Sappi Announces $2.5 Million Coater Rebuild at Westbrook Mill
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Sappi Fine Paper North America (SFPNA), Boston, Mass., USA, this week announced the approval for its $2.5 million capital project to rebuild a specialty paper coater at its Westbrook Mill in Westbrook, Maine. The investment includes an upgrade in the web handling, coating, and drying capabilities of the No. 20 coater.
Sappi notes that, "bringing expanded manufacturing capacity, and delivering higher yield, this upgrade allows our Release business to sustain market leadership with its Classics product line into the next decade."
"This is tremendous news for Westbrook Mill," said Donna Cassese, managing director, Westbrook Mill, SFPNA. "Over the past few years, we have made significant gains in safety, yield, equipment reliability, and productivity, all of which have strengthened our market position globally. These accomplishments helped set the stage for the decision to invest in our Classics line."
The Westbrook Mill makes specialized release papers. The Classics line is used to provide the textures and patterns for synthetic fabrics used in automobiles, fashionable footwear, and apparel as well as decorative laminate surfaces found in flooring, kitchens, and baths.
This project will also contribute to Sappi's commitment to sustainability as the improvements will allow for use of a wider range of raw materials and improve energy efficiency. The re-build is anticipated to be completed by this May.
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