Saudi Arabia
Customer: Saudi Paper Group
Production: Tissue
Supplier: Toscotec
Description: Toscotec is happy to announce the successful start-up of the PM5 tissue line at Saudi Paper Group’s facility. This turnkey project follows the supply of a complete AHEAD 2.2S line in 2022. This massive undertaking represents a complete turnkey project, encompassing everything from the advanced stock preparation system and detailed mill engineering, to the complete erection and final start-up assistance – underscoring the comprehensive nature of the partnership and the scale of the installation.
Details: The new line will cater to produce mainly facial tissue, but also towel, napkin and toilet paper. The AHEAD 2.2L tissue machine has a sheet trim width of 5,600 mm, a maximum speed of 2,200 m/min, and an annual production capacity of over 60,000 tons. Designed for superior performance and energy efficiency, the tissue machine is equipped with TT NextPress innovative design shoe press, a state-of-the-art design TT SYD Steel Yankee Dryer, and high efficiency TT Hood.
Toscotec’s scope of supply also includes two OPTIMA2600L slitter rewinders engineered to preserve bulk and softness while ensuring optimal winding performance, the stock preparation plant provided with two separate lines, plant electrification and controls including Toscotec’s TT Brain DCS.