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Papertech’s TotalVision Expands Into the Steel Industry

Long recognized for innovation in machine vision solutions for the paper, pulp, tissue, non-woven, and battery industries, Papertech is excited to announce the expansion of its TotalVision technology into the steel industry.
Papertech’s WebInspector® and WebVision® systems had successfully applied to metallurgical processing lines, hot rolling, and sheet finishing operations. Built to withstand harsh industrial environments, TotalVision systems use high-speed digital cameras housed in rugged enclosures, ensuring reliable performance even under extreme conditions.
The advanced software detects and maps surface defects in real-time, helping operators minimize downtime, reduce waste, and enhance product quality — delivering the same high-value results Papertech is known for across all industries.
Key TotalVision Features:
• High-resolution imaging with synchronized LED lighting and automated lens cleaning
• User-friendly inspection software for fast and accurate defect mapping
• Simple maintenance with off-the-shelf, non-proprietary components
• Powerful performance tools including instant video playback and 24-hour event history
Papertech is proud to partner with Star Tool & Die Works Inc. and will showcase its steel-ready TotalVision solutions at AISTech 2025, held May 5–8 at the Music City Center in Nashville, TN. Visit Booth #2607, where Richard Eagle, Hardware Developer – Engineering at Papertech, will be on-site for live system demos.
For more information on how Papertech’s machine vision systems can enhance steel production processes, stop by or visit www.papertech.ca.

WebInspector® – AI-BASED web inspection
WebInspector® systems for web inspection not only ensure production efficiency and product quality, but also efficiency of the entire downstream converting process – from the winder to converting to complaint handling. The unique image processing system based on neural networks reliably detects and documents all defects in the paper web.

WebVision® – web monitoring and web break analysis
Web monitoring and web break analysis with WebVision® systems by Papertech have become a standard in solving and eliminating runnability problems – whether paper, board, pulp or tissue machine.

Global Services from Papertech
As part of the IBS Paper Performance Group, Papertech continues to deliver innovative machine vision solutions that enhance production efficiency, improve product quality, and reduce waste. With tailored solutions and cutting-edge imaging technology, we help you overcome production challenges and achieve peak performance.

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About Papertech
Papertech is the industry-leading machine vision system supplier for a range of web-based production lines. There are now over 1,500 installations in 43 countries. Papertech’s unified platform, combining event capturing (WMS) and web inspection (WIS) into a single non-proprietary platform, helps paper, tissue, board and pulp producers around the world optimize their paper quality and production efficiency. IBS Papertech GmbH and Papertech Inc. are part of the IBS Paper Performance Group.
About IBS Paper Performance Group
The IBS Paper Performance Group is the world’s leading specialist in the optimization of paper, board, pulp and tissue machines – with high-quality machine components, innovative system solutions and services as well as highly specialized and motivated employees. Almost all major machines worldwide use products from the group of companies based in Teufenbach-Katsch (Austria) on a daily basis. With 24 locations and over 800 employees worldwide, the company is present wherever the paper, board, pulp and tissue industries are at home.
Contact: 219 East 1st Street, North Vancouver, BC Canada V7L1B4
Tel.: +1-604-990-1600 info@papertech.ca
Web: https://www.papertech.ca/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/papertech/

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Global Tissue Manufacturer Boosts Efficiency with Papertech’s Advanced Vision System
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A leading global tissue manufacturer has enhanced the efficiency and quality of its operations at its Oklahoma facility by integrating an upgraded machine vision system from Papertech Inc. Known for producing high-quality consumer products, the facility has successfully completed the system upgrade, significantly improving defect detection accuracy and overall performance.

For decades, Papertech Inc. has been a trusted partner, consistently delivering reliable products and services. The company looks forward to continuing this strong partnership for years to come.

WebInspector® – AI-BASED web inspection

WebInspector® systems for web inspection not only ensure production efficiency and product quality, but also efficiency of the entire downstream converting process – from the winder to converting to complaint handling. The unique image processing system based on neural networks reliably detects and documents all defects in the paper web.

WebVision® – web monitoring and web break analysis

Web monitoring and web break analysis with WebVision® systems by Papertech have become a standard in solving and eliminating runnability problems – whether paper, board, pulp or tissue machine.

Global Services from Papertech

As part of the IBS Paper Performance Group, Papertech continues to deliver innovative machine vision solutions that enhance production efficiency, improve product quality, and reduce waste. With tailored solutions and cutting-edge imaging technology, we help you overcome production challenges and achieve peak performance.

Background information

About Papertech
Papertech is the industry-leading machine vision system supplier for a range of web-based production lines. There are now over 1,500 installations in 43 countries. Papertech’s unified platform, combining event capturing (WMS) and web inspection (WIS) into a single non-proprietary platform, helps paper, tissue, board and pulp producers around the world optimize their paper quality and production efficiency. IBS Papertech GmbH and Papertech Inc. are part of the IBS Paper Performance Group.

About IBS Paper Performance Group

The IBS Paper Performance Group is the world’s leading specialist in the optimization of paper, board, pulp and tissue machines – with high-quality machine components, innovative system solutions and services as well as highly specialized and motivated employees. Almost all major machines worldwide use products from the group of companies based in Teufenbach-Katsch (Austria) on a daily basis. With 24 locations and over 800 employees worldwide, the company is present wherever the paper, board, pulp and tissue industries are at home.

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Groupe Sustana Enhances Production with New Papertech System

Groupe Sustana, formerly Rolland Paper, is further advancing the efficiency and quality of its operations at its St-Jérôme, Québec facility with the integration of Papertech Inc.’s state-of-the-art machine vision solutions. Known for producing specialty papers, the facility is adding a new WIS system to PM8, following the successful installation of Papertech’s WMS system on both PM8 in 2020 and PM7 in 2021. These systems were installed by the Papertech team before their transition to sales.

The new WIS system will bring enhanced capabilities to the production line. It includes a new beam housing (3) 8K line scan cameras, paired with two light sources—one for transmission and one for reflection—to detect a broad range of paper defects. This new addition will enhance defect detection accuracy, significantly boosting overall performance.

In addition, Groupe Sustana will implement Papertech’s iSTOP+™ system, eliminating the need for their current ink marking process. This upgrade will provide a more efficient solution with a single camera and LED setup on both the paper machine and winder, streamlining operations and reducing potential disruptions.

The pre-engineering visit for the new system is scheduled for the first week of February 2025. The system is expected to be delivered by mid summer, with installation and commissioning slated for completion before the end of 2025. This latest installation at Groupe Sustana further solidifies Papertech’s role as a trusted partner in the paper manufacturing industry.

WebInspector® – AI-BASED web inspection

WebInspector® systems for web inspection not only ensure production efficiency and product quality, but also efficiency of the entire downstream converting process – from the winder to converting to complaint handling. The unique image processing system based on neural networks reliably detects and documents all defects in the paper web.

WebVision® – web monitoring and web break analysis

Web monitoring and web break analysis with WebVision® systems by Papertech have become a standard in solving and eliminating runnability problems – whether paper, board, pulp or tissue machine.

 iSTOP+™ – new non-marking winder automation solution

iSTOP+™ represents the industry’s first non-marking solution for accurately measuring the machine direction (MD) sheet position at the winder. There is no need for ink, lasers, or any type of marking when using our iSTOP+™ camera image pattern matching solution (patent pending). The maintenance and safety issues associated with ink and laser type marking are eliminated from winder control, with the added benefit of increased system reliability.

Global Services from Papertech

As part of the IBS Paper Performance Group, Papertech continues to deliver innovative machine vision solutions that enhance production efficiency, improve product quality, and reduce waste. With tailored solutions and cutting-edge imaging technology, we help you overcome production challenges and achieve peak performance.

Background information

About Papertech
Papertech is the industry-leading machine vision system supplier for a range of web-based production lines. There are now over 1,500 installations in 43 countries. Papertech’s unified platform, combining event capturing (WMS) and web inspection (WIS) into a single non-proprietary platform, helps paper, tissue, board and pulp producers around the world optimize their paper quality and production efficiency. IBS Papertech GmbH and Papertech Inc. are part of the IBS Paper Performance Group.

About IBS Paper Performance Group

The IBS Paper Performance Group is the world’s leading specialist in the optimization of paper, board, pulp and tissue machines – with high-quality machine components, innovative system solutions and services as well as highly specialized and motivated employees. Almost all major machines worldwide use products from the group of companies based in Teufenbach-Katsch (Austria) on a daily basis. With 24 locations and over 800 employees worldwide, the company is present wherever the paper, board, pulp and tissue industries are at home.

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ABB WEB INSPECTION SYSTEMS UPGRADED SUCCESSFULLY!
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Papertech, a member of the IBS Paper Performance Group, has developed a simple and economical way for upgrading existing ABB Web Inspection Systems (WIS). The solution is based on the proven and constantly improved WebInspector® WIS technology, providing customers with maximum confidence regarding the availability of spare parts and service. Using existing components reduces costs, complexity and the associated application engineering expenses.

As part of the upgrade, Papertech’s matrix or linescan cameras seamlessly replace the existing cameras and processing cards. While the existing lighting can be retained, it is advisable to upgrade to the slim and energy-efficient WebLED lighting technology, which operates with low power consumption and high output, requiring no active cooling. This streamlined approach not only simplifies installation but also substantially decreases energy consumption and maintenance requirements.

Papertech’s WebInspector® is based on non-proprietary camera and processor technology. With hundreds of WebInspector® WIS units in operation around the world, customers have achieved excellent results in paper quality control on all types of paper grades using Papertech’s advanced AI neural network based defect analysis and classification.

Reader contact

Papertech Inc

Tel. +1 604-990-1600, info@papertech.ca, www.papertech.ca

Press contact

Christine Chi, Marketing Coordinator

christine.chi@papertech.ca | +1 778 956 2429

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About Papertech Inc.

Papertech Inc. is a renowned company in the paper and pulp industry, offering cutting-edge web-based machine vision inspection and process optimization solutions. Established in 1996, Papertech is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, and serves customers globally. Their diverse range of products and services is dedicated to enhancing product quality, improving production efficiency, and reducing waste.

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iSTOP+: Revolutionary non-marking winder automation solution

IBS Paper Performance Group and Papertech proudly announce the launch of iSTOP+TM, a revolutionary non-marking winder automation solution that is set to transform the paper manufacturing industry.

iSTOP+TM eliminates the need for messy ink or laser marking, offering a clean and efficient way to measure the machine direction sheet position at the winder. Using advanced camera image pattern matching technology (patent pending), iSTOP+TM accurately addresses critical holes without interruptions, ensuring seamless production.

This groundbreaking solution stores customer roll map data, allowing for pre-selection of stop-on-defect classes and on-the-run defect selections. By enhancing operational efficiency and eliminating maintenance concerns, iSTOP+TM sets new standards for reliability and safety in paper manufacturing.

For more information about iSTOP+TM and its revolutionary impact, please visit: www.papertech.ca

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Reader contact

Papertech Inc

Tel. +1 604-990-1600, info@papertech.ca, www.papertech.ca

Press contact

Christine Chi, Marketing Coordinator

christine.chi@papertech.ca | +1 778 956 2429

Background information

About Papertech Inc.

Papertech Inc. is a renowned company in the paper and pulp industry, offering cutting-edge web-based machine vision inspection and process optimization solutions. Established in 1996, Papertech is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, and serves customers globally. Their diverse range of products and services is dedicated to enhancing product quality, improving production efficiency, and reducing waste.

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Papertech’s Innovative Solutions Addressing OEE Challenges in Tissue Converting Lines, Featured in TissueMag
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May 23rd 2023

In a recent article published by TissueMag, Papertech showcased its groundbreaking solutions aimed at tackling the OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency) concerns related to tissue production.

Papertech’s cutting-edge technologies, including its TotalVision™ system, were praised for their ability to monitor, inspect, and enhance quality control throughout the production cycle. By effectively identifying and addressing tissue defects, Papertech’s solutions empower tissue manufacturers to optimize their converting lines and enhance OEE.

As tissue producers strive to optimize their converting lines and drive operational excellence, Papertech remains at the forefront, providing state-of-the-art solutions that elevate tissue quality, reduce defects, and enhance OEE performance.

To learn more about Papertech’s revolutionary technologies and their impact on improving OEE in tissue converting lines, please refer to the full article in TissueMag.

https://www.tissuemag.com/insight/is-the-quality-of-tissue-you-produce-killing-oee-on-your-converting-lines/

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Papertech Internal Training – May 2023


Papertech Completes Successful Internal Training, Bringing Together Staff from Different Entities with Diverse Professional Backgrounds.

May 12th, 2023 – Papertech is excited to announce the successful completion of Papertech’s internal training program for the week of May 8th. The program brought together staff from different entities across the company, including those from Brazil, Austria, Australia, Germany, US, and eastern Canada, to further develop their skills and knowledge in Vancouver, BC.

The training program was designed to enhance the competencies of Papertech’s workforce and to align the teams with the company’s strategic vision. The program consisted of various modules, including technical training, soft skills development, and team building exercises. The training was conducted in a collaborative and interactive environment that fostered learning and knowledge sharing.

“We are thrilled with the outcome of this internal training program,” said Mark Bartelmuss, CEO of Papertech Inc. “It was inspiring to see our staff from different entities come together to learn and grow as a team. Our training program was conducted in a collaborative and interactive environment that fostered learning and knowledge sharing. We’re proud of our staff for their commitment to growth and development, and we believe this training will help us continually improve the quality of our products and services.”
Papertech recognizes the importance of investing in its employees’ professional development, and the company is committed to providing ongoing training opportunities to support its workforce. By doing so, Papertech aims to continually improve the quality of its products and services and to maintain its position as a leader in the industry.

About Papertech Inc
Papertech is a global leader of machine vision systems for web-based production lines in the paper, pulp, and tissue industries. With over 30 years of experience, Papertech is committed to providing high-quality products and services to its customers while maintaining sustainable practices. Since 2016 Papertech Inc. is part of the IBS Paper Performance Group. For more information, please visit www.papertech.ca



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604.990.1600

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Totalvision advanced training – April 2023


Papertech Inc. Successfully Hosts Customer Training Session for TotalVision Solutions.

North Vancouver, BC Canada – Papertech Inc., a leading provider of innovative machine vision systems for web-based production lines in the paper, pulp, and tissue industries, hosted a customer training session last week that was met with great success. The training session was designed to help Papertech’s customers maximize the benefits of their TotalVision Solutions (WebInspector+WebVision) by providing them with in-depth knowledge and training on the features and functions.

The training session was attended by customers from different countries, who all expressed their satisfaction with the event. Attendees were able to learn about WebInspector (WIS) and WebVision (WMS) and received hands-on training on how to use TotalVision Solutions effectively.

Papertech takes great pride in providing its customers with exceptional products and services. The customer training session is just one of the many ways Papertech aims to ensure its customers receive the most value from their investment.

“We are thrilled with the success of the customer training session,” said a Papertech expert. “Our goal is to help our customers achieve the maximum benefits of our products and services, and this training session is one of the many ways we are committed to achieving that goal.”

About Papertech Inc
Papertech Inc is an innovative machine vision systems for web-based production lines in the paper, pulp, and tissue industries. The company has been providing exceptional products and services to its customers since 1996. Since 2016 Papertech Inc. is part of the IBS Paper Performance Group. For more information, please visit www.papertech.ca

Contact:
Papertech Inc
marketing@papertech.ca
604.990.1600

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Papertech Partners with Honeywell
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HOUSTON, Oct. 16, 2019 — Honeywell today announced its collaboration with Papertech to develop and market TotalVision™, a connected, camera-based detection system for the flat sheet industries. The system enables customers to identify and resolve defects on the production line, improving quality and efficiency. The fully integrated total quality control solution is designed for flat sheet and film processes in which surface detection and production break monitoring capabilities are critical for competitive success. This new solution is designed for paper, pulp, tissue, board, extruded film, calendaring, lithium-ion battery, copper and aluminium foil producers. Read the complete news release at this link:

https://www.honeywellprocess.com/en-US/news-and-events/Pages/pr-10162019-honeywell-and-papertech-collaborate-on-camera-based-quality-control-system-for-the-flat-sheet-industries.aspx

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Facts on Paper
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It’s long been a tradition to footnote personal emails with quotes, personal musings, or statements that reflect your views. It’s an easy way to put your message out for consumption without getting too detailed. These days tweets have taken this to the next level, sometimes several levels too many. Some of the first email tags were environmental, everyone remembers this one

“Please consider the environment before printing this email”

This appeared quite a while back during the “paperless office” campaigns back in the 90s. The idea being that by reducing paper use in favor of electronic communications, we are saving trees. Many years later the online world has expanded beyond anything people could have imagined, bringing with it new information about the evolution of the paper and digital industries.

The folks at twosidesna.org have put together a collection of myth-busting facts about the paper industry that we thought you might find interesting. Please visit their site to learn more.

Ready to bust some myths?

 

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