First ANDRITZ recycled fiber lines supplied to Bangladesh start up
International technology Group ANDRITZ has successfully started up two recycled fiber lines at Lipy Paper Mills Ltd. in Kanchpur, Bangladesh.
These start-ups mark the debut of ANDRITZ recycled fiber (RCF) technology in the country’s paper industry.
Together, the two new lines have the capacity to process 150 t/d of locally sourced old corrugated cardboard and mixed office waste, converting it into recycled fibers for the production of premium testliner, writing, and printing papers.
ANDRITZ supplied innovative technologies such as the PrimeScreen X pressure screen and PrimeFloat flotation system to minimize fiber loss, and an ultra-high dispersing system to reduce steam consumption.
Abdul Matin Khan, Managing Director, Lipy Paper Mills said: “Thanks to the dedicated ANDRITZ team, production started smoothly. We are proud to be the first to use ANDRITZ's advanced RCF technology in Bangladesh. The energy-saving features of the two lines perfectly align with our strategic goal of sustainable operations.“
Wei Shi, Vice President, Regional Manager Paper & Textile APAC, ANDRITZ, added: “We thank Lipy Paper Mills for their trust and partnership in pioneering our RCF technology in Bangladesh – this project marks another milestone in our commitment to supporting the paper industry worldwide with resource-efficient and innovative technologies.”
Founded in 2016, Lipy Paper Mills Ltd. is a part of the Lipy Group, a family-owned Bangladeshi enterprise dedicated to producing premium paper products while adhering to the principles of environmental responsibility and sustainable business growth.
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ANDRITZ debuts its recycled fiber technology in Bangladesh with start-up of two new lines for Lipy Paper Mills
ANDRITZ GROUP
International technology group ANDRITZ offers a broad portfolio of innovative plants, equipment, systems, services and digital solutions for a wide range of industries and end markets. Sustainability is an integral part of the company’s business strategy and corporate culture. With its extensive portfolio of sustainable products and solutions, ANDRITZ aims to make the greatest possible contribution to a sustainable future and help its customers achieve their sustainability goals. ANDRITZ is a global market leader in all four of its business areas – Pulp & Paper, Metals, Hydropower and Environment & Energy. Technological leadership and global presence are cornerstones of the group’s strategy, which is focused on long-term profitable growth. The publicly listed group has around 30,000 employees and over 280 locations in more than 80 countries.
ANDRITZ PULP & PAPER
ANDRITZ Pulp & Paper provides sustainable technology, automation, and service solutions for the production of all types of pulp, paper, board and tissue. The technologies and services focus on increased production efficiency, lower overall operating costs as well as innovative decarbonization strategies and autonomous plant operation.
The product portfolio also includes boilers for power generation, various nonwoven technologies, and panelboard (MDF) production systems. With waste-to-value recycling, shredding and energy solutions, waste and by-product streams from production are converted into valuable secondary raw materials as well as into sustainable resources for energy generation. State-of-the-art IIoT technologies as part of Metris digitalization solutions complete the comprehensive product offering.