Over the Wire

Converted product shipments, parent roll production, and operating rates were up in the first half of2017, while tissue imports and parent roll prices also rose through June.

 

There will be steady increases in demand for liquid paperboard materials across the next five years, according to the latest in-depth industry study from Smithers Pira, U.K.

 

Necessity for deinking, fibrillation, and fiber strength improvements in paper production has enhanced pulp and paper enzymes market growth.

 

BSK pulp exports were down 3.4% y/y, while BSK pulp exports to Mexico fell 16.4%.

 

Stronger wood product exports from Brazil have resulted in higher demand for logs and increasing sawlog prices during 2016 and early 2017. Despite the recent price increases, current prices are below the long-term trend lines in the local currency.

 

During January to May 2017, sector accumulated total exports of $3.3 billion, 3.2% higher than the same period in 2016.

 

The papermaking dry strength agent market is a fragmented market; however, tier 1 and tier 2 manufacturers dominate the market. North America dominates the market with 32%, followed by Europe and Asia-Pacific (forecast to be the fastest growing region).

 

This year, 3M recognized 15 suppliers – among thousands in its global supply base – for world class performance in providing products and/or services.

 

In addition to $105 million condensing turbo-generator at Northwood NBSK pulp mill in Prince George, B.C., Canada, Canfor Pulp Products also will upgrade refining line at its BCTMP mill in Taylor, B.C.

 

Company has been in financial difficulties for quite some time, and recently two major shareholders, which held a stake of 40% and 45%, respectively, reportedly withdrew their capital.

 

Kimberly-Clark also is among top 50 companies overall in nationwide employee satisfaction survey.

 

MNI had been operating under very difficult market conditions, especially declining newsprint demand, and has incurred losses for the past three years.

 

Order includes the latest Voith technologies to minimize energy consumption and achieve maximum efficiency in short fiber usage.

 

Domestic demand for printing paper is in structural decline, with the decrease in the number of children and the increasing availability of electronic media. In particular, coated paper has been recording negative 4% annual growth.

 

Company this week announced approval from the Superior Court of Québec in Connection with the transaction.

 

Huge hole did not damage the mill, but operations temporarily had to be halted to carry out repair work.

 

The Cascades Containerboard Packaging plant, which currently employs 148 people, will close no later than Dec. 31, 2018.

 

Company has acquired Deltaplam Embalagens Indústria e Comércio Ltda (Deltaplam), a family owned and operated Brazilian flexible packaging manufacturer.

 

Acquisition allows UPM Raflatac to expand its reach in the Texas and Southwestern U.S. label markets by being highly responsive and offering a wider range of its high-quality products with fast turnaround.

 

Producer of recycled paper tubes and cores has purchased a new recutting line, bringing its total to 29.

 

New paper is the latest addition to company’s Excellent Collection product line.

 

Company is increasing its focus on enabling incubator spaces to feature 3D printing capabilities to their residents because of the unique sharing capabilities of the NVPro.

 

MCE will oversee operations for Ritter Technology LLC, now renamed RitterTech, and its recently acquired divisions: Primet Fluid Power, Tri-State Hose & Fitting, and Fluid Systems Engineering.

 

Jeff Strobach joins Accraply from Barry-Wehmiller, where he was director of strategic market initiatives.

 

Lee Corson is responsible for the efficient and effective logistics strategy of the mill, guided by its third-party certified ISO 9001 Quality Management System and ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.

 

IDCON’s fall courses focus on improving management techniques, skills for planning ahead, and reducing downtime while controlling costs and optimizing the workforce.

 

CorrExpo 2017 is filling up fast, now is the time to register.

 

Michael was a key player in the global converting industry and a member of TAPPI since 2009.

 

Learn from industry professionals in Blown and Cast Film Extrusion and let their expertise enhance yours.

 

TAPPI will be performing its fiscal year-end inventory audit starting Aug. 28, 2017. As a result, TAPPI Press orders will not be shipped from August 28 through September 1.

 

Improve product performance by learning more about surface treatment systems at the Corona & Atmospheric Plasma 101 course.

 

Tissue 2017 offers attendees the opportunity to stay on top of the latest regulatory issues.

 

Liberty Diversified International is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Lead for its Golden Valley, Minn., USA, location.