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SSAB: A unified automation concept strengthens blast furnace and power plant operations

Higher-level central control boosts hydropower production

PVO-Vesivoima operates its hydropower plants in Finland more efficiently thanks to a Valmet DNA SCADA central control system. A vast amount of data from the process and external sources enables the company to meet future challenges.

Good things come in threes

In March 2021, VPK Paper's Oudegem mill in Belgium successfully started up a new Valmet IQ quality control system on PM7. With this installation to replace an aging system that was at end-of-life, Valmet has now replaced the quality control systems (QCS) on all three machines in Oudegem.

Managing ship automation is like art

One of the world’s largest luxury cruise ships “Symphony of the Seas” from Royal Caribbean International is equipped with Valmet’s automation system. The vessel itself offers a lot of enjoyable experiences – among other things, the vessel boasts 13,347 pieces of artwork on board.

Integrated automation helps Asia Symbol to significantly improve paper machine efficiency

Asia Symbol’s paper machine PM13 was successfully started up on March 27, 2022, with a machine speed of 1500 m/min. The production line is equipped with an extensive scope of automation systems and flow control solutions. After 4 months of operation, the speed has reached 1610 m/min – a new record.

Valmet and Sunpaper relocated PM3 in 5 months record time

In 2022, Sunpaper signed a contract with Valmet to relocate its paper machine PM3 from Yanzhou, Shandong Province to Beihai, Guangxi Province, about 2000 kilometers. The relocation aims to increase Sunpaper’s competitiveness and align with the company’s green production strategy.

Tackling the stock preparation and wet end challenge

Stock preparation and wet end processes are typically full of unknowns for board and paper makers. Ville Piikkilä, Business Manager for Valmet Board and Paper Automation Solutions, explains how to turn these unknowns into new benefits.

From unknowns to benefits

Stock preparation and wet end processes are typically full of unknowns for board and paper makers. Ville Piikkilä, Business Manager for Valmet Board and Paper Automation Solutions, explains how to turn these unknowns into new benefits.

How to improve operational resilience in a multi-vendor and multi-site world

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world has witnessed an exponential surge in network and information system dependencies. As industries intertwine more than ever, the pressing need to fortify cyber resilience, especially for vital sectors like energy and transportation, has never been more evident. This article delves deep into the cyber threats of 2021-2022, shining a light on the pivotal role cyber resilience plays in preserving crucial industries. Join us as we navigate this evolving landscape and explore strategies to bolster operational resilience in our interconnected, multi-vendor world.

Laura Bassi and Valmet: exploring better data management

Valmet supplied its Industrial Internet to the scientific vessel Laura Bassi to collect data into cloud reliably and with the highest level of cybersecurity.