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APPTI Holds Decarbonization Workshop
Atlanta, GA, August 13-14, 2024 The Net Zero Committee hosted a workshop on decarbonizing the pulp & paper industry. It was expertly hosted by Dr. Carson Meredith and the Renewable Bioproducts Institute at Georgia Tech.
Twenty three speakers and 40 individuals from over twenty organizations participated in the two day event. The intent was focused on educating us all on the current technologies for decarbonization that could be deployed now, and a look to what needs to be invested for breakthrough technology to occur. Three focus areas for decarb were presented: Carbon Capture and Beneficial Use; Biogas Generation from Waste Streams; and Lime Kiln Alternatives to fossil fuels. In addition, the workshop kicked off with an overview of APPTI was presented by Dr. Chris Luettgen; David Turpin of Nexight discussed the DOE organization and in particular his efforts in supporting IEDO; Dr. Sunkyu Park of NCSU presented his work, funded by IEDO, on the carbon footprint of an average pulp mill using WinGEMS and FisherSolve (Resource Wise) data; and Dr. Markus Engblom discussed his work at Abo Akademi on Oxy-Kraft.
The workshop concluded on Wednesday afternoon with an overview of six different projects being funded or closely watched by the APPTI Drier Web Committee. Ms. Lindsey Clifton, of Domtar and co-chair of this Committee led the discussion on projects at NCSU, WPI, GT and Beck & Associates.
The complete agenda for the workshop can be found here…
Twenty three speakers and 40 individuals from over twenty organizations participated in the two day event. The intent was focused on educating us all on the current technologies for decarbonization that could be deployed now, and a look to what needs to be invested for breakthrough technology to occur. Three focus areas for decarb were presented: Carbon Capture and Beneficial Use; Biogas Generation from Waste Streams; and Lime Kiln Alternatives to fossil fuels. In addition, the workshop kicked off with an overview of APPTI was presented by Dr. Chris Luettgen; David Turpin of Nexight discussed the DOE organization and in particular his efforts in supporting IEDO; Dr. Sunkyu Park of NCSU presented his work, funded by IEDO, on the carbon footprint of an average pulp mill using WinGEMS and FisherSolve (Resource Wise) data; and Dr. Markus Engblom discussed his work at Abo Akademi on Oxy-Kraft.
The workshop concluded on Wednesday afternoon with an overview of six different projects being funded or closely watched by the APPTI Drier Web Committee. Ms. Lindsey Clifton, of Domtar and co-chair of this Committee led the discussion on projects at NCSU, WPI, GT and Beck & Associates.
The complete agenda for the workshop can be found here…
The workshop received very good feedback. After adjournment, the Net Zero Committee Members debriefed on what was learned and next steps. If interested in further information, please contact Chris Luettgen at [email protected].
APPTI Project Corrugated Box ModelThe Alliance for Pulp & Paper Technology Innovation has selected an international team led by Miami University to carry out a project, under the direction of Dr. Douglas Coffin, titled Development of a Corrugated Box Model for Time-dependent Load Scenarios. In addition to Miami University, the team includes RISE Research Institutes Of Sweden, Scion and Massey University (New Zealand). The combined experience and expertise of the four international teams of investigators working in close collaboration will result in the development of models and methods for predicting containerboard performance.
In this project, finite element analysis (FEA) strategies and models will be developed that enable simulation of rate-dependent loading of packages. Independent input properties of corrugated board will be measured and boxes tested to verify and validate these models. The results of this project will create the foundation and roadmap to successful advanced engineering design of corrugated packaging. The Alliance for Pulp & Paper Technology Innovation (APPTI), a non-profit organization, exists to identify high priority, pre-competitive technology challenges for the pulp and paper industry and to promote research and development projects to address them. The APPTI Packaging Testing team is focused on the development of more accurate physical test methods and models to enable reduction in manufacturing costs, limit customer product loss, and facilitate the development of higher performing containerboard and converted packaging. Miami University is a public research university in Oxford, Ohio. The university was founded in 1809. Miami University is the second-oldest university in Ohio and the 10th oldest public university in the United States. RISE is Sweden’s research institute and innovation partner. Through international collaboration programs with industry, academia and the public sector, we ensure the competitiveness of the Swedish business community on an international level and contribute to a sustainable society. Scion is a New Zealand government-owned research institute that specializes in research, science and technology development for the forestry, wood product, wood-derived materials, and other biomaterial sectors. www.scionresearch.com Massey University is a university based in Palmerston North, New Zealand, with significant campuses in Albany and Wellington. |
APPTI Holds Nanocellulose Workshop
Washington, DC, May 8, 2019 The Alliance for Pulp and Paper Technology and Innovation, in collaboration with the USDA Forest Service and the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office (NNCO), held a workshop Advancing Commercialization of Nanocellulose – Critical Challenges, May 7-8 in Washington, DC,. 66 people from 44 companies, 5 government entities, and 14 universities participated in the event, conducted at the Agriculture Department’s Patriot’s Plaza III.
The two-day session was devoted to determining critical knowledge gaps and research needs which, if overcome, would have the greatest impact on accelerating widespread implementation and commercialization of nanocellulose materials and applications. Further details are found by clicking this link APPTI Holds Packaging Testing WorkshopMadison, WI. June 26, 2019 The Alliance for Pulp and Paper Technology and Innovation, in collaboration with the USDA Forest Service, held a workshop on Improving Test Methods and Performance Models for Containerboard and Converted Packaging on June 25-26, 2019 at the Forest Products Laboratory in Madison Wisconsin.
The purpose of the workshop was to bring together board and packaging producers, testing equipment suppliers, and scientists to discuss some of the common problems with today’s board and packaging test methods, define research gaps, and provide the foundation for work to improve testing and performance. The workshop was attended by 24 people including 17 from APPTI companies and partners, plus RISE, ABB, SCION, PCA, and prominent experts/consultants. The priority action items from the workshop include the following:
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