Maximizing your water efficiency

Improving efficiency and runnability at JK Paper PM5 with targeted rebuild solutions

Jun 30, 2026

To boost efficiency and product quality, JK Paper teamed up with Valmet to implement a targeted rebuild at PM5. By introducing automated web handling, reliable tail threading, and precise caliper profiling, the mill achieved improved runnability, reduced downtime, and more consistent board quality—preparing for future production demands.

Digital services supporting proactive maintenance and reliability at Opal

Jun 23, 2026

Opal and Valmet have built a long-term partnership in which digital services play a key role in turning performance data into practical actions that improve reliability, optimise uptime and support a proactive maintenance approach.

From 20 to 38 days: How Hansol Paper doubled calender roll running time with CL-W

Jun 18, 2026

Stable calender operation and reduced maintenance interruptions are critical for maintaining efficient production. Recently at Hansol Paper’s Shintanjin CM1 in Korea, the adoption of Valmet Calender Roll Cover CL-W has brought clear results, with longer running intervals, improved durability, and more consistent performance.

Securing lifecycle value of your investment from the start

Jun 17, 2026

When we think about the lifecycle of a paper or board machine, the long-term value is very much determined early in the investment phase. A lifecycle partnership with Valmet provides a structured way for mills to secure that value over the whole lifecycle of the machine.

How dewatering elements influence machine performance

Jun 16, 2026

Efficient dewatering is critical to the performance of modern paper and board machines. The right dewatering elements help optimize water removal, improving runnability, sheet quality, energy efficiency, and overall machine performance.

Introducing Valmet Dryer Fabric EOS Bioneer and OR Bioneer

Jun 16, 2026

Following the successful launch of Bioneer press felts, Valmet is now taking the next step by introducing Valmet Dryer Fabric EOS Bioneer and Valmet Dryer Fabric OR Bioneer. These new solutions bring lower climate impact to dryer sections while maintaining the same trusted performance as Valmet’s existing EOS and OR designs.

A cover story: Valmet’s polyurethane roll covers lead the way in sizing and coating

Jun 15, 2026

Valmet’s long-standing expertise in sizing equipment, processes, and roll cover technology has created a winning combination for high quality paper and board production. With more than 1,000 polyurethane covers delivered globally, Valmet has proven its ability to deliver products with exceptional wear resistance, marking resistance, and uniform film formation.

Solving equipment failure with ceramic dewatering upgrades

Jun 12, 2026

When aging equipment threatened wet-end reliability, a major U.S. paper mill needed a fast and effective solution. Discover how a redesigned ceramic dewatering element improved performance, reduced maintenance costs, and helped secure long-term operational reliability.

Achieving closed-loop industrial chain for coated white lined chipboard at Zhejiang Forest United Paper

Jun 18, 2026

Zhejiang Forest United Paper invested in a new PM 6 board machine to strengthen its production capacity. The delivery included several advanced Valmet technologies, such as the world’s first OptiDry Coat double-pass air dryer, enabling compactness and high drying efficiency. With PM 6, the company achieved a closed-loop industry chain with coated white lined chipboard.

Valmet 3D Fiber

Jun 15, 2026

The demand for fiber-based packaging is growing and so are the expectations for quality, performance, and production capacity. With Valmet 3D Fiber technology, you can create high-quality, three-dimensional molded fiber packaging using renewable cellulose fibers. The technology is suitable for a wide range of applications, including trays, plates, and other food packaging solutions. The strength of Valmet 3D Fiber technology lies in combining unique fiber layering technology, production capacit...

Pioneering new air drying technology at Zhejiang Forest United Paper PM 6

May 26, 2026

To close a gap in its production capacity, Zhejiang Forest United Paper invested in a new PM 6 board machine. Among other Valmet-supplied key technologies, the delivery included an OptiDry Coat double-pass air dryer - the world’s first installation of its kind.