Beijing, China, August 24, 2026 – Kadant Fiberline (China) Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI), was recently awarded an order for an OCC system and an approach flow system from Jintian Paper for its Luzhou mill.

Scheduled to start up in 2027, PM18 will be capable of processing 1,000 BDMT of OCC daily. Kadant’s Foundations™ fiber processing technology and equipment will empower the mill to generate top-grade pulp while maximizing fiber yield with minimal energy consumption.

“We are delighted to partner with Jintian, as energy efficiency and waste reduction are shared priorities for both organizations,” said Peter Ma, vice president of Kadant Fiberline (China) Co., Ltd. “The new Foundations fiber processing line and approach flow system combine advanced technologies designed to deliver superior stock quality and reliable performance. We look forward to supporting Jintian’s expansion in central and western China through a successful project execution and startup.”

About Kadant Fiberline (China) Co., Ltd.
Kadant Fiberline (China) Co. Ltd., is a leading fiber processing and recycling equipment supplier that designs, manufactures, and services equipment used in virgin and recycled paper stock preparation and paper machine approach-flow applications.

About Kadant Inc.
Kadant Inc. is a global supplier of technologies and engineered systems that drive Sustainable Industrial Processing^®. The Company’s products and services play an integral role in enhancing efficiency, optimizing energy utilization, and maximizing productivity in process industries. Kadant is based in Westford, Massachusetts, with approximately 4,000 employees in 22 countries worldwide. For more information, visit kadant.com.

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