Weekly Spotlight
Runtech Delivers Two RunEco Vacuum Systems to WEPA Italia

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Thursday, March 23, 2023 - Member
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Runtech Systems rebuilds vacuum systems at WEPA Italia SRL in Italy. The delivery includes RunEco vacuum systems for two tissue machines, Porcari TM16 and Cassino TM13.
 
ANDRITZ Completes Major Rebuild of High-Performance Board Machine for MM Board & Paper, Austria
MM Board & Paper, Austria, has successfully re-started its KM3 board machine at the Frohnleiten mill after ANDRITZ completed a major rebuild. The rebuild included several upgrade measures to improve the machine’s performance in line with the customer’s targets.
 
In-Place Machining Company Acquires Western Machine Works
In-Place Machine Company (IPM) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Western Machine Works (WMW) as part of a long-term growth strategy to expand reach and service offerings to customers and prospects across the U.S. and Canada.
 
Beat the Heat: TL-Series Bearings from NSK.
NSK Americas®
Under the high temperatures and thermal stresses of dryer rolls in paper making machines, conventional bearings can experience cracking damage and fail prematurely. NSK’s Tough and Long Life (TL) Spherical Roller Bearings dramatically increase MTBF and significantly reduce maintenance costs and machine downtime.
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From The Experts
Newly Released ABB Survey Finds Rising Energy Costs are Severely Impacting Businesses Worldwide
Research shows that businesses around the world remain concerned about the impacts of energy security and prices, which could be a catalyst for a range of environmental, social and economic ripple effects.
 
Lubrizol, Inc.
Market Roundup
AF&PA Releases February 2023 Printing-Writing Monthly Report
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its February 2023 Printing-Writing Monthly report.
 
Mayr-Melnhof CEO Says Group Overall Had Strong Results in 2022
Mayr-Melnhof Group (MM Group) CEO, Peter Oswald, provided the following comments about the Group's 2022 and fourth quarter results:
 
Merichem Company
Pulp & Paper
ProJet Successfully Starts Up Power Cleaners, type 2.0 at Keryas Paper, Oman
ProJet has successfully started up two (2) Cleaners at Keryas Paper, Oman. PM1 produces Packaging Grades, using 100% OCC. OCC is known for its extreme contamination on the 1st and 2nd Dryer Sections.
 
Andritz to Supply Energy-Saving Mechanical Pulping Line to Hubei Xianhe New Materials
Andritz has received an order from Hubei Xianhe New Materials Co., Ltd. to supply a chemi-thermomechanical pulping line with a capacity of 350 admt/d for its mill in Jingzhou City, Hubei Province, China.
 
UPG Unified Purchasing Group
Containerboard/Packaging
Composite Paper Cans Market Picks Up Momentum
The paper chase continues across many packaging types including composite paper cans, a market that’s expected to rise at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8% from 2023 to 2033 versus a 2.4% CAGR from 2016 to 2022.
 
COLINES and TotalEnergies Partner to Create Unlaminated Recyclable Packaging
Currently the market reference is composed of a multimaterial film, resulting to non-recyclable packaging. The partners have developed a full PE recyclable Unlaminated Stand-Up Pouch, allowing to decrease the packaging thickness.
 
Optimize Your Starch Cooking Capabilities
Hydro-Thermal Corp®
Starch cooking is a vital component in successful paper production. Hydro-Thermal’s original Jetcooker™ ensures that producers have a reliable supply of consistently cooked starch for improving wet end sheet strength, size press surface properties, and overall coating quality.  Learn more about how Hydro-Thermal is the right pick in Starch Makedown, Starch Cooking, and Cooked Starch Handling.
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New Products
Andritz Launches New Type of Drying Hood for Increased Tissue Production
Andritz has introduced a new type of drying hood with electric heating that helps tissue machine operators replace fossil fuel, thus avoiding carbon emissions and progressing towards their sustainability goals.
 
New Product Area to Strengthen Södra’s Energy and Chemicals Business
The energy and chemicals business plays a key role in Södra’s strategy and is an area that will grow and further contribute to a fossil-free future. As a result, the Södra Bioproducts product area is now being formed to further strengthen the customer offering through a more coherent business structure and sales.
 
Amtech Software
Sustainability
Innovative Pulping Concept from Voith Ensures Significant Reduction of Energy Demand and CO2 Emissions at Palm
As part of the sustainability program "Papermaking for Life," Voith has set the goal of supporting a 90 percent recycling rate by 2030 through new fiber streams and an optimized recycling process.
 
Cepi Says EC's Net Zero Industry Act Sends Some Positive Signs for Manufacturers
A legislative package proposed today by the European Commission has been presented as a way to avoid an exodus of EU industries. While it falls short on measures aiming to reduce the industry's dependence on fossils, it sends some positive signs to manufacturers turning towards a circular bioeconomy model.
 
Kadant Releases its 2022 Corporate Sustainability Report
Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) released its 2022 corporate sustainability report, which can be viewed at www.kadant.com/about-us/sustainability.
 
All Koehler Paper Fast-Food Barrier Paper Now Free from Acrylates
The products Koehler NexPlus® OGR and Koehler NexPlus® Wrap now not only do without the use of fluorochemicals, but also without the use of acrylate.
 
Keit Spectrometers
Prevent Costly Wear in Rotary Kilns & Dryers
Lubrication Engineers®
High-quality, easy-to-apply melting lube bars placed between rotary kiln and dryer components will extend filler bar, shell and refractory life; reduce friction, wear, scoring and weld fractures; and fill microscopic imperfections. LE’s Easy Bar with Almasol has an auto-ignition point of 538°C (1,000°F) – the highest of any lubricant bar in the market – ensuring worker safety with no flame-ups.
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People
TAPPI Selects Fellows and Outstanding Young Professionals for 2023
Recognizing extraordinary contributors and emerging leaders.
 
Clearwater Paper Announces Departure of Chief Financial Officer
Clearwater Paper announced the planned departure of Michael Murphy as senior vice president and chief financial officer.
 
Mativ Names Greg Weitzel as New Chief Financial Officer
Mativ Holdings, Inc. announced that Greg Weitzel will succeed Andrew Wamser as global chief financial officer. Weitzel will assume the leadership of the company's global financial capabilities and services on April 2, 2023 from Wamser, who will depart the company on April 1, 2023.
 
Mark Cooper Appointed Regional Sales Leader
Rusken Packaging is excited to announce the promotion of Mark Cooper. Mark began his career with Rusken during the acquisition of D & D Packaging in 2022, where he served as VP of Sales since 2016, then as General Manager (GM) beginning in 2021. 
 
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Breaking Down Barriers Isn’t Just About Communication
Customers want alternatives to PFAs. Are you ready to accept the challenge? If so, attend TAPPICon 2023 for innovative solutions.
 
Put Your Organization Front and Center of TAPPI Nano 2023 Attendees
Limited sponsorship opportunities available; Secure yours today before they are gone!
 
Almost Time to Explore the Importance of an Optimized Approach Flow Screening
Register today for the Approach Flow Screening – Impact on Capacity, Stock Cleanliness, Fiber and Energy Savings and PM Runnability webinar, Wednesday, March 29 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (ET).
 
Want to Learn About Advanced Inline TDS Measurement Technology for Brown Stock Washing Optimization with Advanced Process Control?
Register today for the “Advanced Inline TDS Measurement Technology for Brown Stock Washing Optimization with Advanced Process Control” webinar held Tuesday, April 4th 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (ET).
 
Panelists Announced for TAPPI’s Women’s Summit 2023
Curious how other professionals in the industry have dealt with gender discrimination? Hear from industry leaders as they share their diverse experiences in the workplace at TAPPI’s Women’s Summit 2023.
 
Pulp and Paper Safety Professionals: You’re Invited to Attend
Get early access to the best rates for PPSA’s 79th Annual Safety and Health Conference.
 
TAPPI Industry Career Center: RYAM Seeks a Senior Scientist
RYAM is looking for applications to fill the position of Senior Scientist in Jesup, GA. Are you interested? If so, apply today.
 
 
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