Technological advancements in the area of refining can improve fiber development and reduce energy consumption, while new steel alloys extend plate wear. Refining is one of the most important operations in tailoring the fibers to obtain the desired paper properties. Recent advances in refining technology at Metso have concentrated on improving fiber development; reducing energy consumption and minimizing plate wear to reduce maintenance costs. Here we look at several new developments to illustrate how these new trends and technologies are improving the final product quality, raising efficiency and reducing operating costs.
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