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AFT supports capacity and quality upgrade at Papiro Sarda mill in Italy

AFT has successfully completed a pulping process upgrade at Papiro Sarda in Italy, helping the mill increase production capacity while improving the quality of its recycled cartonboard. Discover how close collaboration and tailored process expertise supported Papiro Sarda's commitment to circular economy and long-term mill performance.

AFT Launches MaxBarrier for Bale Wire Removal and Refiner Protection

AFT is announces the launch of MaxBarrier, AFT’s new bale wire removal and protection screen designed for multiple fiber processing applications.

Improving Process Performance in Pulp and Paper Mills

In pulp and paper manufacturing, performance challenges are rarely caused by one single issue. More often, they result from process variability across the entire line.

In our latest AFT Insight, Process Audit Specialist Régis Masson explains how structured, collaborative process audits help mills move beyond symptoms to identify root causes, reduce variability, and improve long-term performance.

AFT expands its offering with the launch of MaxPulping system for recycled fiber processing

AFT is proud to launcha a new pulping system designed for recycled paper and board processing. With MaxPulping, AFT further strengthens its presence across the papermaking process by offering a complete pulping solution that includes core equipment, wear parts, and related services.

AFT delivers measurable strength and fiber savings at Partex Tissue, Bangladesh

MFC and CNF: From Research Buzzwords to Industrial Reality

In this insight, AFT CTO Timo Koivisto explores how MFC is already delivering real industrial value, while CNF continues to evolve. Discover how mechanical process efficiency is turning nanocellulose potential into cost-effective performance.

Challenge, solution and verification for degassing

Air in the approach flow system is more than a nuisance — it is a hidden efficiency killer. From sheet quality to machine runnability, uncontrolled air can impact the entire process. In this insight, Jukka Heinonen discusses how AFT’s degassing technology removes entrained air, prevents air regeneration, and enables measurable verification for optimized approach flow performance.

AFT delivers a refining solution at Essity Mannheim to boost softness

AFT (Aikawa Fiber Technologies) is proud to announce the successful installation and start-up of a MaxEdge150™ refiner with AFTLinx™ diagnostic service on PM5 at Essity’s Mannheim mill in Germany building on a successful previous delivery.