Say hi to Daniel, our Commercial Director! Since 2008, Daniel has grown with UMV and now drives solutions helping clients move toward a sustainable, paper-based future. Get to know him better in this brief interview where he shares insights from his job. What has your journey at UMV looked like? I started at UMV back in 2008 as an Applications… Read more →
From AB Inventing to UMV Coating Systems – An Interview with Hans Kringstad Talking to Hans Kringstad is like leafing through a living chapter of industrial history. As one of the founding figures of AB Inventing that later developed into UMV Coating Systems, Hans has been part of the company since its very beginning and served as President for several years.… Read more →
A shared path towards a more sustainable arena In 2018, during a visit to Löfbergs Arena in Karlstad, right at the heart of Värmland’s hockey passion, we noticed something that had little to do with the game on the ice. What caught our attention was the large amount of plastic being used across the arena’s restaurants and kiosks. At… Read more →
UMV will be in Prague in early September to participate at PRIMA and Specialty Papers Europe, two leading events in the pulp, paper, and specialty packaging industries. Daniel and Magnus will be attending the events that are part of Smithers Paper Week 2025, bringing together experts, innovators, and decision-makers from across the supply chain. PRIMA Conference – 2 September… Read more →
Meet Philip – our globe-trotting commissioning engineer and service technician. He travels the world to help our customers install, start up, and service their machines. In a short interview, Philip shares insights about his work, his passion for the job, and what it’s like to be part of the UMV team. Hi Philip! What do you do at UMV –… Read more →
As summer arrives and many enjoy a well-earned break, we at UMV would like to extend our warmest wishes to all our customers, partners, and friends. We are open and available throughout the summer, although please be aware that our staffing will be reduced during the vacation period. Pilot Plant Deliveries Please note that from week 28 through week… Read more →
UMV Coating Systems is pleased to announce our participation in ZELLCHEMING-Expo 2025, taking place July 1–3 at the RheinMain CongressCenter in Wiesbaden, Germany. ZELLCHEMING is a key European event for the pulp, paper, and supplier industry, gathering professionals from across the value chain to explore innovations in fiber-based materials and sustainable production. Visit our stand in hall Nord, booth… Read more →
Next week, UMV will be attending the R2R Europe Conference in Milan, Italy This technical conference and exhibition brings together professionals from across the R2R sector, including flexible metallizing, coating, laminating, and more. It’s a great opportunity to connect, learn, and stay ahead of the latest innovations and trends. You’ll find us at our table top during the breaks, where we’ll be… Read more →
UMV participates in new barrier coating course in India UMV continues to support knowledge sharing and innovation in the packaging industry – this time by joining a new course in India focused on barrier coating and sustainable fiber-based materials. The course takes place June 3–5 and gathers experts and professionals from the Indian paper and converting sector. Last fall, UMV… Read more →
UMV Coating Systems is looking forward to attend TAPPICon – the premier conference for sustainable forest products producers, on May 4–7, 2025 in Minneapolis, MN. We’re always inspired by the opportunity to connect with others in the industry, exchange ideas, and explore the future of sustainable forest paper products together. Will you be attending? Let’s connect! Meet us at booth… Read more →