Implementing circular philosophy in nonwovens production: Valmet’s vision
Valmet utilizes an innovative approach to integrating circular principles into modern nonwoven production lines.
Valmet’s offering centers on its Valmet DNA distributed control system, a scalable automation platform that unifies process control, quality management, and industrial internet solutions. This system enables predictive maintenance, minimizes downtime, and optimizes production performance, aligning with circular economy goals by reducing waste and resource consumption.
Key technologies include Valmet IQ Web Inspection and Monitoring Systems, which detect defects such as holes, wrinkles, and resin skips in real time, improving runnability and customer satisfaction. Additionally, Transmission Spectrum Measurement (TSM) provides precise, non-contact analysis of raw material composition, moisture, and basis weight, supporting the use of bio-based materials and polymers.
Valmet also utilizes advanced profiler solutions like the IQ Steam Profiler, which enhances moisture control, energy efficiency, and cross-directional profiles. These innovations deliver measurable benefits: improved product quality, raw material savings, and faster on-spec production.
With over 19,000 professionals and a strong sustainability track record, Valmet has been awarded the Gold Medal in the EcoVadis sustainability assessment for several years in a row, placing the company among the top 5% of more than 150,000 companies assessed worldwide. Valmet reinforces its commitment to driving circularity in industrial processes. By combining cutting-edge automation with environmental responsibility, Valmet sets a benchmark for the future of nonwoven manufacturing.
