Customer case:

Pondercel’s PM 1 paper machine in Mexico was successfully started up in December 2011 after an extensive Valmet- supplied rebuild

Jul 25, 2018

Pondercel’s PM 1 paper machine in Anahuac, Chihuahua in Mexico was successfully started up in December 2011 after an extensive Valmet-supplied rebuild. Valmet’s delivery comprised rebuilds of the forming, press and dryer sections, and modifications to the sizer, reel and winder.

Pondercel Anahuac PM 1 - Capacity increase rebuild in Mexico
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“Thanks to this project, we will definitely be able to stand up to the market, also in the future. We can reduce production costs and also serve our customers better."

Carlos Najar, Plant Manager of Pondercel Anahuac

Summary

Location	Pondercel's Anahuac mill in Chihuahua, Mexico
Solution	Valmet-supplied rebuild comprised rebuilds of the forming, press and dryer sections, and modifications to the sizer, reel, and winder. The scope of the rebuild was vast and also included paper machine ventilation equipment, a chemical system upgrade, a machine control system and process controls. Valmet also supplied clothing for the complete paper machine and took care of installation instructions of machinery and equipment, testing, start-up, production test runs, and operator support after start-up.
Results	Pondercel is targeting a capacity increase level of 22% for the rebuilt PM 1. The machine’s speed has significantly increased since the rebuild.
Keywords	Paper & board, Rebuilds, South America

Technical data

Grade	Uncoated woodfree paper
Basis weight	30 g/m² - 120 g/m²
Wire width	5 650 mm
Design speed	1 000 m/min
Annual capacity	150 000 t/a

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