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Dunafin enhances refining and fiber analysis with Valmet

Nov 14, 2024

Dunafin, member of delfortgroup, has always focused on producing high-quality grades while keeping operations efficient and sustainable. Recently, Dunafin took a significant step to modernize its refining process by implementing the Valmet Conical Refiner Pro and MAP Q Analyzer. Read the full article to learn how Dunafin achieved both the operational efficiency and the product quality with Valmet.

Innovation in Järvenpää Paper Technology Center: Hard nip sizing with curtain application

Oct 30, 2024

Watch the video to learn more about Valmet’s novel innovation OptiSizer Curtain. The most recent innovation in surface sizing, hard nip sizing with curtain application, was developed and tested in Valmet’s Paper Technology Center in Järvenpää. The results from the pilot machine have been exciting: the sizer can successfully run up to 1700 m/min.

An innovative supercalender retrofit empowers diverse paper production at Shandong Sun Paper Co

Oct 23, 2024

This upgrade has enhanced the supercalender with a broader paper production capability. It allows for precise control of paper gloss, smoothness, and bulk.

MM Količevo BM 3: Investing for the future with OptiSizer Curtain

Oct 8, 2024

Watch the video to learn more about MM Količevo's OptiSizer Curtain investment. In October 2023 MM Board & Paper's rebuilt BM 3 board machine and the first-ever hard nip sizer with a curtain application were successfully started up at the MM Količevo mill in Slovenia. Prior to the rebuild, board machine BM 3 did not have a sizer. A prototype technology in sizing was chosen because it was the only technology flexible enough to fulfill all requirements of the product portfolio.

Rebuilding with state-of-the-art technology in MM Količevo BM 3

Oct 8, 2024

Watch the video to find out more about the latest collaboration between MM Board & Paper and Valmet. In October 2023 MM Board & Paper started-up the rebuilt board machine BM 3 at the MM Količevo mill in Slovenia. The investment for the board machine consisted of state-of-the-art technology and included three main updates: the dryer section rebuild; new sizing technology; and a new winder.

MM Količevo BM 3: Investing for the future with OptiSizer Curtain

Oct 7, 2024

MM Board & Paper’s collaboration with Valmet reached a milestone in October 2023 when their rebuilt BM 3 board machine and the first-ever hard nip sizer with a curtain application were successfully started up at the MM Količevo mill in Slovenia.

Metsä Board Simpele: Valmet Fold-up Wall for closed hood

Oct 2, 2024

Watch the video to learn how Metsä Board Simpele rebuilt the hood of the BM 3 board machine and installed the Valmet Fold-up Wall to enhance the mill’s working environment and safety. Unlike traditional hoods, the Fold-up Wall can be adjusted to any desired height during web breaks and fully opened during shutdowns, providing excellent access to the dryer section. Its design enables faster cooling of the hood, making tasks like roll changes easier to perform.

Enhancing safety with the Valmet Fold-up Wall

Sep 26, 2024

Metsä Board Simpele installed the Valmet Fold-up Wall to improve the mill’s working environment and safety. It gives maintenance personnel full access to the dryer section, enhances visibility, and provides a safer working environment.