Valmet delivers a complete automation solution for Ahlstrom-Munksjö’s new glass fiber tissue line in Kentucky, USA

“Having a complete package for the DCS, QCS, and web inspection was a key decision point when deciding on the right vendor. Valmet’s automation solution is well known throughout the pulp and paper industry and selecting one integrated solution for the full scope was crucial in our decision-making criteria. In US we already have Taylorville plant with Valmet DCS and QCS and we are happy to continue the good collaboration between the two companies,” says Juhani Piispa, Engineering & Technology Manager, Ahlstrom-Munksjö.

“This is a very exciting opportunity to continue our partnership with Ahlstrom-Munksjö. We have had great success with the multiple Valmet DNA installations in their pulp and paper facility in Kaukauna, Wisconsin, as well as the Valmet DCS and QCS in Taylorville, Illinois, and agreeing to deliver a complete automation package for the new glass fiber tissue line in Madisonville is another step for our collaboration. Our integrated solution will help Ahlstrom-Munksjö to speed up the training of the team as there aren’t many different and separate solutions to learn,” says Tim Betteridge, Vice President of Automation, North America, Valmet Inc.