HNL employs state-of-the-art technology and precision-driven processes to ensure that the end product is of superior quality. Some of the highlights are:
- Continuous upgradation and improvisation in technology for cost minimization and quality improvements.
- First Newsprint Manufacturer in India to integrate process automation covering all the plants.
- E-practices in all functional areas viz. purchase, distribution, finance, stores, HR, process and maintenance, with ERP and other supporting infrastructure networks – to ensure quick response time.
- Online Digital quality control system.
- Incremental, significant technological improvements in all critical areas like pulping, paper machine and finishing areas.
In the forefront
HNL has always maintained an edge in technology. Following are a few instances of the use of modem technology by HNL.
- Used Hydrogen Peroxide for bleaching which resulted in better bleaching and lesser pollution.
- Installed and later upgraded the computer based Quality Control System for Paper machine.
- FBC conversion of Boilers.
- Introduction of DCS system for all mill process operations.
- Lime sludge re-burning plant for recovery of chemicals.
- Energy efficient Falling Film Evaporator and Finisher in Recovery plant.
- Installed Fiber Optic LAN for mill-wide Computer networking.
- Implemented Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, BaaN for all business activitives.