ITM and Dr. Andrew Jones Partner to Revolutionize Recovery Boiler Operations

Integrated Test & Measurement (ITM) is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Dr. Andrew Jones, a distinguished expert in recovery boiler operations and process optimization. This collaboration merges ITM’s cutting-edge real-time instrumentation technology with Dr. Jones’s extensive expertise in the pulp and paper industry to deliver innovative solutions that optimize boiler performance. 

About Dr. Andrew Jones

Dr. Jones, the original inventor of strain gauge technology for boiler applications, brings over 30 years of hands-on experience in the pulp and paper sector. He has worked closely with mills worldwide, tackling operational challenges and driving transformational change at every level of the organization. His contributions include: 

• Advanced techniques for understanding and addressing boiler fouling. 

• Strategic insights into improving efficiency and reliability. 

• Connections with leading software and hardware providers to develop comprehensive solutions. 

Dr. Jones has collaborated with ITM since the earliest installations of strain gauge technology, maximizing its value by identifying deposit formations and removals within recovery boilers. His process knowledge complements ITM’s expertise in real-time data measurement, creating a partnership that’s uniquely positioned to transform boiler operations. 

What This Partnership Means for You

Together, ITM and Dr. Jones will help pulp and paper mills achieve:                                                                                                                                                             

• Enhanced Operational Efficiency: Real-time monitoring combined with expert process analysis will provide actionable insights to reduce downtime and optimize performance. 

• Sustainable Boiler Operations: Minimize fouling, reduce energy consumption, and achieve operational excellence with tailored solutions. 

• Cost Savings: Avoid unnecessary costs with improved sootblowing, chemical reduction efficiency, and reduced support fuel usage, all while increasing revenue through enhanced boiler throughput. 

A Message from Tim Carlier, CEO of ITM

“Andy’s unparalleled expertise, domain knowledge, and innovative techniques, combined with ITM’s advanced real-time boiler monitoring solutions, create a synergy that will provide our customers with unmatched value,” said Tim Carlier, CEO of Integrated Test & Measurement. “This partnership is a testament to our commitment to helping the pulp and paper industry achieve greater efficiency, sustainability, and long-term success.” 

Our Vision: PERSIST

Through our PERSIST framework (Process Expertise and Real-Time Solutions for Instrumentation and Sustainable Boiler Technologies), we are committed to optimizing the operation and maintenance of kraft recovery boilers. Our proven methodology assesses current operations, identifies gaps, implements targeted solutions, and iteratively improves processes to deliver sustained results. 

Let’s Start PERSISTing Together 

To learn more about how this partnership can benefit your mill, contact Ryan Welker (ryan.welker@iTestSystem.com) or Dr. Andrew Jones (andrew.jones@iTestSystem.com) today to schedule an engagement meeting. Together, we can transform your boiler operations, reduce costs, and ensure long-term success. 

Contact ITM
Integrated Test & Measurement (ITM)
227 Water Street, Suite 300
Milford, OH 45150
Phone: 844.837.8797 ext. 0
Email: info@itestsystem.com
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