Papiertechnische Stiftung

PTS was set up as a foundation in 1951 and assists at the location in Munich and Heidenau companies in all sectors with the development and use of modern fibre-based solutions in the areas of research, consultancy, testing and training. The competences focuses on

Fibres & Composites: Development of specialty papers and fibre composites, semi-finished paper products and bio-composites for new markets.

Packaging & Conformity: Development of coated barriers, packaging with new functions and contact-free paper and board converting processes.

Print & Functional Surfaces: We are your partner in the area of functionalizing web-type materials, optimizing printability and runnabilty as well as evaluating surfaces.

Innovative measuring: Sensors and measurement solutions facilitate for more efficient process management and assuring the quality of products, especially in the management of recovered paper.

Material Testing & Analytics: Analyzing and evaluating paper, board, cartonboard, corrugated board, nonwovens, composites, packaging, paper converting and print products, dispersions, emulsions, pigments, water, wastewater and residues.

In Munich PTS is operating one of Europe’s fastest and most advanced pilot coaters, the VESTRA system. The institute in Heidenau offers optimally equipped analytical laboratories and modern pilot plant facilities for pulp and paper.

The training programme of PTS offers the latest technological knowledge about paper production, converting and new applications of paper.