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Compendium of 58 Most Useful KPIs for the Pulp & Paper Sector


These KPIs are crucial for assessing the quality, efficiency, and sustainability of the paper manufacturing process.

 

1.      Basis Weight Variation: The consistency or variation in the weight of paper produced, measured per unit area.

 

2.      Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) of Effluent: The amount of dissolved oxygen required by microorganisms to decompose organic material in effluent water.

 

3.      Black Liquor Solids Production: The quantity of solid content produced during the black liquor recovery process.

 

4.      Bleaching Efficiency: The effectiveness of the bleaching process in removing color from pulp.

 

5.      Brightness Stability: The ability of paper to maintain its brightness over time and under various conditions.

 

6.      Bursting Strength: The strength of paper to resist bursting under pressure.

 

7.      Chemical Usage Efficiency: The efficiency of chemical usage in the paper manufacturing process.

 

8.      CO2 Emissions per Ton of Production: The amount of carbon dioxide emitted per ton of paper production.

 

9.      Creep (or Stretch) under Load: The degree to which paper stretches or deforms when subjected to a load.

 

10.  Curl: The tendency of paper to curl, either towards the coated or uncoated side.

 

11.  De-inking Efficiency: The effectiveness of the de-inking process in removing ink from recycled paper.

 

12.  Effluent Treatment Efficiency: The efficiency of the treatment process in purifying wastewater before discharge.

 

13.  Energy Self-Sufficiency: The extent to which the paper mill generates its own energy needs.

 

14.  Fiber Efficiency: The efficiency in the utilization of fibers in the paper production process.

 

15.  Fiber Sourcing Percentage: The proportion of fibers sourced from different materials in the paper-making process.

 

16.  Filler Content: The proportion of filler materials used in the paper composition.

 

17.  Fluff Pulp Production: The production volume of fluff pulp, often used in absorbent products.

 

18.  Fold Endurance: The ability of paper to endure repeated folding without breaking.

 

19.  Formation: The uniformity in the distribution of fibers and other components in the paper.

 

20.  Internal Bond Strength: The strength of paper in resisting internal tearing.

 

21.  Lignin Removal Efficiency: The effectiveness of the process in removing lignin from pulp.

 

22.  Lime Mud Reburning Efficiency: The efficiency of lime mud reburning in the recovery process.

 

23.  Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR): The frequency of lost time injuries per unit of work hours.

 

24.  Moisture Content: The amount of moisture present in the paper.

 

25.  Paper Break Frequency on Paper Machines: The frequency of paper breaks during the manufacturing process.

 

26.  Paper Dusting: The release of dust or particles from the paper surface.

 

27.  Paper Grade Change Frequency: The frequency of changing the grade or type of paper produced.

 

28.  Paper Machine Efficiency: The overall efficiency of the paper-making machine.

 

29.  Paper Smoothness: The smoothness or roughness of the paper surface.

 

30.  Particulate Emissions: The release of particulate matter into the air during the paper production process.

 

31.  Percent of Non-Wood Fiber: The percentage of non-wood fibers used in the paper composition.

 

32.  Ply Bond Strength: The strength of the bonds between layers or plies in multi-ply paper.

 

33.  Pulp Bleaching Sequences: The sequences or processes involved in bleaching pulp.

 

34.  Pulp Consistency in Paper Machine Headbox: The consistency of pulp as it enters the paper machine headbox.

 

35.  Pulp Detrimental Contaminants Level: The level of detrimental contaminants present in the pulp.

 

36.  Pulp Dryness After Washing: The dryness achieved by pulp after the washing process.

 

37.  Pulp Freeness: The degree of freedom of pulp fibers in water, affecting drainage.

 

38.  Pulp Yield Percentage: The percentage of usable pulp obtained from raw materials.

 

39.  Pulping Liquor Concentration: The concentration of chemicals in the pulping liquor.

 

40.  Ratio of Coated to Uncoated Paper Production: The proportion of coated to uncoated paper produced.

 

41.  Ratio of Mechanical to Chemical Pulp: The ratio of mechanically produced pulp to chemically produced pulp.

 

42.  Ratio of Softwood to Hardwood Pulp: The ratio of softwood fibers to hardwood fibers in the pulp composition.

 

43.  Recycled Fiber Usage: The proportion of recycled fibers used in paper production.

 

44.  Retained Ash Content: The amount of ash content retained in paper after combustion.

 

45.  Stiffness: The stiffness or rigidity of the paper.

 

46.  Sulfur Emissions: The release of sulfur compounds into the air during the paper production process.

 

47.  Tear Resistance: The resistance of paper to tearing.

 

48.  Tensile Strength: The maximum tensile stress a material can withstand.

 

49.  Thermal Conductivity of Paper: The ability of paper to conduct heat.

 

50.  Total Reduced Sulfur (TRS) Emissions: The release of total reduced sulfur compounds during the paper production process.

 

51.  Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) Emissions: The release of volatile organic compounds into the air.

 

52.  Waste Paper Recovery Rate: The percentage of waste paper that is recovered and recycled.

 

53.  Water Use per Ton of Product: The amount of water used per ton of paper produced.

 

54.  Whiteness: The brightness or whiteness of the paper.

 

55.  Wood Chip Hardness: The hardness of wood chips used in the paper production process.

 

56.  Wood Chip Size Consistency: The consistency in size of wood chips used in the paper-making process.

 

57.  Wood Chip Yield: The yield or efficiency in obtaining usable material from wood chips.

 

58.  Wood Usage Efficiency: The efficiency in the utilization of wood in the paper production process.

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

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