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Paper Technology International 2023 - Flipbook - Page 90

PAPERTECHNOLOGYINTERNATIONAL
Metsä Greaseproof Papers GmbH Düren saves water and energy at the mill - Paper Technology International 2023 -
About Metsä Greaseproof Papers, Düren
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PM5 paper machine making grease-resistant papers
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Global sales to over 60 countries,
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PEFC and FSC certified fibers from sister company in Finland, supplemented with PEFC/FSC pulp from other sources
Mill history with AFT
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Mechanical turnkey retrofit POM system, cleaning plant, engineering, installation, and start-up, combining with existing piping
and equipment.
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POMp430 Degasser & Flexible Cascade cleaning system
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Spare POMp degasser, including basic engineering
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Finebar refiner plates, custom-designed for small units
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AFT cylinders and rotors for the headbox screen
As Godesberg puts it, “When you minimize circulation
in stock preparation, you also reduce the amount of chemicals
you need. You also have better control over fiber and your ability
to improve performance in the sheet. Combined with optimized
refining, we reach our targets for very smooth surfaces. The
smoother the sheet, the better the product functionality for our
customers. Installing the initial POM unit effectively impacted the
mills production processes. “
Rapid ROI
Says Uwe Sonntag, AFT representative with Petax GmbH,
“Everything about the AFT POM systems is small, except for the
savings and increased output. Small investment. Small footprint.
Reduction of time to change grades. Lower chemical usage. Less
energy consumption. When we deliver a rapid ROI, and ongoing
efficiency, we know we are making a difference that’s highly valued.”
The right team
Godesberg stresses the importance of finding the right
partners for projects, both short and long term. “What is good
service? First of all, it’s equipment that requires little service.
Second, when you need help you can be assured it is achievable
right away.” Working together, Petax and AFT provide the fast
response and knowledge on matters. “Our relationship is all about
making our process more efficient, meeting and exceeding customer
expectations.”
Continues Barth, “Flexibility of ideas is what the best
relationships are about. Sometimes figuring out how to overcome
small bottlenecks opens the way for much bigger advances. That’s
our criteria for a lasting relationship. Our team excels because
we have a clear vision. This allows everyone to seek targets with
precision. With AFT, we have the confidence to keep or modify
existing equipment while upgrading with strategic high-performance
new equipment. Our decade-long relationship is based on truly
cooperative decision making.”
Concludes Godesberg, “AFT will support us in the upcoming
projects, even outside the scope of what they supply, as they
understand us well and our commitment to innovations and quality.”
Figure 3: Notes Tim Godesberg, “Our management team
seeks return on investment. AFT provided this with their POM
system, allowing for easier grade changes and consistent
quality.“
AFT is a global supplier specialized in stock preparation, screening, refining and paper machine approach flow systems. With over
100 years of experience, they offer solutions tailored to the customer’s furnish, mill process, and end product being produced in
order to optimize the return on investment. For more on AFT technologies, visit https://aft-global.com
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