To supply a new tissue line in the company, Syassky Pulp and Paper Mill in Russia has recently signed an agreement with the Italian manufacturer Toscotec. In a press release Toscotec said that the new machine will replace the existing PM2.

The new Toscotec AHEAD 1.5M crescent former machine consists a single press configuration TT SPR 1050, single layer headbox, a 3660 mm diameter Steel Yankee Dryer TT SYD 12FT and a renewed reel TT REEL-P.

The scope of supply also includes upgrading of the existing stock preparation plant, gas heated hood, approach flow system, steam & condensate system as well as electrification & control system. Engineering and services (erection supervision, commissioning & start up assistance and training) complete the package of Toscotec. The speed of the machine will be up to 1400 mpm with a trim width of 4200 mm, for a daily production of 125 tons.

Due to its high level of technology and Crescent Former configuration the machine will be extremely flexible, compact and capable of producing high quality tissue from virgin pulp (dry & slush) with a reduced energy consumption.

The start up of PM2 is scheduled for the end of this year.

Syassky Pulp and Paper Mill is one of the most modern enterprises of the North West Russian region and the only tissue producer in this area to have an integrated production having the facilities of in line pulp mill, tissue production (PM2 PM3 and PM5) and converting as well as packaging. The Company has been reorganized as joint stock company as to satisfy the growing demand for domestic but also for AFH export markets.

Toscotec is a leading company in the design, manufacturing and delivery of complete plants and equipment s for the production of paper, tissue and board.