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Shandong Chenming Starts up New Coated Paper Line in China

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Shouguang MeiLun Paper Co., Shouguang, Shandong province in China, has successfully started up its Metso-supplied coated fine paper line PM 6. The new machine includes a complete OptiConcept papermaking line from headbox to reel, as well as two winders. It produces double-coated woodfree paper within the basis weight range of 70-128 gsm.

The annual maximum production capacity of the 11.15-m-wide (wire) line is around 800,000 metric tons and the design speed is 2,000 m/min. The papermaking line has been equipped with the latest Metso technology, including an OptiFormer SB forming section, OptiFlo Pro headbox, and OptiDry Twin drying technology.

Shouguang MeiLun Paper is part of Shandong Chenming Paper Holdings Limited, one of the biggest paper producers in China. The group is made up of more than 10 subsidiaries with a production capacity of 4 million metric tpy.

 

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