Large Modernization Project at Imatra

 
Betamet Service Oy has concluded an agreement with Stora Enso OYj concerning the mechanical installation for Imatra Kaukopää BM4 Boost-project. The agreement includes the installation of a new headbox, transfer of the old headbox, installation of a former, changes on the press section, the installation of a new calender and changes of the old calender area, transfer of the slitter and rise of the reeler. Part suppliers are e.g. Metso Paper, Vaahto Oy and other suppliers from Europe.
 
The installation time will be in November 2009, but some of the installations will be made already during the summer 2009. The man power for the project from Betamet is about 60 persons.
 
Additional information:
Timo Kärki, Managing Director, Betamet Service Oy, +358 40 5313960
Pasi Ahonen, Site Manager, Betamet Service Oy, +358 40 5317035