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Extended Lifetime for Performance Components

Whether you’re producing premium tissue or robust containerboard, extending the life of your screening and refining components is a winning strategy. It means fewer shutdowns, better process control, and a lower carbon footprint — all while protecting your bottom line.

Redesigning for a Global Market at AFT

As the world becomes more connected—and time zones fade into a continuous line—AFT is evolving to meet the moment. In this personal perspective, our COO shares how we’re transforming our structure, deepening our global reach, and keeping people at the center of it all.

AFTLinx Brings Predictive Optimization to Paper Mills

AFTLinx™ is bringing smart diagnostics to the paper industry. Discover how this IIoT solution helps mills optimize refining, reduce downtime, and make data-driven decisions with ease.

AFT to Deliver Approach Flow System to OCC Mill in South America

AFT has received an order to supply a POM® approach flow system for a corrugated packaging mill located in southern South America.

AFT to Supply a full stock preparation system for Papertech in Bangladesh

AFT has been selected to supply a complete stock preparation system for a new 250 TPD production line at Papertech’s mill in Bangladesh. The order includes a full scope from pulper to approach flow, featuring AFT’s energy-efficient pulping, refining, cleaning and screening technologies.

Leading the Way in Sustainable Screening: AFT’s DiamondWire Technology

Discover how AFT’s new DiamondWire® technology is redefining screening performance—without hexavalent chromium. Engineered for durability and designed with sustainability in mind, it's the next step forward in wear-resistant surface treatment.

AFT appoints Sourav Das as General Manager for the Asian region

Unlocking Efficiency in recycled material Pulping

Recycled fiber pulping is a cornerstone of the board-making process, with its efficiency directly influencing both product quality and the cost-effectiveness of the entire production line. Mills working with recycled paper often face challenges such as maintaining pulping yield, optimizing maintenance schedules, and adapting to fluctuations in raw material quality. Effectively managing these factors is key to achieving consistent paper quality and maximizing line performance. In this blog, Olli-Pekka Riippa, Product Manager for AFT, shares practical insights on how to tackle these challenges.