Article3 min read Oct 9, 2026Remaining Human in a Digital WorldAs a new engineer entering the industry, understanding where AI and digitalization are headed is critical for your career. This piece breaks down a global tissue industry survey revealing shifts toward OEE, IT/OT integration, and AI adoption, while reminding you that human expertise still drives results. Learn why companies without an AI strategy risk falling behind, and why your technical judgment remains irreplaceable.
Article2 min read Oct 9, 2026Uncertainty in the Era of TurbulenceNew to the industry? This is your global market briefing. Learn how tariffs, regional strategies, and AI are reshaping tissue manufacturing across the US, Europe, and Asia. Understand why companies like Sofidel are betting big on US growth, and why AI adoption is now non-negotiable. Essential context for any early-career engineer or analyst building industry awareness fast.
Article7 min read Oct 8, 2026AI in ERP & Plant ManagementEarly-career engineers, this is your cheat sheet on AI hitting corrugated and packaging plants now. Industry experts break down agentic AI vs. generative AI, how ERP systems get smarter, where to start without exposing proprietary data, and real use cases cutting bottlenecks and quoting time. Understanding these tools early puts you ahead, making you the person your team turns to when AI adoption accelerates.
Article2 min read Mar 5, 2026Pakka Partners with Haber to Bring Agentic AI to ActionPakka and Haber have partnered to deploy AI-driven optimisation at Pakka’s pulp mill, starting with key process stages and expanding across the facility over time.
Article5 min read Oct 16, 2025The Age of Acceleration: Navigating Digital Transformation and the AI RevolutionTissue industry leaders are navigating digital transformation challenges as AI and emerging technologies reshape manufacturing operations. Jarmo Ropponen from Tietoevry reveals that AI investments can deliver $3.50 returns per dollar spent, with ROI realized within 14 months. Organizations face three critical barriers: lack of AI vision, expertise gaps, and scaling challenges. Success requires strategic implementation focusing on data quality, Manufacturing Execution Systems like TIPS MES, and partnering with technology providers. Five key steps accelerate digital transformation: defining clear objectives, adopting agile mindsets, investing in workforce culture, leveraging AI analytics, and collaborating with industry experts to maximize operational efficiency and competitive advantage.
Article2 min read Sep 4, 2025AI Modeling Boosts Quality and Efficiency in Domtar Sawmills Artificial intelligence is transforming the way Domtar’s sawmills operate, augmenting human expertise and completing routine tasks through machine learning. With AI modeling, we’re finding new ways to improve quality and efficiency.
Article8 min read Feb 11, 2025When Bots Meet Boxes: The Future of Robotics in the Corrugated IndustrySince automation and AI issues took center stage at this year’s SuperCorrExpo© event, let’s take a look at what advanced robotics means—and doesn’t mean—for boxmakers.
Article1 min read Aug 8, 2024Valmet Closes Agreement on Acquisition of Majority Shares in FactoryPalValmet and Körber closed the earlier announced agreement to further strengthen the digital solution FactoryPal, a unique software developed to improve shopfloor manufacturing performance and productivity.
Article7 min read Jul 31, 2024Four Trends Shaping the Future of CorrugatedGrowth means change—but change sets the stage for innovation.
