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The Iggesund mill is one of Iggesund Paperboard´s two board mills. Iggesund Paperboard, part of the Swedish forestry group Holmen, is Europe's leading manufacturer of high-quality paperboard based on virgin fibre. The raw material is primarily taken from Holmen group's own sustainably-managed forests.

The paperboard produced at the Iggesund site, called Invercote®, is a solid bleached board from chemical pulp. It is the leading brand in its market segment and is used in exclusive packaging for cosmetics, perfume or chocolate as well as applications demanding advanced converting.

The Iggesund mill has 2 paperboard machines with a combined annual capacity of 340,000 tons. BM 2 was modified successfully by Vaahto in 2007, and over the years, Iggesund has kept very close contact with the Bellmer-Vaahto team led by Jyrki Strengell. Before taking the decision as to the supplier of the new reeling system, Iggesund's project team made several reference visits in order gauge the performance of potential suppliers. 

The Bellmer TURBOReelerProTM center winder features 2 integrated drive systems, which will ensure wrinkle-free winding of the sensitive paperboard grades. Thanks to the reeling hardness control TURBODurTM, the pressure curves can be freely adjusted, thus ensuring perfect further-processing of the paper rolls. 

The volume of rejects at reel change will be reduced thanks to the larger reel diameter of 3.5 m. In addition, the water-jet supported changing system helps to minimize waste on the reel spool. Reduced rejects should ensure rapid payback on the investment. 

Because of space restrictions on site, Bellmer worked out specific solutions for movement of the reel spools - they can now be transported directly into the slitter-winder. 

With the aid of an air cushion, the reel spools can be moved into parking positions both at operator and drive sides. Installation of the TURBOReelerProTM is planned for the second half of 2015.

 

 

Bellmer set to supply winder to Iggesund Paperboard

11/17/2014 - 17:57

The Iggesund mill is one of Iggesund Paperboard´s two board mills. Iggesund Paperboard, part of the Swedish forestry group Holmen, is Europe's leading manufacturer of high-quality paperboard based on virgin fibre. The raw material is primarily taken from Holmen group's own sustainably-managed forests.

The paperboard produced at the Iggesund site, called Invercote®, is a solid bleached board from chemical pulp. It is the leading brand in its market segment and is used in exclusive packaging for cosmetics, perfume or chocolate as well as applications demanding advanced converting.

The Iggesund mill has 2 paperboard machines with a combined annual capacity of 340,000 tons. BM 2 was modified successfully by Vaahto in 2007, and over the years, Iggesund has kept very close contact with the Bellmer-Vaahto team led by Jyrki Strengell. Before taking the decision as to the supplier of the new reeling system, Iggesund's project team made several reference visits in order gauge the performance of potential suppliers. 

The Bellmer TURBOReelerProTM center winder features 2 integrated drive systems, which will ensure wrinkle-free winding of the sensitive paperboard grades. Thanks to the reeling hardness control TURBODurTM, the pressure curves can be freely adjusted, thus ensuring perfect further-processing of the paper rolls. 

The volume of rejects at reel change will be reduced thanks to the larger reel diameter of 3.5 m. In addition, the water-jet supported changing system helps to minimize waste on the reel spool. Reduced rejects should ensure rapid payback on the investment. 

Because of space restrictions on site, Bellmer worked out specific solutions for movement of the reel spools - they can now be transported directly into the slitter-winder. 

With the aid of an air cushion, the reel spools can be moved into parking positions both at operator and drive sides. Installation of the TURBOReelerProTM is planned for the second half of 2015.

 

 

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OSCHELBRONN, Germany, Sept. 12, 2014 (Press Release) -Mpact has once again selected Bellmer as rebuild specialist for the Group's Project Khulisa. This phase will see significant investment in the latest paper mill technology and machinery which will enable the mill to enhance its total product offering and overall competitiveness. It will also increase capacity by 60,000 tons to 215,000 tons per year as Mpact Felixton migrates from a Bagasse furnish to recycled paper. In addition to further quality improvements, a key outcome of the project is the increase in paper strength properties. Bellmer was the main supplier seven years ago for the initial upgrade of PM 3, which proved to be a highly successful initiative. Phase 1 of Project Khulisa will be completed in the first half of 2015 and includes the installation of a TURBOVaahtoJetter headbox to improve formation and cross-direction profile. The optimisation also includes the installation of a TURBOFeeder for safe tail transfer, as well as a TURBOTransporterPro roll trans-port system from reeler to unwind stand. Phase 2 of the project will be completed by mid-2017.

Part 2 of the PM 3 rebuild at Mpact includes the installation of a new top wire section with another TURBOVaahtoJetter headbox for further quality improvement and the added flexibility of a second ply. To achieve increased paper strength, a TURBOFilm Sizer, including Airturn, will also be in-stalled. The drying area will be optimised through a redesign of the dryer groups and the installation of sheet stabilising equipment from Bellmer subsidiary, Lang-Hafner. With 24 new drying cylinders and a new hood including supply / exhaust air and heat recovery systems from Lang-Hafner, the drying capacity and efficiency of PM3 will be substantially improved. The planning and extension of the existing steam and condensate system will also be performed by Lang-Hafner. In addition, Project Khulisa will see Bellmer delivering engineering and planning expertise in the areas of approach flow systems, white water circuits, air systems, as well as the steam and condensate system. This deep understanding and knowledge of advanced technology, particularly with respect to headboxes and film presses, has ensured that Mpact will continue its close working partnership with Bellmer. Mpact is a JSE-listed plastics and paper packaging manufacturer, with 32 operating sites in South Africa, Namibia, Mozambique and Zimbabwe of which 22 are manufacturing operations.

Bellmer to rebuild PM 3 at South African packaging manufacturer Mpact

Posted in: Packaging Technology 09/11/2014 - 22:03

OSCHELBRONN, Germany, Sept. 12, 2014 (Press Release) -Mpact has once again selected Bellmer as rebuild specialist for the Group's Project Khulisa. This phase will see significant investment in the latest paper mill technology and machinery which will enable the mill to enhance its total product offering and overall competitiveness. It will also increase capacity by 60,000 tons to 215,000 tons per year as Mpact Felixton migrates from a Bagasse furnish to recycled paper. In addition to further quality improvements, a key outcome of the project is the increase in paper strength properties. Bellmer was the main supplier seven years ago for the initial upgrade of PM 3, which proved to be a highly successful initiative. Phase 1 of Project Khulisa will be completed in the first half of 2015 and includes the installation of a TURBOVaahtoJetter headbox to improve formation and cross-direction profile. The optimisation also includes the installation of a TURBOFeeder for safe tail transfer, as well as a TURBOTransporterPro roll trans-port system from reeler to unwind stand. Phase 2 of the project will be completed by mid-2017.

Part 2 of the PM 3 rebuild at Mpact includes the installation of a new top wire section with another TURBOVaahtoJetter headbox for further quality improvement and the added flexibility of a second ply. To achieve increased paper strength, a TURBOFilm Sizer, including Airturn, will also be in-stalled. The drying area will be optimised through a redesign of the dryer groups and the installation of sheet stabilising equipment from Bellmer subsidiary, Lang-Hafner. With 24 new drying cylinders and a new hood including supply / exhaust air and heat recovery systems from Lang-Hafner, the drying capacity and efficiency of PM3 will be substantially improved. The planning and extension of the existing steam and condensate system will also be performed by Lang-Hafner. In addition, Project Khulisa will see Bellmer delivering engineering and planning expertise in the areas of approach flow systems, white water circuits, air systems, as well as the steam and condensate system. This deep understanding and knowledge of advanced technology, particularly with respect to headboxes and film presses, has ensured that Mpact will continue its close working partnership with Bellmer. Mpact is a JSE-listed plastics and paper packaging manufacturer, with 32 operating sites in South Africa, Namibia, Mozambique and Zimbabwe of which 22 are manufacturing operations.

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ÖSCHELBRONN, Germany, June 4, 2014 (Press Release) -Bellmer Vaahto has received a significant headbox retrofit order for the rebuild of BM3 at Pankaboard Oy, located in Lieksa, Eastern Finland. The mill operates two machines which produce packaging and graphic papers with demanding end-uses which require high lev-els of stiffness and excellent printability. BM3 focuses Pankawhite and Pankabrite coated cartonboard grades.

Bellmer Vaahto has recently delivered similar headbox dilution rebuilds to Stora Enso Ingerois and Fors mills as well as two machines for Asia Paper in Korea and to Muda Kayang in Malaysia.

Bellmer Vaahto´s dilution technology will be installed in BM3's middle layer headbox to improve further the reshaped board quality. The rebuild is a logical next step following re-cent efforts and investments targeted at enhancing cross-directional profiles and bulk. The delivery is scheduled for this year's annual midsummer shutdown.

 

Bellmer Vaahto to supply headbox retrofit for Pankaboard BM 3 rebuild

06/09/2014 - 19:45

ÖSCHELBRONN, Germany, June 4, 2014 (Press Release) -Bellmer Vaahto has received a significant headbox retrofit order for the rebuild of BM3 at Pankaboard Oy, located in Lieksa, Eastern Finland. The mill operates two machines which produce packaging and graphic papers with demanding end-uses which require high lev-els of stiffness and excellent printability. BM3 focuses Pankawhite and Pankabrite coated cartonboard grades.

Bellmer Vaahto has recently delivered similar headbox dilution rebuilds to Stora Enso Ingerois and Fors mills as well as two machines for Asia Paper in Korea and to Muda Kayang in Malaysia.

Bellmer Vaahto´s dilution technology will be installed in BM3's middle layer headbox to improve further the reshaped board quality. The rebuild is a logical next step following re-cent efforts and investments targeted at enhancing cross-directional profiles and bulk. The delivery is scheduled for this year's annual midsummer shutdown.

 

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ÖSCHELBRONN, Germany, March 12, 2014 (Press Release) -Hamburger Rieger GmbH forms part of Hamburger Containerboard group of companies. Being one of the leading European manufacturers of corrugated base papers, this company features a production capacity of 1.7 million tons/year of high-quality corrugated base papers at various locations.

Hamburger Rieger management now heavily invests in the Spremberg mill, situated in the federal state of Brandenburg. With its product line SpreeWhite, Spremberg mill is the quality leader in the segment of white corrugated base papers. Since the start of production of PM 1 in the year 2005, this paper machine has permanently been further-developed and so, in March 2014 the 2.5th million ton of paper was produced.

With a total investment volume of 18 million Euros, PM 1 will now be modified for the manufacture of coated white testliner (White Top Testliner). With this step, the product portfolio will be expanded with respect to quality.

Since Hamburger Rieger puts particular importance on innovative technology, it was not surprising that Bellmer was awarded the order for the upgrade of PM 1.

Bellmer will supply the coating tool TURBOCombi CoaterTM, combining proven technology with best reliabil-ity. This is the only jet coater on the market featuring separate base displacement for clear adjustability. Due to its particular large nozzle opening, the coater jet can be cleaned easily and fast.

The scope of Bellmer supply also includes new parts for the pre-dryer section and the dissolving pulper ahead of the sizer. A hard-nip calender will ensure the pre-calendering and the profiling of the paper web.

Pre- and post dryer sections will be re-configured, too. Here, the Bellmer subsidiaries Lang and Hafner are playing a leading role. The required changes regarding air and hood technology in the pre- and post dryer sections, extraction system of the new pulpers and modifications at the hood of the filmpress will be per-formed by Hafner. The steam and condensate system will be updated to the latest state of technology by Lang.

Since the main focus lies on an energy-efficient plant, Solaronics will provide an IR-dryer type UniDryer. The special feature here is that the heat quantity generated by the IR-dryer will be used fully for the following air dryer. Hafer will also take care of the air supply of both dryers.

Existing aggregates like the soft-nip calender and the pope reeler will be relocated. Bellmer has completely assumed the tasks of engineering, project management, dismounting, erection as well as start-up and train-ing of personnel.

Andreas Noss, managing director of Hamburger Rieger GmbH, concludes: "We have chosen Bellmer since they presented the most convincing overall package. That included - starting in the offer phase - detailed engineering work far above standard margins. Furthermore, we have come to appreciate Bellmer as a reli-able and competent partner during quite a number of rebuild projects they have implemented at our second location in Germany (mill in Trostberg, Bavaria)."

It is planned that the Spremberg mill will start production of coated testliners early 2015.

Bellmer to supply TURBOCombi Coater for Hamburger Rieger’s Spremberg mill

03/17/2014 - 14:06

ÖSCHELBRONN, Germany, March 12, 2014 (Press Release) -Hamburger Rieger GmbH forms part of Hamburger Containerboard group of companies. Being one of the leading European manufacturers of corrugated base papers, this company features a production capacity of 1.7 million tons/year of high-quality corrugated base papers at various locations.

Hamburger Rieger management now heavily invests in the Spremberg mill, situated in the federal state of Brandenburg. With its product line SpreeWhite, Spremberg mill is the quality leader in the segment of white corrugated base papers. Since the start of production of PM 1 in the year 2005, this paper machine has permanently been further-developed and so, in March 2014 the 2.5th million ton of paper was produced.

With a total investment volume of 18 million Euros, PM 1 will now be modified for the manufacture of coated white testliner (White Top Testliner). With this step, the product portfolio will be expanded with respect to quality.

Since Hamburger Rieger puts particular importance on innovative technology, it was not surprising that Bellmer was awarded the order for the upgrade of PM 1.

Bellmer will supply the coating tool TURBOCombi CoaterTM, combining proven technology with best reliabil-ity. This is the only jet coater on the market featuring separate base displacement for clear adjustability. Due to its particular large nozzle opening, the coater jet can be cleaned easily and fast.

The scope of Bellmer supply also includes new parts for the pre-dryer section and the dissolving pulper ahead of the sizer. A hard-nip calender will ensure the pre-calendering and the profiling of the paper web.

Pre- and post dryer sections will be re-configured, too. Here, the Bellmer subsidiaries Lang and Hafner are playing a leading role. The required changes regarding air and hood technology in the pre- and post dryer sections, extraction system of the new pulpers and modifications at the hood of the filmpress will be per-formed by Hafner. The steam and condensate system will be updated to the latest state of technology by Lang.

Since the main focus lies on an energy-efficient plant, Solaronics will provide an IR-dryer type UniDryer. The special feature here is that the heat quantity generated by the IR-dryer will be used fully for the following air dryer. Hafer will also take care of the air supply of both dryers.

Existing aggregates like the soft-nip calender and the pope reeler will be relocated. Bellmer has completely assumed the tasks of engineering, project management, dismounting, erection as well as start-up and train-ing of personnel.

Andreas Noss, managing director of Hamburger Rieger GmbH, concludes: "We have chosen Bellmer since they presented the most convincing overall package. That included - starting in the offer phase - detailed engineering work far above standard margins. Furthermore, we have come to appreciate Bellmer as a reli-able and competent partner during quite a number of rebuild projects they have implemented at our second location in Germany (mill in Trostberg, Bavaria)."

It is planned that the Spremberg mill will start production of coated testliners early 2015.

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ÖSCHELBRONN, Germany, March 12, 2014 (Press Release) -Hamburger Rieger GmbH forms part of Hamburger Containerboard group of companies. Being one of the leading European manufacturers of corrugated base papers, this company features a production capacity of 1.7 million tons/year of high-quality corrugated base papers at various locations.

Hamburger Rieger management now heavily invests in the Spremberg mill, situated in the federal state of Brandenburg. With its product line SpreeWhite, Spremberg mill is the quality leader in the segment of white corrugated base papers. Since the start of production of PM 1 in the year 2005, this paper machine has permanently been further-developed and so, in March 2014 the 2.5th million ton of paper was produced.

With a total investment volume of 18 million Euros, PM 1 will now be modified for the manufacture of coated white testliner (White Top Testliner). With this step, the product portfolio will be expanded with respect to quality.

Since Hamburger Rieger puts particular importance on innovative technology, it was not surprising that Bellmer was awarded the order for the upgrade of PM 1.

Bellmer will supply the coating tool TURBOCombi CoaterTM, combining proven technology with best reliabil-ity. This is the only jet coater on the market featuring separate base displacement for clear adjustability. Due to its particular large nozzle opening, the coater jet can be cleaned easily and fast.

The scope of Bellmer supply also includes new parts for the pre-dryer section and the dissolving pulper ahead of the sizer. A hard-nip calender will ensure the pre-calendering and the profiling of the paper web.

Pre- and post dryer sections will be re-configured, too. Here, the Bellmer subsidiaries Lang and Hafner are playing a leading role. The required changes regarding air and hood technology in the pre- and post dryer sections, extraction system of the new pulpers and modifications at the hood of the filmpress will be per-formed by Hafner. The steam and condensate system will be updated to the latest state of technology by Lang.

Since the main focus lies on an energy-efficient plant, Solaronics will provide an IR-dryer type UniDryer. The special feature here is that the heat quantity generated by the IR-dryer will be used fully for the following air dryer. Hafer will also take care of the air supply of both dryers.

Existing aggregates like the soft-nip calender and the pope reeler will be relocated. Bellmer has completely assumed the tasks of engineering, project management, dismounting, erection as well as start-up and train-ing of personnel.

Andreas Noss, managing director of Hamburger Rieger GmbH, concludes: "We have chosen Bellmer since they presented the most convincing overall package. That included - starting in the offer phase - detailed engineering work far above standard margins. Furthermore, we have come to appreciate Bellmer as a reli-able and competent partner during quite a number of rebuild projects they have implemented at our second location in Germany (mill in Trostberg, Bavaria)."

It is planned that the Spremberg mill will start production of coated testliners early 2015.

Bellmer to supply TURBOCombi Coater for Hamburger Rieger's PM 1 at Spremberg mill in Germany

Posted in: Packaging Technology 03/12/2014 - 21:06

ÖSCHELBRONN, Germany, March 12, 2014 (Press Release) -Hamburger Rieger GmbH forms part of Hamburger Containerboard group of companies. Being one of the leading European manufacturers of corrugated base papers, this company features a production capacity of 1.7 million tons/year of high-quality corrugated base papers at various locations.

Hamburger Rieger management now heavily invests in the Spremberg mill, situated in the federal state of Brandenburg. With its product line SpreeWhite, Spremberg mill is the quality leader in the segment of white corrugated base papers. Since the start of production of PM 1 in the year 2005, this paper machine has permanently been further-developed and so, in March 2014 the 2.5th million ton of paper was produced.

With a total investment volume of 18 million Euros, PM 1 will now be modified for the manufacture of coated white testliner (White Top Testliner). With this step, the product portfolio will be expanded with respect to quality.

Since Hamburger Rieger puts particular importance on innovative technology, it was not surprising that Bellmer was awarded the order for the upgrade of PM 1.

Bellmer will supply the coating tool TURBOCombi CoaterTM, combining proven technology with best reliabil-ity. This is the only jet coater on the market featuring separate base displacement for clear adjustability. Due to its particular large nozzle opening, the coater jet can be cleaned easily and fast.

The scope of Bellmer supply also includes new parts for the pre-dryer section and the dissolving pulper ahead of the sizer. A hard-nip calender will ensure the pre-calendering and the profiling of the paper web.

Pre- and post dryer sections will be re-configured, too. Here, the Bellmer subsidiaries Lang and Hafner are playing a leading role. The required changes regarding air and hood technology in the pre- and post dryer sections, extraction system of the new pulpers and modifications at the hood of the filmpress will be per-formed by Hafner. The steam and condensate system will be updated to the latest state of technology by Lang.

Since the main focus lies on an energy-efficient plant, Solaronics will provide an IR-dryer type UniDryer. The special feature here is that the heat quantity generated by the IR-dryer will be used fully for the following air dryer. Hafer will also take care of the air supply of both dryers.

Existing aggregates like the soft-nip calender and the pope reeler will be relocated. Bellmer has completely assumed the tasks of engineering, project management, dismounting, erection as well as start-up and train-ing of personnel.

Andreas Noss, managing director of Hamburger Rieger GmbH, concludes: "We have chosen Bellmer since they presented the most convincing overall package. That included - starting in the offer phase - detailed engineering work far above standard margins. Furthermore, we have come to appreciate Bellmer as a reli-able and competent partner during quite a number of rebuild projects they have implemented at our second location in Germany (mill in Trostberg, Bavaria)."

It is planned that the Spremberg mill will start production of coated testliners early 2015.

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ÖSCHELBRONN, Germany, Feb. 12, 2014 (Press Release) -NorPaper Avot Vallée located in Blendecques is the largest French producer of white testliner of 100 % recycled paper.

In order to improve the paper quality - specially regarding surface properties and printability - the company management opted for the modification of the dryer section of PM 2.

To achieve this goal, Bellmer integrated some kind of "German press" into the dryer group. Contrary to a regular press nip, here a cooled, rubber-lined press roll with separate steam pressure regulation presses against a reinforced drying cylinder. Through this principle, a special smoothing effect can be obtained. In order to achieve the optimum surface smoothness, the point of installa-tion and the linear pressure of the German press are of significant importance. The decisive factor is the correct paper web humidity.

The engineering task as well as the project management were in Bellmer's responsibility. The complete mounting process was performed without hall crane; here we wish to emphasize that the heaviest part had a weight of no less than 6 tons! Thanks to the good planning, erection and startup were performed according to the right schedule.

The Bendtsen values referring to the surface smoothness and the quality of printability could be clearly improved tight from the beginning. The porosity values of the paper were positively influ-enced, too.

Bellmer integrates German press on NorPaper Avot Vallée's PM 2 in Blendecques, France

Posted in: Packaging Technology 02/12/2014 - 00:22

ÖSCHELBRONN, Germany, Feb. 12, 2014 (Press Release) -NorPaper Avot Vallée located in Blendecques is the largest French producer of white testliner of 100 % recycled paper.

In order to improve the paper quality - specially regarding surface properties and printability - the company management opted for the modification of the dryer section of PM 2.

To achieve this goal, Bellmer integrated some kind of "German press" into the dryer group. Contrary to a regular press nip, here a cooled, rubber-lined press roll with separate steam pressure regulation presses against a reinforced drying cylinder. Through this principle, a special smoothing effect can be obtained. In order to achieve the optimum surface smoothness, the point of installa-tion and the linear pressure of the German press are of significant importance. The decisive factor is the correct paper web humidity.

The engineering task as well as the project management were in Bellmer's responsibility. The complete mounting process was performed without hall crane; here we wish to emphasize that the heaviest part had a weight of no less than 6 tons! Thanks to the good planning, erection and startup were performed according to the right schedule.

The Bendtsen values referring to the surface smoothness and the quality of printability could be clearly improved tight from the beginning. The porosity values of the paper were positively influ-enced, too.

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MARIETTA, GA , Dec. 11, 2013 (Press Release) -Bekaert Solaronics received an important order from Bellmer Ibérica for the rebuilt of the drying equipment on PM2 at Empaques Modernos de Guadalajara, Mexico.

The objective of the investment is to replace the existing infrared equipment by a new Webmate® hood for coat drying and profiling after the third coating head. The existing WebMate® will be moved after the first coating head where there is no infrared system today.

Bekaert Solaronics WebMate® is an electric infrared non-contact drying solution which significantly increases the drying capacity of the existing equipment. The system is equipped withM2000 modules which ensure perfect quality, a high drying rate as well as a long lifetime.

About Empaques modernos de Guadalajara (a Grupo Gondi company)

Empaques modernos de Guadalajara is one of ten companies belonging to the Gondi Group. Founded in 1984 as response to the demand of the customers located on the Pacific coast, the production was first dedicated to liner recycled paper.Later on, EMG expanded its operations and included the manufacture of corrugated and solid fiberboxes. Today, EMG stretches over 214 644 m2, with two paper mills and a modern plant of corrugated boxes.It has the capacity to produce medium and coated papers with weight from 100 to 800 g/m2.

About Bellmer Iberica Machinery S.L., Tolosa& Valladolid

The Bellmer group advises, plans and designs plants for the pulp and paper industry. Bellmer Ibérica is a subsidiary of Bellmer Group located in the Iberian Peninsula. It was opened in July 2010 and employs more than 20 specialists in Tolosa and Valladolid. Its main markets are Spain, Portugal and South America, where Bellmer Ibérica takes care of consulting, sales, engineering and service. All machines and products are manufactured at Bellmer'sGroup headquarters in Niefern, Germany.

About Bekaert Solaronics

Bekaert Solaronics supplies customized drying and heating systems based on gas and electrical infrared technology to a wide range of industries including paper and board, converting and metal processing applications. Today, more than 1 000 systems have been installed worldwide, of which 60% come from repeat orders with existing customers. The company provides service and maintenance options worldwide for the upgrade optimization and improves energy efficiency of existing systems.

About Bekaert

Bekaert (www.bekaert.com) is a world market and technology leader in steel wire transformation and coatings. Bekaert (Euronext Brussels: BEKB) is a global company with headquarters in Belgium, employing 27 000 people worldwide.

Serving customers in 120 countries, Bekaert pursues sustainable profitable growth in all its activities and generated combined sales of€ 4.4 billion in 2012.

Bekaert Solaronics to rebuild Bellmer Ibérica's drying equipment on PM2 at Empaques Modernos de Guadalajara in El Salto, Mexico

Posted in: Packaging Technology 12/10/2013 - 19:02

MARIETTA, GA , Dec. 11, 2013 (Press Release) -Bekaert Solaronics received an important order from Bellmer Ibérica for the rebuilt of the drying equipment on PM2 at Empaques Modernos de Guadalajara, Mexico.

The objective of the investment is to replace the existing infrared equipment by a new Webmate® hood for coat drying and profiling after the third coating head. The existing WebMate® will be moved after the first coating head where there is no infrared system today.

Bekaert Solaronics WebMate® is an electric infrared non-contact drying solution which significantly increases the drying capacity of the existing equipment. The system is equipped withM2000 modules which ensure perfect quality, a high drying rate as well as a long lifetime.

About Empaques modernos de Guadalajara (a Grupo Gondi company)

Empaques modernos de Guadalajara is one of ten companies belonging to the Gondi Group. Founded in 1984 as response to the demand of the customers located on the Pacific coast, the production was first dedicated to liner recycled paper.Later on, EMG expanded its operations and included the manufacture of corrugated and solid fiberboxes. Today, EMG stretches over 214 644 m2, with two paper mills and a modern plant of corrugated boxes.It has the capacity to produce medium and coated papers with weight from 100 to 800 g/m2.

About Bellmer Iberica Machinery S.L., Tolosa& Valladolid

The Bellmer group advises, plans and designs plants for the pulp and paper industry. Bellmer Ibérica is a subsidiary of Bellmer Group located in the Iberian Peninsula. It was opened in July 2010 and employs more than 20 specialists in Tolosa and Valladolid. Its main markets are Spain, Portugal and South America, where Bellmer Ibérica takes care of consulting, sales, engineering and service. All machines and products are manufactured at Bellmer'sGroup headquarters in Niefern, Germany.

About Bekaert Solaronics

Bekaert Solaronics supplies customized drying and heating systems based on gas and electrical infrared technology to a wide range of industries including paper and board, converting and metal processing applications. Today, more than 1 000 systems have been installed worldwide, of which 60% come from repeat orders with existing customers. The company provides service and maintenance options worldwide for the upgrade optimization and improves energy efficiency of existing systems.

About Bekaert

Bekaert (www.bekaert.com) is a world market and technology leader in steel wire transformation and coatings. Bekaert (Euronext Brussels: BEKB) is a global company with headquarters in Belgium, employing 27 000 people worldwide.

Serving customers in 120 countries, Bekaert pursues sustainable profitable growth in all its activities and generated combined sales of€ 4.4 billion in 2012.

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ÖSCHELBRONN, Germany, Dec. 5, 2013 (Press Release) -Kübler & Niethammer has invested some 19 million Euros modernising its production site in Kriebethal in eastern Germany. Part of the modification process involved upgrading the technology in the dryer and press sections. Bellmer was responsible for the refurbishment, engineering, project management as well as disassembly and re-erection.

The aim of the project was both a sustainable increase in paper machine capacity and an improvement in competitiveness based on new, lighter packaging papers. Another target was to increase speed to 1,200 m/min and production volume by 30,000 t/a to 115,000 t/a.

The rebuild included the installation of a completely new press section: a TURBOPress shoe press was specified to enhance the dry contents and thus reduce energy consumption in the dryer section. The scope of supply included rolls for the press section, parts for the paper and felt guiding system, frame elements for the new press section, pulpers and peripheral plant parts as well as the entire hydraulic control unit. The dryer section was upgraded to state-of-the-art technology.

The commissioning and startup processes were carried out on schedule, and feedback about the rebuild from Michael Moser, the project engineer at Kübler & Niethammer, was very positive.

Bellmer-supplied TURBOPress starts up at Kübler & Niethammer

12/09/2013 - 15:03

ÖSCHELBRONN, Germany, Dec. 5, 2013 (Press Release) -Kübler & Niethammer has invested some 19 million Euros modernising its production site in Kriebethal in eastern Germany. Part of the modification process involved upgrading the technology in the dryer and press sections. Bellmer was responsible for the refurbishment, engineering, project management as well as disassembly and re-erection.

The aim of the project was both a sustainable increase in paper machine capacity and an improvement in competitiveness based on new, lighter packaging papers. Another target was to increase speed to 1,200 m/min and production volume by 30,000 t/a to 115,000 t/a.

The rebuild included the installation of a completely new press section: a TURBOPress shoe press was specified to enhance the dry contents and thus reduce energy consumption in the dryer section. The scope of supply included rolls for the press section, parts for the paper and felt guiding system, frame elements for the new press section, pulpers and peripheral plant parts as well as the entire hydraulic control unit. The dryer section was upgraded to state-of-the-art technology.

The commissioning and startup processes were carried out on schedule, and feedback about the rebuild from Michael Moser, the project engineer at Kübler & Niethammer, was very positive.

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