http://www.risiinfo.comThe leading information provider for the global forest products industryen-usSat, 7 Nov 2009 21:29:49 -0500Copyright 2008 RISI, Inc.http://www.risiinfo.com/community/images/Risi_logo.jpghttp://www.risiinfo.com14428Visit www.risiinfo.comhttp://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Getting-the-most-out-of-your-data.html?source=rssTough economic times call for creative solutions. In these times, where access to capital can be difficult, all investments need to deliver substantial and quick return on investment. IT technologies are no different in this regard. Technologies like Manufacturing Execution Solutions (MES) are well acknowledged as excellent tools to streamline and standardize business processes, but they also need to deliver exceptional ROI. http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Getting-the-most-out-of-your-data.html?source=rssMon, 2 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Ilim-upgrades-management-system-at-its-Gofra-corrugated-box-plant-in-Russia.html?source=rssOJSC Ilim Group will install a special-purpose software solution in its OAO Ilim Gofra plant in Kommunar (Leningrad Oblast).http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Ilim-upgrades-management-system-at-its-Gofra-corrugated-box-plant-in-Russia.html?source=rssFri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Indonesian-pulp-and-paper-firm-orders-4-LW-automatic-paper-testing-systems.html?source=rssA leading pulp and paper corporation in Indonesia has made the decision to purchase four L&W Autoline 400 systems from Lorentzen & Wettre to their Indonesian mills at various locations.http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Indonesian-pulp-and-paper-firm-orders-4-LW-automatic-paper-testing-systems.html?source=rssThu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Proceq-launches-PaperSchmidt-roll-hardness-tester-764.html?source=rssProceq announces the launch of the new PaperSchmidt, continuing the company's tradition of bringing high quality, innovative products to the market. The PaperSchmidt is the first rebound hammer designed specifically for paper roll hardness testing. Extensive field tests carried out at major manufacturers and converters in the US and Europe have consistently shown that it provides previously unachievable roll-profiling accuracy and repeatability.The instrument is fully compliant with the TAPPI T834 om-07 standard used in North America to regulate roll hardness testing and it delivers instantly all of the key parameters required for assessing the quality of paper rolls."Proceq has collected feedback over many years from existing customers worldwide and on dedicated site surveys. They all identified the same issues: Repeatability of results, quick access to key parameters, documentation of data, durability of the instrument, easy maintenance. The PaperSchmidt was designed to meet all of these requirements. Not only has it successfully done that, it has even managed to exceed our expectations," said David Corbett, Product Manager of Proceq.The PaperSchmidt has three unique features: (1) It has a high compliance plunger and a revolutionary measurement principle that is independent of the angle of impact. This gives the PaperSchmidt its "Best in Class" roll profiling performance.(2) The paper roll profile can be viewed directly on the integrated display. The user interface is highly intuitive and language independent. The instrument provides an automatic calculation of the average paper roll hardness, the range and standard deviation. It can also be programmed to indicate immediately if pre-set max/min values are exceeded.(3) A high quality robust construction, a sealing system and specially treated impact plungers greatly extend the lifetime of the instrument beyond that of any comparable product - significantly reducing maintenance costs in a heavy usage industry.The PaperSchmidt is supplied with standard Proceq documentation and accessories with full sales and service support available at all Proceq locations in Europe, China, the Americas, Middle East and Russia.The PaperSchmidt comes with a 24-month equipment guarantee on the electronic parts. When purchasing a PaperSchmidt, the buyer is also offered the possibility to extend the standard warranty coverage. For additional information on PaperSchmidt: www.paperschmidt.com and Proceq, please contact your Proceq sales representative through www.proceq.com. http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Proceq-launches-PaperSchmidt-roll-hardness-tester-764.html?source=rssThu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/LW-unveils-new-process-optimization-guide-for-the-pulp-and-paper-industry.html?source=rssL&W Process Optimization is a new useful guide for everyone within the pulp and paper industry. The publication covers information on how to optimize the pulp- and paper manufacturing process, knowledge about testing methods, as well as information about new products. http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/LW-unveils-new-process-optimization-guide-for-the-pulp-and-paper-industry.html?source=rssThu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Shorewood-Packaging-installs-Bobst-quality-inspection-system-at-its-Danville-VA-plant.html?source=rssThe challenge for inline quality control lies in the speed of the process. Two major factors become prominent. One is the requirement for substantial image capture and processing capacity within the measurement system. The other is the critical management of waste levels by dynamic differentiation between false rejects and real waste, as well as the continuous adjustment of preventive measures to minimize waste.http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Shorewood-Packaging-installs-Bobst-quality-inspection-system-at-its-Danville-VA-plant.html?source=rssWed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Honeywell-to-automate-Flambeau-River-diesel-plant-in-Wisconsin.html?source=rssHoneywell today announced that Flambeau River Biofuels (FRB) has selected it to supply and integrate all automation equipment for the largest second-generation "green diesel" plant in the United States. The plant - located in Park Falls, Wis., and expected to be operational by 2012 - will produce energy, transportation fuels and chemicals from renewable biomass resources. Specifically, the plant will process 1,000 dry tons per day of woody biomass from bark, sawdust and residue typically burned after forest harvesting. http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Honeywell-to-automate-Flambeau-River-diesel-plant-in-Wisconsin.html?source=rssMon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Thilmany-Papers-selects-WOW-Logistics-as-distribution-partner.html?source=rssWOW Logistics announced that Thilmany Papers has selected WOW as its finished goods distribution partner. The newly awarded 3PL (Third Party Logistics) contract with Thilmany will be managed at the WOW Logistics Little Chute, WI Distribution Center. As a strategic supply chain partner, WOW will manage the majority of Thilmany's finished goods distribution. The multi-year contract will secure 50,000 square feet of warehousing space and position WOW for expanded growth with Thilmany. http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Thilmany-Papers-selects-WOW-Logistics-as-distribution-partner.html?source=rssThu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/MeadWestvaco-sells-its-Paxonix-business-to-Persistent-Systems.html?source=rssMeadWestvaco Corporation and Persistent Systems announced today that MWV has sold its Paxonix business to software development services company, Persistent Systems. Paxonix provides web-based branding and packaging process solutions that accelerate speed to market. The business was formed within MWV in 2001 and has steadily increased its unique, competitive offering of services and products. As MWV has sharpened its focus on value-added consumer packaging solutions, Paxonix is best positioned for success and growth within a specialized software services enterprise. "For almost two decades, Persistent Systems has been a recognized leader in software product development services, providing innovative solutions to software companies and enterprises," said Hari Haran, president of Persistent Systems, Inc. "We have launched an aggressive growth plan through investment in IP leveraged frameworks, solutions and services. With the addition of Paxonix's branding and packaging solutions, Persistent will significantly enrich the suite of services around enterprise collaboration solutions." "As organizations strive to be efficient, responsive and global, Paxonix brings efficiency to the speed-to-market process, enhancing a company's overall ability to compete in today's marketplace," said Don Armagnac, chief executive officer of Paxonix. "We are proud of the success we have built around the Paxonix brand and product, and are confident Persistent Systems has the global presence, vision and influence within the software product development services industry to realize its next level of success." MWV will continue to be a user of Paxonix, and will serve as a reseller of Paxonix software and services. Other terms of the agreement were not disclosed. The strategic acquisition of Paxonix significantly strengthens Persistent's market position. Specializing in packaging and brand asset management, Paxonix has a unique combination of specific technology and domain knowledge with a marquee list of customers. Delivered as ‘Software as a Service', the Paxonix product is in line with Persistent's SaaS/Cloud offerings. Persistent is committed to building state-of-the-art solutions delivered as SaaS. This solution offering will enable the Company to address new industry verticals as well as successfully deliver innovative software solutions on the Cloud. http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/MeadWestvaco-sells-its-Paxonix-business-to-Persistent-Systems.html?source=rssWed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Vishay-provides-web-tension-measurement-system-for-WMUs-coating-pilot-plant.html?source=rss Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. announces that it has provided a web tension measurement system to Western Michigan University (WMU) for use in its Coating Pilot Plant. WMU's Coating Pilot Plant, located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is a leading research center for papermaking, coating, printing, and recycling. Vishay is the major producer of strain gages and strain gage-based load cells, as well as systems based on strain gage technology. Vishay Systems Web Tension measurement system was upgraded in the spring of 2009, and performance trials have showed dramatic improvement in tension measurement stability with varying temperatures. The upgraded system precisely measures the sheet web tension between the coater backing rolls and the chill-roll S-wrap. http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Vishay-provides-web-tension-measurement-system-for-WMUs-coating-pilot-plant.html?source=rssTue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/ABB-composite-plant-solution-helps-record-breaking-productivity-for-Stora-Enso.html?source=rssFollowing ABB's handover of the composite plant solution for the PM12 paper line at Stora Enso's Kvarnsveden paper mill in Sweden in 2005, the machine has twice set new world records for speed and productivity in the past four years.http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/ABB-composite-plant-solution-helps-record-breaking-productivity-for-Stora-Enso.html?source=rssTue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/ABB-to-supply-energy-saving-automation-technology-to-Shandong-Huatai-in-China.html?source=rssABB, the leading power and automation technology group, recently announced its cooperation with Shandong Huatai Corporation, the leading paper company in China, to help significantly reduce the company's energy consumption. The deployment of ABB's advanced technology and equipment will annually save the paper manufacturer about 9.5 million kwh, reduce carbon dioxide emissions by more than 5,800 tons, and increase profits by over 5 million RMB. http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/ABB-to-supply-energy-saving-automation-technology-to-Shandong-Huatai-in-China.html?source=rssMon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Pratt-selects-ABB-cpmPlus-to-integrate-paper-mills-improve-productivity.html?source=rssPratt Industries Inc., a leading worldwide producer of recycled paper and packaging materials, recently implemented and commissioned a comprehensive Pulp & Paper Collaborative Production Management (CPM) system delivered by ABB. http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Pratt-selects-ABB-cpmPlus-to-integrate-paper-mills-improve-productivity.html?source=rssWed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Lorentzen-Wettre-appoints-Patrik-Stolpe-as-its-new-President.html?source=rssMr. Patrik Stolpe has been appointed new President of Lorentzen & Wettre. Mr. Stolpe has worked in the company since 1989 and comes to this position with more than 20 years of global experience. Mr. Stolpe has held various positions within the company through the years, for example as President of the Scandinavian subsidiary, as President of the Chinese subsidiary and as Vice President Marketing which is Mr. Stolpes present position. In his new role as President, Mr. Stolpe will continue the process of developing and expanding the business of providing the world's paper industry with advanced equipment for quality control and process optimization from a position as the market and quality leader. Mr. Peter Uddfors, President of Lorentzen & Wettre since 2003, has at his own request decided to pursue new challenges outside the group. Mr. Patrik Stolpe will enter his new position no later than November 1, 2009. http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/Lorentzen-Wettre-appoints-Patrik-Stolpe-as-its-new-President.html?source=rssWed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/ABB-Robotics-Mapleroc-join-forces-to-develop-Robotic-Finishing-System.html?source=rssABB Robotics, a leading robotics manufacturer, and Mapleroc Industries, an equipment supplier for paper mills, converters and printers, have jointly developed a new technological advancement for the pulp and paper industry. In conjunction with Mapleroc's proprietary RollRazorTM roll cutting equipment, ABB's newly developed Robotic Roll Finishing System creates a fully automated, high precision force-controlled roll finishing station, eliminating the need for manual setup and supervision.http://www.risiinfo.com/technology/ABB-Robotics-Mapleroc-join-forces-to-develop-Robotic-Finishing-System.html?source=rssThu, 8 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400