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A new benchmark for the industry – the Valmet ThruAir® Bonder

A new benchmark for the industry – the Valmet ThruAir® Bonder

Being an industry leader in through air bonding, Valmet's presentation on the ‘Critical aspects of through air bonding in high quality nonwovens production’, attracted the attention of many attendees at SINCE23.

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Accurate data makes the difference

Accurate data makes the difference

Since 2021, Leipziger Wasserwerke in Germany has successfully relied on two Valmet Total Solids Measurement (Valmet TS) units at their largest wastewater treatment plant, enabling the plant to significantly reduce its operating costs.

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How pulp prices are changing the way tissue converters do business

How pulp prices are changing the way tissue converters do business

While 2020 saw its share of dramatic pulp price increases, 2021 was staggering. European pulp costs rose 53%, followed by Asian and US market increases of 47% and 40% respectively.

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Improving Line Safety and Efficiencies With Advanced Equipment Automation

Improving Line Safety and Efficiencies With Advanced Equipment Automation

Like any industry predicated on production, tissue manufacturing and converting presents a certain amount of peril to workers. The amount of equipment and humans on a production floor alone can make for hazardous situations, not to mention the often heavy, sharp, and quickly moving parts within that equipment that workers must be cognizant of at all times to prevent injury if safe practices and machine safety procedures are not being followed or used.

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How tissue converters use OEE to improve production and profitability

How tissue converters use OEE to improve production and profitability

As technologies and machinery advance, optimizing production is a critical goal for toilet paper and paper towel manufacturers. Measuring success against that goal requires a formulaic approach and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) has emerged as a leading key performance indicator.

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Is now the right time to buy new tissue equipment?

Is now the right time to buy new tissue equipment?

Tissue converters, like any other product manufacturer, must keep current on equipment in order to remain competitive and efficiently meet customer demand. Doing so generally requires a substantial investment that is carefully considered from all business angles before being made.

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How embossing impacts tissue roll characteristics and aesthetics

How embossing impacts tissue roll characteristics and aesthetics

As few as 20 years ago, tissue embossing was mainly considered a volume-generating process. There were one or two design engravings available, both of which had a mechanical function — creating volume for rolled tissue product packs. Customers chose one or the other engraving pattern. There was no differentiation on the shelf.

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New and revolutionary Valmet Warm-up Contactless redefines hot embossing and its benefits for tissue manufacturers

New and revolutionary Valmet Warm-up Contactless redefines hot embossing and its benefits for tissue manufacturers

Tissue manufacturers are under unprecedented pressure. Pulp price volatility and the skilled labor shortage remain primary concerns. However, the increased emphasis on sustainability, product differentiation, and global competition cannot be ignored.

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Rolled disinfectant wipes and the updated Perini 702G NW rewinder bring Away-from-Home (AFH) markets up to speed

Rolled disinfectant wipes and the updated Perini 702G NW rewinder bring Away-from-Home (AFH) markets up to speed

In light of COVID-19, disinfectant wipes have become top of mind for consumers and businesses alike. The market in North America alone is projected to top $15 billion by 2027. Since keeping hard surfaces clean deters the spread of COVID virus variants and germs in general, it’s not surprising that the household wipes segment is expected to experience the market’s greatest compound annual growth rate.

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Wrapping Tissue Without Plastic: Paper and Biofilm Packaging Give Tissue OEMs Plastic-Free Possibilities

Wrapping Tissue Without Plastic: Paper and Biofilm Packaging Give Tissue OEMs Plastic-Free Possibilities

Consumers are increasingly sensitive to how their purchase decisions affect the world around them. They want their actions to have a positive impact and are willing to put their money behind brands that prioritize sustainability and sustainable packaging. 

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