Team Blandin

Once again UPM-Blandin Paper Company has provided IRE with a great project to let students gain some real world experience. This semester is a thermodynamics project. The goal of the project is to gain knowledge about Line 6's dryer section and then optimize the dryer system. The dryer system uses steam to heat dryer cans which remove moisture from the paper. By finding ways to reduce steam usage in the dryer section, our team will provide Blandin with very valuable information. With the rise in energy costs, less steam usage would greatly benefit Blandin financially. The aspects of this project involve great opportunities for our team to gain knowledge about paper making, learn advanced technical skills, and to get some valuable industry experience. My teammates and I are excited about the project and will keep you updated as we progress.