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Beyond Circularity: Innovative results from ecosystem projects

During 2024, the Beyond Circularity R&D program and ecosystem gained excellent speed and momentum, with the first launches emerging from the program. 

DCS migration drives sustainability and digitalization at Irani

Irani Papel e Embalagem S.A. selected Valmet DNA Distributed Control System (DCS) to modernize the reliability and productivity of their Vargem Bonita paper mill and created a new way of operating.

Embracing development opportunities for children through sports and artistic activities

As part of Valmet’s commitment to social responsibility, year after year we renew our support for institutions that make a difference in the communities we operate in. Based on employee voting, the chosen institution for Chile in 2024 was Hogar de los sueños, a non-profit organization that seeks to expand development opportunities for children from vulnerable socioeconomic conditions through sports and artistic activities.

Fabrics articles

Explore our expertise in paper machine clothing (PMC) and filter fabrics through a collection of insightful articles.

Valmet DNAe now operational in Schoellershammer PM5

German board producer Schoellershammer GmbH has achieved a significant milestone in the migration of its PM5 board machine to Valmet DNAe Distributed Control System (DCS). The first phase of the project, which involved replacing the stock preparation automation, has been completed with a successful process startup.

CMPC achieves historic mark in the recausticizing process in partnership with Valmet

Collaboration between companies reduced the dead load in the process by 34% with the implementation of Advanced Process Controls

From unknowns to benefits

Stock preparation and wet end processes are typically full of unknowns for board and paper makers. Ville Piikkilä, Business Manager for Valmet Board and Paper Automation Solutions, explains how to turn these unknowns into new benefits.

Valmet and Sunpaper relocated PM3 in 5 months record time

In 2022, Sunpaper signed a contract with Valmet to relocate its paper machine PM3 from Yanzhou, Shandong Province to Beihai, Guangxi Province, about 2000 kilometers. The relocation aims to increase Sunpaper’s competitiveness and align with the company’s green production strategy.

Integrated automation helps Asia Symbol to significantly improve paper machine efficiency

Asia Symbol’s paper machine PM13 was successfully started up on March 27, 2022, with a machine speed of 1500 m/min. The production line is equipped with an extensive scope of automation systems and flow control solutions. After 4 months of operation, the speed has reached 1610 m/min – a new record.

Aqua cooling improves calendering results at Ingerois, case study

Valmet's new aqua cooling technology makes the board end-product more lightweight, without compromising functional and visual properties. By ideally conditioning the sheet via effective web cooling, bulk can be improved at target smoothness.