Genera Starts Up ANDRITZ Pulping and Stock Preparation Systems for Sustainable Packaging Production

Genera have successfully started up advanced non-wood pulping and stock preparation systems supplied by international technology group ANDRITZ.

Installation of these systems is part of Genera’s large-scale expansion of its manufacturing facility in Vonore, Tennessee, where locally grown grasses are transformed into packaging solutions.

ANDRITZ supplied key equipment for the pulping and stock preparation process to ensure the supply of high-quality pulp to the facility’s thermoforming systems, which produce sustainable moulded fibre packaging for food applications. These compostable, high-performance packaging solutions support the circular economy and the shift away from fossil-based plastic packaging.

ANDRITZ’s supply scope included multiple refiners and stock preparation equipment along with additional pulp washing and dewatering equipment. These components play an important role in Genera’s production process, increasing production capacity and contributing to efficient and sustainable operations.

Genera first ordered ANDRITZ non-wood pulping equipment in 2019. Since then, the two companies have maintained a close collaboration, with ANDRITZ continuing to provide services and key equipment to support Genera’s growth in the sustainable packaging market. 

We were thrilled to continue our partnership with ANDRITZ as we expanded our production capabilities. Their pulping and stock preparation systems are essential to our mission of producing high-quality, compostable packaging. This expansion allows us to meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging and reinforces our commitment to environmental stewardship.

Ben Mascarello, Chief Executive Officer of Genera

About Genera
Genera is an integrated biorefinery and sustainable materials company headquartered in Vonore, Tennessee, that partners with local farmers to grow regenerative grasses and transform them into domestically sourced, compostable moulded fibre and other biobased products. As North America’s largest vertically integrated producer of non-wood moulded fibre packaging, Genera serves food and consumer packaging, foodservice, retail, healthcare and institutional markets through a circular, farm-to-compost and recycling model. The company produces durable, high-quality packaging that helps brands meet their sustainability goals and strengthen the circular economy. Genera offers a wide range of stock and custom solutions with options such as film lamination, coatings, heat sealing, pad insertion, embossing, and printing – empowering brands and consumers to make sustainable choices without compromising quality or performance, while supporting the environment, American jobs, farmers and rural economies.