The initiative followed after the halt in equipment supplies from Western manufacturers. The Segezha Group and other Russian forest industry firms have turned to Chinese manufacturers or in-house solutions to maintain production.
Nov 4, 2024
Segezha Group has launched an extensive reverse engineering program to maintain and upgrade its industrial equipment at Segezha Pulp and Paper Mill, the company announced in its Telegram channel.
The initiative followed after the halt in equipment supplies from Western manufacturers after sanctions were imposed on Russia. As Western suppliers suspended operations, Segezha and other Russian forest industry firms have turned to Chinese manufacturers or in-house solutions to maintain production.
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Earlier, Segezha Group relied heavily on suppliers like Austria’s ANDRITZ and Germany’s Voith for critical machinery. Andritz had upgraded cooking plant No. 4 and other fiber line equipment, while Voith installed paper machine No. 11 at Segezha’s facility.
Since sanctions were introduced, Segezha Group has begun using reverse engineering. The company has also been involved in 3D scanning and digital modeling of machinery components—to replicate or improve parts that are no longer available. According to Segezha Group, digital twins, created through laser scanning, will facilitate the precise manufacturing of these parts. This approach aims to enhance production stability and further minimize dependence on foreign suppliers.
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The company plans to accelerate its import substitution strategy in 2024-25, targeting the replacement of key components such as press rolls and seals, as well as conducting repairs on the headbox of PM-9.
