N R Agarwal Industries’ PM-2 paper machine has produced a record 30,001 MT in a month, alongside its lowest-ever steam consumption of 1.66 tonnes per tonne of paper. The company’s finished production also reached a record 27,900 MT, according to a Papermart report on October 1, 2026.
PM-2 also recorded its highest-ever finished deliveries and its lowest-ever power consumption, listed at 420 in the reported KKW/MT unit. The article did not state the reporting month, the machine’s installed capacity or its location.
What Did N R Agarwal’s PM-2 Achieve?
Monthly machine production of 30,001 MT averages roughly 1,000 MT per day over a 30-day month. Papermart had earlier reported a 1,007 MT per day record at the machine, so the monthly figure is consistent with sustained operation near that daily peak. The 27,900 MT finished production figure is the saleable output after trimming and conversion losses.
Why Does Lower Steam and Power Use Matter for Paper Mills?
Steam and power are among the largest variable costs in paper making. Reaching 1.66 T/T steam consumption and a record-low power figure at the same time as record output shows that higher throughput came with better energy efficiency, which protects margins when fuel and power costs rise.
Market Reaction and Industry Response
The announcement did not include analyst or stock-market commentary. The same Papermart report mentioned that N R Agarwal Industries is setting up a ₹1,500 crore multilayer board plant, signalling continued expansion of its packaging-board capacity. Another producer, Aryan Paper, reported a monthly record above 11,000 MT on the same day.
What Happens Next?
The key questions are whether PM-2 can repeat 30,000 MT months and when the ₹1,500 crore multilayer board plant moves forward. Customers in corrugated and folding-carton packaging will look for consistent supply and pricing as festive demand builds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PM-2’s record monthly production?
PM-2 at N R Agarwal Industries achieved 30,001 MT of machine production in a month, with finished production of 27,900 MT.
How low is PM-2’s steam consumption?
The machine posted its lowest-ever steam consumption at 1.66 tonnes of steam per tonne of paper (T/T).
What new project is N R Agarwal Industries planning?
The company is setting up a ₹1,500 crore multilayer board plant, as mentioned in the Papermart report.
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