Hinojosa Packaging Group is undertaking a rebuild of its PM1 at its Alquería mill in Spain, working with Voith.
The project aims to increase the production of containerboard with basis weights of 115 to 195gsm by around 19% to 128,000 tons of paper per year, improve overall machine efficiency and reduce steam consumption.
With a strong strategic focus on the circular economy and decarbonization, Hinojosa Packaging Group is committed to innovative production processes. The planned rebuild of the PM 1 with a wire width of 3,400 mm and a design speed of 1,000 m/min is a further step to improve the company’s environmental footprint while ensuring efficient, reliable operations.
The shutdown and restart of PM1 are scheduled for the first quarter of 2026. The rebuild includes upgrades to both the OCC stock preparation and the paper machine. Voith will make changes to the approach flow system and also relocate the existing headbox. The forming section will be optimised and will receive new dewatering elements.
