Cascades has announced a $3.56 million investment to upgrade a strategic converting line at its tissue plant in Kingsey Falls, Québec.
The initiative involves the replacement of a packager and bagger with higher-performance equipment, aimed at optimizing bathroom tissue packaging and enhancing overall productivity.
According to the company, the modernization project is expected to increase the converting line’s production rate at the packaging stage by 8% compared to current levels. Improvements will also be seen in availability and operational speed, supporting Cascades’ long-term competitiveness and growth in the retail tissue market.
“This project will allow us to increase capacity and strengthen our role as a reliable partner for our customers,” said Hugues Simon, President and CEO of Cascades. “It reflects our commitment to continuous improvement and growth.”
The Kingsey Falls tissue plant, opened in 1977, employs over 200 people and is a major regional employer. The facility serves the residential hygiene market and plays a key role in Cascades’ tissue operations.
Cascades is the sixth-largest tissue paper producer in North America and a recognized leader in sustainable manufacturing. The company has been listed among the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations for six consecutive years and continues to invest in innovation and environmentally responsible practices.
Founded in 1964, Cascades operates 66 facilities across North America and employs approximately 9,600 people. The company’s shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol CAS.
