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Voith mourns the passing of Hans Müller
The Voith Group mourns the loss of its former member of the Corporate Board of Management, Mr. Hans Müller. Müller passed away on March 20, 2024 at the age of 82.
Sappi Europe announces a further price increase for Coated and Uncoated Fine papers
Prices for Coated and Uncoated Fine papers were increased during January and February but not to the levels necessary to maintain a viable business. Cost levels, particularly for pulp and transport have continued to increase heavily and are expected to escalate further in the coming months. Accordingly, Sappi will renew price negotiations to reach the level of min. 10% originally announced, with implementation latest by 1 May 2024.
Andritz to supply high-temperature Yankee hood and air system to Northwood Tissue, England
International technology group Andritz has received a turn-key order from Northwood Tissue Ltd. to supply a new PrimeDry Hood and an air system for a tissue machine rebuild at the mill in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England. Start-up is planned for the third quarter of 2024.
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Heidelberg at drupa
The printing sector is facing a combination of three challenges – ever-increasing cost pressures, a shortage of skilled workers, and growing sustainability requirements. In response to these megatrends, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) will be presenting numerous innovations under the motto “Unfold Your Potential” at this year’s drupa trade show. The focus will be on customers and the need for their print shops to optimize the development and leveraging of business potential using state-of-the-art technologies and services.
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Miraclon at drupa: A path to modern flexo
Miraclon has announced its plans for drupa 2024, guaranteeing to bring the benefits of modern flexo to packaging printers by enabling them to achieve their efficiency, sustainability and quality goals and maximize returns on flexo press investments. Exhibiting in Hall 15, Booth F50, visitors to the booth will learn how Miraclon, through the delivery of critical technology and knowledge, is a key enabler of the transformation to modern flexo; facilitating consistent, highly capable, efficient, sustainable printing.
Valmet to deliver a DNA Automation System to Lostock Sustainable Energy Plant in Northwich, UK
Valmet will deliver a comprehensive Valmet DNA Automation System to Lostock Sustainable Energy Plant (LSEP) currently under construction in Northwich, Cheshire, the United Kingdom. The order was placed by LSEP and Valmet will work closely with their delivery partners, Black & Veatch, an engineering, procurement and construction management contractor, and Babcock & Wilcox, a powertrain technology provider.
Drewsen Spezialpapiere invests €15 million in solar energy
Drewsen Spezialpapiere is determined to continue its course towards CO2-neutral paper production. As part of its multistage transformation concept, the company is aiming to achieve 80% climate neutrality by 2030. The focus here is on expanding renewable energies whilst simultaneously improving energy efficiency.
Brodnax 21C Packaging to enhance collectability of trading cards with Scodix embellishments
Scodix announces the sale and installation of a Scodix Ultra 6000, powered by SHD Press to Brodnax 21C Packaging. As experts in the high-end trading card market, particularly sports trading cards, Brodnax plans initially to dedicate the Scodix press to this market. The Scodix Ultra 6000, powered by SHD Press is ideally suited to the application as it combines variable data foiling capabilities with intricate detail and fine clarity across a multitude of embellishment effects – including embossed or flat foil, foil-on-foil, and 3D holographic effects.
Södra deploys battery-electric woodchip truck in production
Södra has decided to invest in a battery-electric long-haul truck in its daily logistics chain for transporting woodchips. Using self-produced, fossil-free electricity to charge the woodchip truck, the environmental footprint from these transport operations will be dramatically reduced. The electric woodchip truck is supplied by Scania and represents a milestone in Södra’s long-term goal of transitioning to fossil-free transportation.
Xaar's ultra high viscosity technology expands Kammann's printing machine capabilities
Xaar’s Ultra High Viscosity Technology is enabling Koenig & Bauer Kammann (Kammann) to drive its latest innovations by enhancing quality, speed, and sustainability for customers using its K15 and K20 decorative print machine families. Utilising the new high viscosity fluids developed by global ink manufacturer Marabu, Kammann’s machines allow both new and current customers to create personalised embossed effects on glass bottles, plastic and metal containers at a build height of up to 3mm.
New UK Sales Manager at MPS
MPS announces the appointment of Sebastian Bolingbroke as the new UK Sales Manager. With a wealth of experience and a passion for driving success, Sebastian brings a unique perspective to the MPS team. Sebastian Bolingbroke joins MPS with a strong background in print and production management, having closely collaborated with the company for many years. His decision to join MPS was inspired by the company's commitment to technology, innovation, and print performance, distinguishing MPS machines as “standouts in the market”.
Metsä Group and Andritz to construct a demo plant for developing new lignin products
Metsä Group will construct a demo plant for lignin refining in connection with its Äänekoski bioproduct mill. The equipment will be supplied by technology group Andritz. Construction will begin in summer 2024, and the demo plant will be completed in late 2025. The plant’s daily capacity will be two tonnes of the lignin product.
