Article2 min read Feb 10, 2026The Bottom Line on the Bottom LineManufacturing leaders in pulp, paper, and packaging can achieve significant cost reductions by implementing strategic energy management practices that deliver benefits beyond the bottom line. With energy costs representing up to 40 percent of total manufacturing expenses, even small improvements generate substantial ROI while enhancing sustainability profiles, productivity, and equipment uptime. This comprehensive analysis examines proven energy-saving approaches through real-world case studies, practical implementation guidelines, and innovative technologies that operations managers can apply immediately. The multi-faceted benefits of energy optimization include reduced maintenance costs, improved operational efficiency, and enhanced competitive positioning, making energy management a critical leadership priority for facility optimization.
Article1 min read Jan 30, 2025Sustainability, Innovation, and Workforce Development Addressed at TAPPICon 2025Join over 1,800 forest products professionals for in-depth discussions and collaboration during THE industry’s premier technical conference
Article1 min read Oct 17, 2024Runtech Delivers a Vacuum System to Canan Paper, TürkiyeRuntech Systems delivers a RunEco vacuum system to Canan Kagit Sanayi ve Ticaret AS in Mersin, Türkiye. The delivery to PM1 includes two EP600 Turbo Blowers with EcoDrop water separator, a low vacuum blower and EcoFlow dewatering measurements with six measurement points for vacuum system optimization.
Article2 min read Oct 8, 2024TAPPICon 2025 Opens Call for PapersTissue professionals invited to speak at the premier event for the global forest products industry
Article2 min read Sep 26, 2024Fedrigoni Earns Platinum Medal for Sustainability from EcoVadis for the Third Year RunningFor the third consecutive year, Fedrigoni Group, the global leader in specialty papers, labels and RFID solutions, has received the Platinum medal from ESG rating agency EcoVadis. With an improved score of 90/100, Fedrigoni ranks in the top 1% of companies worldwide for environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance within its industry.
Article4 min read Mar 5, 2024In case you missed it in TAPPI’s electronic TISSUE 360° newsletterIndustry leaders showcase strategic investments and sustainability initiatives across global tissue markets. Cascades maintains top sustainability rankings while Georgia-Pacific commits $150M to Oregon facility expansion. Key technology partnerships emerge as Valmet delivers integrated tissue lines to Suzano and Andritz implements innovative hybrid heating systems for Softys Peru. Notable acquisitions include WEPA's expansion into UK markets through Star Tissue acquisition. These developments highlight advanced operational strategies, ROI-focused investments, and leadership opportunities in sustainable manufacturing practices that drive competitive advantage for mid-career professionals managing complex tissue operations.
