Up and Running articles
Up and Running articles
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Sizer rods: Does size matter, is big and slow the way to go?
Film size presses use rotating rods to control the starch or coating film applied on the applicator roll. Rod diameter varies depending on the application.
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Energy consumption minimization in LC refining (webinar)
Low-consistency refining uses a significant amount of a mill's electricity consumption, especially refining in paper/board grades based on virgin fibers.
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Five best practices for roll performance and cover life
For optimum performance and to maximize cover life, keep covers clean, monitor and avoid high cover temperatures, check crown and avoid impact damage.
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Field services for optimized reliable stock preparation
Maintenance of stock preparation and approach flow systems optimizes their utilization rate and reliable operation, and minimizes unplanned shutdowns.
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Valmet list of best practices for wet pressing optimization
Wet pressing has an impact all the way from paper machine drying capacity and web runnability to end product properties. The secret of process efficiency often lies in making the right choices for the press section consumables.
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Observations from the field: improving recovery boiler operations
Are you looking to establish a safer work environment, reduce outage time, make environmental compliance easier, or all of the above? Explore some ready-made services that can help you realize ROI on your energy and recovery goals.
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5 Keys to Better Pulp Washing Operations (tips from the OEM)
In a recent interview, the Process Engineers and Product Managers from Valmet’s vacuum washer team offered five helpful tips for operators.
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Valmet Industrial Internet helps mills predict the future
Successful companies will increasingly base their decision making on insights, predictions and prescriptions provided by artificial intelligence applications.
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Mill Wide Optimization streamlines decision making (webinar)
Automating decision making at the mill level coordinates process areas to increase production, reduce cost per ton and improve quality of the final product.
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Web handling - The poor man's spreader or bow-tie roller
Straight shaft rollers can be used as spreader rolls. They are called "Bowtie" rollers because a concave crown is machined into the roller.