Metso to supply defibrator system to Gulin Timber in China

Published Oct 21, 2010 10.00.00 +2 GMT

Metso will supply an EVO 50 Defibrator system for MDF production to Gulin Timber in Yunnan province, China. Start-up is scheduled for the end of 2011. The value of the order will not be disclosed.

Metso’s delivery will include a complete fiber preparation system with a capacity of 17 tonnes per hour bone dry fiber, and automation equipment. The new system will strengthen Gulin Timber’s capabilities to provide high quality board for the growing Asian market.

Gulin Timber is a privately owned company founded in 2000 and it mainly produces solid timber doors, door frames, plywood and MDF (medium density fiber board).

Metso is a global supplier of sustainable technology and services for mining, construction, power generation, automation, recycling and the pulp and paper industries. We have about 27,000 employees in more than 50 countries. www.metso.com

For further information, please contact:

Åke Sundbergh, Sales Director, Fiber business line, Metso Tel. +46 70 632 26 12, ake.sundbergh(at)metso.com

Jansen Shang, Sales Engineer, Fiber business line, Metso Tel. +86 138 0123 1944, jansen.shang(at)metso.com