Case Study: a large U.S. corrugated medium board mill cuts doctor blade costs by 18% with Valmet DoctorCare

a large U.S. corrugated medium board mill cuts doctor blade costs by 18% with Valmet

The customer, a large U.S. corrugated medium board mill, faced challenges with overly complex doctor blade configurations, inconsistent performance, and rising consumable costs. They partnered with vendor Valmet to implement the Valmet DoctorCare program to improve operational efficiency and optimize blade performance.

Valmet implemented its comprehensive DoctorCare program, which included on-site expertise, blade standardization, and performance tracking. This solution provided the customer with an 18% reduction in doctor blade spending within one year, alongside improved reliability and streamlined operations.