DS Smith Celebrates the Centennial of Kemsley Paper Mill

SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): The Kemsley Paper Mill owned by DS Smith has been in business for 100 years. The mill has seen a century of innovation and sustainability since its founding in 1924.

Niels Flierman, Managing Director, of Paper Recycling at DS Smith, commented on the milestone and pointed out that during the last two years, there has been a tremendous development in the paper business. Modern technology has been successfully implemented by the Kemsley paper mill to lower waste, water usage, and carbon impact.

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The mill has advanced significantly in recent years as a result of the company's various digitalization initiatives. The mill's operations have been completely transformed by the recent investment in Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and the adoption of Wedge, a revolutionary data mining platform. Through these initiatives, the company has been able to greatly reduce emissions while also optimizing the mill's efficiency.

The goal of the most recent £48 million investment in the fiber preparation line is to maximize material utilization while minimizing energy consumption.

The mill can currently produce about 83,000 tons of a variety of goods, including kraftliners, specialty papers, and corrugated case materials. The mill aims to continue its legacy as a pioneer in the paper industry.