Voith Unveils CleanLine Extract360 for Superior Dryer Fabric Cleaning and Enhanced Wastewater Removal

Voith Unveils CleanLine Extract360 for Superior Dryer Fabric Cleaning and Enhanced Wastewater Removal

(IN BRIEF) Voith introduces the CleanLine Extract360, a revolutionary fabric cleaning system for paper machines that enhances cleaning efficiency, optimizes wastewater removal, and extends fabric life, contributing to improved machine performance and reduced defects.

(PRESS RELEASE) HEIDENHEIM, 19-Feb-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Voith has launched its CleanLine Extract360, a cutting-edge fabric cleaning system designed to elevate the performance of paper machines, particularly in the dryer section. The new system addresses the shortcomings of conventional cleaning methods, providing significant improvements in cleaning efficiency, wastewater removal, and fabric longevity. As a result, it enhances the overall performance and reliability of the paper machine, reducing the risk of defects in the final paper product.

As the use of recycled fibers in paper production continues to rise, the contamination of fabrics, rolls, and equipment in the dryer section has become a pressing issue. This buildup of contamination negatively impacts both the efficiency of the machines and the quality of the paper. The CleanLine Extract360 offers an innovative solution by integrating Voith’s proven Extract cleaning concept, which relies on two essential principles: multidirectional cleaning for thorough contamination removal on both the surface and within the fabric, and strategic positioning of the cleaning head to enhance dirt removal on the non-paper side of the fabric.

Nick Lampart, Product Manager at Voith Paper, emphasized that the design of the CleanLine Extract360 cleaning head has been optimized to prevent contamination accumulation, a common issue with traditional cleaning heads. The generative design minimizes interference points, ensuring that contamination is not introduced back into the system, which helps maintain consistent high performance.

One of the standout features of the CleanLine Extract360 is its flow-optimized vacuum channel. By merging directly with the cleaning zone, this improvement enhances wastewater removal, ensuring maximum functionality and reliability. Additionally, the high-pressure channels within the cleaning system improve jet quality, providing more effective cleaning at the same pressure levels or achieving similar results at lower pressures. This not only reduces strain on the fabric but also promotes sustainability by lowering energy usage.

Already in operation at several paper mills, the CleanLine Extract360 has been proven to significantly improve fabric cleaning and boost efficiency, with operators noting the enhanced cleaning effects and wastewater removal after installing the system. The CleanLine Extract360 can be integrated into existing systems as an upgrade or used as part of a new complete cleaning solution, offering flexibility for paper mills looking to enhance their cleaning processes without a complete overhaul.

Voith’s CleanLine portfolio continues to evolve, providing cleaning solutions for various sections of the paper machine, including the forming, press, dryer, and coating sections. The company’s ongoing commitment to innovation ensures that paper mills can maintain optimal machine performance with minimal downtime, supporting the goal of achieving the highest cleaning standards while maximizing operational efficiency.

For more information on Voith’s CleanLine products, visit: voith.com/corpde/papermaking/cleanline.html.

About the Voith Group

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 22,000 employees, sales of € 5.2 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

About Voith Paper

The Group Division Voith Paper is part of the Voith Group. As the full-line supplier to the paper industry, it provides the largest range of technologies, services and products on the market and offers paper manufacturers holistic solutions from one source. The company’s continuous stream of innovations facilitates resource-conserving production and helps customers minimize their carbon footprint. With its leading automation products and digitalization solutions from the Papermaking 4.0 portfolio, Voith offers its customers state-of-the-art digital technologies to improve plant availability and efficiency for all sections of the production process.

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SOURCE: Voith