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EcoVadis Platinum for Holmen’s Paperboard Mill in Workington

ND Paper Announces Plans to Restart PM 25 at Biron Mill in Wisconsin

Enhancing Operational Efficiency with AI-Powered Demand Planning

Demand planning is a critical process that influences everything from production efficiency to customer satisfaction.

The Future of Paper Drying… with Today’s Technologies

Paper industry leaders can achieve significant CO2 reduction and cost savings through proven drying technologies while sustainability demands intensify. Steel dryers deliver 7-10% improved drying performance compared to traditional cast alternatives, creating leaner machine layouts and reduced resource consumption. Advanced heat insulation solutions like the Energy and Safety Device can save 2-5% in energy costs, translating to over $100,000 annual savings for typical production lines. German-manufactured steel dryers offer 20% lower CO2 footprint than Asian alternatives due to sustainable production processes and shorter transport distances. These technologies provide immediate ROI opportunities for operations managers seeking measurable environmental and financial impact.

Voith is Modernizing the PM 1 of Matías Gomá Tomás in Spain

Voith Paper secures major contract to modernize PM 1 at Matías Gomá Tomás facility in Spain, upgrading recycled containerboard production capacity from 100,000 to 110,000 tons annually. The comprehensive rebuild includes advanced MasterJet4Tec headbox technology, DuoShake DG250 systems, and enhanced cleaning equipment, scheduled for completion in Q4 2025. This strategic partnership demonstrates industry-leading technology implementation for sustainable papermaking operations, featuring real-time monitoring capabilities and improved energy efficiency standards that veteran professionals recognize as benchmark solutions for modern containerboard manufacturing excellence.

ANDRITZ Strengthens Position in Tissue, Paper Industry by acquiring A.Celli Paper

ANDRITZ has acquired Italian tissue and paper machinery specialist A.Celli Paper, expanding its technology portfolio from fiber processing to packaged rolls. The strategic acquisition brings proven winding, rewinding, and tissue production technologies along with comprehensive service capabilities. A.Celli Paper generates 70 million EUR annually with over 100 technical experts across Italy and China operations. This consolidation strengthens ANDRITZ's position as a full-line supplier while enhancing A.Celli's growth opportunities in global tissue and paper markets through expanded resources and international reach.

Efficiency Significantly Increased on the PM3 Winder From Progroup Sandersdorf

IBS Papertech's iSTOP+ technology delivers proven winder efficiency improvements at Progroup AG's advanced paper mill, demonstrating measurable ROI for operations managers. This camera-based system eliminates web marking failures while reducing operating costs through contactless monitoring and minimal maintenance requirements. The retrofit solution integrates seamlessly with existing TotalVision systems, providing continuous optimization through service partnerships. For plant managers seeking operational excellence, iSTOP+ offers a unique approach to paper roll length code transfer without traditional color markers, addressing production pressure challenges while improving equipment availability and reducing total cost of ownership.

Numerical analysis of the impact of rotor and screen hole plate design on the performance of a vertical pulper, TAPPI Journal April 2025

Essity on CDP’s prestigious A List for climate

Optimizing OCC refining with defloccing, TAPPI Journal April 2025