Valmet’s Advanced Automation Solutions for Tissue Production

─Integrated Solutions Lead the Way for the Future─

Abstract

The tissue production industry faces instability due to labor shortages and generational skill gaps. As the only full-scope Original Equipment Manufacturer （OEM）, Valmet offers integrated solutions covering the entire process from raw material preparation to converting, providing a robust response to industry challenges.

Valmet DNAe （Distributed Network Architecture evolved） is a scalable, next-generation integrated automation system that controls and optimizes the entire tissue production line. It unifies process control （DCS）, quality control （QCS）, analyzers, instrumentation, drive control, and machine control into a single platform, eliminating the need for complex system linkages. Valmet IQ Quality Control System （QCS） holds a strong market share and delivers innovative measurement technologies. The Valmet IQ IR Fiber uses non-nuclear technology to measure basis weight and moisture, eliminating the need for radiation management and reducing total cost of ownership （TCO） by up to 75%. The Valmet IQ Softness is the world’s first online softness sensor, using advanced image processing to objectively measure sheet softness and crepe count in real-time during production. Valmet Pulp to Tissue Technology is an advanced process control （APC） solution that optimizes the entire process from raw material preparation to converting. Its core soft sensor uses advanced algorithms to predict final product quality characteristics in real-time, while DNAe’s integrated control automatically maintains key performance indicators （KPIs） such as tissue strength, eliminating over-quality. These advanced Valmet automation solutions maximize customer competitiveness by improving raw material and energy efficiency, minimizing web breaks, enhancing overall equipment efficiency （OEE）, and supporting operators.