Andritz to supply tissue production line and pumps for Indian paper mill

Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers Ltd (TNPL) is entering the tissue market with a state-of-the-art Andritz tissue production line for its Unit II mill in Mondipatti Village, Tamil Nadu, India.

Gerald Steiner, SVP of Andritz Paper & Tissue, and Dr Sandeep Saxena, chairman and MD of Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers Ltd
Gerald Steiner, SVP of Andritz Paper & Tissue, and Dr Sandeep Saxena, chairman and MD of Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers Ltd - Image: Andrtitz.

Andritz will supply a PrimeLine S 2000 tissue machine to produce high-quality tissue grades from the Indian paper mill’s own hardwood pulp at a maximum capacity of 34,000 t/a. The Andritz scope also includes the stock preparation system, fabrics and rolls, automation and electrification, as well as a package of high efficiency stock, process and fan pumps. All pumps will be manufactured, assembled, and tested at the Andritz Chennai pump factory. Andritz will also be responsible for detail engineering.

Dr Sandeep Saxena IAS, chairman and managing director of TNPL, said: “Our vision is to adopt state-of-the-art technology and be the world’s most sustainable brand in the production of eco-friendly paper grades. When we decided to enter the tissue industry it was important for us to select a partner that stands for innovation, expertise, and reliability.”

Ashutosh Batra, vice president Sales at Andritz India, said: “Having supplied stock preparation equipment, a deinking plant and a complete chemicals recovery island to TNPL, we are proud that our successful partnership is continuing with this innovative tissue project.”