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Black liquor evaporators upgrade — How many effects?, TAPPI Journal April 2023

Editorial: The state of cellulosic nanotechnology: June conference captures current and emerging trends, TAPPI Journal July 2023

Metsä Tissue: Sustainability and Digitalization Taking Key Roles in the Future

Tissue360° spoke to Esa Kaikkonen, CEO of Metsä Tissue, about the tissue market in Europe, energy challenges, and the increasing importance of sustainability in the tissue industry.

Sofidel Group: Destined to Grow Further

Tissue360° spoke to Luigi Lazzareschi, CEO of Sofidel Group, in an interview covering all aspects of its operations in the USA and Europe, including the post-Covid market situation, and future challenges and opportunities.

Building Information Modeling for Projects in the Tissue Industry

BHM Ingenieure offers its customers the advantages of a digital twin.

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Automation and AI technologies are transforming tissue manufacturing operations, offering critical solutions for production efficiency and safety challenges. Industry leaders like Luigi Lazzareschi emphasize digitalization as essential for future competitiveness, particularly as skilled personnel become scarce. Advanced robotic systems and autonomous production solutions are emerging as strategic investments that deliver measurable ROI through improved operational performance and enhanced workplace safety. For plant managers and operations leaders, implementing digital transformation initiatives across the production supply chain represents a key opportunity to benchmark against industry best practices while addressing talent pipeline constraints and proving concrete value to executive stakeholders.

TAPPI Academy’s Tissue Month 2023 Was the Place to Be

TAPPI Academy's Tissue Month 2023 featured three comprehensive tissue industry courses designed for career development at all levels. The introductory Tissue 101, intermediate Tissue 202 Converting Operations, and advanced Tissue 201 Operations courses exceeded attendance goals by 15-25 percent, covering essential tissue manufacturing processes, converting technologies, and operational best practices. Led by top industry experts including Bruce Janda, Scott Hansen, Jeff Peters, and Matt Bryer, these hands-on programs provided practical knowledge for new professionals entering the tissue industry and established workers seeking skill advancement. Continuing Education Units are available, making these courses valuable for building tissue industry expertise and professional credentials.

Machine Health for Pulp and Paper Webinar

This TAPPI webinar explores machine health solutions for pulp and paper manufacturers, featuring industry experts discussing predictive maintenance strategies to combat unplanned downtime and operational challenges. Mid-career professionals learn how AI-driven analytics deliver predictive insights that optimize asset lifecycle, reduce MRO costs, and improve production capacity. The presentation covers implementation strategies, environmental considerations for harsh paper mill conditions, and real-world case studies showing ROI achievement within 1-6 months. Topics include overcoming change management barriers, building technician trust in AI systems, and integrating machine health programs with existing maintenance strategies for enhanced reliability and operational excellence.

Totally chlorine-free peracetic acid pulping for nanocellulose isolation from hemp and poplar, TAPPI Journal August 2023

ANDRITZ Acquires NAF Valve Business

ANDRITZ complements its process control product portfolio by acquiring NAF valve business.