Portuguese tissue manufacturer Renova has produced its first jumbo roll on the first Valmet Advantage NTT tissue line in Europe. The Renova 2 mill, near Torres Novas, Portugal, will utilize the flexibility of the hybrid machine to produce both plain and textured tissue for its typical tissue products in bold colors.

"We are welcoming the production of a new generation of appealing paper on our new PM 7. Now we are eager to discover what we can achieve with the combination of Renova's proactive approach to innovation and Valmet's sustainable Advantage NTT technology. We believe its flexibility can provide us with endless possibilities to produce specially designed textured tissue products," said Paulo Pereira da Silva, Renova CEO.

 

 

"It's been an exciting project and we are happy to support Renova in taking its tissue products to the next level. Advantage NTT technology is recognized as providing great opportunities to develop premium products with very high softness. We are excited to follow Renova's journey forward," said Jan Erikson, VP Tissue Sales, Valmet. 

The new tissue machine has a design speed of 1,800 m/min. in textured mode and 2,000 m/min. in plain mode. The production line is optimized to save energy and fiber, as well as to add the possibility for product differentiation and increase the capacity for premium-quality products. 

Valmet's scope of delivery included a complete tissue production line, with an Advantage NTT tissue machine, an OptiFlo headbox, and a cast alloy yankee cylinder. It also features Advantage tissue technology, including an AirCap hood with a WetDust system. The delivery also included basic and detailed mill engineering, complete stock preparation, process, and a Valmet DNA Automation system. 

Renova is a European brand of high quality and innovative products. Available in more than 60 countries, it offers colorful designs and new functional solutions through stylish and environmental friendly tissue consumer products.