Download whitepaper: A phased approach to Pulp & Paper Control System upgrades

The pulp and paper industry is undergoing significant changes, driven by global megatrends such as climate change, aging populations, advancing technology and increasing cybersecurity risks. As the operational landscape is being reshaped, the urgency for upgrading Distributed Control Systems (DCS) has never been greater. 

These control system upgrades are critical to ensuring that your operations not only meet modern demands but are also prepared for future needs. This white paper explores how Valmet’s phased Lifecycle Plan can guide you through the necessary upgrades in phases.

Read about the typical steps when upgrading earlier Valmet DNA DCS for pulp and paper to the latest Valmet DNA or the new Valmet DNAe automation system.

  1. Valmet DNAe User Interface
  2. The I/O units from centralized I/O to ACN I/O
  3. The network
  4. Controller hardware
  5. New platform

Whitepaper author:
Phillip van Rensburg
Business Manager, Pulp & Paper DCS Services
Automation Systems Business Line