Moscow. Oct 21, 2009. /Lesprom Network/. A Metso-supplied fine paper production line of the Portucel Soporcel group was successfully started up at the group's Setúbal mill in Portugal. The 11.1-m-wide (wire) PM 4 will produce close to 500,000 tonnes of uncoated fine papers annually, Metso said in a press release received by Lesprom Network. Metso's delivery included a complete OptiConcept paper machine line from headbox to roll handling, with related air systems and some stock preparation equipment. Metso also supplied an extensive automation package, including a quality control system with web-wide non-scanning moisture measurement, wet end analyzers, machine controls as well as a runnability and condition monitoring system.
The new Setúbal PM 4 is the largest and most sophisticated paper machine in the world for the production of uncoated fine papers. The new Metso-supplied PM 4 at Setúbal will produce close to 500,000 tonnes of uncoated fine papers annually.
The Portucel Soporcel group has three mills producing pulp and paper, situated at Setúbal, Figueira da Foz and Cacia.
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