Upgrades to pulp drying system drive performance forward
Aug 24, 2022
The project was a definite success, and the results were actually better than anticipated! The upgrades to the Lumpbreaker Felting contributed to significant increases in production, as well as improved runnability.”
- Pulp Mill Production Manager
Case: Pulp mill in the Southeast United States
Summary
Location
Southeast USA
Challenges
The pulp mill was targeting opportunities to increase tonnage on their #3 pulp dryer, while also improving performance on the pulp drying line overall.
Goals
Upgrade pulp drying line for better performance
Explore opportunities to increase tonnage on pulp dryer #3
Solution
Install new Lumpbreaker Felting equipment
Add seven (7) new dryer cans
Complete installation and start-up in tandem with annual shutdown
Results
Increased machine production by 7 – 8 %
Improved sheet handling
Improved drying efficiency
Achieved desired tonnage increases
Successful start up in time for planned annual outage
Keywords
Pulp drying, USA, North America, Lumpbreaker Felting equipment, lumpbreaker, felting, dryer cans, felt, felting
