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Valmet Performance Center - process support agreement case study

The Valmet Performance Center is described, including how it works and actual results we have achieved with a customer while operating under a Performance Agreement.

Yankee creping problems and too many regrinds, a case study

In this case study, creping problems on a Yankee correlated with frequent regrinds. Analysis by the OEM specialist discovered misalignment, and made procedural recommendations to resolve the problems.

Increasing felt tension overcomes dryer limitation, a case study

This case study involves a paperboard mill suffering from drying limitations. The mill had added spoiler bars but had no room for extra dryer cans. The mill undertook a rebuild to increase felt tension, thus allowing a subsequent machine speedup.

The function and proper setup of size press sealing blades

Properly functioning sealing blades in a metered size press prevent air from entering the application chamber while lubricating the blade tip/applicator roll interface. Periodic checks of the blade setup are essential for a long and trouble-free blade lifetime.

Coated board reel control rebuild reduces waste, case study

A coated board mill reduced bottom waste at the reel and increased board quality, with a rebuild from pneumatic to hydraulic reel control.

These basic guidelines help optimize suction roll performance

To optimize the efficiency of and ensure the best return on a suction roll investment, mill maintenance departments should follow some basic guidelines.

Measuring fourdrinier table stock activity helps formation

On fourdrinier forming sections, stock activity on the table is necessary to improve sheet formation and drainage rate. Too much or too little turbulence causes poor formation. Forming table activity can be observed with the use of a high frequency strobe light.

Measuring wound-in tension - WIT-WOT and gap test methods

Among the most important factors determining the quality of a finished paper roll is consistent roll structure. Wound-in tension is the most important component of roll structure. The WIT-WOT and Gap Test are methods of measuring wound-in tension.

The screening process, troubleshooting, warning signs and coating

Once a screen cylinder's holes plug or its raised plating or coating is worn smooth, a host of operational problems can occur affecting runnability, capacity, pulp quality and cylinder life. There are three warning signs of excessive wear to monitor.

Headbox apron shower troubleshooting variables, and a case study

The key word in papermaking is uniformity, and the apron shower plays a primary role in maintaining this characteristic. Shower water volume, pressure and temperature are critical factors. The case study involves the three indicators of a thermal bow problem in the apron lip.