Automation

Valmet provides future-proof automation solutions for pulp, board, paper, tissue, nonwovens, energy, marine and process industries. Our customers repeatedly report improved results in performance and efficiency, optimized quality, reduced emissions and cost savings. We offer lifetime systems compatibility and ongoing support, delivered with expertise on your process. Learn how we can help you to improve your competitiveness.

Systems and products

Automation services

Automation projects

Automation for industries

Articles and references

Climate program

Contact us

Partner network

News & stories

See all

Valmet to deliver training simulators to Södra Cell Värö in Sweden

Valmet is to deliver training simulators to Södra Cell’s Värö mill in Sweden. The recovery boiler and cooking simulators will support the training of operators and other operational personnel, supporting the company’s long-term training ambition, and helping to ensure higher operational competence and efficiency.

How Automation addresses key challenges in energy and process industries

Navigate industry challenges with smart automation! Join our webinar to explore trends and discover how Valmet DNAe DCS enhances efficiency, reliability, and cost savings.

Beyond mechanical condition monitoring for the pulp & paper industry

Learn how Valmet is helping pulp, board, and paper producers reduce operating costs while maximizing asset availability, increasing maintenance efficiency while still meeting stringent quality requirements by reevaluating their maintenance strategy and adopting a more holistic approach.

Celebrating the success of the inaugural Valmet Technology User Group

Valmet successfully hosted its Technology Users Group (VTUG) Conference from February 17-20, 2025, in Orlando, Florida. This first-of-its-kind event in North America welcomed over 60 mill customers for an expanded program covering wet end, finishing, shoe press, and winder technologies—delivering valuable insights and collaboration opportunities.

Pioneering data-driven maintenance for safety and productivity

UPM Lappeenranta Biorefinery, the first of its kind globally, produces renewable diesel and naphtha from tall oil, a residue of the pulping process. Besides this innovative process, the plant is also pioneering advanced condition monitoring practices to ensure process reliability.

Power plant automation retrofit: a change for the better

By replacing an outdated control system with modern Valmet DNA Distributed Control System (DCS) at its AK1 boiler plant, Alholmens Kraft has boosted availability, efficiency, troubleshooting capabilities and boiler flexibility.

Mercer International advances digitalization with Valmet DNAe

“We wanted a partner that can provide a strong DCS solution but, at the same time, help improve our performance through better data utilization, internal benchmarking, and collaboration across all our sites,” says Adolf Koppensteiner, Chief Operating Officer, Mercer International.

DCS migration drives sustainability and digitalization at Irani

Irani Papel e Embalagem S.A. selected Valmet DNA Distributed Control System (DCS) to modernize the reliability and productivity of their Vargem Bonita paper mill and created a new way of operating.