Toscotec completed a technological rebuild at WEPA in Giershagen, Germany
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Toscotec supplied a technological upgrade to WEPA at their Giershagen production site in Germany. The project achieved a substantial improvement in machine run-ability and ease of maintenance on one of the mill’s paper machines.
Rebuild into Crescent Former
Toscotec rebuilt the wet end section of the machine from Tisco Former into a Crescent Former configuration, including mechanical drive system replacement, as well as modification of the machine frame and vacuum system. The associated service package included detailed engineering, dismantling operations of the existing equipment, mechanical erection, erection supervision, commissioning, and start-up assistance.
Frank-Peter Folcz, Mill Manager WEPA Giershagen, is delighted, “As with previous projects, this project was also characterised by good cooperation, preparation and a successful implementation. The result fully met our expectations.”
Gabriele Barattini, Project Manager at Toscotec, says, “Toscotec has a long-standing and strong partnership with WEPA, which makes our daily cooperation very productive. This extensive technological upgrade allowed WEPA Giershagen to bring the run-ability of the paper machine to a whole new level, improving production efficiency and quality.”
