06/07/2013
Steinbeis Papier Glückstadt: Voith LEF technology allows 37% energy savings in flotation
At Steinbeis Papier GmbH in Glückstadt, Germany, the existing AP3
primary flotation system was upgraded to Voith LowEnergyFlotation (LEF)
Technology at the end of 2012. Thanks to the rebuild, energy savings of
37% could be achieved at the flotation pumps, while flotation quality
remained constant regarding the degree of whiteness, dirt specks and fiber
loss.
In the course of the rebuild to LEF technology, the flotation cell injectors
and the flotation pumps were improved in terms of hydrodynamics and
dimensioned for optimum efficiency. The existing injectors were replaced
by LEF injectors, and the flotation pumps were equipped with new LEF
impellers. Contractually agreed measurements of the energy consumption
before and after the rebuild confirmed the energy savings promised by
Voith, which was also documented in a report.
The rebuild is part of an extensive, ambitious energy efficiency program of Steinbeis Papier GmbH. "As a sustainable company in the recycled paper industry, we want to take full advantage of all production possibilities to reduce energy consumption," says Dr. Michael Hunold, Production Manager at Steinbeis Papier GmbH.
Voith Paper is a division of the Voith Group and the leading partner to and pioneer in the paper industry. Through constant innovations, Voith Paper is optimizing the paper manufacturing process, focusing on developing resource-saving products to reduce the use of energy, water, and fibers.
Voith sets standards in the markets energy, oil & gas, paper, raw materials and transportation & automotive. Founded in 1867, Voith employs almost 42,000 people, generates € 5.7 billion in sales, operates in about 50 countries around the world and is today one of the biggest family-owned companies in Europe.
The rebuild is part of an extensive, ambitious energy efficiency program of Steinbeis Papier GmbH. "As a sustainable company in the recycled paper industry, we want to take full advantage of all production possibilities to reduce energy consumption," says Dr. Michael Hunold, Production Manager at Steinbeis Papier GmbH.
Voith Paper is a division of the Voith Group and the leading partner to and pioneer in the paper industry. Through constant innovations, Voith Paper is optimizing the paper manufacturing process, focusing on developing resource-saving products to reduce the use of energy, water, and fibers.
Voith sets standards in the markets energy, oil & gas, paper, raw materials and transportation & automotive. Founded in 1867, Voith employs almost 42,000 people, generates € 5.7 billion in sales, operates in about 50 countries around the world and is today one of the biggest family-owned companies in Europe.