The order value was not disclosed. Credit: T. Schneider via Shutterstock.

Valmet, a supplier of technologies and automation services for the pulp and paper industry, has received an order to supply a new bleached chemi-thermomechanical pulp (BCTMP) line and a related evaporator line to JK Paper’s Fort Songadh mill in India. 

The BCTMP line will incorporate Valmet’s high-temperature (HT)-BCTMP technology, which can produce pulp with high bulk and low shive content, optimising energy consumption.  

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The line will feature all main process technology for chip washing, presteaming, PREX impregnation, HC refining, MC bleaching, and others.  

In addition, Valmet will deliver a Mechanical Vapor Recompression tube evaporator plant, which will handle the BCTMP plant liquor and is designed to produce cleaner condensate for recycling within the mill.  

The evaporator line will have a design capacity of 180 tonnes of water per hour. 

JK Paper president AS Mehta said: “The new BCTMP and evaporator line will play a crucial role in our production process, enabling us to meet increasing market demands while adhering to the highest quality and environmental responsibility standards.” 

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The value of the order, which was included in Valmet’s second-quarter 2024 awards received, has not been disclosed.  

The start-up for the new line is scheduled for the end of 2025.  

Valmet Asia Pacific Pulp and Energy vice-president Fredrik Willgottson said: “The BCTMP order from JK Paper marks a significant continuation of our cooperation. We are privileged that Valmet has been chosen to contribute to their ongoing success. 

“Our advanced HT-BCTMP and evaporator line technologies will enhance their production capabilities and support their efforts to minimise environmental impact through energy-efficient and resource-saving solutions.” 

JK Paper is a producer of paper products, including office papers, coated papers, and high-end packaging boards in India. 

Recently, Valmet secured a winder rebuild contract for VPK Paper Normandie in Alizay, France.