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ANDRITZ Flue Gas Treatment System to Further Reduce Emissions at Billerud Plant in Sweden

ANDRITZ electrostatic precipitator enables Billerud’s Gruvön paper mill to increase boiler output while reducing emissions.

John Dyck at TAPPICon

John Dyck, CEO of CESMII Smart Manufacturing Institute since 2018, brings transformative leadership to manufacturing innovation and national competitiveness. Recognized as one of SME's 30 Leaders Transforming Manufacturing in the USA, Dyck champions pragmatic approaches to democratizing smart manufacturing technologies and accelerating commercial deployment. His keynote presentation at TAPPICon 2023 on April 24 offers senior manufacturing executives valuable insights into emerging technologies, industry standards evolution, and strategic opportunities for knowledge sharing. This session provides experienced professionals an opportunity to engage with cutting-edge manufacturing transformation initiatives that shape industry direction.

Advantages of lean duplex stainless steels in the pulp and paper industry, TAPPI Journal April 2023

Evaluation of soap recovery efficiency from black liquor — analytical tools, TAPPI Journal April 2023

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

Making Maintenance and Reliability a Strategic Objective

How do we make reliability and maintenance a strategy instead of a tactical reaction to what is happening?

A New Vision for Industry Leader IP

As it celebrates its 125th corporate anniversary, global pulp, paper, and packaging giant International Paper refreshes its brand as part of its ‘Building a Better IP’ initiative.

Successful Start-up of Asia Symbol's Rugao Board Machine 13

Voith successfully commissioned Asia Symbol's BM 13 paper machine at Rugao, China, delivering a state-of-the-art 8.16m wide production line with 1,400 m/min design speed and one million ton annual capacity. The comprehensive solution features advanced sustainability technologies including Triple NipcoFlex press, EcoHood dryer systems, and contactless qDry Pro drying with HelioX infrared emitters. Despite pandemic challenges, the project showcased exemplary cross-national collaboration between engineering teams, reinforcing Asia Symbol's market position while supporting CO2 emission reduction goals. This milestone strengthens the strategic partnership and establishes foundation for continued innovation in sustainable paper manufacturing technology.

Roll-to-Roll Processing of Nanocellulose into Barrier Coatings Webinar

Professor Martti Toivakka presents comprehensive insights on roll-to-roll processing of nanocellulose barrier coatings for sustainable packaging applications. This technical webinar explores advanced coating methods including slot die coating, multi-layer structures, and industrial scalability challenges facing mid-career professionals in R&D and operations management. Learn how nanocellulose provides excellent oxygen and grease barrier properties while addressing moisture sensitivity through innovative polymer combinations. Discover practical solutions for energy-efficient production, coating uniformity optimization, and commercial viability assessments that directly impact manufacturing ROI and regulatory compliance in fiber-based packaging development.

Solutions for Bearings in Paper Machines Webinar

Dr. Trevor Slack from American Roller Bearings (now part of Timken) delivers essential insights on bearing solutions for paper machine operations. This comprehensive webinar covers the three primary damage modes affecting spherical roller bearings in paper mills: corrosion from wet conditions, adhesive wear from inadequate lubrication, and bearing ring fractures. Mid-career professionals will gain advanced technical knowledge on preventing these failures through proper sealing, optimized lubrication strategies, case carburized materials, and engineered coatings. The presentation includes detailed repair classifications and life extension strategies that demonstrate measurable ROI through reduced downtime and extended bearing lifecycles, making it invaluable for operations managers seeking to benchmark their maintenance programs against industry best practices.