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Embarking on the rebuild of a paper or board machine is a big decision which poses many questions: What are the benefits? What are the risks and how do I minimize them? What are the best technologies for my mill and the products I want to make? Are there real-life references that will help me make a decision? These and many other vital questions are answered in Valmet's new guide book on How to Plan a Successful Rebuild.
LUCCA, ITALY, March 5, 2020 (Press Release) -From July 2019 to February 2020, Toscotec successfully completed two customized rebuilds at Lucart Diecimo tissue mill. The two rebuilding solutions included the replacement of PM5 and PM6’s existing Yankees with Toscotec’s second-generation Steel Yankee Dryers, complete steam and condensate systems, as well as the installation of a TT SuctionPressRoll.
This is yet again another major achievement in the strong and long-lasting cooperation between Lucart and Toscotec. Over the last ten years, Toscotec supplied to Lucart Group one complete tissue line, two slitter rewinders TT WIND, and various tailor-made rebuilding solutions on six different tissue machines in Italy and France.
The Lucart Group are pioneers in sustainability and they continuously uphold the highest standards of energy efficiency and specific energy consumption in their production processes to promote fair and sustainable development in our shared environment. Lucart has tapped Toscotec for its efficient drying solutions, in particular TT SYD and its energy recovery-oriented system design. The extraordinary energy saving advantages that TT SYD delivers, on a potentially infinite number of cycles over the course of its life, save a significant amount of energy and operating costs. Toscotec’s energy recovery equipment, chiefly heat exchangers, are a key part of TT SYD’s steam and condensate system in that they contribute to achieving the highest possible level of thermal energy efficiency.
“Based on the high quality of the work done on PM5 and PM6, Toscotec confirmed its leadership in the construction and installation of steel Yankee dryers. We are very satisfied with the achieved performances, as well as the time schedule and project management of these rebuilds. The work team and the constructive collaboration have been an important key to the success of the projects.” said Eng. Franco Pasquini, Lucart’s Chief Technology Officer.
Valerio Volpi, Toscotec’s Project Manager of Lucart’s PM5 and PM6 rebuilds, says: “Our highly qualified Italian technicians worked with Lucart’s experts as one team. We were right on schedule according to the agreed timetable and the two TT SYDs performed well from the first hours of operation. This is a shared achievement for the Lucart-Toscotec team.”
About Lucart
Lucart, a leading company in Europe in the production of tissue products for daily use (toilet, kitchen, napkins, tablecloths, handkerchiefs etc.), airlaid products, and MG paper was founded in 1953 by the Pasquini Family.
The company's production activities are distributed over 3 Business Units (Business to Business, Away from Home and Consumer) operating in the development and sales of products with brands such as Tenderly, Tutto, Grazie Natural and Smile (Consumer area), Lucart Professional, Tenderly Professional, Fato and Velo (Away from Home area). Lucart’s production capacity is 395,000 tonnes/year of paper on 12 continuous machines. Its consolidated turnover will amount to more than €500 million, with more than 1,500 employees in 9 production plants (five in Italy, one in France, one in Hungary and two in Spain) and a Logistics Centre in Italy. Since 2018, Lucart has been part of the CE100 network, the precompetitive innovation program designed by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation to give organizations the opportunity to develop new opportunities and achieve their circular economy goals as quickly as possible.
LUCCA, ITALY, March 5, 2020 (Press Release) -From July 2019 to February 2020, Toscotec successfully completed two customized rebuilds at Lucart Diecimo tissue mill. The two rebuilding solutions included the replacement of PM5 and PM6’s existing Yankees with Toscotec’s second-generation Steel Yankee Dryers, complete steam and condensate systems, as well as the installation of a TT SuctionPressRoll.
This is yet again another major achievement in the strong and long-lasting cooperation between Lucart and Toscotec. Over the last ten years, Toscotec supplied to Lucart Group one complete tissue line, two slitter rewinders TT WIND, and various tailor-made rebuilding solutions on six different tissue machines in Italy and France.
The Lucart Group are pioneers in sustainability and they continuously uphold the highest standards of energy efficiency and specific energy consumption in their production processes to promote fair and sustainable development in our shared environment. Lucart has tapped Toscotec for its efficient drying solutions, in particular TT SYD and its energy recovery-oriented system design. The extraordinary energy saving advantages that TT SYD delivers, on a potentially infinite number of cycles over the course of its life, save a significant amount of energy and operating costs. Toscotec’s energy recovery equipment, chiefly heat exchangers, are a key part of TT SYD’s steam and condensate system in that they contribute to achieving the highest possible level of thermal energy efficiency.
“Based on the high quality of the work done on PM5 and PM6, Toscotec confirmed its leadership in the construction and installation of steel Yankee dryers. We are very satisfied with the achieved performances, as well as the time schedule and project management of these rebuilds. The work team and the constructive collaboration have been an important key to the success of the projects.” said Eng. Franco Pasquini, Lucart’s Chief Technology Officer.
Valerio Volpi, Toscotec’s Project Manager of Lucart’s PM5 and PM6 rebuilds, says: “Our highly qualified Italian technicians worked with Lucart’s experts as one team. We were right on schedule according to the agreed timetable and the two TT SYDs performed well from the first hours of operation. This is a shared achievement for the Lucart-Toscotec team.”
About Lucart
Lucart, a leading company in Europe in the production of tissue products for daily use (toilet, kitchen, napkins, tablecloths, handkerchiefs etc.), airlaid products, and MG paper was founded in 1953 by the Pasquini Family.
The company's production activities are distributed over 3 Business Units (Business to Business, Away from Home and Consumer) operating in the development and sales of products with brands such as Tenderly, Tutto, Grazie Natural and Smile (Consumer area), Lucart Professional, Tenderly Professional, Fato and Velo (Away from Home area). Lucart’s production capacity is 395,000 tonnes/year of paper on 12 continuous machines. Its consolidated turnover will amount to more than €500 million, with more than 1,500 employees in 9 production plants (five in Italy, one in France, one in Hungary and two in Spain) and a Logistics Centre in Italy. Since 2018, Lucart has been part of the CE100 network, the precompetitive innovation program designed by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation to give organizations the opportunity to develop new opportunities and achieve their circular economy goals as quickly as possible.
Read moreREDDITCH, UK, March 4, 2020 (Press Release) -Folding carton specialist, Curtis Packaging has invested in a new die-cutting machine from BOBST as part of its continued focus on delivering first-time right premium quality solutions for customers in the cosmetic and skincare markets.
NOVACUT 106 E was installed at Curtis Packaging’s 20,000sq ft site in Redhill, South London, in December 2019 to replace an existing die-cutter that was adding complexities to the production line. Managing Director, James Williams and his team were keen to resolve issues quickly and called upon BOBST, a company they had partnered with in the past.
“With BOBST, you always know what you are going to get and we have always held great affection for the company,” said Mr Williams. “The build quality of the NOVACUT is clear to see; it’s well built and crucially, very operator-friendly.
“Quality is our number one priority. The markets we operate in demand it and we are committed to delivering. Volume is less critical for us and I guess that is what sets us apart from competitors. We do a lot of short-run work so when choosing our new die-cutter, down-time, make-ready and set-up times were vital points to address.”
NOVACUT 106 E is a world-leading technology which combines versatility, flexibility and productivity without compromising product quality. The die-cutter is operator-friendly thanks to its advanced Human Machine Interface (HMI) SPHERE which enables a simple set-up process and CENTERLINE® system that allows quick and easy settings for job repetitions and changeovers. Its high level of automation delivers more uptime, increased precision and reduced workload for operators.
Less than three months since installation of the NOVACUT 106 E die-cutter, the benefits have already been noticeable for Curtis Packaging.
“Installation was quick and seamless. The training we received as part of the investment is valuable to our operators to ensure they are achieving optimum performance,” said Mr Williams. “The quality that we need is there and it is running faster than the previous machine so we have seen an increase in productivity. That wasn’t a requirement for us but the fact it is happening is an added benefit that we weren’t expecting.
“The stand-out feature is its ease-of-use; we now have two operators who enjoy running the machine. It does exactly what they need it to do and that is a hard thing to quantify.”
Craig McGowan, BOBST Sales Area Manager, added: “This installation was all about high quality, low volume and the NOVACUT 106 E meets these needs perfectly. Curtis Packaging has invested in a reliable and robust asset that has been built to last.
“Its high degree of automation ensures all die-cut work is accurate and of a high quality, helping Curtis to meet the requirements of customers, particularly those in the luxury personal care market where standards are rigorous.”
Curtis Packaging is a family-owned business, employing 87 people at its south London site. The company is a pioneer in creating sustainable packaging for premium brands including Neal’s Yard, Charlotte Tilbury, UPL and Sacred Elephant.
REDDITCH, UK, March 4, 2020 (Press Release) -Folding carton specialist, Curtis Packaging has invested in a new die-cutting machine from BOBST as part of its continued focus on delivering first-time right premium quality solutions for customers in the cosmetic and skincare markets.
NOVACUT 106 E was installed at Curtis Packaging’s 20,000sq ft site in Redhill, South London, in December 2019 to replace an existing die-cutter that was adding complexities to the production line. Managing Director, James Williams and his team were keen to resolve issues quickly and called upon BOBST, a company they had partnered with in the past.
“With BOBST, you always know what you are going to get and we have always held great affection for the company,” said Mr Williams. “The build quality of the NOVACUT is clear to see; it’s well built and crucially, very operator-friendly.
“Quality is our number one priority. The markets we operate in demand it and we are committed to delivering. Volume is less critical for us and I guess that is what sets us apart from competitors. We do a lot of short-run work so when choosing our new die-cutter, down-time, make-ready and set-up times were vital points to address.”
NOVACUT 106 E is a world-leading technology which combines versatility, flexibility and productivity without compromising product quality. The die-cutter is operator-friendly thanks to its advanced Human Machine Interface (HMI) SPHERE which enables a simple set-up process and CENTERLINE® system that allows quick and easy settings for job repetitions and changeovers. Its high level of automation delivers more uptime, increased precision and reduced workload for operators.
Less than three months since installation of the NOVACUT 106 E die-cutter, the benefits have already been noticeable for Curtis Packaging.
“Installation was quick and seamless. The training we received as part of the investment is valuable to our operators to ensure they are achieving optimum performance,” said Mr Williams. “The quality that we need is there and it is running faster than the previous machine so we have seen an increase in productivity. That wasn’t a requirement for us but the fact it is happening is an added benefit that we weren’t expecting.
“The stand-out feature is its ease-of-use; we now have two operators who enjoy running the machine. It does exactly what they need it to do and that is a hard thing to quantify.”
Craig McGowan, BOBST Sales Area Manager, added: “This installation was all about high quality, low volume and the NOVACUT 106 E meets these needs perfectly. Curtis Packaging has invested in a reliable and robust asset that has been built to last.
“Its high degree of automation ensures all die-cut work is accurate and of a high quality, helping Curtis to meet the requirements of customers, particularly those in the luxury personal care market where standards are rigorous.”
Curtis Packaging is a family-owned business, employing 87 people at its south London site. The company is a pioneer in creating sustainable packaging for premium brands including Neal’s Yard, Charlotte Tilbury, UPL and Sacred Elephant.
Read moreMADRID, Spain, March 4, 2020 (Press Release) -Ence – Energía y Celulosa has been committed for years to a sustainable industry model in its two business areas, cellulose manufacturing and renewable energy generation. The company’s activity represents an example of a contribution to the circular economy that is worth highlighting, coinciding with the celebration of World Energy Efficiency Day.
In the case of the company’s two cellulose biofactories, located in Pontevedra and Navia, certified wood, a natural and sustainable raw material, is the starting point of a productive process in which paper pulp is manufactured, with the that recyclable products are made, capable of replacing plastic and other non-recyclable materials.
In addition, in its bio-factories Ence generates renewable energy using forest biomass, that is, by-products from wood that are not used for cellulose production: bark and lignin. The latter, lignin, is a component of wood that constitutes an excellent renewable and natural biofuel. In this way, both plants are practically capable of self-sufficiency, while contributing to reducing energy intensity and carbon footprint.
In the case of the Navia plant, in the past year 2019, it has come to produce twice the energy it consumes, generating more than 519 GWh of energy through a back pressure turbine and a condensation turbine, with an installed power of 77 MW. The consumption, in 2019, was 254 GWh.
Biomass generation is a renewable electricity production technology. In this sense, the company’s energy management contributes to carbon sequestration, the fight against climate change and, ultimately, to move forward on the path of the transition towards a more sustainable economy and society.
The fact that an industry like the one Ence represents in Navia is capable of producing twice the energy it consumes from a renewable source is an example of energy efficiency, and marks the path by which companies must move forward to reach the decarbonization objectives set by the European Commission.
MADRID, Spain, March 4, 2020 (Press Release) -Ence – Energía y Celulosa has been committed for years to a sustainable industry model in its two business areas, cellulose manufacturing and renewable energy generation. The company’s activity represents an example of a contribution to the circular economy that is worth highlighting, coinciding with the celebration of World Energy Efficiency Day.
In the case of the company’s two cellulose biofactories, located in Pontevedra and Navia, certified wood, a natural and sustainable raw material, is the starting point of a productive process in which paper pulp is manufactured, with the that recyclable products are made, capable of replacing plastic and other non-recyclable materials.
In addition, in its bio-factories Ence generates renewable energy using forest biomass, that is, by-products from wood that are not used for cellulose production: bark and lignin. The latter, lignin, is a component of wood that constitutes an excellent renewable and natural biofuel. In this way, both plants are practically capable of self-sufficiency, while contributing to reducing energy intensity and carbon footprint.
In the case of the Navia plant, in the past year 2019, it has come to produce twice the energy it consumes, generating more than 519 GWh of energy through a back pressure turbine and a condensation turbine, with an installed power of 77 MW. The consumption, in 2019, was 254 GWh.
Biomass generation is a renewable electricity production technology. In this sense, the company’s energy management contributes to carbon sequestration, the fight against climate change and, ultimately, to move forward on the path of the transition towards a more sustainable economy and society.
The fact that an industry like the one Ence represents in Navia is capable of producing twice the energy it consumes from a renewable source is an example of energy efficiency, and marks the path by which companies must move forward to reach the decarbonization objectives set by the European Commission.
Read moreBRUSSELS, March 4, 2020 (Press Release) -Cepi, the Confederation of European Paper Industries, welcomes the new European Climate Law launched today by the European Commission as a key step forward in our common efforts to respond to global warming.
“Our industry is committed to doing its part: we have already achieved a 27% reduction of carbon emission from 2005 to date, a leading performance amongst the ETS sectors. With a supportive and stable regulatory framework, we plan to continue and improve progress, as stated in Cepi CEO initiative. We aim to be the most competitive and sustainable provider of solutions for a climate-neutral Europe in 2050” said Jori Ringman, Director General at Cepi, the Confederation of European Paper Industries.
The transition towards a carbon-neutral economy will have to build on strong European industrial value-chains. The European paper industry has already identified a joint vision for the Forest-based industrial value-chain, published in November, and is working to make the vision a reality.
According to our soon to be published study, the combined positive climate impact of European forest (forest sink) and forest-based sector’s net substitution effect (forest industry and forest products) reaches a total of more than -806 million tonnes of CO2e every year, which corresponds to about 20% of the EU’s annual emissions.
One of the main contributions of forest-based industries is to valorise and ensure healthy forests by fostering their ability to absorb CO2 from the atmosphere and enhance carbon storage. Likewise, almost as big as the forest sink in Europe, the contribution of the sectors’ low-carbon products is significant.
“Our study shows that informed consumer choices, moving from high-carbon products to low-carbon products, have an immediate and important impact on Europe’s goal to become carbon neutral”, Ringman says.
Cepi calls for an improved market access for recyclable and bio-based products, through a coherent product policy framework that allows for sustainable consumer choices.
This should go hand-in-hand with a policy framework that enables availability and access to responsibly sourced bio-based raw materials, through more support to sustainable forest management and high quality recycling in the paper industry.
Furthermore, reaching completely fossil-free value chains would require a plan for innovative solutions, with clear milestones for a timely and cost-efficient decarbonisation of the European energy system. “Advancing promptly in affordable supply of clean energy, in particular for gas, is an obvious prerequisite for achieving the new ambitious target set for 2030. We need the EU to plan energy transition with milestones matching today’s targets”, says Ringman.
These elements should be an integral part of European and national measures aimed at making the European Climate Law a reality.
About Cepi:
Cepi is the European association representing the paper industry.
We offer a wide range of renewable and recyclable wood-based fibre solutions to EU citizens: from packaging to textile, hygiene and tissue products, printing and graphic papers as well as speciality papers, but also bio-chemicals for food and pharmaceuticals, bio-composites and bioenergy.
We are a responsible industry: 92% of our raw materials are sourced in Europe and certified as sustainable, 91% of the water we use is returned in good condition to the environment. We are the world champion in recycling at the rate of 71,6%. At the forefront of the decarbonisation and industrial transformation of our economy, we embrace digitalisation and bring 20 billion value addition to the European economy and €5.5 billion investments annually.
Through its 18 national associations, Cepi gathers 500 companies operating 895 mills across Europe and directly employing more than 180,000 people.
BRUSSELS, March 4, 2020 (Press Release) -Cepi, the Confederation of European Paper Industries, welcomes the new European Climate Law launched today by the European Commission as a key step forward in our common efforts to respond to global warming.
“Our industry is committed to doing its part: we have already achieved a 27% reduction of carbon emission from 2005 to date, a leading performance amongst the ETS sectors. With a supportive and stable regulatory framework, we plan to continue and improve progress, as stated in Cepi CEO initiative. We aim to be the most competitive and sustainable provider of solutions for a climate-neutral Europe in 2050” said Jori Ringman, Director General at Cepi, the Confederation of European Paper Industries.
The transition towards a carbon-neutral economy will have to build on strong European industrial value-chains. The European paper industry has already identified a joint vision for the Forest-based industrial value-chain, published in November, and is working to make the vision a reality.
According to our soon to be published study, the combined positive climate impact of European forest (forest sink) and forest-based sector’s net substitution effect (forest industry and forest products) reaches a total of more than -806 million tonnes of CO2e every year, which corresponds to about 20% of the EU’s annual emissions.
One of the main contributions of forest-based industries is to valorise and ensure healthy forests by fostering their ability to absorb CO2 from the atmosphere and enhance carbon storage. Likewise, almost as big as the forest sink in Europe, the contribution of the sectors’ low-carbon products is significant.
“Our study shows that informed consumer choices, moving from high-carbon products to low-carbon products, have an immediate and important impact on Europe’s goal to become carbon neutral”, Ringman says.
Cepi calls for an improved market access for recyclable and bio-based products, through a coherent product policy framework that allows for sustainable consumer choices.
This should go hand-in-hand with a policy framework that enables availability and access to responsibly sourced bio-based raw materials, through more support to sustainable forest management and high quality recycling in the paper industry.
Furthermore, reaching completely fossil-free value chains would require a plan for innovative solutions, with clear milestones for a timely and cost-efficient decarbonisation of the European energy system. “Advancing promptly in affordable supply of clean energy, in particular for gas, is an obvious prerequisite for achieving the new ambitious target set for 2030. We need the EU to plan energy transition with milestones matching today’s targets”, says Ringman.
These elements should be an integral part of European and national measures aimed at making the European Climate Law a reality.
About Cepi:
Cepi is the European association representing the paper industry.
We offer a wide range of renewable and recyclable wood-based fibre solutions to EU citizens: from packaging to textile, hygiene and tissue products, printing and graphic papers as well as speciality papers, but also bio-chemicals for food and pharmaceuticals, bio-composites and bioenergy.
We are a responsible industry: 92% of our raw materials are sourced in Europe and certified as sustainable, 91% of the water we use is returned in good condition to the environment. We are the world champion in recycling at the rate of 71,6%. At the forefront of the decarbonisation and industrial transformation of our economy, we embrace digitalisation and bring 20 billion value addition to the European economy and €5.5 billion investments annually.
Through its 18 national associations, Cepi gathers 500 companies operating 895 mills across Europe and directly employing more than 180,000 people.
Read moreCOHOES, NY, March 3, 2020 (Press Release) -Mohawk Fine Papers, Inc., North America’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of fine papers, envelopes and specialty materials for printing, has released an expanded and refreshed line of Crane Pure Cotton Papers.
Behind every great partnership is a story, and in 2018 Mohawk began a new chapter with the acquisition of Crane’s Stationery. Since then, the two businesses have come together to form an all-star team of dedicated craftspeople, committed to stewarding Crane’s 200-year papermaking legacy. In developing the updated Crane Papers portfolio, product and marketing teams at Mohawk collaborated to create products that celebrate heritage while serving all the current and future uses of paper.
Melissa Stevens, Chief Revenue Officer at Mohawk, said the partnership has been a success from the start. “Mohawk has always had craftsmanship at its core, and Crane was built on a legacy of cotton papermaking,” Stevens said. “The combined knowledge and artistry at these two companies opens up remarkable possibilities for innovation.”
The refreshed Crane Cotton Papers portfolio includes:
Crane Papers Swatchbook
Mohawk’s newest swatchbook of Crane Papers represents a reinvigorated portfolio that demonstrates Mohawk’s commitment to the legacy of expertly crafted American paper. The book contains the most comprehensive and versatile collection of pure cotton papers on the market today.
Every color, finish, and basis weight available in the Crane Papers portfolio is represented across four stunning waterfalls of paper swatches. The new swatchbook also features stock listings and details for each of the grades.
Make with Mohawk Print Set 03: Crane’s Lettra + Letterpress
In support of the refreshed Crane Papers portfolio, Mohawk is introducing Make with Mohawk Print Set 03. Print Set 03 is the third in a three-part series pairing specific printing processes with select Mohawk papers. For this set, Crane’s Lettra is paired with one, two, and three-color letterpress printing.
“Crane’s Lettra is the perfect paper to bring out the tactile beauty unique to letterpress,” said Chris Harrold, Senior VP of Marketing and Creative at Mohawk. “Today, as designers increasingly crave a contrast to the slick experience of a screen, Lettra and letterpress offer the perfect high-touch alternative.”
For Print Set 03, three heavy weights of Crane’s Lettra were chosen to serve the vision of three featured artists:
Crane’s Lettra + Letterpress prints and cards are also available for a limited time through the pop-up Make with Mohawk Printshop: a new online resource that challenges designers to create their own work using the same papers + processes demonstrated in the Make with Mohawk Print Set series, powered by TOG.ink.
The Crane Papers swatchbook and Make with Mohawk Print Set 03 were designed by Hybrid Design of San Francisco, CA and skillfully printed by Fey Printing of Wisconsin Rapids, WI with letterpress prints printed by The Occasions Group in Mankato, MN. To order a swatchbook, print set or paper samples, contact your local Mohawk Representative or merchant or order online at mohawkconnects.com.
ABOUT MOHAWK
At its core, Mohawk is a company of makers. A family-owned business since 1931, it serves the creative needs of designers, brand-owners, and printers in more than 60 countries with carefully crafted papers designed to make print more beautiful, effective, and memorable. It sources pulp responsibly, conserves the water its craft relies on, and harnesses wind power for its mills. Mohawk papers help print go from simply good to truly great.
ABOUT CRANE
Since 1801, Crane Stationery has been synonymous with exquisite personalized and hand-crafted stationery. The world’s premium purveyor of social stationery products, Crane proudly offers a portfolio of three premium brands, Crane & Co., William Arthur and Vera Wang, each with unique signature styles. Created by highly skilled artisans in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, Crane Stationery continues to celebrate treasured social connections and life’s milestones through its exquisite quality, design and craftsmanship.
COHOES, NY, March 3, 2020 (Press Release) -Mohawk Fine Papers, Inc., North America’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of fine papers, envelopes and specialty materials for printing, has released an expanded and refreshed line of Crane Pure Cotton Papers.
Behind every great partnership is a story, and in 2018 Mohawk began a new chapter with the acquisition of Crane’s Stationery. Since then, the two businesses have come together to form an all-star team of dedicated craftspeople, committed to stewarding Crane’s 200-year papermaking legacy. In developing the updated Crane Papers portfolio, product and marketing teams at Mohawk collaborated to create products that celebrate heritage while serving all the current and future uses of paper.
Melissa Stevens, Chief Revenue Officer at Mohawk, said the partnership has been a success from the start. “Mohawk has always had craftsmanship at its core, and Crane was built on a legacy of cotton papermaking,” Stevens said. “The combined knowledge and artistry at these two companies opens up remarkable possibilities for innovation.”
The refreshed Crane Cotton Papers portfolio includes:
Crane Papers Swatchbook
Mohawk’s newest swatchbook of Crane Papers represents a reinvigorated portfolio that demonstrates Mohawk’s commitment to the legacy of expertly crafted American paper. The book contains the most comprehensive and versatile collection of pure cotton papers on the market today.
Every color, finish, and basis weight available in the Crane Papers portfolio is represented across four stunning waterfalls of paper swatches. The new swatchbook also features stock listings and details for each of the grades.
Make with Mohawk Print Set 03: Crane’s Lettra + Letterpress
In support of the refreshed Crane Papers portfolio, Mohawk is introducing Make with Mohawk Print Set 03. Print Set 03 is the third in a three-part series pairing specific printing processes with select Mohawk papers. For this set, Crane’s Lettra is paired with one, two, and three-color letterpress printing.
“Crane’s Lettra is the perfect paper to bring out the tactile beauty unique to letterpress,” said Chris Harrold, Senior VP of Marketing and Creative at Mohawk. “Today, as designers increasingly crave a contrast to the slick experience of a screen, Lettra and letterpress offer the perfect high-touch alternative.”
For Print Set 03, three heavy weights of Crane’s Lettra were chosen to serve the vision of three featured artists:
Crane’s Lettra + Letterpress prints and cards are also available for a limited time through the pop-up Make with Mohawk Printshop: a new online resource that challenges designers to create their own work using the same papers + processes demonstrated in the Make with Mohawk Print Set series, powered by TOG.ink.
The Crane Papers swatchbook and Make with Mohawk Print Set 03 were designed by Hybrid Design of San Francisco, CA and skillfully printed by Fey Printing of Wisconsin Rapids, WI with letterpress prints printed by The Occasions Group in Mankato, MN. To order a swatchbook, print set or paper samples, contact your local Mohawk Representative or merchant or order online at mohawkconnects.com.
ABOUT MOHAWK
At its core, Mohawk is a company of makers. A family-owned business since 1931, it serves the creative needs of designers, brand-owners, and printers in more than 60 countries with carefully crafted papers designed to make print more beautiful, effective, and memorable. It sources pulp responsibly, conserves the water its craft relies on, and harnesses wind power for its mills. Mohawk papers help print go from simply good to truly great.
ABOUT CRANE
Since 1801, Crane Stationery has been synonymous with exquisite personalized and hand-crafted stationery. The world’s premium purveyor of social stationery products, Crane proudly offers a portfolio of three premium brands, Crane & Co., William Arthur and Vera Wang, each with unique signature styles. Created by highly skilled artisans in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, Crane Stationery continues to celebrate treasured social connections and life’s milestones through its exquisite quality, design and craftsmanship.
Read moreGRAZ, Austria, March 3, 2020 (Press Release) -International technology group ANDRITZ will be exhibiting its broad range of proven and also new technologies, services, and automation solutions for the water, wastewater, waste management, and raw materials industries at the IFAT 2020 show in Munich, Germany, from May 4–8, 2020, booth 439 in hall A1 and booth 151/250 in hall B6.
At the world’s leading fair for environmental technologies, ANDRITZ will be presenting its products in hall A1 as a supplier of efficient and sustainable, complete solutions for water and wastewater management with the motto “ONE COMPANY. ONE MISSION. ONE SUSTAINABILITY.” Special focus will be on innovations like the standard water pump series ES05, the new series of Aqua-Screen fine screens, the ANDRITZ decanter centrifuge DU, and intelligent control systems for pumps, separation and filtration equipment, but also complete processes.
In contrast, the international technology group will be showing its portfolio for efficient waste treatment in the B6 recycling hall, with everything from single machines to complete lines with full service. Special attention will be given here to the newly developed secondary-shredder with extremely high throughput.
ONE COMPANY. ONE MISSION. ONE SUSTAINABILITY.
With this motto, ANDRITZ will be presenting its complete product and service portfolio for the water and wastewater management process for the first time at the 196 m2 booth 439 in hall A1. Divided into the individual key processes – water intake, pumping, screening and filtration, thickening, dewatering, thermal treatment, and system control – the ANDRITZ process experts will provide a detailed and informative insight into the comprehensive product portfolio and the most important new features as well as presenting results from relevant projects.
Environmentally friendly screens for water intake
The process described begins with the ANDRITZ water intake screens. Used in many different applications such as drinking water and process water production, the abstraction area is a wedge wire screen with fine slots and made entirely of stainless steel. The open area of the screen is large enough for marine life to swim over it safely, thus complying with all American and European environmental requirements.
A highlight of the exhibits in this product segment is the model of an ANDRITZ gravitary filter. This is the ideal economical alternative to plastic filter cartridge plants. Made of 100% stainless steel, the filter never becomes porous and is maintenance-free for its entire lifetime. This guarantees a smooth filtration process in the long term without expensive repairs or plant shutdowns. In addition, the support plate under the wedge wire screen area is made of a continuous perforated stainless steel plate, unlike other commercially available gravitary filters. This achieves perfect water filtration performance as well as even water and air distribution in backwashing phases.
One step ahead with efficient screening
One of the new products at the booth is the modular range of ANDRITZ Aqua-Screen fine screens, which is a high-tech solution integrating all existing screen categories, toothing and a perforated plate system. With a capture rate of up to 85%, the new series provides optimum separation of suspended solids from the water inflow and thus enhances performance in the subsequent wastewater treatment process. The modular concept yields various advantages for the customer, such as reduced maintenance times, fewer spare parts needed, and a user-friendly setting with improved access door and modular pop-out/pop-in design for the screen frame and panels. In addition, the ANDRITZ product portfolio includes a protective device for the membrane bioreactor (MBR) – the ANDRITZ Aqua-Screen MBR fine screen. With a capture rate of up to 99%, it protects the system reliably against damage and system clogging by any form of fibrous material.
Most economical pumping process
In the pumps sector, ANDRITZ will present the new, single-stage centrifugal pump from the ES05 series for the first time at IFAT 2020. This standard water pump features low energy consumption, which results in much lower operating costs. Available with the proven, closed ANDRITZ impeller design, the pump achieves efficiencies of up to 88% and a flow rate of up to 743 m3/h at 50 Hz. The exhibit visualizes that the pump is the ideal solution for conveying clean water without any particles or solids for water supply, distribution to various industries and for the drinking water supply.
Best performance in sludge dewatering
As a global separation specialist, ANDRITZ is showing another new product at IFAT 2020 – the ANDRITZ decanter centrifuge from the DU series. Depending on the sludge quality and process conditions, this unit offers either a high solids dryness, high capacity, low polymer consumption, or low energy consumption. Our separation specialists will be at our booth to provide further insights and show visitors how they can profit to best advantage from this new generation of decanters.
Comprehensive drying solutions from a single source
Based on experience from hundreds of plants worldwide, ANDRITZ helps to minimize disposal costs in order to produce an equally broad portfolio of dried sludge products profitably. With customized solutions for almost any heating medium or subsequent application, the product portfolio includes paddle dryers, belt dryers, fluid bed dryers, and drum dryers complying with ATEX/NFPA regulations. Plant operators can also find out all about our complete process solutions with the necessary test run optimizations or additional technologies at our booth.
From waste to clean energy
ANDRITZ will provide an insight into thermal treatment of residual waste and how to use waste as fuel at booth 439 in hall A1. The ANDRITZ fluidized bed boiler is suitable for thermal treatment of almost all types of fuel, such as RDF (refuse-derived fuel), pre-treated municipal solid waste (MSW) and industrial waste, sludge (e.g. paper sludge, municipal sewage sludge), scrap wood/demolition wood, typical biomass fuels like wood (e.g. wood chips, bark, forestry waste products and sawdust), energy crops, and agricultural waste.
Well-designed IIoT solutions and reliable service providers
The international technology group offers a series of advanced automation and digitalization solutions under the Metris umbrella brand for new and existing plants. In this field, the intelligent ANDRITZ filter press and the ANDRITZ pump controller are the main focus at IFAT 2020.
The intelligent filter press from ANDRITZ is equipped with a Metris addIQ control system and the Lenser filter element in this press with a sensor. Thus, the residual moisture content in the filter cake can be measured and monitored online. The cycle time is optimized on the basis of this information because it triggers appropriate measures automatically, such as stopping filtration whenever nominal target values are reached instead of allowing certain filtration times to elapse and thus lose capacity. This filter element can reduce the filtration time by up to 20%, enables the target values to be adjusted flexibly and delivers reproducible process results. In addition, intelligent filter cloth washing, hydraulic closure supervision as well as hydraulic oil and filtrate quality monitoring reduce the operating costs and contribute towards creating optimum operating conditions.
The ANDRITZ pump controller (APC) is another innovation that ANDRITZ is presenting to the market for the first time at IFAT 2020. This is a technology for flexible control of up to six pumps of different sizes and output that are interconnected to form a complete assembly. Various different functions, such as operating, display, reporting, control and adjustment of such defined control variables as pressure, head and flow rate are provided in a central and compact unit – the APC. The control system is pre-programmed to the plant’s general conditions, with the result that no trained personnel, nor any equipment or programming skills are needed on site for start-up. With the different configuration options, operating modes and available sensors can be integrated into the system with just a few clicks. Besides direct control on site, it is also possible to access the APC at any time and from anywhere in the world by means of a remote interface.
However, the know-how does not end with the technology – ANDRITZ is a full-service provider, regardless of whether the customer requires spare parts, rental machinery, upgrades or plant modernization. The ANDRITZ specialists are the right people to contact – from preliminary consultation through to service contracts, process optimization and training programs – in order to reduce downtime to a minimum, increase predictability in operations and enhance the overall efficiency of production operations sustainably.
The experts at our booth can also provide information about a new product for pump service by showing an exhibit: the screw conveyor made of the highly wear-resistant material Robalon. Compared to conventional steel screws, it achieves energy savings of up to 30% and efficiency increases of up to 15%. The material features excellent sliding properties, extreme wear resistance, high impact resistance and very good resistance to chemicals.
A world of recycling
From single machines to complete plants and full services, ANDRITZ Recycling is presenting its broad product portfolio as well as the latest technological developments in the recycling industry at booth 151/250 in hall B6. Innovation is reflected not only in the portfolio, but also at the booth itself. On an area of 108 m2 , visitors not only have the opportunity to discover key equipment in augmented reality, but also complete recycling plants in virtual reality. In addition to numerous innovative recycling solutions from the IIoT sector, the exhibit showing the latest product development is the highlight at the stand. The new secondary shredder impresses with its robust design and resulting long lifetime. With a rotor length of 3,200 mm, it achieves an exceptionally high throughput and is thus ideal for processing large quantities of waste reliably in the RDF, MSW and commercial and industrial waste (C&I) application sectors.
ANDRITZ GROUP
ANDRITZ is an international technology group providing plants, systems, equipment, and services for various industries. The company is one of the technology and global market leaders in the hydropower business, the pulp and paper industry, the metal working and steel industries, and in solid/liquid separation in the municipal and industrial segments. Other important fields of business are animal feed and biomass pelleting, as well as automation, where ANDRITZ offers a wide range of innovative products and services in the IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) sector under the brand name of Metris. In addition, the company is active in power generation (steam boiler plants, biomass power plants, recovery boilers, and gasification plants) and environmental technology (flue gas and exhaust gas cleaning plants) and offers equipment for the production of nonwovens, dissolving pulp, and panelboard, as well as recycling plants.
ANDRITZ stands for passion, partnership, perspectives and versatility – core values to which the company is committed. The listed Group is headquartered in Graz, Austria. With almost 170 years of experience, 29,700 employees, and more than 280 locations in over 40 countries worldwide, ANDRITZ is a reliable and competent partner and helps its customers to achieve their corporate and sustainability goals.
GRAZ, Austria, March 3, 2020 (Press Release) -International technology group ANDRITZ will be exhibiting its broad range of proven and also new technologies, services, and automation solutions for the water, wastewater, waste management, and raw materials industries at the IFAT 2020 show in Munich, Germany, from May 4–8, 2020, booth 439 in hall A1 and booth 151/250 in hall B6.
At the world’s leading fair for environmental technologies, ANDRITZ will be presenting its products in hall A1 as a supplier of efficient and sustainable, complete solutions for water and wastewater management with the motto “ONE COMPANY. ONE MISSION. ONE SUSTAINABILITY.” Special focus will be on innovations like the standard water pump series ES05, the new series of Aqua-Screen fine screens, the ANDRITZ decanter centrifuge DU, and intelligent control systems for pumps, separation and filtration equipment, but also complete processes.
In contrast, the international technology group will be showing its portfolio for efficient waste treatment in the B6 recycling hall, with everything from single machines to complete lines with full service. Special attention will be given here to the newly developed secondary-shredder with extremely high throughput.
ONE COMPANY. ONE MISSION. ONE SUSTAINABILITY.
With this motto, ANDRITZ will be presenting its complete product and service portfolio for the water and wastewater management process for the first time at the 196 m2 booth 439 in hall A1. Divided into the individual key processes – water intake, pumping, screening and filtration, thickening, dewatering, thermal treatment, and system control – the ANDRITZ process experts will provide a detailed and informative insight into the comprehensive product portfolio and the most important new features as well as presenting results from relevant projects.
Environmentally friendly screens for water intake
The process described begins with the ANDRITZ water intake screens. Used in many different applications such as drinking water and process water production, the abstraction area is a wedge wire screen with fine slots and made entirely of stainless steel. The open area of the screen is large enough for marine life to swim over it safely, thus complying with all American and European environmental requirements.
A highlight of the exhibits in this product segment is the model of an ANDRITZ gravitary filter. This is the ideal economical alternative to plastic filter cartridge plants. Made of 100% stainless steel, the filter never becomes porous and is maintenance-free for its entire lifetime. This guarantees a smooth filtration process in the long term without expensive repairs or plant shutdowns. In addition, the support plate under the wedge wire screen area is made of a continuous perforated stainless steel plate, unlike other commercially available gravitary filters. This achieves perfect water filtration performance as well as even water and air distribution in backwashing phases.
One step ahead with efficient screening
One of the new products at the booth is the modular range of ANDRITZ Aqua-Screen fine screens, which is a high-tech solution integrating all existing screen categories, toothing and a perforated plate system. With a capture rate of up to 85%, the new series provides optimum separation of suspended solids from the water inflow and thus enhances performance in the subsequent wastewater treatment process. The modular concept yields various advantages for the customer, such as reduced maintenance times, fewer spare parts needed, and a user-friendly setting with improved access door and modular pop-out/pop-in design for the screen frame and panels. In addition, the ANDRITZ product portfolio includes a protective device for the membrane bioreactor (MBR) – the ANDRITZ Aqua-Screen MBR fine screen. With a capture rate of up to 99%, it protects the system reliably against damage and system clogging by any form of fibrous material.
Most economical pumping process
In the pumps sector, ANDRITZ will present the new, single-stage centrifugal pump from the ES05 series for the first time at IFAT 2020. This standard water pump features low energy consumption, which results in much lower operating costs. Available with the proven, closed ANDRITZ impeller design, the pump achieves efficiencies of up to 88% and a flow rate of up to 743 m3/h at 50 Hz. The exhibit visualizes that the pump is the ideal solution for conveying clean water without any particles or solids for water supply, distribution to various industries and for the drinking water supply.
Best performance in sludge dewatering
As a global separation specialist, ANDRITZ is showing another new product at IFAT 2020 – the ANDRITZ decanter centrifuge from the DU series. Depending on the sludge quality and process conditions, this unit offers either a high solids dryness, high capacity, low polymer consumption, or low energy consumption. Our separation specialists will be at our booth to provide further insights and show visitors how they can profit to best advantage from this new generation of decanters.
Comprehensive drying solutions from a single source
Based on experience from hundreds of plants worldwide, ANDRITZ helps to minimize disposal costs in order to produce an equally broad portfolio of dried sludge products profitably. With customized solutions for almost any heating medium or subsequent application, the product portfolio includes paddle dryers, belt dryers, fluid bed dryers, and drum dryers complying with ATEX/NFPA regulations. Plant operators can also find out all about our complete process solutions with the necessary test run optimizations or additional technologies at our booth.
From waste to clean energy
ANDRITZ will provide an insight into thermal treatment of residual waste and how to use waste as fuel at booth 439 in hall A1. The ANDRITZ fluidized bed boiler is suitable for thermal treatment of almost all types of fuel, such as RDF (refuse-derived fuel), pre-treated municipal solid waste (MSW) and industrial waste, sludge (e.g. paper sludge, municipal sewage sludge), scrap wood/demolition wood, typical biomass fuels like wood (e.g. wood chips, bark, forestry waste products and sawdust), energy crops, and agricultural waste.
Well-designed IIoT solutions and reliable service providers
The international technology group offers a series of advanced automation and digitalization solutions under the Metris umbrella brand for new and existing plants. In this field, the intelligent ANDRITZ filter press and the ANDRITZ pump controller are the main focus at IFAT 2020.
The intelligent filter press from ANDRITZ is equipped with a Metris addIQ control system and the Lenser filter element in this press with a sensor. Thus, the residual moisture content in the filter cake can be measured and monitored online. The cycle time is optimized on the basis of this information because it triggers appropriate measures automatically, such as stopping filtration whenever nominal target values are reached instead of allowing certain filtration times to elapse and thus lose capacity. This filter element can reduce the filtration time by up to 20%, enables the target values to be adjusted flexibly and delivers reproducible process results. In addition, intelligent filter cloth washing, hydraulic closure supervision as well as hydraulic oil and filtrate quality monitoring reduce the operating costs and contribute towards creating optimum operating conditions.
The ANDRITZ pump controller (APC) is another innovation that ANDRITZ is presenting to the market for the first time at IFAT 2020. This is a technology for flexible control of up to six pumps of different sizes and output that are interconnected to form a complete assembly. Various different functions, such as operating, display, reporting, control and adjustment of such defined control variables as pressure, head and flow rate are provided in a central and compact unit – the APC. The control system is pre-programmed to the plant’s general conditions, with the result that no trained personnel, nor any equipment or programming skills are needed on site for start-up. With the different configuration options, operating modes and available sensors can be integrated into the system with just a few clicks. Besides direct control on site, it is also possible to access the APC at any time and from anywhere in the world by means of a remote interface.
However, the know-how does not end with the technology – ANDRITZ is a full-service provider, regardless of whether the customer requires spare parts, rental machinery, upgrades or plant modernization. The ANDRITZ specialists are the right people to contact – from preliminary consultation through to service contracts, process optimization and training programs – in order to reduce downtime to a minimum, increase predictability in operations and enhance the overall efficiency of production operations sustainably.
The experts at our booth can also provide information about a new product for pump service by showing an exhibit: the screw conveyor made of the highly wear-resistant material Robalon. Compared to conventional steel screws, it achieves energy savings of up to 30% and efficiency increases of up to 15%. The material features excellent sliding properties, extreme wear resistance, high impact resistance and very good resistance to chemicals.
A world of recycling
From single machines to complete plants and full services, ANDRITZ Recycling is presenting its broad product portfolio as well as the latest technological developments in the recycling industry at booth 151/250 in hall B6. Innovation is reflected not only in the portfolio, but also at the booth itself. On an area of 108 m2 , visitors not only have the opportunity to discover key equipment in augmented reality, but also complete recycling plants in virtual reality. In addition to numerous innovative recycling solutions from the IIoT sector, the exhibit showing the latest product development is the highlight at the stand. The new secondary shredder impresses with its robust design and resulting long lifetime. With a rotor length of 3,200 mm, it achieves an exceptionally high throughput and is thus ideal for processing large quantities of waste reliably in the RDF, MSW and commercial and industrial waste (C&I) application sectors.
ANDRITZ GROUP
ANDRITZ is an international technology group providing plants, systems, equipment, and services for various industries. The company is one of the technology and global market leaders in the hydropower business, the pulp and paper industry, the metal working and steel industries, and in solid/liquid separation in the municipal and industrial segments. Other important fields of business are animal feed and biomass pelleting, as well as automation, where ANDRITZ offers a wide range of innovative products and services in the IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) sector under the brand name of Metris. In addition, the company is active in power generation (steam boiler plants, biomass power plants, recovery boilers, and gasification plants) and environmental technology (flue gas and exhaust gas cleaning plants) and offers equipment for the production of nonwovens, dissolving pulp, and panelboard, as well as recycling plants.
ANDRITZ stands for passion, partnership, perspectives and versatility – core values to which the company is committed. The listed Group is headquartered in Graz, Austria. With almost 170 years of experience, 29,700 employees, and more than 280 locations in over 40 countries worldwide, ANDRITZ is a reliable and competent partner and helps its customers to achieve their corporate and sustainability goals.
Read moreCAMAS, WA, Feb. 28, 2020 (Local News) -A little more than two years after Georgia-Pacific (GP) announced a major restructuring that eliminated close to 300 positions, closed the “Roaring 20” office paper line and shuttered pulp operations at the Camas paper mill, the company says it is reinvesting in the local manufacturing plant.
GP officials told its 150 Camas employees last week that the company is investing $15 million in capital improvements to make the remaining paper towel line more competitive and the plant itself more environmentally sustainable.
“The approval of these key projects is great news and I want to thank our 150 team members for their hard work and dedication this past year,” Shawn Wood, vice president and manager of the Camas mill, stated in a news release.
Camas Post Record - Georgia-Pacific reinvesting in Camas paper mill
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CAMAS, WA, Feb. 28, 2020 (Local News) -A little more than two years after Georgia-Pacific (GP) announced a major restructuring that eliminated close to 300 positions, closed the “Roaring 20” office paper line and shuttered pulp operations at the Camas paper mill, the company says it is reinvesting in the local manufacturing plant.
GP officials told its 150 Camas employees last week that the company is investing $15 million in capital improvements to make the remaining paper towel line more competitive and the plant itself more environmentally sustainable.
“The approval of these key projects is great news and I want to thank our 150 team members for their hard work and dedication this past year,” Shawn Wood, vice president and manager of the Camas mill, stated in a news release.
Camas Post Record - Georgia-Pacific reinvesting in Camas paper mill
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Read moreHELSINKI, Feb. 28, 2020 (Press Release) -Children’s interest in recycling plays a big role in the degree to which families recycle their household waste, a new survey by Arla Finland and UPM finds. Nearly every third Finnish family has increased recycling thanks to children. Kierrätyskamut (Recycling Buddies), the new augmented reality game for kids from Arla and UPM, seeks to encourage families to increase their recycling efforts.
A survey for Arla and UPM conducted in February sought to find out what Finnish families think about the circular economy and recycling of food packaging. Four respondents out of five believe that small changes in daily routines, such as recycling food packaging, are significant in combating climate change.
The survey indicates that almost every third Finnish family is recycling more due to their children’s interest in recycling. Although children play an important role, there is still room for improvement. Families would like to receive information on recycling from companies, and 92% of respondents think that companies should guide and encourage consumers in the recycling of their product packaging.
Recycling Buddies teach families recycling skills
Together, Arla and UPM are striving to establish a circular economy and provide better recycling skills for families. The companies are launching a mobile game featuring Aamu the cat and the bird characters from the Arla Luonto+ product range. Using augmented reality functions, the game focuses on recycling themes and teaches players to make better choices in their daily lives through various tasks. The game can be acquired by scanning an Arla wood-based milk carton or a Luonto+ yoghurt carton with a mobile phone and the Arilyn app.
"Arla is working towards the goal of recycling all of their product packaging. What might usually be referred to as waste is actually valuable raw material. If recycled properly an empty yoghurt container, for instance, can be converted into another item. The Arla Luonto+ brand is a natural channel for us to convey these important themes," says Kati Janhunen, Brand & Category Manager at Arla.
Mitigating global warming through cooperation and innovation
Arla and UPM are tackling the climate change challenge together. A big difference can be made by large companies working together to achieve this goal. The Kierrätyskamut recycling game is the latest example of a series of innovations by Arla and UPM working towards a circular economy and the continuation of a major packaging reform carried out last year. Through this Arla replaced the materials of their ridge-shaped packaging for milk, yoghurt and other food products with entirely renewable materials – representing an annual output of more than 40 million units.
The plastic used on the inside surface of Arla cartons is now 100% wood-based. The raw material is UPM BioVerno, a Finnish innovation, which is made from crude tall oil extracted in the pulp production process. UPM BioVerno is produced at the UPM Biorefinery in Lappeenranta.
"Arla's goal is to be a carbon-neutral dairy. That is why our milk production chain is transparent, we have identified the impact of our operations on climate and we are reducing the carbon footprint of our milk step by step. Innovations made in cooperation with our partners are critical in promoting sustainable development. The change will not happen if we stick to the old methods," said Kai Gyllström, CEO of Arla Oy.
UPM is committed to the UN’s Business Ambition for 1.5°C. The company strives to mitigate climate change and drive long-term value creation through climate-positive forestry, innovating novel products, and reducing our CO2 emissions by 65%.
"UPM will replace fossil-based raw materials with renewable materials, and the cooperation with Arla is an excellent example of this. It is fantastic that we are now also promoting recycling and a circular economy with this innovative Kierrätyskamut game," adds Panu Routasalo, Vice President, UPM Biofuels.
A survey on attitudes and practices related to circular economy in families
The survey was conducted using the Kantar TNS electronic survey panel from February 12-21 this year. The respondents were parents of primary school children. The sample size was 1,099 respondents and the key findings were:
UPM
We deliver renewable and responsible solutions and innovate for a future beyond fossils across six business areas: UPM Biorefining, UPM Energy, UPM Raflatac, UPM Specialty Papers, UPM Communication Papers and UPM Plywood. As the industry leader in responsibility we are committed to the UN Business Ambition for 1.5°C and the science-based targets to mitigate climate change. We employ 18,700 people worldwide and our annual sales are approximately EUR 10.2 billion. Our shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. UPM Biofore – Beyond fossils.
HELSINKI, Feb. 28, 2020 (Press Release) -Children’s interest in recycling plays a big role in the degree to which families recycle their household waste, a new survey by Arla Finland and UPM finds. Nearly every third Finnish family has increased recycling thanks to children. Kierrätyskamut (Recycling Buddies), the new augmented reality game for kids from Arla and UPM, seeks to encourage families to increase their recycling efforts.
A survey for Arla and UPM conducted in February sought to find out what Finnish families think about the circular economy and recycling of food packaging. Four respondents out of five believe that small changes in daily routines, such as recycling food packaging, are significant in combating climate change.
The survey indicates that almost every third Finnish family is recycling more due to their children’s interest in recycling. Although children play an important role, there is still room for improvement. Families would like to receive information on recycling from companies, and 92% of respondents think that companies should guide and encourage consumers in the recycling of their product packaging.
Recycling Buddies teach families recycling skills
Together, Arla and UPM are striving to establish a circular economy and provide better recycling skills for families. The companies are launching a mobile game featuring Aamu the cat and the bird characters from the Arla Luonto+ product range. Using augmented reality functions, the game focuses on recycling themes and teaches players to make better choices in their daily lives through various tasks. The game can be acquired by scanning an Arla wood-based milk carton or a Luonto+ yoghurt carton with a mobile phone and the Arilyn app.
"Arla is working towards the goal of recycling all of their product packaging. What might usually be referred to as waste is actually valuable raw material. If recycled properly an empty yoghurt container, for instance, can be converted into another item. The Arla Luonto+ brand is a natural channel for us to convey these important themes," says Kati Janhunen, Brand & Category Manager at Arla.
Mitigating global warming through cooperation and innovation
Arla and UPM are tackling the climate change challenge together. A big difference can be made by large companies working together to achieve this goal. The Kierrätyskamut recycling game is the latest example of a series of innovations by Arla and UPM working towards a circular economy and the continuation of a major packaging reform carried out last year. Through this Arla replaced the materials of their ridge-shaped packaging for milk, yoghurt and other food products with entirely renewable materials – representing an annual output of more than 40 million units.
The plastic used on the inside surface of Arla cartons is now 100% wood-based. The raw material is UPM BioVerno, a Finnish innovation, which is made from crude tall oil extracted in the pulp production process. UPM BioVerno is produced at the UPM Biorefinery in Lappeenranta.
"Arla's goal is to be a carbon-neutral dairy. That is why our milk production chain is transparent, we have identified the impact of our operations on climate and we are reducing the carbon footprint of our milk step by step. Innovations made in cooperation with our partners are critical in promoting sustainable development. The change will not happen if we stick to the old methods," said Kai Gyllström, CEO of Arla Oy.
UPM is committed to the UN’s Business Ambition for 1.5°C. The company strives to mitigate climate change and drive long-term value creation through climate-positive forestry, innovating novel products, and reducing our CO2 emissions by 65%.
"UPM will replace fossil-based raw materials with renewable materials, and the cooperation with Arla is an excellent example of this. It is fantastic that we are now also promoting recycling and a circular economy with this innovative Kierrätyskamut game," adds Panu Routasalo, Vice President, UPM Biofuels.
A survey on attitudes and practices related to circular economy in families
The survey was conducted using the Kantar TNS electronic survey panel from February 12-21 this year. The respondents were parents of primary school children. The sample size was 1,099 respondents and the key findings were:
UPM
We deliver renewable and responsible solutions and innovate for a future beyond fossils across six business areas: UPM Biorefining, UPM Energy, UPM Raflatac, UPM Specialty Papers, UPM Communication Papers and UPM Plywood. As the industry leader in responsibility we are committed to the UN Business Ambition for 1.5°C and the science-based targets to mitigate climate change. We employ 18,700 people worldwide and our annual sales are approximately EUR 10.2 billion. Our shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. UPM Biofore – Beyond fossils.
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