ANDRITZ Introduces New Pilot Line for Dry Molded Fibre Production

International technology group ANDRITZ has inaugurated a new technical centre in Montbonnot, France, dedicated to advancing solutions for dry molded fibre production.

Dry molded fibre (DMF) production uses a nearly waterless process to convert cellulose fibres into three-dimensional products for sustainable packaging. Based on its strategic partnership with the Swedish DMF pioneer PulPac, ANDRITZ is now able to offer complete dry molded fibre lines.

The new technical centre with its pilot line will support ANDRITZ’s development of industrial-scale solutions for high-speed, turnkey dry molded fibre production plants for the packaging industry. It will also enable customers to conduct trials, receive support on R&D projects, and create new products with customised shapes and barrier properties.

Wood pulp processing has been a core competence of ANDRITZ for a long time. Our new pilot line is an important step in advancing our solutions for responsible convenience packaging from wood pulp. By combining ANDRITZ Dan-Web’s air laid forming capabilities with PulPac’s molding technology, we are striving for the highest capacity, product quality and flexibility in this field.

Andreas Lukas, Senior Vice President of ANDRITZ Nonwoven & Textile

The launch of the new DMF pilot line underscores ANDRITZ’s commitment to invest in the development of environmentally friendly solutions that support the green transition.