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Valmet to Replace a Quality Control System at Papelera del Principado in Spain

Valmet IQ Quality Control System Valmet's delivery consists of a Valmet IQ Quality Control System (QCS) with three scanners and related measurements and controls.

Jan. 29, 2019 - Valmet will supply a Valmet IQ Quality Control System, a related reporting system and a recently launched Valmet DNA IQ Dashboard, to Papelera del Principado, S.A.'s (Paprinsa) cartonboard machine in Spain.

According to Valmet, the systems will improve machine runnability and the overall quality of the end-product.

Valmet's delivery consists of a Valmet IQ Quality Control System (QCS) with three scanners and related measurements and controls. With more process information available, operators will have better control of the paper machine, resulting in improved performance and end-product quality. In addition, faster start-ups and grade changes will increase production efficiency.

The delivery also includes a connection to the existing distributed control system (DCS) and a Valmet DNA IQ Dashboard, which provides real-time and recent history information, allowing users to better react to changing situations.

The comprehensive Valmet IQ Reporting package consists of jumbo roll and customer roll reporting and management of laboratory data. With the help of reporting and laboratory data management, mill operators can follow and control the paper quality and production online, as well as from a history point of view. With the help of the Valmet DNA Roll Monitoring tool, mill operators can easily access any customer roll quality data to confirm quality information for customer orders, if needed.

Paprinsa, located in the province of Lleida, Catalonia, Spain, produces high-quality coated cartonboard for domestic and international markets using 100% recycled fiber.

Valmet is a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. To learn more, please visit: www.valmet.com

SOURCE: Valmet