Domtar Converting Fine Paper Machine to Fluff Pulp

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Domtar Corp., Montreal, Que., Canada, will rebuild its existing fine paper machine at Plymouth, N.C., USA, for fluff pulp production. The rebuild project, to be handled by Metso, will be completed in the fourth quarter. The cost of the project was not disclosed. However, according to Metso, the value of these types of rebuilds ranges from EUR 15 to 25 million, depending on the scope of the delivery.

Metso's delivery will include a new wet end and a rebuild of the finishing equipment needed for fluff pulp production. The scope of supply includes a new wire section, a headbox equipped with a profiling system, a steambox, a new press section, and dryer modifications (including a new hood as well as reel and winder rebuilds).

Domtar is the largest integrated manufacturer and marketer of uncoated free sheet paper in North America and the second largest in the world based on production capacity, and is also a manufacturer of paper grade, fluff, and specialty pulp. The company employs nearly 10,500 people.