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Emtec at ABTCP 2024 in Sao Paulo
The German developer, producer and distributor of innovative paper testing technologies will be present at the International Pulp and Paper Congress and Exhibition ABTCP 2024 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, from October 1 to 3. emtec Electronic will showcase its wet-end control solutions and the objective softness-detecting TSA Tactile Sensation Analyzer.
Andritz starts up new DD-Washer for Hyogo Pulp Industries, Japan
International technology group Andritz has successfully started up a new DD-Washer drum displacer washer at the Tanigawa pulp mill of Hyogo Pulp Industries Ltd, a leading Japanese unbleached kraft pulp producer. The installation of the new DD-Washer is a key upgrade to the mill’s high-kappa brown stock washing line.
Pilot customer Smurfit Westrock saves significant amounts of CO2 with Voith's new HighPerformance Press
The installation of the HighPerformance Press in the press section of Smurfit Westrock Roermond Papier's PM 1 represents a milestone in the development of the product. After a rebuild time of only 38 hours and a smooth start-up, production was fully ramped up again.
Mondi exceeds 95% certified base paper for release liners and extrusion solutions
Mondi has switched more than 95% of its range of release liners and extrusion solutions to PEFC and FSC™ * certified base paper sources. This is a further step towards responsible sourcing and transparency in the supply chain and also reflects Mondi’s ongoing commitment to develop solutions that are sustainable by design and support customers in achieving their sustainability goals.
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Drewsen Spezialpapiere at Fachpack 2024
Drewsen Spezialpapiere will once again be exhibiting at this year's Fachpack 2024 in Nuremberg (Hall 3A | Stand 404) as an innovative supplier and development partner for sustainable paper solutions. With a strong commitment to environmentally friendly and high-quality packaging, Drewsen Spezialpapiere is sending a strong signal for the future of the packaging industry.
Andritz to supply Yankee Eco Steam System to Essity, England
International technology group Andritz has received an order from global hygiene and health company Essity to deliver a PrimeDry YES (Yankee Eco Steam System) for a tissue machine at its mill in Stubbins, England. Start-up is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2024.
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Toscotec to showcase digital innovations at MIAC 2024
Toscotec will present innovations of the tissuemaking process including digital technologies at MIAC 2024 from 9th to 11th October in Lucca, Italy.
Andritz to supply world’s first fiberboard recycling line to Sonae Arauco, Portugal
International technology group Andritz has received an order to supply a dry fiberboard recycling line to Sonae Arauco’s mill in Mangualde, Portugal. The line will recycle end-of-life fiberboards back into valuable fibers as new raw material for fiberboard production. It will be the first industrial-scale fiberboard recycling line in the world. Start-up of the recycling line is scheduled for the second quarter of 2025.
UPM Raflatac's pressure sensitive labels earn first-ever APR Certification for Recyclability on natural HDPE
UPM Raflatac, a global supplier of sustainable self-adhesive paper and film products, has recently earned APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition for its clear and white polypropylene (PP) labels with hotmelt, UPM Raflatac SmartCircleTM wash-off adhesive, and general-purpose acrylic adhesives.
Andritz acquires analyzer and measurement company PulpEye
International technology group Andritz has acquired the Swedish analyzer and measurement technology company PulpEye. The acquisition complements Andritz’s capabilities by adding the core pulp quality analyzers and measurements into the group’s automation and digitalization portfolio.
ABTCP 2024 presents an event program aligned with the needs of the planted tree sector
Registrations are now open for ABTCP 2024 — the 56th Pulp and Paper International Congress and Exhibition, an in-person event that will be held October 1-3 at the Expo Transamérica in São Paulo (SP). The event, which brings together all links in the forest-based industry’s production chain, stands as a unique updating opportunity, not only for researchers and professionals already working in the sector but also for students from various fields.
Svenska Aerogel to launch Quartzene® Z-Slurry product
Svenska Aerogel is proud to announce the launch of their latest product, Quartzene® Z-Slurry. This aqueous aerogel suspension is easily processed and pumpable, enhancing thermal insulation, improving fire safety, and reducing the weight of end products. It offers significant advantages for paint manufacturers as well as producers of fibrous products. Quartzene® Z-Slurry is now available for purchase across Europe.
