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Supporting Valmet’s climate program targets locally at Tampere Lentokentänkatu office
Valmet aims to reduce CO₂ emissions by 80 percent in its own operations by 2030. One way to achieve this is to improve Valmet locations’ energy efficiency. Concrete actions have been taken at the Lentokentänkatu office.
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Building a winning team in India
The Valmet team in India has been working to develop its team in line with the global ‘Winning Team’ Must-Win. While managers focused on improving managerial and leadership skills, their team members took part in a specially designed training program for non-managers.
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Valmet receives Silver Class Sustainability Award 2018 in RobecoSAM’s annual Sustainability Yearbook
Valmet has received a Silver Class medal in RobecoSAM's annual Sustainability Yearbook 2018 for its excellent sustainability performance. RobecoSAM is an investment specialist focused exclusively on Sustainability Investing. The Yearbook showcases the sustainability performance of the world’s largest companies and includes the top 15% per industry.
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Valmet receives Bronze Class distinction in SAM Sustainability Yearbook 2020
Valmet has received Bronze Class distinction in SAM Sustainability Yearbook 2020 for excellent sustainability performance. Sustainability Yearbook is a comprehensive publication providing in-depth analysis on corporate sustainability.
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Suction roll bearing failure - monitoring and lubrication tips
One of the most sensitive components of the roll, the internal bearing is difficult to maintain and unforgiving when it fails. Accelerometers are an effective means of monitoring and predicting suction roll bearing failure.
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Improved rope runs with minimum changes, two-machine case study
In this case study, two paper machines were rebuilt to improve their rope runs. The rope systems were made much more reliable by making a minimum of changes. Valmet changed the transfer philosophy from tear-off to tail-release. The results were less fouling of return runs and less debris.
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Reviewing Yankee dryer condition and performance with inspections
The Yankee dryer is one of the most essential parts of the tissue machine. This pressure vessel serves as a base for creping, pressing and drying of the paper sheet. Condition and performance of the Yankee should be monitored regularly.
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Uhle boxes - care, handling, cleaning, maintenance and adjustment
Reliable operation of a press section uhle box requires attention to care and handling, as well as routine maintenance. Blades and covers are susceptible to costly damage if improperly handled and maintained.
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Suction couch and press roll packing strip problems, a case study
A paperboard mill suffered from unexplained grooving and chipping in thesuction roll sealing strips. The fog shower was identified as a culprit.
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Reel maintenance: on-the-run monitoring, checks and consumables
Many reel service actions and adjustments are common to all paper machine reels. This article reviews on-the-run (OTR) monitoring of the reel, as well as long-term (20 year) checks such as screw torques and critical seam weldments. Consumables must be inspected and replaced as needed, especially actuators and cylinder seals.
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