delfort Invests in New Pressboard Machine to Expand Transformer Insulation Materials Portfolio

Specialty paper manufacturer delfort has invested in a new pressboard machine to expand its portfolio of electrical insulation materials for the transformer industry, aiming to support growing demand driven by electrification and grid expansion.

The investment is intended to increase the availability of pressboard materials used in transformer insulation systems, a critical component in power transmission and distribution infrastructure. According to the company, the additional capacity will help customers secure supply for both new transformer installations and replacement projects as utilities and industrial operators modernize electrical networks.

delfort said the expansion strengthens its position in the electrical insulation materials market, where it has longstanding experience supplying paper-based insulation products for transformers and other electrical applications. The company noted that the new production capability is designed to provide reliable material availability and support long-term performance requirements in transformer operations.

The move comes as global investments in electrification, renewable energy integration, and power-grid upgrades continue to increase demand for transformer manufacturing and associated insulation materials. delfort stated that the added capacity is intended to help customers plan and scale projects with greater supply security.

Headquartered in Traun, Austria, delfort manufactures specialty papers for a range of applications, including packaging, publishing, food-contact products, and electrical insulation materials. The company operates production and converting facilities across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.