Lime in the Manufacturing of Pulp

Quicklime plays a central role in the closed chemical circulation of a modern pulp mill. Thanks to lime, the chemicals used in the cooking process can be circulated in a pulp mill's recycling line, which decreases the environmental impact. Pure and homogeneous lime and reliable deliveries are expected from lime suppliers as momentary peaks in the volume requirement can be significant.

About 250 kg of quicklime is needed in the production of a tonne of pulp. Normally, 3 to 4 per cent is replaced by new lime, as the main part of the lime is reused in the recycling of chemicals. 

The pulp industry also uses lime products in effluent treatment. For this purpose Nordkalk produces quicklime, slaked lime and limestone powder.