In a significant move towards automation and efficiency, Cartiera Fornaci, an Italian manufacturer of recycled cardboard, has placed an order for ABB's L&W Autoline paper testing equipment. The state-of-the-art technology will be installed at the company's board mill in Fagnano Olona, Italy, revolutionizing the mill's paper testing process.
Cartiera Fornaci's mill, which annually delivers an impressive 55,000 metric tons of recycled cardboard ranging from 360 to 1000g/m² to its customers, will greatly benefit from the implementation of the compact version of ABB's L&W Autoline solution. By replacing the current manual testing processes, the mill aims to streamline operations and reduce the risk of human error.
Presently, some of the mill's testing is carried out manually and recorded in writing, a time-consuming and error-prone process. The introduction of L&W Autoline is expected to automate paper testing, resulting in a tenfold increase in testing speed compared to manual methods. This significant improvement in efficiency will allow the Fornaci mill team to focus on other critical aspects of their operations.
ABB's L&W Autoline is designed to meet the stringent industry standards set by the International Organization for Standardization and the Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry. This ensures that the automated testing process adheres to the highest quality and accuracy standards, providing reliable results for the mill's quality control processes.
The testing modules included in the L&W Autoline system cover a wide range of parameters crucial to the quality of recycled cardboard. These include Bendtsen roughness, which is calculated from the airflow in the contact surface, thickness, moisture content, p-burst, bending 50 mm, and grammage. By automating the measurement of these key attributes, Cartiera Fornaci can ensure consistent product quality and quickly identify any deviations from the desired specifications.
The decision to invest in ABB's cutting-edge technology demonstrates Cartiera Fornaci's commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. By embracing automation and digitalization, the company is positioning itself as a leader in the recycled cardboard industry, setting an example for other manufacturers to follow.
As the installation of ABB's L&W Autoline paper testing equipment progresses at the Fagnano Olona board mill, Cartiera Fornaci eagerly anticipates the positive impact it will have on their operations. The increased efficiency, accuracy, and reliability of the automated testing process will undoubtedly contribute to the company's success in delivering high-quality recycled cardboard products to its customers while minimizing waste and optimizing resource utilization.
