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Domtar posts $59M loss for Q4 2020, sales down from prior year

Domtar Corporation has reported a net loss of $59 million ($1.07 per share) for the fourth quarter of 2020.


Safest Mill in Canada deadline extended to Feb. 22

Since 1926, Pulp & Paper Canada has recognized mills that have achieved an outstanding safety record in the annual Safest Mill in Canada ranking.


UBC professor developing ‘green’ paper named as finalist for innovation award

The prof, who is developing a grease-resistant paper, is one of two Canadian finalists for the global Blue Sky Young Researchers and Innovation Award.


Cascades featured as gender diversity leader in manufacturing report

Cascades is among five Ontario manufacturers profiled for their commitment to gender diversity in a new report by the Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing.


Join us for the Women in Forestry Virtual Summit on Mar. 9!

Pulp & Paper Canada is co-hosting this exciting event on recruiting, retaining and advancing women in forestry with Canadian Forest Industries and Canadian Biomass. It's free to attend! Register now.
 
 
Sponsored Spotlight 
 
Samuel Packaging

NEW Ink Jet Technology High Quality Print – Low Maintenance

Samuel Coding & Labeling Group www.samuelsystems.com has been providing ink jet printing and labeling systems for industrial applications since 1990. The Samuel ink jet system for Pulp & Paper provides very high quality, consistent print while using low cost re-pulpable inks that are designed to be virtually maintenance free. High quality company logos, product details, and even robust bar codes with up to 40 feet scan distance are printed during transfer on existing mill conveyors. By providing complete systems that include full controls and bolt in place mechanical components, Samuel is able to install and integrate complete marking systems in extremely short timelines. » Learn more
 
FROM OUR WINTER ISSUE 
 
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Increasing cogeneration in Canadian pulp and paper mills: Part 1 – Operational optimization

CanmetENERGY (NRCan) has developed the COGEN software for the optimization of industrial cogeneration systems. It has also worked on the optimization of cogeneration systems in several Canadian kraft and TMP mills, in partnership with FPInnovations. This article summarizes some key lessons learned from this experience. » Read more
 
 
Sponsored Spotlight 
 
Process Baron

ProcessBarron Pulp and Paper Solutions

Whether you need emergency screw replacements for live bottom metering bins or a total draft system upgrade to improve efficiency and reduce costs, ProcessBarron has lasting solutions for all of your fuel, ash, and air handling needs. ProcessBarron specializes in Fuel Handling (conveyer systems, metering bins, reclaimers, storage systems), as well as Ash Handling (conveyors, conditioners/unloaders, rotary airlock feeders, double dump valves, storage silos). Our team also team designs, manufactures, installs, and services the most sophisticated industrial air handling systems available. Our products include industrial fans, dampers, expansion joints, dust collectors, blowers, ductwork, air heaters, economizers, and more. » Learn More
 
NEWS 
 

West Fraser reports strong sales in Q4 2020

West Fraser Timber Co. has reported its fourth quarter and annual results of 2020, citing sales of $1.689 billion in the quarter. » Read more

Port Hawkesbury Paper installs weather towers at proposed wind farm site

Port Hawkesbury Paper (PHP) has funded the installation of two meteorological towers on the proposed project site for 112- megawatt wind farm in Nova Scotia. » Read more

Pulp and paper’s future leaders: Meet Nicolas-Patrick Thérien

The deadline to nominate a colleague for Pulp & Paper Canada’s 2021 Top 10 Under 40 contest is Apr. 9 – here’s another winner from 2020 to get you inspired! » Read more

Metsä Fibre green-lights Kemi bioproducts mill in Finland

Metsä Fibre, part of Metsä Group, will proceed with the construction of a new bioproduct mill at the site of its existing pulp mill in Kemi, Finland. » Read more
 
 
Events 
 

Women in Forestry

Date: Mar. 9
Location: Virtual
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TAPPICon Virtual 2021

Date: May 4-5
Location: Virtual
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