Dammam, Saudi Arabia – Toscotec is happy to announce the successful start-up of the PM5 tissue line at Saudi Paper Group’s facility. This turnkey project follows the supply of a complete AHEAD 2.2S line in 2022.
This massive undertaking represents a complete turnkey project, encompassing everything from the advanced stock preparation system and detailed mill engineering, to the complete erection and final start-up assistance – underscoring the comprehensive nature of the partnership and the scale of the installation.
The project
The new line will cater to produce mainly facial tissue, but also towel, napkin, and toilet paper. The AHEAD 2.2L tissue machine has a sheet trim width of 5,600 mm, a maximum speed of 2,200 m/min, and an annual production capacity of over 60,000 tons. Designed for superior performance and energy efficiency, the tissue machine is equipped with TT NextPress innovative design shoe press, a state-of-the-art design TT SYD Steel Yankee Dryer, and high efficiency TT Hood.
Toscotec’s scope of supply also includes two OPTIMA2600L slitter rewinders engineered to preserve bulk and softness while ensuring optimal winding performance, the stock preparation plant provided with two separate lines, plant electrification and controls including Toscotec’s TT Brain DCS.
A tailor-made package with detailed mill engineering, erection, training, commissioning, and start-up assistance completes Toscotec’s turnkey supply.
Stefano Raffaelli, Project Manager at Toscotec, says “It is a great pleasure to work alongside Saudi Paper Group as an established partner in the successful delivery of this project. The strong trust and collaboration between our companies were key to its success. For Toscotec, this event is particularly important as it helps to further consolidate our presence in the Saudi Arabian market. The expertise and commitment of the colleagues and partners involved in the erection and commissioning resulted in a truly high-quality job.”
Mohamed Darwish, Group Operations Director of Saudi Paper says, “The PM5 project represents a major leap forward for Saudi Paper Group, and we are proud to partner with Toscotec on a truly state-of-the-art tissue mill design. This machine brings together the latest advancements in energy efficiency, process automation, operational reliability, safety, and product quality. PM5 is not just a new production line – it is a modern benchmark for future tissue mills, combining smart design, optimized water and fiber management, and world-class technology to support our long-term strategy of sustainable, high-performance manufacturing.”
About Saudi Paper Group
SPG is recognized as a leading tissue manufacturer in the GCC and Middle East, founded in 1989 based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. SPG operates through multiple subsidiaries, Saudi Paper Manufacturing Company (SPM), Saudi Paper Converting Company (SPC), and Saudi Recycling Company (SRC). SPM is one of the leading tissue manufacturers in the GCC and MENA regions, offering a wide range of tissue products from facial and pocket tissues, toilet rolls, kitchen towels, table napkins, maxi rolls, and various other tissue-related products, which it distributes to domestic, regional and international markets.
About Toscotec
Founded in 1948, Toscotec specializes in the design and manufacture of turnkey projects, complete machines, rebuilds and stand-alone systems for the Tissue, Paper and Board, and Nonwovens industries. Headquartered in Lucca, Italy, with subsidiaries and service centers in China and North America, Toscotec offers cutting-edge technology and customized solutions to paper producers around the world. Its technology is designed to achieve high production efficiency, low energy consumption, and the highest product value. Since April 30th, 2020, Toscotec has been part of the Voith Group.
