Case Study: Schönfelder Papierfabrik achieves safer, stable wire section operation with Valmet upgrade

Schönfelder Papierfabrik upgrades wire section in 10 days with Valmet for stable, vibration-free running

Schönfelder Papierfabrik GmbH, a traditional German family-owned paper mill, faced a challenge with its mechanically worn wire section, which led to unstable operation, increased maintenance time, and a higher risk of accidents during fabric changes. To address this, the mill partnered with Valmet for an upgrade of the wire section to meet the latest technical standards and improve safety.

Valmet implemented a carefully planned wire section upgrade, which was completed a day ahead of the tight ten-day schedule. The solution included new corrosion-resistant components and fabric-change helpers. The results were a vibration-free and stable running production line, significantly improved machine safety complying with the highest standards, and more efficient maintenance without creating bottlenecks, allowing for immediate commercial production after commissioning.

Schönfelder Papierfabrik GmbH