International technology group Andritz has acquired the Swedish analyzer and measurement technology company PulpEye.

The acquisition complements Andritz's capabilities by adding the core pulp quality analyzers and measurements into the group's automation and digitalization portfolio.

PulpEye is a technology company, focusing on online applications and services for the global pulp and paper industry. The Swedish company provides pulp, paper and board producers with a wide range of proven online pulp analyzers, measurements and controls ranging from chip quality, kappa to fiber properties and more throughout the process. Since 2002, PulpEye products have contributed to stabilized and higher pulp quality, process efficiency and reduced energy consumption in pulp production.

Andritz will continue to invest in the further development of the PulpEye product line and will establish a dedicated service network to provide customers with global support. The acquisition complements the extensive portfolio of Smart Series, Andritz Intelligent Instruments, and leverages the group's position to provide total solutions combining measurements, analyzers, advanced process control and optimization, as well as a broad range of services.

International technology group Andritz offers a broad portfolio of innovative plants, equipment, systems, services and digital solutions for a wide range of industries and end markets.