Valmet PM conversion and rebuild for Model Paper

Valmet has confirmed it will supply an extensive paper machine grade conversion rebuild with an automation package to Model Paper at its mill in Eilenburg, Germany. In the project, the paper machine, which currently produces newsprint grades, will be rebuilt to produce lightweight, recycled containerboard grades. The start-up is scheduled for the beginning of 2024.

“The converted machine will focus on the production of lighter grammages and will therefore meet the customers’ demands in the future. The containerboard production volume of Model Group will be more than doubled after the successful conversion. We trust Valmet’s technology to fulfil our goals,” says Jürgen Lemke, COO, Paper Unit, Model Group.

“This is again an interesting project for Valmet in Europe. The technology and references we presented to Model Group were well-suited. The production line has many technical highlights: a new linear double shoe press to improve machine runnability and end-product quality, and the extremely high-capacity winder and Valmet DNA Automation system for the whole machine line will ensure that the delivery meets Model’s goals,” says Tobias Hain, Senior Sales Manager, Valmet.

The 10,050-mm wide PM will produce fluting and testliner with a basis weight range of 70 –120 gsm. The design speed of the new parts will be 2,000 m/min with a daily capacity of approximately 2,000 tonnes.