French paper manufacturer Gascogne Papier recently placed an order for the supply of a PrimeLine MG (Machine Glazed) paper production line to Gascogne’s mill located in Mimizan, France with International technology group ANDRITZ. The ANDRITZ MG line will replace three of the mill’s four paper machines. The main target of the investment is to establish a multi-grade production line, capable of producing more than 80 different grades of ribbed and unribbed paper.
March 31, 2023
France-based Gascogne Papier has placed an order with International technology group ANDRITZ for the supply of a PrimeLine MG (Machine Glazed) paper production line to Gascogne’s mill located in Mimizan, France. The ANDRITZ MG line will replace three of the mill’s four paper machines.
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With a web width of 6.8 m and a design speed of 1,300 m/min, this is the widest MG paper machine worldwide producing basis weights from 120 down to 25 gsm, based on 100% softwood unbleached kraft pulp. With a capacity of 125,000 t/a it will set a new industry benchmark with the highest capacity for uncoated MG papers. The ANDRITZ transfer-belt application closes the draw between press section and dryer section for highest efficiency at lowest basis weights and high-speed. The main target of the investment is to establish a multi-grade production line, capable of producing more than 80 different grades of ribbed and unribbed paper. The start up is scheduled for 2025.
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Dominique Coutière, CEO of Gascogne Papier explains: “Investments of that scale are a big milestone for companies in our business. The selection of the right partner is a decisive success criterion. The experience and references in the MG sector as well as the customer-orientated approach of ANDRITZ convinced us. We are really looking forward to a great partnership.”
