Pulp and Paper
enterpriseTarget: Paper Mill
If you are a paper mill dealing with high energy costs and wastewater — this project developed a closed-loop drying system that can save up to €5 million on energy and 20 million litres of water annually.
SuperDryer · Project
Energy-Efficient Industrial Drying System to Cut Emissions and Operational Costs
environmentPilotedTRL 7
Imagine a giant industrial dryer that doesn't let any heat or steam escape into the air. Instead of wasting energy and releasing smoke, it catches everything and puts it back into the process. It's like a closed-loop system that cleans up the air while saving a massive amount of electricity and water.
By the numbers
5 million
Euro annual energy savings for average pulp/paper mill
20 million
Litres of water saved annually for average pulp/paper mill
42,000
Tonnes of CO2 cut yearly for average pulp mill
25%
Reduction in energy use compared to existing driers
100%
Heat and evaporated moisture recovery
The business problem
What needed solving
Industrial drying is currently expensive, energy-intensive, and polluting, often releasing significant particle emissions, CO2, and wasting heat and water.
The solution
What was built
A full-scale demonstration unit of the SuperDryer system, featuring a patented closed-loop air circulation and heat recapture mechanism.
Audience
Who needs this
Pulp and paper mill operatorsMunicipal sludge treatment plantsTextile recycling facilitiesIndustrial biomass processorsMining and metal processing plants
Business applications
Who can put this to work
Waste Management
anyTarget: Municipal Sludge Processor
If you are a sludge processor dealing with landfill gas emissions — this project developed a dryer that stops 100% of airborne emissions and eliminates methane and CO2 leaks from landfilling waste.
Textile Recycling
SMETarget: Clothing Recycler
If you are a textile recycler dealing with energy-heavy drying processes — this project developed a system that reduces energy use by 25% compared to traditional dirty driers.
Frequently asked
Quick answers
How does this impact operational costs?
Based on available project data, an average size pulp or paper mill could save up to €5 million on energy costs annually.
Can this be scaled for different production sizes?
Yes, the SuperDryer is designed to be compact and scalable across many industries and various production sizes.
What intellectual property protects this technology?
The system utilizes a patented closed-loop heat and moisture recapture system.
How does it integrate with existing energy sources?
The system is designed to run with renewable energy inputs, allowing companies to cut GHG emissions to zero.
What is the timeline for commercial availability?
The project period ran from 2022-04-01 to 2024-12-31, focusing on piloting the first full-scale unit to reach commercialization.
Consortium
Who built it
The project is led by a single Finnish SME, TM System Finland Oy, which maintains 100% industry ratio. This lean structure indicates a direct path to commercialization, leveraging the company's existing team of 100+ experts and their established track record of energy-saving equipment.
How to reach the team
Contact TM System Finland Oy via their official website for commercial inquiries.
Next steps
Talk to the team behind this work.
Contact us to match your industrial drying needs with SuperDryer's capabilities.
More in Environment & Climate
See all Environment & Climate projects →