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  • Valmet QCS to Boost Efficiency at Papeterie Le Bourray

    Valmet QCS to Boost Efficiency at Papeterie Le Bourray

    Valmet has received an order to deliver a complete Valmet IQ Quality Control System to Papeterie Le Bourray, a global leader in recycled tissue paper, for its new production line in France.

    The solution will help ensure superior product quality, enhance process stability, and achieve significant savings in raw materials and energy, supporting the company’s commitment to operational efficiency and sustainability.

    Partnering with Valmet ensures consistency across our lines. This simplifies maintenance, optimizes spare parts management, and strengthens team expertise, ultimately lowering total cost of ownership and improving long-term efficiency. The proven reliability and performance of Valmet’s QCS solution give us confidence in meeting our quality and productivity targets while securing a future-ready platform.” says Davy Haran, Continuous Improvement and Project Manager at Papeterie Le Bourray.

    “They are proud to support Papeterie Le Bourray in their strategic journey toward greater standardization and operational excellence. Our advanced Quality Control System (QCS) technology delivers precise measurements, enhanced process stability, and seamless integration with existing systems. By combining innovation with comprehensive lifecycle support, we help our customer achieve consistent product quality and long-term efficiency.” says Eric Butreau, Solution Sales Manager, Automation Solutions, Valmet.

  • Yunda system enables first successful paper run at Jiangxi PM5

    Yunda system enables first successful paper run at Jiangxi PM5

    The PM5 specialty paper project of Jiangxi Zhenguan Eco-Degradable New Materials Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as Jiangxi Zhenguan) was successfully commissioned and achieved first paper on the reel.

    The project mainly produces glassine paper

    • Paper machine trim width: 3,420 mm
    • Design speed: 800 m/min

    Yunda supplied a one-stop stock preparation solution covering the entire process from raw material handling to approach flow. The main scope of supply included:

    • Softwood pulp handling system
    • Hardwood pulp handling system
    • Broke handling system
    • Approach flow system
    • Agitators and auxiliary equipment

    The successful commissioning of the PM4 specialty paper project with an annual capacity of 100,000 tons, Yunda once again partnered with Jiangxi Zhenguan to achieve the smooth start-up of PM5.

    During project execution, Yunda provided full-process, robust support; internally enforcing strict design standards and ensuring on-time delivery; externally strengthening on-site service and accelerating commissioning.

    The project was delivered efficiently, helping Jiangxi Zhenguan optimize costs and further consolidate its green, low-carbon, and sustainable development strategy.

    The successful commissioning of PM5 marks another important milestone in the deepened cooperation between the two parties. The new production line will further expand collaboration and inject continuous momentum into industrial synergy and high-quality industry development.

    Yunda will continue to support Jiangxi Zhenguan’s green capacity upgrades with reliable, efficient, and energy-saving equipment.

  • Saica and Voith set standards in paper production

    Saica and Voith set standards in paper production

    Saica Group and Voith will celebrate 25 years of the PM 9 production line at Saica in El Burgo de Ebro, Zaragoza, Spain. The board and packaging machine is regarded as a true benchmark and leader in terms of operational efficiency and product quality.
    PM 9 started up on October 12, 2000. The production line was designed to meet Saica’s goal of producing a basis weight range of 75 to 110 g/m2 with operational speeds from 975 to 1,450 m/min and a production capacity of 350,000 tons per year. These speeds were totally unknown in those times for board and packaging grades. The line set new standards in the production of high-performance lightweight containerboard and has since reached annual production outputs well above its original design.
     
    When Saica’s board of directors decided to invest in a new facility for the production of lightweight corrugating medium grades, we knew we needed a machine that didn’t yet exist,” recalls Roberto Arnaiz, Mill Manager at Saica Paper El Burgo de Ebro. “Voith supported us from the beginning, and together we developed a facility that exceeded all our expectations.”
     
    “The PM 9 at Saica is a prime example of innovation and technical excellence,” says Ralf Sorg, President Projects at Voith Paper. “Since its commissioning, it has not only significantly increased Saica’s production capacity but also set new standards for efficiency and quality in paper production. The PM 9 is a symbol of the success of the long-standing and trusting partnership between Voith and Saica.”
     
    “The successful commissioning and smooth operation of the PM 9 are the results of long-lasting and close collaboration and high commitment from both teams,” Arnaiz continues. “We are proud that the PM 9 remains a significant element of our production line even 25 years later.”
     
    Voith and Saica have made history together and look back on a quarter-century of innovation and success. The PM 9 remains a symbol of technological excellence and partnership in the paper industry. Voith looks forward to continuing to participate in the optimization and further development of the facility in the coming years.  To mark this milestone, Saica and Voith will collaborate on an innovative project to further increase the efficiency and sustainability of the production line. The upgrade is scheduled for March 2026.