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Intensive work for superior performance – this is how press felts are developed at Valmet

At Valmet, press felt development consists of numerous steps including chemical and mechanical testing of raw materials, production trials, in-house laboratory tests, simulations and pilot machine runs, as well as finally running the felts at customer mills.

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Seam felts meeting today’s performance expectations

Seamed press felts have evolved rapidly from a primarily safety-driven alternative into high-performance solutions capable of meeting today’s demanding press section requirements. Read the interview with Leena Silakoski, Senior Manager, Press Felts and Belts at Valmet, to learn what is driving the increased adoption of seam felts.
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Ehime Paper leads the way in sustainable tissue production with a safer QCS

Ehime Paper, a Japanese manufacturer of household paper products, has completed its transition to a radiation-free quality control environment. Valmet IQ Scanners equipped with IQ Fiber ensure safer, easier, and more efficient operations.
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Third Advantage DCT started at Velvet CARE, Poland

The third Valmet Advantage DCT machine at Velvet CARE is now in operation, delivering high‑quality production from day one and strengthening a decade‑long partnership focused on growth, efficiency and sustainable performance.
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Seamed press felts to enhance safety and performance -video

Seamed press felts provide increased safety and savings in time and manpower during installation. With the right design, you can meet demanding process requirements while gaining practical advantages in installation and safety.

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Breakthrough retrofit boosts performance at Lee & Man’s Chongqing Tissue Mill

Lee & Man boosts tissue machine performance with a comprehensive upgrade of two tissue machines with expert-driven process optimization. Setting a new benchmark for systematic optimization in the tissue industry.
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Innovating for sustainability – Valmet introduces new Bioneer press roll covers with reduced carbon footprint

Valmet is committed to reducing the climate impact of its technologies and supporting customers in achieving their own sustainability goals. As the next step in this long-term effort, Valmet is renewing its press roll cover family with new Bioneer solutions designed to further cut carbon emissions.
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The next era: growing the tissue family

Valmet has grown over the years, but our core have always been about strong partnerships and shared experiences. Watch episode 5 in our Tissue 50+ series and see how we’re shaping the future as one united tissue family.

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Celebrating shared successes with recent tissue start-ups

Recent tissue machinery and converting start-ups at Yusen (China), Suzano (Brazil), and Sofidel Circleville (USA) mark major milestones. These successes reflect true collaboration, innovation, and dedication across every project phase.
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Building bridges – with customers and colleagues

Johanna Pihl is a dynamic Project Manager in R&D at Valmet, known for her innovative mindset, strong teamwork, and customer focus. With a background in engineering and experience across industries, she leads complex projects that drive sustainability and smarter solutions. Johanna’s positive energy and dedication inspire both colleagues and customers.
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1100 days of record belt performance at Sofidel

Sofidel’s Kisa mill has exceeded expectations, achieving a record-breaking 1100 days of continuous operation with Valmet’s Black Belt R HD start-up belt and Advantage™ ViscoNip® press.

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The sustainability era: making efficiency count

With innovation at the core of everything we do, we aim to lead by example, not just meeting industry demands, but staying one step ahead of them. Watch episode 4 in our Tissue 50+ video series and see how we made efficiency count.

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