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July, 2009

New sensor measures formation in multi-layer machines

New sensor measures formation in multi-layer machines

Voith Paper Automation developed a new sensor called OnV FlocSpotter that is able to mwasure formation directly in a wire section. formation is crucial to quality in the paper manufacturing process. It is decisive for the uniformity of the paper... (Continue reading)

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New technology for reliable web break detection

New technology for reliable web break detection

It's no secret that the web break detectors available in the market today do not function 100% reliably in single-tier dryer sections. They cause problems, e.g., if there is too little color contrast between the paper web and the dryer... (Continue reading)

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Four rolls in one go

Four rolls in one go

Demag Cranes & Components has introduced a new grab for handling packed rolls of paper. It enables both single items as well as sets of up to four rolls of paper with a total weight of 6 tons to be... (Continue reading)

30 TPD Tissue Plant in Kathua, J&K

Durga Paper Mill is putting up a 30 TPD Tissue Plant in Kathua, Jammu & Kashmir. The machine is principally from Germany nad is capable of producing both soft and hard tissue. The machine has a production speed of 600... (Continue reading)

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Improving turn-up efficiency at Cartiere del Garda

Improving turn-up efficiency at Cartiere del Garda

In a recent upgrade, the Cartiere del Garda mill successfully replaced a conventional tape turn-up device with Metso's WaterJet turn-up system. Cuts performed using WaterJet are clean and precise, which ensures an excellent base from the very first spool wrap.... (Continue reading)

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Rendezvous with N. Gopalaratnam

Rendezvous with N. Gopalaratnam

In continuation of our first feature on ‘Rendezvous with Paper People’ (with Harshpati Singhania), we have interviewed the intrepid Mr. N. Gopalaratnam. Technical guru and leader to the paper industry, Mr. Gopalaratnam carries on the luminous legacy of Late Shri... (Continue reading)

Zhanjiang Chenming to acquire world’s largest fine paper line

Metso has signed a contract with the Chinese Zhanjiang Chenming Pulp & Paper Co., Ltd., for the supply of the world’s largest fine paper production line to the company’s greenfield pulp and paper mill in Zhanjiang, Guangdong province, China. The... (Continue reading)

New technology for ceramic PressJade center roll coatings

New technology for ceramic PressJade center roll coatings

Metso new press section coating family, PressJade, consists of PressJade D, PressJade W and PressJade F ceramic coatings that are engineered for specific paper and board grades. The novel nanomaterials technology behind the new PressJade family improves the long-term runnability... (Continue reading)

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AquaFlow and SolarFlow – Dewatering in a new dimension

AquaFlow and SolarFlow - Dewatering in a new dimension

Efficient dewatering - this is the task of press sections in paper machines. To ensure this Voith Paper developed the new polyurethane suction roll covers AquaFlow and SolarFlow. With the help of an innovative bonding system they achieve highest dry... (Continue reading)

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Metso supplied tissue machine to Fook Woo starts up in China

Metso supplied tissue machine to Fook Woo starts up in China

The Metso-supplied Advantage DCT 60 tissue machine to the Fook Woo Group of Hong Kong and China came successfully on stream in Huizhou, Guangdong province, China, as planned on May 25, 2009. The machine is the first of two Advantage... (Continue reading)

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