Under this strategic alliance, JMC Paper Tech and Kawanoe Zoki will jointly develop machinery solutions that integrate Kawanoe’s advanced suction former technology with JMC’s local engineering.
Oct 28, 2025
JMC Paper Tech Pvt Ltd has announced a new technical tie-up with Kawanoe Zoki Co., Ltd. of Japan to collaborate on the design, manufacture, and supply of advanced tissue machines employing suction former technology for the Indian tissue and paper industry.
Under this strategic alliance, JMC Paper Tech and Kawanoe Zoki will jointly develop machinery solutions that integrate Kawanoe’s advanced suction former technology with JMC’s local engineering, project management, and after-sales capabilities. The alliance aims to bring global standards of quality, efficiency, and reliability to tissue makers in India by localizing the supply chain, reducing cost, and shortening delivery lead times.
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The partnership will cover:
Design & Engineering: Joint development of machine layouts, forming sections, dry sections, control systems, and energy optimization.
Manufacturing & Fabrication: Key components produced either in Kawanoe’s Japanese facilities or via designated JMC manufacturing units under license.
Installation & Commissioning: On-site setup support, performance tuning, and technical training
After-sales Service & Spare Parts: A shared framework for parts supply and field service across Indian installations.
Kawanoe Zoki has long been a recognized leader in specialty paper machinery, including advanced tissue machine lines such as the Best Former Yankee series and machines incorporating suction/dewatering principles. Kawanoe’s products are high-quality, made in Japan, and they have a track record of over 240 machines installed among many different countries.
India’s tissue and paper sector is undergoing rapid growth, driven by rising hygiene awareness, increasing per capital consumption, and expansion of organized retail. Local machine supply and technology development are key to lowering costs and ensuring competitive capability. With JMC’s on-ground presence in India, combined with Kawanoe’s technical prowess, this tie-up is well-positioned to cater to both greenfield projects and modernization upgrades across India.
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“By aligning with a world-class machinery provider like Kawanoe Zoki, JMC Paper Tech reaffirms its commitment to bringing global technology to Indian tissue manufacturers,” said Mr. Sneh Patel, Chief Operating Officer, JMC Paper Tech. “This tie-up will enable our clients to access better speed, energy efficiency, and reliability while benefiting from our local support network.”
Shungo Yokouchi, Sales Executive, Kawanoe Zoki also remarked, “We are excited to partner with JMC Paper Tech to expand our Best Former technology into the Indian market, combining our engineering expertise with JMC’s strong local presence.”
