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  The conversion of the Model Sachsen Papier paper mill – carried out by SGS – is shaping the future of paper production

Industry
Paper
Services
Construction management & supervision, Electrical installation, Project Management
Country
Eilenburg, Germany DE
Status
completed
A paper machine at the Model Sachsen Papier paper mill in Eilenburg has undergone an extensive conversion. Instead of producing newsprint, the plant will now manufacture lightweight corrugated base paper grades from recycled paper – a significant step towards sustainable packaging solutions. Our #SGSteam team was responsible for the entire electrical installation as well as the conversion and expansion of the plant. An impressive 600 tons of cables, control cabinets, and cable support systems were removed during the dismantling phase alone. With up to 200 SGS employees working on the project and a construction period of only ten months, this major project exemplifies precision, teamwork, and reliability.
200
Employees in action
 
10
Months of construction
 
600
Tons disassembly
 
850
km of cable
 

Our Scope of Services

The project covered a wide range of services:

  • Dismantling of the existing plant: 500 tons of cable, 100 tons of switch cabinets and cable support systems
  • Electrical installation of all plant components
  • Delivery and installation of EMSR for the paper machine, the OCC line (Old Corrugated Container) and reject processing
  • Engineering and delivery for TGA
  • Project management, planning, and on-site supervision

The following services were also provided:

  • Complete lighting planning
  • Installation of the fire alarm system
  • Pneumatic hoses

We also took care of all material delivery, logistics, and material management. Our database enabled efficient cable and drum management as well as seamless organization directly on the construction site.

Special features of the project

This project presented several challenges: a very short construction period, parallel work by different trades in a confined space, and the need for a high level of coordination. Thanks to the excellent cooperation within the #SGSteam, as well as with the customer and other partners, all tasks were completed safely, on time, and successfully.

Project data

Commissioner
Model Sachsen Papier GmbH
Customer
Model Sachsen Papier GmbH
Industry
Paper
Construction location
Eilenburg, Germany
Contruction period
10 months
Contributors
At peak times 200
Scope of delivery & service
Conversion and expansion of the existing paper machine from newsprint to corrugated base paper.

About our Customer

The Model Group is a privately owned Swiss family business with around 4,600 employees across 15 European locations. The company specialises in the production and marketing of high-quality packaging made from solid and corrugated cardboard. With the acquisition of the paper mill in Eilenburg in 2021, Model is investing in the conversion of its production from newsprint to corrugated base paper, paving the way for a more sustainable future. This investment is an important step for the company in its commitment to the sustainable packaging industry.

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