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Rethinking air management in papermaking

Can removing air from the wet end reduce more than just foam?

In his ABTCP 2026 paper, Jukka Heinonen explores how early mechanical deaeration can reduce reliance on foam-control chemicals and help simplify wet-end chemistry. The paper was selected among the ten papers highlighted by the ABTCP congress committee.

Letzte Aktualisierung 2026/11/04
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Better screening starts with understanding the key challenges

Better screening is not about maximizing a single parameter. In this AFT Insight, Kimmo Nurminen explores five key screening challenges and how balancing pulp cleanliness, fiber recovery, capacity, energy use, operating stability and wear can help mills achieve more reliable and efficient screening.

Letzte Aktualisierung 2026/10/13
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Successful Refiner Start-up Strengthens AFT’s Long-term Partnership with Zinc Nacional

Letzte Aktualisierung 2026/10/08
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AFT to Deliver MaxEdge Refiners to Naini Papers in India

Naini Papers Limited has selected AFT to supply four MaxEdge™ double-disc refiners for PM1 and PM2 at its mill in Kashipur, India. The investment will bring modern refining technology to both production lines, supporting efficient fiber development, consistent paper quality and production efficiency.

Letzte Aktualisierung 2026/09/16
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Lower Total Cost of Ownership Starts with Better Fiber Development

The true value of refining goes far beyond the cost of the refiner plate. In this AFT Insight, Jens Heymer explores how better fiber development, mill-tailored plate design and longer plate life can improve refining performance while lowering the Total Cost of Ownership.

Letzte Aktualisierung 2026/08/18
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AFT supports capacity and quality upgrade at Papiro Sarda mill in Italy

AFT has successfully completed a pulping process upgrade at Papiro Sarda in Italy, helping the mill increase production capacity while improving the quality of its recycled cartonboard. Discover how close collaboration and tailored process expertise supported Papiro Sarda's commitment to circular economy and long-term mill performance.

Letzte Aktualisierung 2026/08/03
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AFT Launches MaxBarrier for Bale Wire Removal and Refiner Protection

AFT is announces the launch of MaxBarrier, AFT’s new bale wire removal and protection screen designed for multiple fiber processing applications.

Letzte Aktualisierung 2026/05/29
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