Sappi has recently started producing label papers at its flagship site in Gratkorn, further expanding its capacity in this field. The ultra-modern site in Gratkorn is one of the largest paper mills in Europe.
With the portfolio expansion, Sappi will meet customer demands for base papers for non-wet-strength wet-glue and self-adhesive labels and keep pace with market growth. With more than 400 years of experience in paper production, the site in Gratkorn is renowned for high-quality, multi-coated fine papers used for graphical applications.
Traditionally, label papers are produced in Alfeld, Germany, and Carmignano, Italy, as well as in the USA at Somerset mill, and Gratkorn now represents the perfect addition. With modern production facilities, from paper machines to finishing technology, as well as extensive expertise in the production of coated papers, the site has everything in place to ensure top-class products. Available capacity is being expanded gradually to include the production of Parade Label papers alongside existing graphical grades.
New products in the pipeline
The site in Gratkorn offers another benefit. The higher production capacity will enable the innovation leader Sappi to further expand its portfolio of label papers and open up new segments. This was previously not possible due to limited capacity at the existing locations.
The integrated plant in Gratkorn is one of the largest and most modern paper mills in Europe. In 2014, the paper machine for coated grades was upgraded to the very latest technology, while in 2015, parts of the recovery boiler were renovated and the recovery system was completed. The surrounding area has enjoyed less noise and lower SO2 emissions since then.
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