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Airflow Analysis: The Impact of Machine Hall Ventilation Audits on Paper Production

A well-maintained machine hall is critical for ensuring optimal paper production.

Extending Reel Spool Life with Ultrasonic Testing

Enhancing the Longevity of Paper Machine Reel Spools through Phased-Array Ultrasonic Testing 

Five Proven Strategies to Optimize Tank Cleaning in Pulp and Paper Operations

In the pulp and paper industry, tank cleaning is often treated as a routine maintenance task—necessary but inefficient. 

The heat is on: unwrapping the layers of Drying Section Audits

In the pulp and paper industry, energy consumption and efficiency are not just buzzwords; they are the linchpins of sustainable and profitable operations.

Steam Basics: The Steam Circuit in Paper Manufacturing

In modern papermaking, one of the most effective methods for removing water from the sheet is through the utilization of steam’s latent heat of vaporization.

Corrugator Maintains Syphon Clearance in Demanding Environment

A corrugated packaging plant in the U.S. Midwest turned to Kadant Johnson to resolve a persistent syphon clearance issue affecting heat transfer and board quality. 

Essity Partners with Accenture and Microsoft on AI Adoption

Essity has entered a multi-year collaboration with Accenture and Microsoft to accelerate the adoption of AI agents across its global hygiene and health operations.

Innovative Data Analytics in the Paper Industry: Balancing Ad Hoc Insights with Automated Consistency

The pulp and paper industry is constantly evolving, driven by the need to optimize processes and uphold high-quality standards.

ABB launches mill-wide optimization software for smarter, more resilient pulp production

ABB has introduced ABB Ability™ Plant Optimizer for Pulp Mills, a dynamic software solution ...

Intelligent Manufacturing: The Paper Industry’s Digital Leap

The pulp and paper industry has always been capital-intensive, driven by large-scale equipment, complex processes, and global supply chains.

Successful RISE project: PKV moves to the SAP S/4HANA Cloud with T.CON

Another milestone for the digital future at PKV: digitalization specialist T.CON supports the manufacturer of corrugated papers and cardboard with successful SAP S/4HANA implementation 

An expert interview on Release 25.05 and its implications for the paper industry

Eagerly awaited by ERP enthusiasts in the paper industry and beyond: Release 25.05. of SAP Digital Manufacturing (DM), ...

Surplus Heat from Rauma Mill to Warm Local Homes

Metsä Fibre and Rauman Energia have signed an agreement to channel surplus heat from the Rauma pulp mill ...

UPM boosts wind power use at German paper mills

UPM has taken another step in its decarbonisation strategy with a new Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for wind energy in Germany. 

Ahlstrom Thilmany Wins 2025 Energy Efficiency Award

Ahlstrom’s Thilmany plant in Kaukauna, Wisconsin, has been recognized with the 2025 Energy Efficiency Excellence Award by Focus on Energy.

Södra’s Biomass Power Surplus Fuels 50,000 Homes

In 2024, Södra reinforced its position as a major producer of biomass-based green electricity, ...

Kruger Energy Expands Zacapa Solar to Double Capacity by 2028

Kruger Energy has announced plans to double the installed capacity of its Zacapa Solar facility in Rio Hondo, Guatemala.

Kimberly-Clark’s Koblenz Site on Path to 100% Renewable Energy

Kimberly-Clark has announced that its tissue manufacturing facility in Koblenz, Germany, is set to transition to 100% renewable energy by 2029.

When to Train Your Team for Success

Training your maintenance and operations team at the right time can be crucial to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of your business.

How to Detect Nozzle Wear, Improve Maintenance practices, and ensure better shower system operation

It all starts with the nozzle. The nozzles on the showering systems in the Pulp and Paper industry are just like any other wear components.

Exploring the Versatility of Variable Area Flow Meters in Manufacturing Processes

In manufacturing, the variable area flow meter, or rotameter, stands out for its simplicity, affordability, and versatility.

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.

AFT to Supply Stock Preparation in Asia-Pacific

AFT has received an order from Asia-Pacific for a comprehensive stock preparation system rebuild, ...

Toscotec delivers major rebuild for Sofidel

Toscotec is pleased to announce the successful start-up of the PM1 tissue line at Sofidel Roanne’s mill in France.

Digital analysis in the press section: NipMaster increases efficiency and quality

With NipMaster, Voith offers a powerful analysis tool that helps papermakers perform data-driven optimizations on the shoe press section of paper machines.

World's widest release paper production line successfully started up

Voith and Wuzhou Special Paper have successfully commissioned the new PM 21 specialty paper machine in Hanchuan, Hubei Province.

The electric revolution in papermills: Is a zero-emission future possible?

The paper industry, long recognized as an energy-intensive sector, is now at a crucial turning point.

How Technical Training Can Improve Tissue Mill Productivity

Many tissue mills face the ongoing challenge of sustaining high production standards while navigating workforce changes ...

Lake Utopia Paper Marks One Year Injury-Free

In a recent publication, Lake Utopia Paper announced that it has achieved a major safety milestone: one full year without a recordable injury.

A New Approach to Safety in the Paper Industry with AME

Safety in Pulp & Paper: How AME Is Guiding the Industry Toward a New Model of Efficiency and Prevention 

J.D. Irving Sawmills Reach Historic Workplace Safety Milestone

The sawmilling division of J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) set a safety record in September, achieving the lowest incident rates in its history. 

How Mondi Dynäs Embedded Safety in Its DNA with Innovative Program

At Mondi’s Dynäs mill in Sweden, safety is a core value that extends beyond policy into the very culture of the workplace.

Fletcher GP Facility Pioneers AI Tool to Enhance Workplace Safety

Georgia-Pacific's gypsum facility in Fletcher, Oklahoma, is developing an innovative AI-powered app to bolster its workplace safety measures.

Mercer Peace River Achieves 12-Month Rolling TRIR of 0.0

Mercer Peace River has reached an impressive safety milestone by achieving a TRIR of 0.0 over a 12-month period.

Georgia-Pacific’s MIQ Transforms Mill Operations

Frontline Innovation Drives Major Gains at Georgia-Pacific 

CMPC Opens a New Chapter in Sustainable Packaging

CMPC is rapidly reshaping its business model to position itself as a global supplier of sustainable fiber-based packaging.

Kruger Advances Its Sustainable Growth Strategy

Kruger is accelerating its long-term transformation with a strategy rooted in sustainability, modernization and circularity.

GP and the Unlikely Story of Paper Made in Space

Product innovation often happens in the lab, but one of the most unusual breakthroughs connected to Georgia-Pacific’s consumer products business took place far above Earth...

Clearwater Paper Refocuses Strategy on Coated Board

Clearwater Paper is strengthening its position as one of North America’s leading independent suppliers of coated paperboard.

Smurfit Westrock Advances Sustainable Supply Chain Innovation

Smurfit Westrock is highlighting the growing importance of sustainable supply chain innovation as a driver of both business performance and environmental progress.