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The Bioneer range is said to be the first series of press roll covers to be delivered with product-specific life cycle assessment (LCA) data. Credit: Videographer_42 \/ Shutterstock.com.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Valmet has launched a new line of press roll covers designed to reduce dependence on fossil-based materials in the pulp and paper industry.<\/p>\n

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The Finnish technology and automation supplier said its Bioneer press roll covers are produced using recycled, renewable and other bio-based inputs.<\/p>\n

The use of these materials is intended to support both Valmet and its customers in cutting the use of fossil resources in production.<\/p>\n

According to the company, the Bioneer range is the first series of press roll covers to be delivered with product-specific lifecycle assessment (LCA) data.<\/p>\n

This is meant to give paper and board producers a clearer view of the climate impact associated with each product.<\/p>\n

Valmet said that the Press Roll Cover PF Bioneer can provide up to a 12.2% reduction in cradle-to-gate CO\u2082 emissions compared with conventional alternatives.<\/p>\n

The emissions reduction is achieved through the use of REDcert-certified renewable and recycled raw materials, applied via a mass balance approach.<\/p>\n

Valmet roll covers and maintenance global product manager Sanna Junttonen said: \u201cWith the transparent LCA data, we can help our customers compare the climate impact of different products, make informed decisions, and demonstrate measurable progress towards their climate targets.\u201d<\/p>\n

Valmet roll covers and maintenance global technology manager Ulla Kanerva added: \u201cWith the Bioneer roll covers, we can offer both high-performance technology and verified climate impact data.\u201d<\/p>\n

The product launch follows a series of orders in Valmet\u2019s paper business last year.<\/p>\n

In November 2025, the company was chosen to modernise a paper machine<\/a> and deliver two winders for Wuzhou Special Paper\u2019s facility in Hubei, China. The start-up of the rebuilt machine is scheduled for early 2027.<\/p>\n

While financial details were not disclosed, the project will convert a recently relocated machine to produce recycled fluting and liner grades, extend the operating life of the original Valmet-supplied unit, and increase its output.<\/p>\n

In August 2025, Valmet secured an order to supply an<\/a> advanced automation system to Klingele Paper & Packaging\u2019s Weener paper mill in northern Germany. The solution is aimed at improving resource efficiency at the site.<\/p>\n

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