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Mondi expands professional printing and converting papers portfolio from its Slovak mill

Mondi recently put a new slitting and rewinding unit into operation at its Slovak paper mill in Ružomberok. The equipment allows for an extended capacity in narrow reels thus complementing Mondi’s portfolio offering. “We want to give our customers supply security for their paper needs in folio and various reel widths and for this we needed to extend our narrow reel capacity,” explains Bernhard Cantzler, Marketing and Sales Director at Mondi Uncoated Fine Paper.

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A focus on new solutions at Müller Martini

More visitors than expected and many interesting conversations: On February 22, Müller Martini invited German customers to a Finishing Focus Day at its Print Finishing Center in Zofingen. More than 50 people were enthusiastic about Müller Martini’s latest innovations.

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BW Converting at Tissue Summit Brazil

With high pulp costs and scarcity of operator talent, Brazilian tissue converters are on a quest to boost capacity, reduce costs and simplify operations. BW Converting Solution’s Hygiene division will present its suite of next-level technologies at Tissue Summit Brazil that harness the power of automation to operate more efficiently and cost effectively, with a reduced environmental footprint.

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New Andritz line successfully produces first fibers for Pavatex, France

International technology group Andritz has delivered a second fiber production line to Pavatex, a member of Soprema Group. The line, which includes a chip handling and pressurized refining system, has now successfully produced first fibers at the insulation board production facility in Golbey, France.

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Kodak releases its 2023 Sustainability Report

At Kodak, shaping a sustainable future for the company, its customers and the planet is a top priority on the corporate agenda. This is substantiated by the release of the company’s 2023 Sustainability Report entitled “One World, One Kodak”. The report covers Kodak’s global business activities in 2022 and through to Q1 2023 and provides an overview of sustainability programs in place throughout the company and around the globe.

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Hasselblad unveils the 907X & CFV 100C

Hasselblad introduces the 907X & CFV 100C, a fusion of modular design and advanced technologies that offer three distinctly different photographic abilities, presenting the most compatible Hasselblad 100-megapixel medium format camera to date. Building on its iconic design, the 907X & CFV 100C has been upgraded with a new 100-megapixel back-illuminated sensor, doubling the resolution of its predecessor, the 907X & CFV II 50C.

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Toscotec to replace Yankee and steam plant at Papeco in France

French tissue manufacturer Papeteries du Cotentin (Papeco), purchased a TT SYD Steel Yankee Dryer and a complete high-performance steam and condensate plant from Toscotec to fully replace their existing cast iron dryer and steam system on PM3 at their Orval sur Sienne mill in Normandy. The project includes modifications to the machine for the new steam system and it is planned for start-up in the third quarter of 2024.

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SCA to increase kraftliner prices by €80 per tonne

SCA increases the prices on white and brown kraftliner in Europe by €80 per tonne. The new price is valid from April 1, 2024.

“We see an improved and solid demand in the market for kraftliner with a good balance in the supply chain. The continued cost pressure is evident and must be managed to safeguard stable supply of sustainable kraftliner,” says Mikael Frölander, Vice President Marketing and Sales at SCA Containerboard.

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Mondi: Collaboration makes release liner production waste more circular

Mondi has improved the circularity of material flows in two release liner production sites in Germany and the Netherlands. 95% of the production waste is now used as secondary raw material for other industries, thanks to its strategic partnerships. By collaborating closely with industry stakeholders along the value chain, Mondi has tackled the siliconised and coated paper waste produced at its release liner plants in Jülich, Germany, and Heerlen, Netherlands. It is now repulped and valorised as secondary raw material in a range of other applications.

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Rebranding Light radiates dynamism and transparency

New look, same passion. After a rebranding light, Ferag is confidently presenting itself as what it has long been: one of the global market players in the development, design and integration of material flow systems for a wide range of industrial applications. The new style captures the company's DNA in a dynamic way, redefining the image of the Swiss family business with a sharpened style that reflects its passion, joy and clear personality.

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ERA welcomes Rossini SpA as a new member

The European Rotogravure Association (ERA) is delighted to announce the addition of Rossini SpA to its prestigious network. Rossini SpA, recognized for its expertise in the production of rotogravure and flexographic printing solutions, emphasizes its commitment to innovation and quality in the industry. Since its establishment in 1928, the company has secured a leading position through the development of patented products like the Speedwell Sleeve and Carbon Fiber Carrier, demonstrating its innovative approach.

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Voith boosts production quality and efficiency on Weig's BM 6 in Mayen with OnQuality

Board manufacturer Weig is relying on Voith's technology expertise to upgrade its BM 6 at the Mayen mill in Germany to stabilize production quality. Voith is not only supplying an intelligent quality control system (QCS) consisting of scanners, actuators and controls but will also ensure seamless integration into a PCS7 environment.

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