Papierfabrik Adolf Jass Schwarza Integrates ABB's L&W Autoline Automatic Paper Testing System

Quality data from the L&W Autoline is collected in the mill's quality management system via integration with the ABB Ability™ System 800xA distributed control system and OPC communication

June 8, 2022 - Papierfabrik Adolf Jass Schwarza (Jass) has successfully integrated ABB's latest L&W Autoline automatic testing solution into its production process, largely replacing manual laboratory measurements.

The paper mill, located in Rudolstadt, Thuringia, Germany, produces light-weight corrugated base papers from 100% recovered paper.

According to ABB, the move is part of wider digitalization project at the mill and brings quality inspection closer to the production floor. Jass operators will gain reliable quality insights faster, enabling them to adjust the process and parameters to ensure increased efficiencies through fewer rejects, saving energy and raw materials usage.

"The integration of L&W Autoline automatic paper testing means we have completed the move from time-consuming manual paper testing so that our personnel can focus on quality adjustments and optimization for our end products," said Dr. Uwe Weiss, Technical and Production Manager, Jass. "We are highly satisfied with its performance and already see the benefits of having more quality data in less time."

Quality data from the L&W Autoline is collected in the mill's quality management system via integration with the ABB Ability™ System 800xA distributed control system and OPC communication, thus adding automated laboratory data to the mill's universal view of product quality.

Felix Schäufler, Sales Specialist, ABB, explained, "Reducing measurement uncertainty or test variability is at the heart of what automating paper testing systems can provide paper mills, enabling papermakers to make more informed decisions and take quicker corrective action.

"The addition of the new L&W Autoline, with the latest software standards, provides closer production control, therefore reducing the number of rejects and saving Jass both energy and raw materials," he added.

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SOURCE: ABB