Technologies, automation and services for pulp production

Klabin’s Puma II project delivers flexibility and performance

Aug 20, 2026

From start-up success to optimized performance, Klabin’s Puma II project showcases how integrated fiberline, BCTMP, and automation technologies can create a flexible and efficient board production platform. Together, Klabin and Valmet have built a solution that delivers operational reliability, high product quality, and long-term competitiveness in the packaging board market.

How to improve uptime and reduce costs with spare parts in pulp and paper mills?

Jul 30, 2026

In today’s pulp, paper, board and tissue industry, producers are operating under increasing pressure. Volatile markets, rising energy and raw material costs and tighter margins are forcing mills to scrutinize every operational expense. In this environment, spare parts are not merely a maintenance necessity; they are a strategic tool for managing costs while safeguarding production reliability. A well‑designed spare parts strategy supports both operational stability and cost efficiency across the...

Valmet and CMPC sign regional agreement to optimize Lime Kiln Reliability

Jul 21, 2026

Valmet and CMPC have reached an important milestone by signing a regional agreement for the delivery of specialized lime kiln services. The agreement is part of CMPC’s strategy to move toward an asset management model that provides greater traceability and a stronger ability to anticipate operational needs by consolidating services under long-term contracts with strategic partners.

Sun Paper Laos: Almost a decade of partnership and progress with Valmet

Jul 16, 2026

Since the inauguration of its pulp production line in 2018, Sun Paper Laos has built a strong partnership with Valmet. Over the years, Valmet's technologies and services have become an integral part of the mill’s successful operation. One of the key achievements has been the extension of the mill’s operating cycle from six to fifteen months.

All for the chip – Valmet’s lifecycle commitment improves efficiency and chip quality at pulp mills

Jul 7, 2026

Chip quality has a direct influence on pulping efficiency, yield and raw material costs. While mills cannot control every aspect of raw material variation, they can significantly improve chip uniformity and process stability by focusing on the equipment lifecycle – from original design and modernization to maintenance, process monitoring and long‑term development.

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.

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.

Boosting stability, efficiency, and sustainability – Valmet supports Hamburger Containerboard Dunaújváros with multiple upgrades

Jun 12, 2026

Hamburger Containerboard Dunaújváros and Valmet’s long-term service agreement has grown into a lifecycle partnership with mutual goals: to create a production environment for the mill’s power plant where process stability, environmental performance and profitability go hand in hand.