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Valmet to Supply Paper Machine Grade Conversion Rebuild for Burgo Group in Italy

The project is following Burgo Group’s plan to keep the focus on containerboard grades and to continue its diversification strategy, ranging from publishing to packaging, from printing paper to paper for corrugators.

August 27, 2018

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Burgo Group’s Verzuolo Mill in Italy. Valmet’s delivery includes a completely new Old Corrugated Containers (OCC) line and major modifications in the existing paper machine.

Valmet will supply an extensive paper machine grade conversion rebuild and a wide scope of automation for Burgo Group S.p.A. at its Verzuolo Mill in Italy. In the project, originally Valmet-supplied paper machine PM 9 and related stock preparation systems currently producing lightweight coated (LWC) paper grades, will be rebuilt to produce recycled containerboard grades. The value of the order will not be disclosed. The total value of an order of this type is typically around EUR 40-60 million.

Valmet’s delivery includes a completely new Old Corrugated Containers (OCC) line and major modifications in the existing paper machine. Also, the existing broke system and approach flow system are modified. The delivery in the existing paper machine includes a headbox rebuild, modifications to forming section, press section and pre dryer section, a new after dryer section with a high humidity hood, modifications to the size press, a continuous cooking system for surface size starch, and relocation of the existing reel.

The start-up of the rebuilt machine is scheduled for the end of 2019. All the equipment will be delivered with installation and an additional production support package after start-up. PM 9 will be producing recycled liner and fluting grades at a trim width of 9,800 mm and with a basis weight range of 70-160 g/m2. The annual capacity will be 600,000 tonnes.

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Saudi Paper Group Installs Yankee in their PM5 Tissue Machine

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Saudi Paper Group has successfully installed the Yankee for their new PM5 tissue machine, playing a vital role in the drying and creping process.

Apr 23, 2025

Saudi Paper Group has successfully installed the Yankee for their new PM5 tissue machine.  This is a crucial step in bringing this project to life.

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The Yankee dryer is a large, high-precision steel or cast iron cylinder used in the drying section of tissue machines. It plays a vital role in the drying and creping process.

Talking about the development, Mohammad Abdelghaffar, Director of Operations, Saudi Paper Group, said ”I want to extend my deepest thanks to our incredible project team whose dedication, technical expertise, and tireless efforts have brought us to this point. Your commitment is the backbone of this achievement. A sincere thank you also to our steering team for their continued support, guidance, and strategic direction throughout this journey. This is a proud moment for all of us, and a big leap forward for our mill and future production capabilities.”

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The tissue machine has been supplied by Toscotec, namely the AHEAD 2.2 tissue machine, operating at a speed of 2,100 m/min, and has an annual production capacity of over 30,000 tonnes.