Andritz will deliver drying, air and energy technology to Essity's professional hygiene business for its PM3 and PM4 tissue machines at its mill in Menasha, Wisconsin, USA. Start-ups are estimated for the end of 2022.

The Andritz equipment enables sustainable and resource- saving production and includes:
- PrimeDry Hood HT (high-temperature) and air systems for PM3 - the Andritz hoods for PM4 and PM15 were recently started up successfully.

- an 18 ft. PrimeDry Steel Yankee for PM4, with head insulation for energy efficiency and Andritz's own metallization - PrimeCoat Stratos - to provide greater hardness and extended Yankee lifetime.

The Andritz drying equipment will enable tissue machines at the Menasha mill to operate at speeds of up to 2,000 m/min with products for a wide range of basis weights. The scope of supply includes installation advisory services, start-up, commissioning, and training.

Essity is a leading global hygiene and health company that conducts sales in approximately 150 countries and sells professional hygiene products.