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Review this brief list of calendering terms and definitions

Several terms are in common use to describe calendering equipment, including general operation, temperature control systems and frame design types. This article provides a brief list of terms and definitions.

Valmet sets targets for environmental efficiency 2030

As a part of its Sustainability360º agenda action plan for 2016–2018 Valmet renews its environmental objectives and targets covering its own operations. The new objectives for environmental efficiency are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG).

Press diaphragm problem causes work stoppage, a case study

A chronic press load/unload diaphragm rupturing problem crippled the operation of the press at a mill. Plate and diaphragm misalignment were only part of the problem. Further analysis pointed to nipping roll diameter changes and incorrect diaphragm specifications.

Follow safety rules when handling spools and parent reels

Due to the size and weight of parent rolls and reel spools, handling accidents can cause serious injury or death and costly equipment repairs. However, handling accidents can be avoided if basic safety rules are followed.

Web handling, construction & proper setup of bowed roll spreaders

Bowed spreader rolls are the most commonly used spreader roll and are critical to most web handling processes. Learn how the construction, web orientation, cover material and wrap angles play important parts in web handling.

Valmet Online Learning - reduce your mill's knowledge gap

The current workforce is growing older, with many retiring within three to five years. The new workforce lacks fundamental skills and knowledge. Valmet's online training portal is an affordable alternative to bridge that knowledge gap.

Hydraulic training availability and three oil filtration tips

Changing or adjusting the wrong hydraulic part can cause more issues that what you had before the change. Training is available from Valmet experts.

Environmentally friendly energy with bio fuels

A new large-scale multi-fuel plant to the power plant of Turun Seudun Energiantuotanto Oy in Naantali is designed to generate power by utilizing solely bio fuels at a very high efficiency ratio.

Cyber Security is taken seriously by North American Power Generator

The applications of modern automation and ever increasing use of internet have created new threats to reliable power generation.

XXL newsprint rolls from JSC Solikamskbumprom

Printing machine manufacturers released a new generation of printing machines in 2006-2007. These high capacity ink machines were designed for bigger customer rolls, with a web width of up to 2.1 meters and a roll diameter of up to 1.5 meters. By investing in a new wrapping line, JSC Solikamskbumprom was able to meet the needs of the changing markets.