Western Pulp

When we arrived at Western Pulp they were looking at purchasing a new Folder, as the old unit was not performing well. It was affecting production and reducing overall package quality. We reviewed the line and recommended upgrades to both the new Duowrap, and the old folder. The resulting bale quality and consistency was excellent, eliminating the need for a capital purchase.

Here’s what Bob Ringrose, mill manager, had to say about our work there:
“Our baling line still puts out one of the nicest looking bales around thanks to Brian. His understanding of a baling line made it easy for him to zero in on the issues and resolve them quickly. I would not hesitate to recommend Innotech for baling line improvements, equipment replacement or troubleshooting!”

Pope & Talbot, Mackenzie Operations

We have done extensive work for Mackenzie. With only one baling line they have to overcome unique challenges to achieve high production rates. We have been able to assist with both machinery and consulting services to increase production capacity on the line from 850 tonnes per day to 1030 tonnes per day, eliminating the process bottleneck.

We have also worked to improve the line’s availability - another key component for a single-line process – by incorporating control strategies to minimize equipment wear.
Safety for the operators has been improved, with positive back-checks and reliable, consistent logic that is easier to work with during upsets. The manual interface is designed to empower the operator to correct upsets from the safety of the control panel, not by manhandling bales directly.

The successes realized with the excellent maintenance and production team at Mackenzie are an example of how Innotech can help a mill to push the capacity and performance of equipment well beyond its original design limits.

Canfor, Northwood Operations

The first installation of the Gripper System was at Northwood, with an L-Line configuration and a set of flexible side rails. The prototype Gripper worked very well, with good bale quality, and reliable operation. It was an excellent opportunity to proof the design, and much was learned for future installations.

The first Top Belt Eliminator for the Lamb Duowrap was installed on the B-Side baling line. Process interruptions from the motor kicking out and the belt tearing or tracking off centre are a thing of the past. Since the system was completed, there have been no issues with this aspect of the machine.