Recently, Indonesia's Indah Kiat Pulp and Paper Co., Ltd. (IKK)—a project fully supported by NATUS Electric in its power distribution system construction—has successfully achieved full paper production for its three major paper machines: PM3, OCC, and PM1. The completion of three projects is a milestone demonstrates NATUS Electric's capability to deliver end-to-end solutions for overseas projects, encompassing manufacturing, cross-border logistics, on-site commissioning, and after-sales service.
PT Indah Kiat Pulp and Paper Tbk. established in 1976 and a subsidiary of Asia Pulp & Paper Group (APP), a global pulp and paper industry leader, is Indonesia's leading integrated pulp and paper manufacturer. As a key member of APP, IKK has long been committed to driving sustainable growth and innovation across the global paper industry, which sets stringent requirements for the safety of power distribution system, continuous operational reliability, and overseas project delivery capacity.
Over 1,000 ENERGON Systems Safeguard Three Major Paper Machine Projects
Since the contract was signed in mid-2024, NATUS Electric has successfully delivered and commissioned over 1,000 units of ENERGON low-voltage intelligent power distribution systems across three projects: PM3, OCC, and PM1. These systems are equipped with NATUS's globally exclusive DTS bidirectional sliding mechanical transmission device and ARCSAFE arc-resistant busbar system, which ensures the operational safety of personnel and equipment via a robust physical design. Rendering them a reliable solution for the harsh operating conditions of the paper industry.
During the project execution, all departments of NATUS collaborated seamlessly to ensure that equipment delivery and technical support were fully aligned with customer requirements.
NATUS Electric – ENERGON Low-Voltage Switchgear System for the IKK PM1 Project
Overseas Project Team Stands Fast, Epitomizing Professional Dedication
During the commissioning phase, a project commissioning team led by Zhang Liyong, with team members Zhang Chong, Wei Qing, and Zhu Chengbing was stationed at the Indonesian project site for a long term, accumulating a total on-site stay of nearly one year.
Despite numerous challenges in the initial phase of the project, such as inadequate on-site facilities, language barriers, and disparities in dietary and living habits, the team overcame all obstacles and completed equipment commissioning tasks with high quality. The team also collaborated with the client and paper machine manufacturers to facilitate after-sales service, and maintained efficient communication with the domestic headquarters to ensure the smooth progress of the project.
Their professional expertise and unwavering dedication have earned NATUS an outstanding service reputation in the global overseas market.
NATUS Electric – ENERGON Low-Voltage Switchgear System for the IKK PM1 Project
Project-Driven Global Strategic Layout Deepened
The successful delivery of the IKK project has not only showcased NATUS Electric's full-process delivery capability for large-scale overseas projects, but also further verified the competitive strength of the "German Technology + Chinese Smart Manufacturing" model in global high-end industrial scenarios.
Building on the strategic partnerships forged with leading domestic enterprises such as Liansheng Pulp and Paper in 2024, NATUS Electric has further deepened its professional expertise in the papermaking industry. Through such project-driven initiatives, the company is advancing the global rollout of the “Safe Power Distribution” concept.
Going forward, NATUS Electric will continue to drive innovation through technological advancements, prioritize customer needs, and provide safer, smarter, and greener power distribution solutions for the global process industry.