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Nashua Valmeteer honored for 50 years of service

For the past 50 years, Yves ‘Frenchy’ Langlois has been hard at work in the warehouse, performing field service tasks, and more. In recognition of his many years of service and dedication, we’re celebrating him as a Distinguished Service Award recipient.

Project management insights from a trainee

Valmet’s Project Professional Trainee Program for 2024 kicked off in April. Karoliina, who studies Information Systems at the University of Jyväskylä, shared some of her thoughts after working as a trainee for a couple of months.

Connecting with the nonwovens industry at INDEX23

The Valmet global nonwovens team joined over 600 exhibitors from 43 countries at the INDEX23 nonwovens show in Geneva. During the 4 days, around 12 000 entries from over 100 countries visited the exhibition.

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Why tissue converters should invest in pre-owned equipment

At one time or another, tissue converters are faced with purchasing or replacing equipment. It is a substantial investment that warrants careful consideration about how to spend capital. There is always the option to buy new, but at times it is simply a better business decision to acquire pre-owned machines.

7 areas of focus for improving tissue converting efficiency

Tissue machines are a substantial capital investment so it’s understandable that vetting quality, runnability, and productivity is a top pre-purchase priority to ensure maximum return on investment. However, the strict focus also causes a blind spot when it comes to converting.

PIVOT Solutions: the center of excellence for the tissue industry

The global COVID-19 pandemic has challenged all industries to operate differently. The tissue industry is certainly not exempt from the impact of the crisis, which has given rise to examining emerging consumer trends and industry trends that have tissue converters exploring how to prioritize market shifts and product demand.

How tissue converting machine modifications can help increase OEE and profitability

One key to advancing overall equipment efficiency (OEE) is to take a holistic approach to production and equipment improvements. Opportunities for actions that contribute to consistent equipment availability and performance, and which support the manufacture of product that consistently meets quality standards, can arise at points all along the production line.

How to create and implement a toilet roll production business plan

By 2028 the global toilet paper market is expected to grow to nearly $40 billion — a jump of nearly 50% from its current value.1 It also represents revenue opportunities totaling roughly $13.4 billion over that same 7-year period.