Genera launches ANDRITZ pulp cooking systems

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Genera launches ANDRITZ pulp cooking systems

Genera launches ANDRITZ pulp cooking systems for the production of eco-friendly packaging

Genera, an American manufacturer of eco-friendly packaging, has successfully commissioned advanced pulp cooking systems from non-wood raw materials and paper pulp preparation supplied by the international technology group ANDRITZ. This launch is a key milestone in the large-scale expansion of Genera's manufacturing facility in Vonor, Tennessee, which processes locally grown regenerative raw materials to create sustainable packaging.

Technological solution
ANDRITZ has provided comprehensive pulp cooking and mass preparation systems to ensure a stable supply of high-quality pulp for Genera thermoforming lines. These systems produce compostable molded fiber packaging for the food industry, contributing to the development of a circular economy and reducing dependence on fossil fuel-based plastics.

Equipment composition
As part of the delivery, ANDRITZ included:

• Refiners
• Mass preparation units
• Pulp washing equipment
• Pulp dewatering systems

These components play a key role in increasing Genera's production capacity and operational efficiency.

History of cooperation
The partnership of the companies has been developing since 2019:

PeriodEvent
The year 2019The first order for equipment for cooking pulp from non-wood raw materials
The year is 2025Launch of new pulp cooking and mass preparation systems

ANDRITZ continues to provide technical support and key technologies for Genera's growth in the sustainable packaging sector.

Expert opinion
“We are pleased to continue our partnership with ANDRITZ as part of the expansion of our production facilities,” said Genera CEO Ben Mascarello.

About Genera Company
Genera is North America's largest vertically integrated manufacturer of non-wood molded fiber packaging. The company operates on a cyclical “farm to compost” model, converting regenerative herbs into bio-products through integrated biorefining.

Key advantages of the technology
• Production of compostable packaging
• Reducing dependence on fossil fuel-based plastics
• Use of non-wood raw materials
• Development of a circular economy
• Vertical integration of production

Tags: #Genera #ANDRITZ #cellulose #eco-friendly packaging #biorefinery #circular_economics #non-wood raw materials

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