Valmet to supply a complete automation solution for Melitta Europa’s paper mill in Germany

Valmet Oyj’s trade press release on December 8, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. EET

Valmet will supply a complete automation solution to Melitta Europa for its paper production plant in Minden, Germany. The order includes Valmet’s distributed control system (Valmet DNA DCS/MCS), a Valmet IQ Quality Control System and a Valmet IQ Web Inspection System. The solution will replace the aging automation system currently in use in the plant. The fully integrated solution with Valmet’s latest automation technology will enable Melitta to efficiently optimize production and ensure optimal quality.

The order was included in Valmet’s orders received of the third quarter 2022. The installation will take place in the summer 2023.

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“We selected Valmet’s solution because having a complete package for the DCS, QCS, and web inspection was a key factor when considering our upgrade project. Valmet’s automation solution is well known throughout the pulp and paper industry, and Valmet has a lot of experience of paper processes,” says Eduard Pertsch, Technical Manager, Melitta Minden.

“This is a very exciting opportunity for us to work with Melitta. The group was looking for an integrated solution, and our latest technology, quality control solutions in particular, made the difference,” says Martin Grundmann, Area Sales Manager, Automation Systems, Valmet, Germany.

Technical details about the delivery

The delivery includes a Valmet DNA control system with around 3.500 I/O, new drive controls, a Valmet IQ Quality Control System and a Valmet IQ Web Inspection solution with a target stop application.

The Valmet IQ Quality Control System (QCS) will be supplied including scanners, related measurements, and state-of-the-art multivariable MD (Machine Direction) and CD (Cross Direction) controls to provide accurate and stable sheet quality in demanding machine conditions, improving paper quality and efficiency while reducing costs. Valmet IQ Web Inspection System improves web quality thanks to accurate and reliable defect detection and pro-active quality management.

About the customer Melitta Europa
Melitta Europa GmbH is the operating division of the Melitta Group, a German family-owned company that was created in 1908 based on the invention from Melitta Bentz who developed the world’s first coffee filter. Today, Melitta is a group of companies with operations all over the world, with numerous brands and products covering a wide variety of needs, focusing on ability to anticipate market trends and to develop pioneering products which make life more enjoyable, more convenient and much easier. The group reached annual net sales of EUR 1,7 billion and they employ some 5,900 people worldwide.

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For further information, please contact:
Martin Grundmann, Area Sales Manager, Automation Systems business line, Valmet, Germany, tel. +49 1728 338 619

Valmet is a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. With our automation systems and flow control solutions we serve an even wider base of process industries. Our 17,500 professionals around the world work close to our customers and are committed to moving our customers’ performance forward – every day.

The company has over 220 years of industrial history and a strong track record in continuous improvement and renewal. In 2022, a major milestone was achieved when the flow control company Neles was merged into Valmet. The combined company’s net sales in 2021 was approximately EUR 4.5 billion based on the respective company figures.

Valmet’s shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki and the head office is in Espoo, Finland.   

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