World’s Widest Release Paper Production Line Starts Up at Wuzhou Special Paper with Voith Technology

Voith and Wuzhou Special Paper have successfully launched the PM 21 specialty paper machine in Hanchuan, China, marking the world’s widest release paper production line with a working width of 8.1 meters. This state-of-the-art machine, fully supplied by Voith, produces approximately 300,000 tons of high-quality specialty release paper annually in basis weights from 35 to 120 g/m². Release paper, coated with silicone for non-stick properties, finds diverse applications protecting sticky surfaces in everyday life. The PM 21 achieves speeds up to 1,400 meters/minute, integrating advanced Voith technologies such as MasterJet Pro F, DuoFormer D II, NipcoFlex shoe press, and SpeedSizer AT film press to optimize paper strength, dryness, surface smoothness, and energy consumption. This milestone strengthens the long-standing strategic partnership between Voith and Wuzhou, underscoring Voith’s leadership in specialty paper production technology and supporting Wuzhou’s growth ambitions.