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stora new1Stora Enso has signed an agreement to divest its offset printed micro-flute packaging plant in Komárom, Hungary to Van Genechten Packaging International S.A., a leading Belgian packaging company. 

The initial cash consideration for the divestment of the shares is approximately EUR 12 million, subject to customary closing day adjustments. The transaction has no material income statement impact and is expected to be completed within one month.

“There have been major changes in the Komárom plant’s customer base, making the plant no longer strategic to Stora Enso. I believe that a new, solid, international owner can give the company the attention it deserves and develop it further in the new situation,” says Gilles van Nieuwenhuyzen, Head of Packaging Solutions division.

Based on 2014 annual figures, the divestment is expected to reduce Stora Enso’s annual sales by EUR 14 million and simultaneously decrease the annual corrugated packaging converting capacity by approximately 15 million m2. The Komárom plant employs approximately 90 people.

About Van Genechten Packaging International S.A.
VGPI is an independent industrial group with seat in Luxembourg. It consists of 11 folding carton factories in 8 countries, leading the European consumer goods industry with printed folding cartons, microflute and other packaging solutions. With an annual turnover of €295 million, the group converts more than 200,000 tons of cardboard each year and employs 1,600 people.

For further information, please contact:
Ulrika Lilja, EVP Global Communications, tel. +46 72 221 9228
Ulla Paajanen-Sainio, SVP Investor Relations, tel. +358 40 763 8767

Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wood and paper on global markets. Our aim is to replace non-renewable materials by innovating and developing new products and services based on wood and other renewable materials. We employ some 27 000 people in more than 35 countries, and our sales in 2014 were EUR 10.2 billion. Stora Enso shares are listed on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki (STEAV, STERV) and Stockholm (STE A, STE R). In addition, the shares are traded in the USA as ADRs (SEOAY) on the International OTCQX over-the-counter market. www.storaenso.com

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Stora Enso's Annual Report 2014 has been ranked the best Annual Report in Finland and in the sixth place globally in the Report Watch ranking. The ranking included 1 600 companies from 60 countries.

Stora Enso’s Annual Report was praised for its description of value creation, business transformation, and sustainability practices. Positive feedback was also given for spreading in-depth content over four books.

stora new1The Stora Enso Annual Report 2014 consists of the Progress Book, the Financial Report, the Global Responsibility Performance, and the Corporate Governance Report. The Progress Book was created in 2014 to explain Stora Enso’s strategy, how the company creates value and how its work is progressing.

All parts of the Annual Report are available in PDF format at storaenso.com/annualreport

The Progress Book (in English, Finnish and Swedish) and the Financial Report (in English) can be ordered as printed copies at www.storaenso.com/order

The Top 400 Annual Reports list by Report Watch:
http://www.reportwatch.net/annual-report-on-annual-reports-2015/top-400-annual-reports/

For further information, please contact:
Ulrika Lilja, EVP, Global Communications, tel. +46 72 221 92 28
Ulla Paajanen-Sainio, SVP, Investor Relations, tel. +358 40 763 8767
Hanne Karrinaho, Head of Financial Communications, tel. +358 40 766 9452

Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wood and paper on global markets. Our aim is to replace non-renewable materials by innovating and developing new products and services based on wood and other renewable materials. We employ some 27 000 people in more than 35 countries, and our sales in 2014 were EUR 10.2 billion. Stora Enso shares are listed on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki (STEAV, STERV) and Stockholm (STE A, STE R). In addition, the shares are traded in the USA as ADRs (SEOAY) on the International OTCQX over-the-counter market. storaenso.com

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Stora Enso successfully issues two bonds

stora new1Stora Enso has successfully issued two bonds under its EMTN (Euro Medium Term Note) programme. The EUR 125 million ten-year bond pays a floating coupon of Euribor + 2.25%. The second one, EUR 25 million twelve-year bond pays a floating coupon of Euribor + 2.35%. There are no financial covenants. The sole lead manager for the deal was SEK (Swedish Export Credit Corporation).

The maturity of the bonds will extend Stora Enso’s weighted debt maturity profile, because Stora Enso has repurchased the remaining EUR 190 million in its bond issued in 2009 with a floating rate note with a coupon of Euribor +4.21% maturing in 2016. The total cost of the transactions is approximately negative EUR 5 million, which will be recorded under financial items in the third quarter 2015 results.

Stora Enso will use the proceeds of the new loans to finance its operations in Sweden, where the Group employs about 5 000 people and operates five paper and board mills, one pulp mill and two sawmills. Stora Enso has recently opened an innovation centre for biomaterials in the Stockholm area in order to host research, product application, business development, and strategic marketing.

“We have a good long-term relationship with Swedish Export Credit Corporation (SEK). We are delighted that SEK, through this agreement, will support the financing of our operations in Sweden. The terms of the loan are competitive, and through this transaction we enhance our maturity profile in an efficient way,” says CEO Karl-Henrik Sundström.

For further information, please contact:
Seppo Parvi, CFO, tel. +358 2046 21205

Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wood and paper on global markets. Our aim is to replace non-renewable materials by innovating and developing new products and services based on wood and other renewable materials. We employ some 27 000 people in more than 35 countries, and our sales in 2014 were EUR 10.2 billion. Stora Enso shares are listed on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki (STEAV, STERV) and Stockholm (STE A, STE R). In addition, the shares are traded in the USA as ADRs (SEOAY) on the International OTCQX over-the-counter market. www.storaenso.com

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stora new1Stora Enso has signed an agreement to divest its Barcelona mill, which produces recycled-fibre based consumer board, to the private equity fund Quantum. The transaction is in line with Stora Enso’s strategy to focus its consumer board offering on high quality virgin-fibre products.

The initial cash consideration for the divestment of the shares is approximately EUR 10 million, subject to customary closing day adjustments. The transaction has no material income statement impact and is expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2015, subject to regulatory approvals.

“Stora Enso is focusing its consumer board offering on high quality virgin-fibre products. The Barcelona mill is the only recycled-fibre based mill in our Consumer Board division. Despite positive results development in recent months, the Barcelona mill requires further development effort and investment if it is to remain on a profitable path. I believe that the mill can operate more efficiently under the new ownership,” says Jari Latvanen, Head of Consumer Board division.

Based on the annual figures for 2014, the divestment is expected to reduce Stora Enso’s annual sales by EUR 117 million and simultaneously decrease Stora Enso’s annual board production capacity by approximately 195 000 tonnes. The transaction does not have material impact on Stora Enso’s operational EBIT and cash flow going forward and it will improve operational EBIT and EBITDA margins slightly. The Barcelona mill employs approximately 220 people.

About Quantum
Quantum Capital Partners is a German Private Equity fund headquartered in Munich. Quantum focuses on corporate spin-offs and carve-outs in which the acquisition target has a turnover between EUR 20 and 500 million and can benefit from Quantum’s operational experience. Quantum has completed a series of successful transactions with leading global corporations such as BOSCH, BASF and AIRBUS Group. Quantum’s current portfolio consists of seven companies, with a combined turnover of some EUR 350 million. Quantum commands a newly established fund of more than EUR 57 million and is an active investor in the industry, having completed five transactions in 2014 and two in 2015. www.quantum-capital-partners.com/

For further information, please contact:
Ulrika Lilja, EVP Global Communications, tel. +46 72 221 9228
Ulla Paajanen-Sainio, SVP Investor Relations, tel. +358 40 763 8767

Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wood and paper on global markets. Our aim is to replace non-renewable materials by innovating and developing new products and services based on wood and other renewable materials. We employ some 27 000 people in more than 35 countries, and our sales in 2014 were EUR 10.2 billion. Stora Enso shares are listed on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki (STEAV, STERV) and Stockholm (STE A, STE R). In addition, the shares are traded in the USA as ADRs (SEOAY) on the International OTCQX over-the-counter market. www.storaenso.com

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stora new1Stora Enso plans to permanently shut down the Group’s corrugated packaging converting unit in Chennai, India, due to unprofitability and a major decrease in local market demand.

The mill closure will involve negotiations with the local employees’ union. The mill employs 350 people, who will receive compensation and other support including training, medical care and assistance in finding new employment.

The packaging unit in Chennai has been part of Stora Enso since July 2011, following the Group’s acquisition of 51% of the shares in Inpac International in China. Today, Stora Enso Inpac offers fibre-based packaging solutions. Chennai Mill in India produces transport and consumer packaging made of corrugated board, for sale primarily in Chennai and Tamil Nadu region.

The total negative impact on Stora Enso’s operating profit in the second quarter of 2015 will be approximately EUR 8 million, mainly related to a restructuring provision. Excluding this one-time impact, the closure will not have a material impact on Stora Enso’s sales and operational EBIT.

For further information please contact:
Ulrika Lilja, EVP, Global Communications, tel. +46 72 221 92 28
Ulla Paajanen-Sainio, SVP, Investor Relations, tel. +358 2046 21242

Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wood and paper on global markets. Our aim is to replace non-renewable materials by innovating and developing new products and services based on wood and other renewable materials. We employ some 27 000 people in more than 35 countries, and our sales in 2014 were EUR 10.2 billion. Stora Enso shares are listed on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki (STEAV, STERV) and Stockholm (STE A, STE R). In addition, the shares are traded in the USA as ADRs (SEOAY) on the International OTCQX over-the-counter market. www.storaenso.com

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All Stora Enso's five divisions will have financial targets set in order to support the Group in attaining its strategic goal.

stora new1Stora Enso has defined clear strategic targets for each division. The targets will enable the markets to better follow each division’s performance, while guiding the divisions in the implementation of the Group’s strategy – as it transforms itself from a traditional paper and board producer to a customer focused renewable materials company. As Stora Enso’s divisions operate in very distinct business environments, the targets will vary between the divisions.

The key divisional financial target is the Return on Operating Capital (ROOC) percentage – with the exception of the Paper division, which has Free Cash Flow to Net Sales, because its target focuses on the division’s cash flow generation. The targets are defined to be ambitious but reachable within a 5 year planning horizon.

STORA ENSO’S FINANCIAL TARGETS

KPI Target
Group Dividend To distribute 50% of net income
 over the cycle
ROCE >13%
Net Sales growth excl. Paper To grow faster than the relevant market
Net Debt / Operational EBITDA 3.0x
Fixed Costs / Sales ratio 20%
Debt/equity ratio 80%
Consumer Board ROOC >20%
Packaging Solutions ROOC >20%
Biomaterials ROOC >15%
Wood Products ROOC >18%
Paper Free Cash Flow to Net Sales >7%

ROCE = Return on Capital Employed
ROOC = Return on Operating Capital

For further information, please contact:
Seppo Parvi, CFO, tel. +358 2046 21205
Ulla Paajanen-Sainio, SVP, Investor Relations, tel. +358 40 763 8767
Ulrika Lilja, EVP, Global Communications, tel. +46 72 221 92 28
Hanne Karrinaho, Head of Financial Communications, tel. +358 40 766 9452

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Stora Enso is a leading global provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wood and paper. Our aim is to replace non-renewable materials by innovating and developing new products and services based on wood and other renewable materials. We employ some 27 000 people in more than 35 countries, and our sales in 2014 were EUR 10.2 billion. Stora Enso shares are listed on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki (STEAV, STERV) and Stockholm (STE A, STE R). In addition, the shares are traded in the USA as ADRs (SEOAY) on the International OTCQX over-the-counter market.

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stora new1Stora Enso's packaging businesses are in a phase of rapid development. Stora Enso and NXP have begun co-operation on intelligent packaging solutions. To enhance the development a new Innovation Centre will open in Helsinki later this year. First commercial products are ready in the micro-fibrillated cellulose (MFC) business.

Co-operation with NXP
Stora Enso and NXP Semiconductors have entered into joint development of intelligent packaging solutions. The development will focus on integrating RFID (Radio frequency identification) into packages for consumer engagement and supply chain purposes. The collaboration will also focus on brand protection and the development of tamper evidence applications. These solutions will benefit both consumers and brand owners.

By using NXP RFID technology such as near field communication (NFC) and ultra-high frequency (UHF), Stora Enso will in the future have smart packages that can be easily tracked and traced through the entire supply chain providing full end-to-end transparency. The integrated technology will also be able to detect if the intelligent package has been tampered with en route to the consumer and, once in the hands of the consumer, could provide additional information and interaction through an NFC-enabled smart phone. This visibility and insight is critical for brands and major manufacturers to ensure their products are being shipped and handled correctly. For consumers the benefits are two-fold; the intelligent packaging will be able to verify the authenticity of the product and also provide care, usage and other important information via the NFC-enabled tag.

“The co-operation with NXP offers substantial business opportunities for Stora Enso. We have already worked on several concept cases with customers and partners within intelligent packaging. The co-operation with NXP will enable us to bring this development closer to market and provide faster scalability in intelligent paper and board solutions,” says Karl-Henrik Sundström, CEO, Stora Enso.
 
“Our RFID technology in combination with Stora Enso’s packaging solutions creates additional value to both consumers and brand owners by providing information and insights along the complete supply chain,” says Ruediger Stroh, EVP & GM Security & Connectivity and Member of the International Board of Management, NXP Semiconductors. “The ability of the RFID tag to detect when a package has been compromised and also provide additional product information via NFC truly enables a unique, smart, engaging brand experience and is another example of how security can be broadly implemented to protect our everyday lives.”  

Commercial phase for micro-fibrillated cellulose (MFC)
Commercial activity at Stora Enso’s MFC pre-commercial production plant at Imatra, Finland started in early 2015. This is the world’s largest MFC facility and now provides raw material for selected commercial consumer board solutions enabling lighter weight packaging. The development of MFC solutions continues with a focus on source reduction and even more sustainable fibre based packaging using less raw material, as well as barrier coating solutions for grease and oxygen barriers. In the future, it could additionally provide biodegradable aluminium film replacement.

Innovation Centre
Stora Enso’s packaging businesses will open an Innovation Centre at the Group’s head office in Helsinki. The cross-functional centre will offer a stimulating space for customers seeking new ideas in packaging. The focus will be on idea generation, design, new business development and incubation. The space is also designed to host product launches and stakeholder events and there will be a prototype and sample laboratory with state-of-the-art equipment. The official opening will take place later this year.

Capital Markets Day webcast
Stora Enso’s Capital Markets Day takes place in London today. You are welcome to follow the presentations focusing on Stora Enso’s packaging business and innovation in a live webcast starting at 13.00 UK time (14.00 CET, 15.00 EET, 08.00 EDT). Watch at http://edge.media-server.com/m/p/nvkju4nc.

For further information, please contact:
Ulrika Lilja, EVP, Global Communications, tel. +46 72 221 92 28
Ulla Paajanen-Sainio, SVP, Investor Relations, tel. +358 40 763 8767
Hanne Karrinaho, Head of Financial Communications, tel. +358 40 766 9452

About NXP Semiconductors

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) creates solutions that enable Secure Connections for a Smarter World. Building on its expertise in High Performance Mixed Signal electronics, NXP is driving innovation in the application areas Connected Car, Security, Portable & Wearable and Internet of Things. NXP has operations in more than 25 countries, and posted revenue of USD 5.65 billion in 2014. Find out more at nxp.com.

Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wood and paper on global markets. Our aim is to replace non-renewable materials by innovating and developing new products and services based on wood and other renewable materials. We employ some 27 000 people in more than 35 countries, and our sales in 2014 were EUR 10.2 billion. Stora Enso shares are listed on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki (STEAV, STERV) and Stockholm (STE A, STE R). In addition, the shares are traded in the USA as ADRs (SEOAY) on the International OTCQX over-the-counter market. storaenso.com

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Metso will supply altogether hundreds of valves for Stora Enso's conversion of the Varkaus Mill fine paper machine in Finland to light-weight containerboard. In addition, Metso has carried out an installed base audit of its valves in the recycled fiber plant. The analysis ensures applicability and future performance of the valves in the rebuild. Metso also takes care of the spare part inventory services to the mill.  

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The valve  delivery contains Metso's Neles® ball valves, V-port segment valves and triple eccentric Neldisc® butterfly valves for on-off and control applications. The control valves are equipped with Metso's ND9000 series intelligent valve controllers, which have capability for advanced performance follow-up. They also allow predictive maintenance planning activities.

In the installed base audit of its valves conducted in the recycled fiber plant in Varkaus, Metso analyzed the applicability of the valves for the plant's process and  made recommendations for future maintenance needs. Properly scheduled maintenance activities with the spare part inventory services support mill availability, process performance and enhance risk control.

"Stora Enso and Metso have a long-term relationship in the Varkaus Mill. We are pleased that Stora Enso counts on our expertise to meet their valve solutions needs. In addition to the valve supply contract, the results of Metso's audit ensure that they can utilize the existing valve equipment in the containerboard machine, and the necessary maintenance measures can be foreseen and scheduled. Our spare part inventory services ensure that critical parts are available for them. This will bring cost savings and will ensure optimum process efficiency," emphasizes Marko Lindeman, Sales Director, Pulp and Paper industry in Finland, Metso.

Metso and Stora Enso have a long-term relationship. Metso's flow control solutions are contributing to Stora Enso's process efficiency at several plants globally.

The order was included in Metso's first-quarter 2015 and 2014 fourth-quarter orders received. The values of the orders are not disclosed. The rebuilt containerboard machine is scheduled to start up during the fourth quarter of 2015.

Leading flow control offering and service solutions to pulp and paper customers  

Metso has a long track record of delivering engineered performance and reliability to the pulp and paper industry. Metso is the market leader in control and on-off valves for pulp and paper customers globally - about 75% of the world's pulp flows through Metso's valves. Additionally, Metso is one of the leading suppliers of intelligent valve controllers.

Metso has strong pulp and paper industry expertise in valve solutions, and its comprehensive value-added services improve customers' process efficiency. Metso's flow control offering and services for the pulp and paper industry focus on three main areas: solving technical and process issues, improving business performance, and managing a business area. Today Metso has more than 40 valve and field device service centers worldwide.

Metso's valve technology centers and valve production facilities are located in Finland, the United States, Germany, China, South Korea, India and Brazil.

Stora Enso in brief

Stora Enso is a leading global provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wood and paper. Our aim is to replace non-renewable materials by innovating and developing new products and services based on wood and other renewable materials. We employ some 27 000 people in more than 35 countries, and our sales in 2014 were EUR 10.2 billion. Stora Enso shares are listed on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki (STEAV, STERV) and Stockholm (STE A, STE R). In addition, the shares are traded in the USA as ADRs (SEOAY) on the International OTCQX over-the-counter market.

Metso is the world's leading industrial company in the mining and aggregates industries and in the flow control business. Our knowledge, people and solutions help drive sustainable improvements in performance and profitability in our customers' businesses.

Metso has an uncompromising attitude towards safety. Our products range from mining and construction equipment and systems to industrial valves and controls. Our solutions are delivered and supported by decades of process knowledge and a broad scope of services backed by a global footprint of over 90 service centers, thousands of service employees, and an extensive logistics network.

Metso is listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki, Finland. In 2014, Metso's net sales totaled EUR 3.7 billion. Metso employs approximately 14,000 industry experts in more than 50 countries. Expect results.

www.metso.com, www.twitter.com/metsogroup

For further information, please contact:

Marko Lindeman, Sales Director, Pulp and Paper industry in Finland, Flow Control, Metso, Tel. + 358 20 483 6008, Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Jussi Ollila, Vice President, Global Marketing and Communications, Metso Corporation, Tel. +358 20 484 3212, Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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stora new1Stora Enso has appointed Liisa Nyyssönen as SVP Communications for the Paper division and Finnish media. Liisa Nyyssönen joins Stora Enso from Ahlstrom Corporation where she has worked as Vice President, Group Communications since 2011. Prior to Ahlstrom she worked as ICT and media sector consultancy lead at Hill and Knowlton Helsinki. Before that she held several communications leadership positions at Nokia.

“I am pleased to welcome Liisa to Stora Enso’s communications team. Her broad experience in media relations, communications strategies and coaching brings a valued addition to our team. Liisa will have a strong role in building our media relations in Finland,” says Ulrika Lilja, EVP Global Communications.

Liisa Nyyssönen will join Stora Enso at the latest in June 2015 and she will report to Ulrika Lilja. She will be based in Helsinki.

For further information, please contact:
Ulrika Lilja, EVP Global Communications, tel. +46 1046 71668

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Stora Enso is a leading global provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wood and paper. Our aim is to replace non-renewable materials by innovating and developing new products and services based on wood and other renewable materials. We employ some 27 000 people in more than 35 countries, and our sales in 2014 were EUR 10.2 billion. Stora Enso shares are listed on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki (STEAV, STERV) and Stockholm (STE A, STE R). In addition, the shares are traded in the USA as ADRs (SEOAY) on the International OTCQX over-the-counter market.

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Stora Enso is a leading global supplier of packaging materials, serving a whole range of packaging applications – milk, juice, soups, spices, water and yoghurt as well as various high-volume non-food products, such as liquid detergents and fabric softeners. According to the company, their liquid packaging boards, combined with proprietary polymer coatings, offer the best in product protection, printing, converting and filling performance, economy and sustainability.

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Aki Laukkanen, Stora Enso, Superintendent BM4 (left), Riku Suurnäkki, Stora Enso, Production Manager BM4 and CTMP, Tero Jussila, GL&V Sweden AB, Global Business Manager.

Stora Enso’s renewable fiber-based Natura board is an excellent example of a high-performing liquid packaging board with advanced multilayer construction. The two outer layers are made of chemical SBS pulps. The middle layer contains CTMP pulp, which provides the bulk and stiffness for improved yield and package performance. Every third liquid carton in the world is made from Stora Enso’s board.

Stora Enso produces its Natura boards in Finland and Sweden. In Finland the company produces liquid packaging boards at Kaukopää Mill in Imatra on Board Machine 4 (BM4), which has a production capacity of 350,000 t/a. Stora Enso Kaukopää Mill and GL&V Sweden AB have had a long-standing, close and efficient technology partnership that focuses on improving the mill’s overall production economy.

Higher machine speed overloaded existing pulper capacity

Kaukopää’s BM4 was manufactured by Beloit. The wire width is roughly seven meters. The board machine has undergone several modernizations over the years in an effort to boost pro­duction and improve board quality. Following a major rebuild in 2009, production increased so much that the capacity of both the calender pulper and the reel pulper were insufficient to pulp broke board in connection with breaks and grade changes. 2013 machine had another small investment which increased the capacity.

The situation worsened af­ter a minor new investment. The challenge of pulping was the product itself. LPB grade is hard to deflake.

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Partnership between Stora Enso and GL&V Sweden

In this challenging situation, Stora Enso asked GL&V Sweden’s pulp-processing experts to assess the problem and pro­pose corrective measures. According to Stora Enso, the request was based on GL&V’s track record of pulper modern­izations in the production plants of both Stora Enso and other companies. Also in play was the fact that GL&V offers vari­ous technologies that are different from that of competitors, such as solutions based on deflectors.

“Our investment in 2009 boosted our production. However, we ran into a problem with the calender and reel pulpers after web breaks. The pulpers ran out of capacity in con­nection with the tail thread-
ing due to the increased production. This could cause damage to the drying fabrics during tail threading, as well as other technical losses. The board machine’s efficiency also suffered, as restarting it was complicated,” recounts BM4’s Pro­duction Manager, Riku Suurnäkki.

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GL&V team: When did the situation get so bad that you decided to fix the problem with both pulpers at the same time?

“The challenges started some time right after the 2009 rebuild. Back then, how- ever, it still wasn’t such a big problem. It was only after 2013 increased production when the problems escalated, ”Suurnäkki recalls.

“The board machine could, of course, be operated, but it was a preci­sion job,” Aki Laukkanen, Superintendent at BM4.

GL&V team: And you decided to eliminate the problems!

Yes, and we wanted to play it safe! GL&V’s solid pulper modernization references were a good reason to start the co-operation.

The starting point was to get the pulping to work so robustly that the pulpers would no longer have to be run with the same precision as before. Even if there are variations in the process, the pulping pro­cess should still work. We had to ensure excess capacity,” states Aki Laukkanen.

GL&V team: In came GL&V!

Riku Suurnäkki: “The investment was han­dled as agreed and on schedule. The of­fers arrived on time, and the work was per­formed very quickly and well.”

Aki Laukkanen: “After some fine-tuning, the pulpers started up like a charm. Our goal was functionality and that’s what we got. In addition, the modernized pulpers will make our future development projects possible. The biggest part of the work is behind us.”

Riku Suurnäkki: “Tail threading is easier, and during grade changes, the broke board can be directed straight to the pulpers. Broke reels don’t have to go through the winder and warehouse before re-entering the ma­chine.”

Aki Laukkanen: “As an investment, this project went like clockwork, as they say. The pulpers worked without a hitch right from the start, and the main problem was eliminated all at once.”

The modernization of both the calender pulper and reel pulper at Stora Enso’s Kaukopää Board Mill in Imatra, Finland

Board Machine BM4
Product Liquid Board
Basis Weight 180–420 g/m2
The Calender Pulper:
Capacity    1360 TPD
Operating consistency    4%
Motors (customer’s supply)    2 x 400 kW
Screen plates    Holes 15 mm
Vat volume (net)    61 m3
Scope of delivery:
New TamPulper™ rotors (2 pcs) 1270 mm
New deflectors on the front wall of the vat
New deflectors on the bottom of the vat
New splash chute
Assembly supervision, startup and operation optimization
The Reel Pulper
Capacity    1360 TPD
Operating consistency    4%
Motors (existing)    2 x 400 kW
Screen plates    Holes 15 mm
Vat volume (net)    67 m3

After some fine-tuning, the pulpers started up like a charm. Our goal was functionality and that’s what we got.

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