Sappi, Valmet Celebrate Key Milestone With New PM2
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Sappi North America has reported a key milestone at its Somerset mill, with the rebuilt Paper Machine 2 (PM2) pro- ducing its first roll of solid bleached sulphate (SBS) board. The achievement marks early results in Sappi’s strategic transition to packaging grades and follows the successful startup of the machine in May 2025, completed in partner- ship with Valmet.
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While optimization work continues, the early produc- tion of commercial-grade board highlights the strength of the partnership and the progress achieved through close collaboration. “Valmet has once again shown deep technical knowl- edge and strong project execution,” said Kirk Ross, VP Manufacturing at Sappi North America. “Their ability to adapt to complex requirements and global supply chain challenges helped us move this project forward. We’re pleased to see commercial-grade product coming off the line as commissioning progresses.” “Following the success of Project Balance, the PM1 re- build project in 2018, we did it again with Project Elevate. The sustainable conversion of PM 2 has transformed it into a modern state-of-the-art board machine. This achieve- ment is a testament to excellent collaboration and incredi- ble teamwork. We are grateful to the entire Somerset team, our valuable partners, and all the Valmeteers involved for their hard work on a complex project,” adds Tuomo Rämö, project manager, Valmet. Valmet’s delivery included a rebuild of the wet end with a new OptiPress Linear press section, modifications and extension of the dryer section, and a new finishing sec- tion. The finishing section was equipped with the OptiSizer Film size press, two OptiCoat Roll coating heads, OptiDry Coat air dryers, OptiCalender Hard calender, OptiReel Lin- ear reel, and the OptiWin Belt winder. In addition, the mill will benefit from Valmet Industrial Internet and Automation Solutions, including a new Quality Measurement System, web monitoring and inspection systems, and Valmet DNA process controls. The machine will continue ramping up in the coming months, with continued collaboration between operations, engineering, and technology teams at both organizations.
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September 8, 2025
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