Metso Paper rebuilds linerboard machine for Boise Cascade

Published Apr 12, 2007 14.00.00 +2 GMT

Metso Paper has been selected to rebuild the D-1 board machine at Boise Cascade’s Packaging and Newsprint mill in DeRidder, Louisiana, USA. The rebuilt machine will be started up in March, 2008. The value of the order is not disclosed.

The delivery features the SymBelt press. SymBelt is Metso Paper's state-of-the-art pressing technology, which utilizes a patented shoe press design for increased performance. Other equipment to be supplied from Metso include: dryer section modifications, air system ventilation equipment, and press pit pulper.

The 8.4-meter wide D-1 board line will produce high-quality linerboard in a basis weight range of 127-337 g.

For further information, please contact: Peter Jones Account Sales Manager Metso Paper USA Inc. Tel. (770) 313-3296 E-mail: peter.jones@metso.com

J-P Beaudoin Senior Vice President North American Sales Metso Paper USA Inc. Tel. (770) 368-7385 E-mail: jp.beaudoin@metso.com