spray nozzles are used for cleaning fabrics, felts, and wires in various manufacturing processes. High-quality spray nozzles help remove contaminants efficiently, keep production processes running smoothly, and maintain high operational standards.

Refining defines success at Industria Cartaria Tivoli tissue mill

The team at Industria Cartaria Tivoli turned to AFT to provide their new MaxEdge™ low consistency refiner and customized Finebar® MiniSegments™.

UPM Energy Invests in Ultracapacitor Technology at Kuusankoski

UPM Energy, Finland's second-largest electricity producer, is investing in an ultracapacitor system at the Kuusankoski hydropower plant, marking the second phase of its innovative project.

Graphic Packaging and Zelestra: A partnership for renewable energy in Europe

Graphic Packaging International has entered into a virtual Power Purchase Agreement (vPPA) with Zelestra to enhance renewable electricity capacity in Europe.

Toscotec awarded ISO 50001 certification for efficient energy management

Toscotec has been certified to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 50001:2018 energy management system.

Holmen is establishing additional wind power on its land

Holmen's Board has decided to invest SEK 1.5 billion in the construction of Blisterliden Wind Farm in Skellefteå Municipality.

Södra to invest in green electricity generation at Mörrum

Södra has decided to invest in a new condensing turbine in the pulp mill at Mörrum, which will increase the county of Blekinge’s electricity generation by 20 percent.

Facts About Energy Use and The Paper Industry

The paper industry plays a vital role in our daily lives. Paper is all around us in our homes, schools and offices. It’s a product to feel good about because the industry has taken steps to advance sustainability through energy efficiency.

The Power of Predictive Maintenance: How Ahlstrom Achieves Success Through Innovation

Warren DeBay, Maintenance Reliability Engineer at Ahlstrom’s Rhinelander plant, was honored with the prestigious "Innovator of the Year Award" by KCF Technologies during their Manufacturing the Future event.

Tips to prevent your paper sheeting or winding machine from becoming obsolete

If there are obsolete devices in your paper and boar sheeting or winding machine, they could be at risk of permanent shutdown. To ensure this does not happen, and based on experience, we have put together these recommendations that could help you.

GET READY FOR WINTER

Unexpected freezes can make maintaining process flows and accurate flow measurement challenging.

Extending the Cycle Life of an Industrial Battery: What Makes a Battery Last?

In the fast-evolving world of industrial lithium batteries, extending cycle life— the number of charge and discharge cycles a battery can endure before significant degradation occurs—is one of the key advantages over the incumbent lead-acid technology.

Ensure optimal operation of your vacuum system

There is vast potential for energy savings in vacuum systems, as many paper machines suffer from poor energy efficiency. Some machines would benefit from a complete system rebuild.

Preventive Maintenance | How to preserve the life of bearings

A bearing has a random life due to a complex set of factors that determine the life of a bearing.

DS Smith's Kemsley Mill: A Model for Secure Operations and Enhanced Connectivity in a Digital Age

The global pulp and paper industry is undergoing significant transformation as it embraces digitalization and adopts new technologies

RunEco Vacuum System started up at Felix Schoeller Günzach, Germany

RunEco Vacuum System has started up at Felix Schoeller Günzach PM14.

Toscotec to supply a turnkey tissue line to WAFA Group in Algeria

Algerian tissue producer WAFA Group has partnered with Toscotec for the turnkey supply of a new AHEAD tissue line (PM1) at their Ain Oussara facility, south of Algiers. The project is planned for 2026.

Staying a Step Ahead of Customer Needs

Formed in 2021 as a result of a merger between Mecfor and Advanced Dynamics, Quebec-based EPIQ Machinery specializes in the handling and conveyance of pulp bales, including feed systems and warehousing.

Cristini's expertise in ragger rope technology enhances contaminant removal, boosting efficiency and quality in paper recycling

The ragger rope is a critical component in the paper recycling process, ensuring the efficient removal of contaminants and maintaining the overall quality of recycled paper within the paper industry.

Runtech delivers a vacuum system to Canan Paper, Türkiye

Runtech Systems delivers a RunEco vacuum system to Canan Kagit Sanayi ve Ticaret AS in Mersin, Türkiye.

Ingenious Threader Winder Revolutionizes Safety at Martinsville Corrugated, a Georgia-Pacific Corrugated facility

Martinsville Corrugated, a manufacturer of corrugated sheets, is celebrating a win for both safety and efficiency.

Mondi's SHE Stand Down Programme in the Americas: Promoting Safety and Engagement

In 2023, Mondi launched the SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) Stand Down programme across its plants in the Americas to enhance awareness and prevention of severe injuries.

An Inspiring Leadership: Les Powell and His Commitment to Safety at International Paper

International Paper highlights one of its dedicated employees, Les Powell, the Environmental Health, Safety and Security Manager at the Carrolton Beltline mill in Dallas.

PSSMA Announces 2023 Safety Award Winners

COOPERSBURG, PA (May 23, 2024) – The Paper Shipping Sack Manufacturers’ Association (PSSMA) has announced the winners of its annual Safety Awards Program for paper shipping sack manufacturing plants in 2023.

11 Years Injury-Free at Menominee Pulp Mill

Eleven years in the making: Our Menominee (Michigan) recycled bleached kraft pulp mill has exceeded 2.25 million hours without a single recordable safety incident.

Find out more about the safety programme “DNA – Dynäs No Accidents”!

Mondi Dynäs had experienced an unacceptable level of incidents for several years. Many traditional safety activities were initiated but did not translate to fewer accidents.

51% of supermarket food and drink is packaged in unnecessary plastic

First-of-its kind analysis of 1,500 supermarket groceries reveals the stranglehold that plastic packaging has on food and drink shopping.

Meeting the Challenges of the Tissue and Paper Market at the Crossroad of Asia and Europe

Kadant is a global leader in the supply of high-value, critical components and engineered systems used in process industries worldwide.

Kemsley Paper Mill Celebrates a Century of Innovation and Sustainability

As Kemsley Paper Mill marks its centennial year in 2024, it stands as a testament to a century of innovation, growth, and unwavering commitment to sustainability in the paper industry.

DS Smith Launches Service for Businesses to Assess Recyclability

Leading sustainable packaging provider, DS Smith, announces the rollout of a service for businesses to evaluate the recyclability levels of their packaging, becoming the first integrated paper, packaging, and recycling company to do so.

Pratt Industries: A Leader in Paper Recycling and Production Across the U.S.

For over 30 years, Pratt Industries has been a leading force in sustainable paper production within the United States.

Taking the lead in digital transformation

UPM Pulp aims to be an industry forerunner in digital solutions. The new Pulp Connect customer portal is the first step in digitalising the customer journey.