Holmen Timber
Fully Automated Impregnation Plant
Customer: Holmen Timber
Location: Braviken, Sweden
Construction period: 2017–2018
The Challenge
Holmen Timber required a high-capacity impregnation facility that could ensure reliable production, full traceability, and flexible unmanned operation. The goal was to strengthen efficiency and quality while minimizing staffing needs and ensuring seamless integration with their existing systems.
The Solution
We delivered a fully automated impregnation plant with a complete transport system, tailored to Holmen Timber’s production requirements.
The facility is built in line with current standards and directives, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational excellence. It can run both Fullcell and Lowry processes and operate unmanned for up to 24 hours.
The plant is equipped with an advanced SCADA monitoring and control system, fully integrated with Holmen Timber’s ERP platform. This provides total production traceability and includes automated SMS alerts to staff during autonomous night and weekend operations.
The Benefits
With the new facility, Holmen Timber has achieved:
A high-capacity impregnation plant (118,000 m³ annually)
Full production traceability through ERP integration
Reliable, flexible automation with SCADA monitoring
Reduced staffing requirements with unmanned operation up to 24 hours
Increased operational safety with proactive SMS alerting
The Result
Holmen Timber now operates a future-proof impregnation facility that delivers efficiency, traceability, and reliability, supporting the company’s long-term growth and sustainability goals.
