Industria
Valmet to supply a major paper machine rebuild to Sylvamo in North America
The order was included in Valmet's orders received of the first quarter 2025. The value of the order will not be disclosed.
"Our investment with Valmet underscores our commitment to uncoated freesheet and strengthening our low-cost assets. Eastover is one of the most competitive paper mills in the world and an essential part of our future. This modernization will ensure it remains at the forefront of technological innovation for years to come," says , Senior Vice President, Operational Excellence, Sylvamo.
"Valmet is excited to continue the partnership with Sylvamo by assisting them at Eastover to invest in high-return projects such as this one. This project will significantly reduce Sylvamo's costs and enhance their capabilities. It is great to collaborate with a customer that believes in investing in their already low-cost assets," says , Corporate Account Manager, North America , Valmet.
The paper machine rebuild order will include a new OptiFlo Gap headbox, a rebuild of the forming section with OptiFormer Gap forming with shoe and blade technology, and enhancements to stock preparation and various other sections of the machine.
The rebuild is supported by Valmet Industrial Internet solutions, such as connectivity and on-demand remote expert support from Valmet Performance Center, as well as paper machine clothing and spare parts packages. Automation solutions, including the Valmet IQ Steam Profiler, IQ Dilution Profiler, and an extension to the existing Valmet DNA Machine Monitoring system, will also be delivered.
The 9,450 mm-wide (wire) (372 inches) paper machine will produce fine paper grades.
Sylvamo is a global paper company with mills in Europe , Latin America , and North America . Their vision is to be the employer, supplier, and investment of choice. They transform renewable resources into papers that people depend on for education, communication, and entertainment. Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee , Sylvamo employs more than 6,500 colleagues. The company's net sales for 2024 were $3.8 billion .
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Petri Rasinmäki, President, Paper business line, Valmet, tel. +358 40 042 8422
David Nelson , Vice President, Sales and Marketing,
North America , Valmet, tel. +1 608 346 6160
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