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Assembling valves: Summer as a Service Technician

This summer I have been working at Valmet Flow Control, as a Service Technician. My job is to service old valves and actuators and assemble and test new ones.

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.

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.

Shared Journey Forward - Valmet's new services approach

Valmet wants to be a valuable part of your team. This is reflected in our core commitments and unique services offering. Join us on a shared journey forward.

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.

Building a winning team in India

The Valmet team in India has been working to develop its team in line with the global ‘Winning Team’ Must-Win. While managers focused on improving managerial and leadership skills, their team members took part in a specially designed training program for non-managers.

A lazy W profile after the supercalender causes sheet problems

The lazy "W" roll profile at the calender windup can cause wrinkles, corrugations and baggy lanes. Thermal banding may be the culprit.

Field Report - Basic steps for troubleshooting hydraulic issues

There are many ways to diagnose hydraulic issues. Here are a list of some basic steps to follow, from research to working safely onsite to troubleshoot the problem.

Start-up checklists help operators avoid missing machine settings

Start-up checklists help new and seasoned machine operators through the start-up process without missing any machine settings. They are also good for training purposes.

What makes single rolling design peristaltic pumps the best solution when pumping abrasive slurries?

The superintendent of the water treatment plant was examining shoe designed peristaltic pumps and single rolling design peristaltic pumps. The customer was convinced that Flowrox's peristaltic pump with only one compression per 360 degree revolution will lead to at least 3-5 times longer hose life time than conventional hose pumps. After installation, the first hoses in the Flowrox pumps lasted approximately for 9 months - a great result with 11 million revolutions while pumping abrasive lime.