ABB to Supply New-Indy's Catawba Mill with Comprehensive Automation and Power Systems for Paper Machine Conversion Project
New-Indy is undertaking a grade conversion project on the Catawba mill's Number 3 paper machine that will change production from communication papers to containerboard grades.
March 25, 2020 - ABB announced that it will provide New-Indy Containerboard with integrated electrical and automation systems and equipment for a paper machine rebuild project at its pulp and paper mill in Catawba, South Carolina (USA). New-Indy is undertaking a grade conversion project on the Catawba mill's Number 3 paper machine that will change production from communication papers to containerboard grades. The new technology and equipment being installed by ABB comprises paper machine and winder machine drive systems, ABB AbilityTM System 800xA Quality Control System, ABB AbilityTM System 800xA Open Control System, L&W Autoline for automated paper testing, as well as process motors and power products equipment. According to ABB, the integration of these systems will enable a single view of all production activities to ensure the highest levels of process efficiency, product quality, power stability and equipment reliability. "The acquisition of the Catawba Mill and additional investment in its infrastructure will establish one of the most diverse and efficient mill operations in the industry," said Rick Hartman, Chief Operating Officer for New-Indy. "We are excited about the prospects for this mill and the opportunity to supply lightweight kraft linerboard to the industrial packaging marketplace." "Our long and successful history of working closely with both New-Indy's corporate leadership and teams from each of their mills, as well as our ability to deliver and consult on customized systems with the latest technologies and services, were crucial factors in winning this order," said Jim Fisher, US local business manager, Process Industries for ABB. ABB is a pioneering technology leader with a comprehensive offering for digital industries with four customer-focused businesses: Electrification, Industrial Automation, Motion, and Robotics & Discrete Automation, supported by its common ABB Ability™ digital platform. To learn more, visit: wwww.abb.com. SOURCE: ABB |