JPJ-Wood expands drying capacity by 20,000 m³ with Valutec
New batch kiln investment removes a key production bottleneck and supports JPJ-Wood’s continued growth Finnish sawmill company JPJ-Wood Oy is investing in two new forklift-loaded batch kilns from Valutec as part of its continued production development. The investment will strengthen JPJ-Wood’s drying operations and support the company’s plans to increase sawn timber production.
The two batchkilns will be equipped with pressure frames and Valutec’s Valmatics 4.0 control system, bringing the new capacity into the same control environment as JPJ-Wood’s existing kilns.
“As our sawmill production continues to grow, drying has become a critical bottleneck in our operations. This investment will increase our drying capacity by approximately 20,000 cubic metres per year and support our goal of increasing annual sawn timber production to 200,000 cubic metres,” says Markus Luodelahti, Managing Director of JPJ-Wood Oy.
For JPJ-Wood, the investment is not only about increasing capacity. A common control platform will also strengthen production control and create opportunities to further improve drying quality and energy efficiency.
“Key factors in selecting Valutec’s solution were the pressure frames, bringing all our kilns under the same Valmatics control system, and the strong availability of service and spare parts. At the same time, we will improve drying quality and overall production control,” Luodelahti continues.
A solution supporting JPJ-Wood’s continued growth
Valutec’s forklift-loaded batch kilns combine production flexibility with precise climate control and consistent drying quality. The pressure frames help reduce deformation during drying, supporting high and consistent end-product quality.
Valmatics 4.0 provides advanced tools for controlling, monitoring and optimizing the drying process. By integrating the new kilns into the same control platform, JPJ-Wood gains a clear overview of its drying operations and improved possibilities for production planning and process optimization.
“JPJ-Wood has a clear growth strategy, and we are very pleased to be part of their continued development. The new kilns will give them the flexibility, control and drying quality needed as production grows, while Valmatics 4.0 provides a common platform for optimizing the entire drying operation,” says Juha Pöylijoki, Sales Manager at Valutec.
Commissioning during the first half of 2027
Equipment deliveries will begin towards the end of 2026, with installation, commissioning and start-up scheduled for the first half of 2027.
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