Colombier is pleased to announce its recent strategic investment in state-of-the-art sheet cutting technology, to expand the Groups’ converting capabilities.
The investment is part of Colombier’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its market position and drive competitive advantage in an ever-evolving market. By embracing the latest machine technology Colombier aims to deliver superior products and services to its customers.
With this investment, Colombier has partnered with Barry-Wehmiller (BW) Papersystems, a renowned pioneer in the field, known for their expertise in developing cutting-edge machinery. The collaboration will leverage BW Papersystems’s advanced technology and Colombier’s industry-leading expertise to create a powerful synergy.
The sheeting operation will be strategically positioned in Zeebrugge seaport in Belgium, a renowned logistics hub for forest products.
Commenting on the investment, Colomnbier’s CEO Juha-Markus Viitala stated, “Colombier has always been dedicated to providing exceptional value to our customers. We’re excited to leverage the advanced capabilities of this machine to drive efficiency and customer satisfaction.”
The new machinery incorporates the highest precision cutting and machine speeds up to 550m/ min. Possible sizes range from A5 to A3+ and knife loads go up to 230 g/m2.