Valmet has secured an order from Shanxi Qiangwei Paper Co., Ltd. to provide cutting-edge machine vision systems for their paper machine PM 6. The comprehensive supply package encompasses a Valmet IQ Web Inspection System, Valmet IQ Web Monitoring System, and winder control featuring target-stop functionality. This strategic investment is geared towards enhancing operational efficiency and fine-tuning the ultimate quality of the output on the PM 6.

The inclusion of this order was part of Valmet's orders received during the second quarter of 2023. The delivery of these systems is anticipated to occur in the initial quarter of 2024. The financial details of the order will remain undisclosed.

Huang Wenbin, Production Manager of PM 6 at Shanxi Qiangwei Paper Co., Ltd., highlighted Valmet's selection due to their advanced solutions and extensive project track record. The company holds trust in Valmet's state-of-the-art technology and process expertise, expecting an elevation in operational intelligence and automation. He also emphasized the successful prior collaborations with Valmet in other projects, expressing confidence that this endeavor will follow suit.

Richard Sui, Sales Manager of the Automation Systems business line at Valmet, expressed enthusiasm about continuing their partnership with Qiangwei Paper. The integration of advanced image processing solutions will empower Qiangwei Paper to anticipate and preempt web breaks, thereby enhancing operational smoothness and the final product's quality.

Source:valmet.com