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Proper setup of a pressure compensate pump and dump valve

Many hydraulic systems on the paper machine use pressure compensated pumps. Pump and pressure compensator adjuster setup is easy if you know what you are doing.

Follow this checklist to troubleshoot CD moisture profiles

Poor CD moisture profiles are usually caused in the press or forming sections, but the dryer section can also play a role. Follow these troubleshooting tips to improve your CD moisture profiles.

Troubleshooting cores falling during a winder auto setchange

Every winder core loader eventually runs into the same problem at some point - the cores fall during the set change process. This article lists safety concerns, probable causes and corresponding corrective actions to diagnose and resolve this problem.

Electrical troubleshooting basic tips and fault cataloging

Effective electrical troubleshooting is best done using a practical, systematic approach. This article is a brief review of basic tips and fault cataloging.

Hydraulic safety, general practice reminders and troubleshooting

Excessive heat and noise are prime indicators of fluid system malfunction on fiber, paper, board and tissue machine lines. But before jumping in to fix a fluids problem - there are several safety factors to consider before and during maintenance. In this article we list these, as well as basic troubleshooting tips for fluids.

Webinar presents ways to improve safety around the winder

The batch process occurring five to ten times per hour at the winder represents one of highest potential areas of danger in the mill for operators and maintenance personnel. A free webinar on August 3rd, 2016 explored ways to mitigate this risk. The webinar is now archived and available for playback.

Shoe press users group discusses the latest developments

SPUG presents Valmet's latest shoe press developments as well as providing one-on-one Valmet assistance and a venue for mill personnel to share techniques. For example, Valmet Black Belt shoe press belt and Valmet Belt Roll Doctor shoe press roll doctor are technologies that were discussed at past SPUG events.

Steam and condensate system audit for tissue machine Yankee dryer

The steam input and condensate removal system is integral to the efficient and effective operation of your Yankee dryer. A system audit shows the current operating level and provides savings recommendations.

Easier boiler outages with Liquor to Liquor Shutdown Service

Planning and executing a boiler outage can be a major challenge. Valmet has created a new lean concept for liquor to liquor recovery boiler outages that is easy, fast and trouble-free.

Follow maintenance safety precautions while in the dryer section

Since dryer sections require use of high temperatures and pressures, they must be treated with caution. The nature of the dryers’ function and required operating care make it important that they be given close attention in the mill safety program.