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Avoiding roll defects at the winder - causes and solutions

Most roll structural defects are caused by poor nip or tension. These tips will help operators avoid starring, soft starts, corrugations and crepe wrinkles.

Valmet tissue machine roll covers achieve significant benefits

Valmet’s new polyurethane cover materials extend running periods and reduce maintenance and energy costs on tissue machines.

Guide to dryer section performance, key operating parameters

Here are some notes regarding key operation parameters of the dryer section, starting with the three zones related to effective drying rate.

Helpful tips for size pressing: properties, load, vibration…

Sheet properties when using size include - increased internal, surface, tensile strength, stiffness and roughness; decreased porosity, opacity and whiteness.

Valmet Breast Roll Shaker 120 enhances board and paper properties

Valmet Breast Roll Shaker 120 improves formation properties such as: sheet strength, surface smoothness, printability and furnish absorption. Its simplified design has a small footprint and it's designed for easy maintenance.

Troubleshooting chronic wrinkling on a size press, case study

Valmet investigated an issue where a size press was having wrinkling when the nip closed and before the applicator beam was loaded. The culprit was hydraulic.

Valmet Training Simulator

Highly realistic training simulators for operators, maintenance personnel and other mill staff to ensure successful start-ups and efficient long-term operations.

Automation for mining, metals and steel

Valmet's automation offering is aimed at increasing efficiency and uplift in production. Through our expertise, we provide seamless integration and upgrades, for a long lifecycle approach to automation.

A new web-based user interface for Valmet DNA in marine business

The new Valmet DNA User Interface (DNA UI) extends the use of the automation system beyond the traditional engine room. It provides a more enhanced experience and view of process control and monitoring operations on board a vessel.

Protection against damage and accidents

Valmet’s emergency shutdown system for flammable liquid systems, ventilation fans and other similar applications is designed as a fully redundant and standalone unit of the Valmet DNA integrated automation system. It ensures quick shutdown in case of emergencies, such as fire, blackouts or other incidents.