Customer case:

Siam Kraft OptiConcept M - energy efficient containerboard making line

Aug 20, 2015

Siam Kraft Industry, a subsidiary of SCG Paper, in Thailand selected Valmet to supply a complete OptiConcept M boardmaking line with extended project implementation. PM 16 started up in October 2014, a full 11 days ahead of schedule, at the Ban Pong mill in Ratchaburi, Thailand. PM16 is a word-class example of energy-efficient production.

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We needed to invest in a more efficient machine, with sufficiently high production speed, the opportunity to take advantage of economies of scale, and the ability to produce high-quality board. Saving energy was one of the drivers behind our investment as well."
Sompob Witworrasakul, Director of the Engineering Division at SCG Paper

Summary

Location Ban Pong mill in Ratchaburi, Thailand
Customer challenge Producing containerboard with low grammages and while simultaneously maintaining high strength properties.
Solution A complete OptiConcept M boardmaking line with extended project implementation.
Results High quality lightweight containerboard making line with world-class energy efficiency.
Keywords Board and paper, Asia-Pacific, New lines

Technical data

Fabric width 7 250 mm
Design speed 1200 m/min
Basis weight range 90-150 g/m2
Annual capacity 308 000 t/y