With more than 4,000 units installed in North America, Valmet’s DD® series disk refiners have helped paper makers improve the performance of low consistency refining since the 1950s. Approximately 90% of this installed base remains in operation today. Backed by the industry's leading refiner technology and unmatched OEM expertise, Valmet delivers end-to-end refining solutions that are proven to optimize performance.
Our vast portfolio consists of disk and conical refiners, a diverse mix of refiner fillings, plates, and segments, and the latest industrial internet solutions. Local Valmet experts are here for you, ready to assist you on site or remotely, with solutions to help you increase capacity, reduce energy consumption, improve fiber development, and more.
Get to know the team in North America that helps Valmet provide leadership in refining:
PROCESS SERVICE ENGINEER, REFINING Mike Belair
Over the course of his career in pulp and paper, Mike has built up more than 30 years of experience working with refiners. He is a subject matter expert on disk refining equipment, with knowledge of mechanical operations, controls, and equipment start-up. Mike began his career in the industry with Beloit, followed by GL&V and later Valmet. Mike can be reached by phone at 413-329-0036 or by email at mike.belair@valmet.com.
PRODUCT SPECIALIST, FIBER WORKSHOPS Dan Breault
Throughout his career, Dan has developed substantial experience in general equipment manufacturing, as well as pulp and paper production equipment. Dan spent 25 years as a machinist and spent the last 17 years at GL&V and Valmet, where he served as Manufacturing Supervisor in Lenox, MA, and product specialist and technical expert in disk refining equipment. Dan can be reached by phone at 413-464-5935 or by email at dan.breault@valmet.com.
PRODUCT MANAGER, FIBER WORKSHOPS Bob Short
Bob began his career in the pulp and paper industry in 2005 as a member of the engineering team at GL&V focused on chemical pulping. Since 2017 he has specialized in helping customers rebuild stock preparation equipment, with a particular focus on legacy Beloit DD-series disk refiners. Bob can be reached by phone at 603-305-4464 or by email at bob.short@valmet.com.
PRODUCT MANAGER, FIBER WORKSHOPS Alan Bailey
Alan has spent his entire career as a professional in the Pulp & Paper business. He began his journey in pulp operations, later moving to maintenance where he looked after a wide range of equipment including continuous digesters, washers, save-alls, refiners, and the paper machine. He leverages his vast industry experience as a key contact in Valmet’s Fiber Workshop, helping customers to maximize the life of their equipment. Alan can be reached by phone at 256-520-4432 or by email at alan.bailey@valmet.com.
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