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Voith’s DIWA NXT Transmission Revolutionizes Bus Operations with Fuel Savings and Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Voith’s DIWA NXT automatic transmission system is gaining popularity among bus operators, particularly for intercity and regional routes. This system, which includes the company’s first mild hybrid transmission, helps reduce fuel consumption by up to 16%, especially on … Read the full press release

Voith and Mehrer Compression Forge Partnership to Drive Hydrogen Compression Innovation for Sustainable Energy

(IN BRIEF) Voith and Mehrer Compression GmbH have entered a strategic partnership to develop hydrogen compression technology, combining Voith’s expertise in large-scale manufacturing with Mehrer’s long-standing specialization in oil-free compressors. The partnership will focus on creating efficient, high-pressure hydrogen compressors … Read the full press release

Voith and Trützschler Establish First International Safety Standard for Wet-Laid Nonwoven Machinery

(IN BRIEF) Voith and Trützschler have collaborated to create the first international safety standard, ISO 22291, for wet-laid nonwoven machinery. This new standard streamlines the complex safety requirements for machines used in the production of nonwoven materials, which are essential … Read the full press release

Voith and Navigator Paper Setúbal Achieve Milestone with Implementation of Seamed Felts on PM 1 and PM 3

(IN BRIEF) Voith has successfully implemented its Infinity S seamed felts on Navigator Paper Setúbal’s PM 1 and PM 3 machines, marking a significant achievement in the paper industry. This transition, resulting from a three-year collaboration, enhances safety, reduces felt … Read the full press release

Voith and HADAG Celebrate Milestone in Hybrid Ferry Electrification

(IN BRIEF) Voith and HADAG Seetouristik und Fährdienst AG have commissioned the first of three type 2030 hybrid ferries for the Port of Hamburg. The ferry, featuring advanced electric Voith Schneider Propellers (eVSPs) and an optimized hull design, promises reduced … Read the full press release

Voith Highlights Innovations for Sustainable Rail Transport at InnoTrans 2024

(IN BRIEF) Voith will showcase its innovative solutions for sustainable rail transport at InnoTrans 2024. Key highlights include the CargoFlex Hybrid coupler, which aids the gradual conversion to digital automatic couplers (DAC) for locomotives, and advanced coupling technology for passenger … Read the full press release

Former Voith Engineer Christian Schiel Honored Posthumously by Paper Industry Hall of Fame for Innovations in Paper Machine Technology

(IN BRIEF) Christian Schiel, a former Voith engineer, was posthumously inducted into the Paper Industry International Hall of Fame for his pioneering contributions to paper machine technology. Recognized for innovations like the fabric press and flexible-nip presses, Schiel’s career spanned … Read the full press release

Voith’s Infinity Press Felts: A Global Success Story in Paper Production

(IN BRIEF) Voith’s Infinity press felts have established a global reputation for excellence since their introduction in 2011, offering superior performance and durability. Examples of their success include a significant reduction in steam consumption and a record-setting service life in … Read the full press release

Voith and Schumacher Packaging Successfully Upgrade PM 2 in Poland for Doubled Production Capacity and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Voith and Schumacher Packaging have achieved the successful startup of PM 2 in Myszków, Poland, following a comprehensive modernization project. The rebuild, led by Voith, has doubled the production capacity of lightweight containerboard grades from 500 to 1,000 … Read the full press release

Voith Secures Major Contract to Equip Angola’s Caculo Cabaça Hydropower Plant

(IN BRIEF) Voith, a technology company, is set to supply electrical and mechanical equipment for Angola’s Caculo Cabaça hydropower plant. The order includes the installation of turbines, generators, control systems, and training programs. Located on the Kwanza River, the plant … Read the full press release

Voith Composites Achieves UNECE R 134 Certification for Large Hydrogen Tank, Paving the Way for Zero-Emission Heavy-Duty Trucks

(IN BRIEF) Voith Composites has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining UNECE R 134 certification for its Type IV 700 bar and 350-liter hydrogen storage tank. This certification marks the first approval for a hydrogen tank of this size under … Read the full press release

Voith’s High-Efficiency Fan Technology Enhances Fendt Tractors’ Cooling Systems and Performance

(IN BRIEF) Voith, a global leader in the development of efficient fan units for cooling systems, continues to collaborate with Fendt on innovative cooling solutions for tractors. The fan unit, part of Fendt’s Concentric Air System (CAS), is designed to … Read the full press release

Green Bay Packaging Enhances Production Line with Voith’s OnQuality Quality Control System

(IN BRIEF) Green Bay Packaging, a prominent manufacturer of corrugated shipping containers, folding cartons, and coated label products located in Wisconsin, has achieved notable production line improvements by implementing Voith’s OnQuality Quality Control System (QCS). This customized solution, comprising innovative … Read the full press release

Voith Enhances OnCare.Health Solution with Wireless Sensors for Predictive Maintenance

(IN BRIEF) Voith has integrated innovative wireless sensors into its OnCare.Health solution to improve maintenance efficiency in papermaking. These sensors can be deployed across the entire papermaking line for various paper grades, from stock preparation to the paper machine’s rotating … Read the full press release

Voith Achieves Record-Breaking Start-Up of XcelLine Packaging Paper Machine in China

(IN BRIEF) Sichuan Huaqiao Fenghuang Paper successfully initiated its high-efficiency XcelLine packaging paper machine at the Guanghan site, with Voith as the full-line supplier for the project. The start-up set a record for the fastest initiation of such a paper … Read the full press release

Voith Turbo to Power Record-Breaking 42-Mile Sand Transport System for Atlas Energy Solutions’ Dune Express Project

(IN BRIEF) Voith Turbo has been chosen by Atlas Energy Solutions to supply 21 TurboBelt 800 TPXL fill control fluid coupling drives along with customized low-noise electric motors for the Dune Express project. The project aims to establish an overland … Read the full press release

Voith Turbo Introduces Mechatronic Retarder Control Unit for Safer and More Efficient Braking in Commercial Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Voith Turbo has been continuously developing its hydrodynamic retarder system for more than 50 years, providing wear-free braking for commercial vehicles. The company has now introduced the Mechatronic Retarder Control Unit (MRCU) as a new standard feature for … Read the full press release

Voith Extends #VoithCares Program to Support Employee Volunteer Work Worldwide

(IN BRIEF) Voith has launched the #VoithCares program in collaboration with the Hanns Voith Foundation to support the volunteer work of its employees worldwide. In the first round, 50 nonprofit projects were selected and received financial support totaling 50,000 euros. … Read the full press release

SCA Implements Voith’s Digital Solutions to Enhance Efficiency of XcelLine PM 2 Paper Machine

(IN BRIEF) SCA, a prominent paper manufacturer, has successfully implemented Voith’s digital and automation solutions to optimize production efficiency on its XcelLine PM 2 paper machine. The high-performance machine, commissioned by Voith at SCA’s Obbola site, produces 725,000 tons of … Read the full press release

Voith to Lead Rebuild of DS Smith’s PM 4 Paper Machine in Portugal for Enhanced Production

(IN BRIEF) DS Smith, a global manufacturer of sustainable containerboard and specialty papers, has chosen Voith for the rebuild of its PM 4 paper machine at the Viana site in Portugal. The mill is a market leader in Southern Europe, … Read the full press release