Valmet to Deliver New Recovery Boiler and Ash Crystallization Plant to Klabin's Monte Alegre Mill

Valmet's delivery is part of Klabin's investment of BRL 1.7 billion (about EUR 285 million) in its Monte Alegre pulp and paper mill in Paraná, Brazil.

Aug. 13, 2024 - Valmet will deliver a new recovery boiler, an ash crystallization plant, and an odorous gas handling system to Klabin's Monte Alegre pulp and paper mill in Paraná, Brazil as part of Klabin's announced modernization project. The delivery includes automation and flow control solutions consisting of extensive optimization systems and control valves.

The value of the order will not be disclosed. However, Valmet said an order of this size with extended scope is typically above EUR 100 million.

The delivery is part of Klabin's investment of BRL 1.7 billion (about EUR 285 million) that seeks the operational continuity of the Monte Alegre mill.

"Klabin Monte Alegre mill modernization project aims to increase the efficiency, competitiveness, and sustainability of the mill, the largest paperboard producer in Brazil," said Edemilson Schroeder Pagano, General Project and Engineering Manager, Klabin. "We strategically chose Valmet because of its technology, suitable interface with the recovery plants, and a good plan for implementation and assembly."

Jussi Mäntyniemi, Vice President, Recovery, Pulp and Energy, Valmet, explained, "The new recovery boiler and ash crystallization with connected optimizers will improve the mill's safety and operational reliability. The collection, handling, and incineration of non-condensable gases will also help reduce the environmental impacts." says Jussi Mäntyniemi, Vice President, Recovery, Pulp and Energy, Valmet.

The new equipment is estimated to be taken into operation by the end of 2026.

Valmet is a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries.

SOURCE: Valmet