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.  

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." 

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.