PACKAGING AND PAPER NEWS & STORIES

Building the future of packaging with cutting-edge technologies in Kıvanç Paper PM 1

Mar 4, 2026

Discover how Kıvanç Paper decided to take a major strategic leap by entering the board manufacturing industry. At the core of this greenfield mill investment are Valmet’s innovative technologies, many of which have never been seen anywhere in the world before. The board making line delivery included an OCC line, stock preparation and white water treatment, board machine PM 1 from headbox to reel and winder, and services and automation for the entire mill.

Seamed press felts to enhance safety and performance -video

Feb 3, 2026

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.

OptiDry Coat double-pass - Compact and effective air dryer for all coating applications

Feb 2, 2026

Discover how the OptiDry Coat double-pass takes your coating drying processes to a new level. It combines three advanced air drying technologies in one compact solution, delivering superior coating quality while saving space and energy.

JK Paper's journey to enhance operational excellence

Oct 13, 2025

JK Paper Limited has made several investments to the Songadh mill's pulp and board production as well an automation system.

OptiSizer Hard: Improved strength with hard nip sizing

Aug 26, 2025

Innovative OptiSizer Hard uses high nip loads to improve sheet strength properties by taking advantage of the better starch penetration in the base sheet. The deflection compensated rolls with hard covers give high loading capacity and good profile features resulting in excellent runnability.

Reliable coating quality with OptiCoat Layer curtain coating station at WEIG KM 3

Jun 16, 2025

Watch the video and discover how WEIG Group invested in new coating technology and replaced an old air knife coater. In December 2024, their board machine KM 3 started up with new OptiCoat Layer coating station in Mayen, Germany. As a result the quality of the board has enhanced by improving coating coverage and reducing streakiness of the coating.

Sleeve roll on board gap former - vacuum reduction test run

May 19, 2025

What happens on a board gap former if initial forming section vacuums are turned off? The answer is groundbreaking results, if the forming section is equipped with innovative Sleeve roll technology. Watch this video to learn more.

Reliable results through pilot trials at Valmet Fiber Technology Center

Apr 15, 2025

Valmet Fiber Technology Center in Inkeroinen, Finland provides complete pilot processes for stock preparation, recycled fiber, mechanical pulping and pulp drying - driven by innovation and evolving raw materials. This world-class facility has conducted more than 10,000 pilot trials since it first opened, helping paper makers improve efficiency and competitiveness.

How to optimize winder performance throughout its lifecycle

Mar 25, 2026

A winder is a critical part of a paper production line, directly influencing paper roll quality, operational stability, and overall efficiency. When winding performance suffers, mills face issues such as unplanned downtime, slitting inaccuracies, and reduced productivity. With decades of experience and a comprehensive service offering, Valmet helps mills overcome these challenges and keep their winders performing reliably throughout their entire lifecycle.

Ranheim Paper & Board improves PM6 approach flow system cleaning efficiency with Valmet´s cleaner plant

Mar 10, 2026

Ranheim Paper & Board, located just outside Trondheim, Norway, is deeply rooted in circular economy practices and has been using 100% recycled fiber since 1981. They are constantly improving and maintaining their processes and recently completed the installation of a Valmet Hydrocyclone Cleanpac 700 XCD cleaning system for their PM6 approach flow system for better cleaning efficiency.

Kıvanç Paper PM 1: Building the responsible future of packaging with cutting-edge technologies

Mar 4, 2026

Backed by decades of expertise in the textile industry, Kıvanç Paper decided to take a major strategic leap by entering the board manufacturing industry, with the goal of contributing to the local economy and sustainable board production. At the core of this greenfield mill investment are Valmet’s innovative technologies, many of which have never been seen anywhere in the world before.

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

Feb 26, 2026

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.

Seam felts meeting today’s performance expectations

Feb 17, 2026

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.

Innovating for sustainability – Valmet introduces new Bioneer press roll covers with reduced carbon footprint

Jan 21, 2026

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.

Benchmark your mill’s performance with the Production and Energy Efficiency Survey

Jan 20, 2026

Benchmarking is a proven way to drive continuous improvement in the board and paper industry. By participating in Valmet’s Production and Energy Efficiency Survey you gain a clear and data-driven view of your mill’s performance compared to industry peers — helping you identify strengths, uncover opportunities, and accelerate your mill’s journey forward.

UPM Changshu mill PM 2 achieves two decades of consistent performance with Valmet Press Roll Cover GG

Dec 2, 2025

In papermaking, rolls and roll covers must withstand extreme conditions such as high temperatures, humidity, adhesive buildup, and corrosion. At UPM’s Changshu mill in China, Valmet Press Roll Cover GG has delivered more than twenty years of uninterrupted service, enabling maintenance-free and stable operation of the mill’s paper machine 2.

OYKA redefines quality with Valmet IQ Quality Control System

May 14, 2025

When OYKA, in Turkey, decided to replace its aging quality control system (QCS), the team knew exactly what they needed. The final results were incredible - around 100–110% improvement.

APP Jingui BM2: Moving towards a low-carbon operation

Feb 16, 2023

In 2021, APP Group successfully started up their new Jingui BM2 machine. The Valmet-supplied technology used in BM2 helps the company meet its goals for low-carbon operations. Part of the delivery was an Enzymatic Starch Cooking ZE unit.

Sun Paper Beihai's new PM1: world's widest fine paper production line

Oct 3, 2021

Sun Paper’s Beihai Mill successfully started up their new Valmet-supplied fine paper making line PM1 setting the new fine paper making line start-up world record for the fastest start-up.

Automatic control stabilizes retention and charge at Julius Schulte Trebsen

Oct 3, 2016

Julius Schulte is a family owned paper producer since 1983, one of the leading German producers of corrugating medium roll paper and specialty papers with a production capacity 200 000 tonnes annually. When they were not able to get sufficient information of the white water consistencies or charge status, they decided to invest in Valmet Wet End Analyzer.

Successful QCS migration leads to second system ahead of schedule

Dec 29, 2015

Faced with replacing an aging quality control system on board machine 3, Ningbo Zhonghua Paper selected Valmet* because of its innovative sensor technology, especially the direct coat weight measurement. The results were so good that within a year they replaced a second quality control system on BM2 ahead of schedule and report being very satisfied with both deliveries.

Secured production line availability with Valmet service agreement at Sappi Kirkniemi

Aug 19, 2015

Sappi’s Kirkniemi mill extended its cooperation with Valmet to a service agreement covering various services and spare parts for all of their three papermaking lines. Especially the tail threading equipment maintenance needed the expertise skills that were not sufficiently available in-house.

Shandong Bohui Paper’s expansion plan becomes reality with new BM2

Aug 17, 2015

Shandong Bohui Paper has the ambitious goal of becoming the largest coated board producer in China. The new board machine (BM2) supplied by Valmet is an important step towards the big target. The modern technology has gained market acceptance by ensuring high end-product quality with superior smoothness.