Pulp & Paper: How ProcessBarron Supports the Industry Behind Everyday Life

In this episode of Powering the Process, we break down the real work behind the pulp and paper industry, one of the most essential sectors in modern manufacturing. From Amazon shipping boxes and packaging to tissue, diapers, labels, and paper products, pulp and paper mills power everyday life more than most people realize.Host Jen Little is joined by Joe Waite, Vice President of Air Handling and Material Handling Products, to explore how pulp and paper mills operate, the biggest maintenance and efficiency challenges plants face, and how modern upgrades are helping mills stay productive, sustainable, and compliant.This episode covers: • How the pulp and paper industry evolved in the digital age • Why containerboard and packaging demand are booming • How power boilers, dust collectors, and fans impact plant efficiency • The hidden cost of particulate and equipment erosion in industrial facilities • A real-world case study that eliminated millions in downtime • Preventive maintenance strategies that reduce shutdown risk • How mills meet environmental regulations and emissions standards • Career advice for engineers and professionals entering industrial manufacturingWhether you work in manufacturing, engineering, plant operations, maintenance, or industrial sales, or you’re simply curious about how everyday products are made, this episode delivers practical insights from inside the plant.Subscribe to Powering the Process for weekly conversations about industrial manufacturing, plant reliability, process engineering, and real-world solutions that keep production running with ProcessBarron's support.