Sep 28, 2016
Nippon Paper Group is one of the leading producers of paper and cardboard in the world and it's Akita mill the leading Japanese producer of paper, cardboard and pulp. Valmet implemented Valmet Lime Kiln Optimizer solution to reduce specific energy consumption and maximize the more cost efficient fuel usage.
Summary
Location | Akita, Japan |
Challenge |
Need to improve energy efficiency and operation of the lime kiln. To maximize the usage of coke as a fuel at the kiln. |
Solution |
Process consultation, projects and engineering Remote support and optimization using Industrial Internet technology |
Results |
Specific Energy Savings 5.5 % Fuel ratio from 71.5 % to 72.5 % Control uptime 99.5 % |
Keywords | Automation, Pulping and fiber, Asia-Pacific |