The convenient and efficient Stringo 450 vehicle mover has been the international car industry’s first choice when it comes to transporting cars safely and cleanly in tight spaces. This spring a new, more effective model was launched, and now the special Stringo 450 LD model is being launched. Using the Stringo 450 LD, it is possible to securely transport three metric tonnes of cars farther than with the standard Stringo 450.

Konecranes latest advancement in the service business, TRUCONNECT® Remote Services, gives customers access to actual usage and safety related data of their lifting devices through a remote connection. With this information the customers can plan future maintenance actions with increased confidence and they can also observe possible safety issues. In future, the TRUCONNECT offering will include a variety of distinct remote services ranging from periodic data reporting to real time diagnostics, technical support and production monitoring.

Finding ways to save money and the environment is important for polyurethane manufacturers. Using Walki®Peel Foam or Walki®Cover Foam protection materials helps producers of PUR foam blocks to cut down on costly chemical consumption, while at the same time reduce waste in manufacturing.

Walki Group is in the forefront of innovation and committed to being so also in the future. As one of the few companies in the field of intelligent packaging materials, Walki will showcase its cutting-edge technologies at the Moscow International Forum for Innovative Development “Open Innovations” scheduled to take place from 31st October to 3rd November.

Kemira presents its novel strength chemistry solutions for tissue and board makers at PAP FOR 2012, the largest pulp and paper event in Eastern Europe. PAP FOR attracts thousands of visitors interested in the latest technologies in pulp and papermaking, both from Russia, CIS and other countries. The event will take place in St. Petersburg, Russia on October 30 – November 2, 2012.

Intelligent, modular and versatile – SMARTON sets new standards in technology, flexibility, efficiency, and safety. SMARTON is the result of Konecranes’ 50+ years of experience with heavy-duty lifting applications in process industries. Since its launch, SMARTON has been adopted by many of the world’s leading industrial companies because it offers the right mix of mechanical excellence, lifting intelligence, and service support. SMARTON works intelligently for industries including general manufacturing, steel, automotive, pulp and paper, mining and power, among others.

Walki Group, a leading producer of technical laminates and packaging materials, took up a major challenge. As a result, French luxury coffee maker Malongo will introduce, in December 2012, a novel way to pack high-quality coffee pods using environmentally sustainable and recyclable materials. The new packaging was developed in cooperation between Walki, Swedish paper manufacturer Korsnäs, and Malongo, and it could open up new doors for Walki in the future.

Equipment design and cleaning procedures both play a role in thorough sterilization and cleaning.

Kemira launches a new chrome and aldehyde free tanning system Tanfor T™ that gives superior results compared to the current aldehyde based wet white and in many respects also to wet blue leathers. This revolutionary sustainable leather tanning system outperforms traditional tanning systems when it comes to dyeability and requires only minor adjustments to the traditional production process of leather. Tanfor T can be used for all major applications like automotive, upholstery, shoes and garments.

Oliotalo Oy designs and manufactures intelligent remote monitoring solutions and provides engineering services of embedded systems. With this investment, Miston Oy becomes the majority owner of Oliotalo. Kaius Häggblom, the founder and managing director, will stay with the company as the managing director and co-owner. Oliotalo Oy will continue operations as an independent company.