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The Navigator Company Investing EUR 30 Million in Paper Machine 3 at Setúbal Mill

European Pulp and Paper Industry Market Outlook

A comprehensive understanding of the market can provide actionable insights to successfully steer companies through the future.

From Fiber to Finished Product: Improving Tissue Manufacturing with an End-to-End Approach

Ultimately, working with an end-to-end OEM provider equips tissue manufacturers with the holistic support necessary to boost productivity and profitability.

Essity: Report for Quarter 4 and Full-Year 2024

Toscotec’s TAD Machine Starts-up at Hengan in China

Enhancing Pulp and Paper Mill Sustainability: A Case Study on John Crane’s Innovative Universal Cartridge Seal and Upstream Pumping Technology

This TAPPI webinar explores John Crane's innovative SB2 Upstream Pumper seal technology, featuring breakthrough non-contacting seal face design that revolutionizes pulp and paper mill sustainability. Brandon Hollis presents compelling case studies demonstrating dramatic water consumption reduction from 2 GPM to 0.3 GPM, saving nearly one million gallons annually per pump while extending mean time between repairs from 3 weeks to 15+ weeks. The advanced cartridge seal technology addresses critical operational challenges including low lubricity conditions, high temperatures, and abrasive fluids, delivering proven ROI through reduced maintenance costs, eliminated downtime, and exceptional performance in demanding bleach plant and black liquor applications for mid-career operations managers seeking sustainable efficiency solutions.

Metsä Group Announces Shortlist for 2025 Sustainability Awards

First Quality Announces Purchase of Henkel’s Retailer Brands in North America

Successful Start-up of Second ANDRITZ Pressurized Refining System for Wisewoods, Thailand

ANDRITZ successfully commissioned a high-efficiency pressurized refining system at Wisewoods mill in Thailand, boosting production capacity for medium density fiberboard manufacturing. The 30 t/h system features advanced pressurized refiner technology that delivers superior fiber quality from rubberwood while reducing energy consumption, a critical benchmark for operations managers focused on ROI optimization. The installation includes optimized plug-screw feeder technology for enhanced dewatering and pre-steaming efficiency. This strategic partnership demonstrates proven technology implementation in the panelboard industry, offering valuable insights for plant managers evaluating fiber processing upgrades and energy-efficient manufacturing solutions across Asia-Pacific markets.

STAR - February 2025 - New or Revised Standards, TIPs, and Useful Methods

TAPPI has published TIP 0404-02, a revised technical information paper on measuring dryer condensing rates using batch methods, with special recognition to Working Group Chair Greg Wedel for his leadership. This updated industry standard provides plant and operations managers with critical technical guidance for optimizing drying processes and equipment performance. TAPPI subscribers can access these technical resources through the online Standards, TIPs, and Useful Methods platform, updated monthly around the 30th. For immediate access to newly published documents before online posting, technical professionals can contact tip@tappi.org directly, ensuring continuous access to the latest industry benchmarking data and operational insights needed for process improvement initiatives.