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ANDRITZ to Upgrade Evaporation Plant for Moorim P&P, South Korea

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Thursday, February 22, 2024 - Member
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International technology group ANDRITZ has received an order from Moorim P&P, South Korea, to upgrade an evaporation plant at its Ulsan mill, which produces bleached kraft pulp and different types of high-quality paper. The refurbishment will help to increase the mill’s efficiency and reduce consumption of resources.
 
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