Finland-based Valmet has secured an order from Sun Paper to supply a complete board production line, along with automation systems and life cycle support, for the company’s mill in Nanning, China.
According to Valmet, the installation is intended to expand Sun Paper’s containerboard output while supporting “energy- and resource-efficient” operation.
Commissioning of the line is planned for late 2027.
According to Valmet, the combination of advanced technologies, automation and life cycle services is designed to enable dependable, high-volume production of kraft and testliner while helping the machine achieve its efficiency objectives.
The scope of supply covers an entire board machine, extending from headboxes through to winders, and incorporates several technologies described as distinctive in the region.
Among the featured systems is the Sleeve roll technology, aimed at improving dewatering efficiency in the forming section.
The technology relies on forming fabric compression to promote smarter energy use.
The company further said the dryer section of the board machine will use a new compact geometry intended to deliver efficient board drying together with strong runnability systems.
Production reliability, capacity goals and roll quality will be backed by the inclusion of two winders.
The agreement further covers services intended to support a steady production base and long-term life cycle performance for the board machine.
These services include spare parts, digital services and paper machine clothing.
The order also provides for upgrades to other machinery already in operation at the customer’s facilities.
Sun Paper vice-general manager and chief engineer Ying Guangdong said: “The high-capacity machine concept and the selected advanced technologies support our targets for energy-efficient and stable production. We expect these solutions to deliver strong performance while reducing energy consumption and ensuring our capacity goals.”
Last month, Valmet launched its 3D Fiber technology, expanding the company’s offering in the moulded fibre packaging market. The system is designed to produce lightweight but rigid items from cellulose fibres such as trays, plates and food packaging.
“Valmet lands Sun Paper board line order in China” was originally created and published by Packaging Gateway, a GlobalData owned brand.
