Konecranes has received an order from Valmet Paper Technology (China) Co., Ltd. to supply a full range of advanced cranes for its new facility in Wuxi, China. The contract was booked in May 2025, with delivery scheduled for November 2025.
Valmet Paper Technology is a leading global supplier to the paper industry, providing technologies and services that help improve production processes. The relocation and expansion project aims to increase workshop capacity and introduce modern equipment to boost productivity and product quality.
Advanced Lifting Solutions
The order includes:
- Two 126-ton double girder cranes
- Two 80-ton double girder cranes
- Gantry, jib, and workstation cranes for lighter operations
All cranes are equipped with inverter control, Extended Speed Range (ESR), synchronized lifting, and collision protection systems to ensure safe and precise handling.
The heavy-duty cranes will manage loads between 40–126 tons, while the smaller cranes will support light assembly operations, improving overall material flow and operational flexibility in the new facility.
Customer and Industry Collaboration
“This project required lifting solutions that can handle high loads with precise movement, while also meeting demanding safety requirements,” said David Ma, Sales Director, CTO, Industrial Equipment at Konecranes China.
“By combining heavy-duty cranes with flexible lifting systems, we are providing Valmet with a solution tailored to their production processes in Wuxi,” he added.
Xinwei Fang, Project Manager at Valmet Paper Technology (China) Co., Ltd., said: “Konecranes demonstrated strong technical expertise and reliable process management during the planning phase. As Finnish companies, Konecranes and Valmet share values of innovation and collaboration, which supported effective execution.”
About Konecranes
Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a wide range of industries. The company focuses on digitalization, safety, and sustainable solutions that support decarbonization and circularity.
With 16,500 employees in over 50 countries and 2024 group sales of EUR 4.2 billion, Konecranes continues to set new standards in the lifting industry. Its shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki under the symbol KCR.
