Chemical-mechanical pulp from Sicem Saga: Quality and sustainability from Italy

What makes chemical-mechanical pulp so special?
Chemical-mechanical pulp combines the advantages of mechanical and chemical pulping. During production, the wood is first chemically pretreated and then mechanically defibrated. This process achieves higher yields than purely chemical processes and at the same time delivers better fiber properties than mechanical processes.
Sicem Saga uses patented technologies to maximize these advantages. The innovative impregnation system significantly improves wood pulping and enables precise control of pulp properties. This results in products with an optimal balance between strength, volume, and brightness.

Versatile applications
Sicem Saga's chemical-mechanical pulp is suitable for a wide range of applications:
Coated paper: High brightness and smooth surfaces ensure excellent printing results. Up to 60% poplar pulp can be added without compromising quality.
Tissue paper: CMP optimizes the brightness, softness, and volume of the end product, improving consumer comfort.
Coated cardboard: Improved volume and increased strength enable savings in the middle and outer layers.
Printing and writing paper: The high brightness and fineness of poplar fibers produce very smooth surfaces. Up to 70% CMP can be used for bulky paper.
Base fabric for decorative papers: Optimal balance between volume, mechanical properties, and absorbency.

Italian poplar wood as a sustainable raw material
Sicem Saga relies primarily on poplar wood from Italian plantations and sawmill waste. Italy is considered the center for the cultivation of first-class, fast-growing poplars. In addition, the company uses post-consumer wood from recycled pallets and packaging.
All suppliers must certify the origin of the wood and comply with legal requirements. These strict controls ensure that no wood is sourced from controversial sources. The use of fast-growing poplars reduces pressure on natural forests and supports sustainability.

Patented technology for tailor-made solutions
At the heart of production are proprietary, patented processes for quality optimization. The innovative impregnation system significantly improves wood pulping and allows flexible adjustment of pulp properties.
Paper manufacturers can choose between different parameters:
• Brightness from 30-85%
• Dewatering resistance from 20-57 SR
• Variable mechanical properties
This flexibility allows the pulp to be optimally tailored to specific product requirements and production costs to be optimized.

Commitment to environmental protection and sustainability
Sicem Saga goes well beyond legal requirements when it comes to environmental aspects. The company is ISO 14001 and FSC certified and meets strict environmental and sustainability standards.
Sustainable production processes include:
• High pulp yield per amount of wood used
• Low water consumption with a high proportion of reused water
• Low energy requirements
• Chlorine-free bleaching for TCF pulp
• Low wastewater pollution
Continuous investment and process optimization further minimize environmental impact. Sicem Saga's chemical-mechanical process is considered particularly environmentally friendly and resource-efficient.

Convincing advantages for paper manufacturers
Sicem Saga pulp offers paper and cardboard manufacturers decisive advantages:
• High product customization according to individual customer requirements
• Chlorine-free bleaching for sustainable TCF pulp
• Low splintering tendency and good fiber bonding
• High opacity and smooth surfaces
• Possibility of reducing the proportion of expensive chemical pulp
• Cost optimization without loss of quality

Why choose Sicem Saga?
With over 65 years of experience, Sicem Saga is one of Europe's leading manufacturers of chemical-mechanical pulp. The company combines traditional expertise with state-of-the-art technology and consistent further development.
Its flexible production technology enables tailor-made solutions for every customer. At the same time, its consistent focus on environmental protection and resource conservation ensures forward-looking and sustainable production.
Paper manufacturers benefit from high-quality, versatile pulps that can be optimally integrated into existing production processes, helping to reduce costs and improve their environmental footprint.