Steam Management Inc. Case Study – The Weyerhaeuser Company

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Control Valve Replacement, Automation, and Steam Metering for The Weyerhaeuser Company

In the dynamic landscape of industrial operations, the quest for efficiency, reliability, and sustainability stands paramount. This case study delves into the collaborative endeavor between Steam Management Inc. (SMI) and the Weyerhaeuser Company, a prominent player in the timberland industry, to revolutionize steam system automation at their veneer mill in Zwolle, Louisiana.

Faced with the challenge of optimizing steam utilization amidst operational constraints, Weyerhaeuser sought SMI’s expertise to design and implement a comprehensive control valve replacement, automation, and steam metering project. By leveraging innovative engineering solutions and cutting-edge technology, this partnership aimed to enhance steam flow monitoring, streamline process control, and bolster operational efficiency. 

Steam Management, utilized the expertise of our process integrations team to execute the PLC programming and controls commissioning required for the project.

About Steam Management Inc.

Steam Management is a premier energy conservation contractor, providing custom design/build solutions when you need to retrofit steam, hydronic, water and HVAC building systems for best performance, high efficiency and resiliency. Using proven technologies and best-in-class designs, Steam Management customizes energy conservation solutions making it easy to achieve energy savings and facility improvements. Learn More…

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