Siam Fibreboard, a Thai manufacturer of medium-density fibreboard (MDF) and reconstituted wood products, has signed the final acceptance of two PressBooster systems supplied by Sunds Fibertech, completing a project that began with an order in Nov 2025.

The first system was started up in Apr 2026, followed by the second on the company’s thin-board, high-speed production line in Jun. Both systems have operated reliably and met the agreed performance targets, according to Sunds Fibertech.

The PressBooster system uses steam to heat the fibre mat before pressing. The technology is designed to increase production capacity and improve board quality while reducing resin consumption and manufacturing costs.

“The successful acceptance of both PressBooster systems is an important milestone for this project and for our cooperation with Siam Fibreboard,” said Marcus Mattsson, vice-president of sales for Asia-Pacific at Sunds Fibertech.

“We greatly appreciate the excellent collaboration throughout the project. The successful start-up and performance of both systems confirm the value of PressBooster technology in helping producers increase capacity and reduce production costs,” he said.

Implications for the Panelboard Manufacturing Industry
The project highlights the growing importance of process optimisation in the panelboard industry. Manufacturers face the challenge of increasing output while maintaining product consistency and controlling production expenses.

Technologies that improve several aspects of manufacturing can provide operational advantages. In this case, the PressBooster systems combine higher production capacity with improved board quality and reduced resin consumption.

These benefits are particularly relevant to producers seeking to strengthen production efficiency without sacrificing finished-product standards.

The installation on Siam Fibreboard’s thin-board, high-speed line also demonstrates the application of the technology in a demanding production environment. Both systems have achieved the agreed performance targets, according to the companies’ project announcement.

The results provide a basis for continued cooperation between the manufacturer and its technology supplier. The companies intend to build on the successful project in their future business relationship.

Sunds Fibertech’s Focus on Panelboard Solutions
Sunds Fibertech supplies equipment, technologies and process solutions to the panelboard industry. Its offerings are intended to help manufacturers improve product quality, increase production efficiency and lower operating costs.

The company’s approach centres on technology development and process improvements that support efficient and sustainable manufacturing.

The completed Siam Fibreboard project reinforces this focus. By combining steam-based fibre-mat heating with the pressing process, the two installations have delivered the targeted operational performance.

For Siam Fibreboard, final acceptance marks the conclusion of a project that began with the order in November 2025 and progressed through two successful start-ups in 2026.

The outcome also strengthens the partnership between Siam Fibreboard and Sunds Fibertech. Both companies have acknowledged the cooperation that supported the project’s completion.

Looking ahead, the collaboration provides a foundation for continued engagement between the two businesses. The successful implementation demonstrates how specialised manufacturing technology can support higher output, consistent board quality and more efficient resin use across fibreboard production operations.
  

Source: woodandpanel.com