ANDRITZ supplied key equipment for the pulping and stock preparation process to ensure the supply of high-quality pulp to the facility’s thermoforming systems, which produce sustainable molded fiber packaging for food applications. These compostable, high-performance packaging solutions support the circular economy and the shift away from fossil-based plastic packaging.

ANDRITZ’s supply scope included multiple refiners and stock preparation equipment along with additional pulp washing and dewatering equipment. These components play an important role in Genera’s production process, increasing production capacity and contributing to efficient and sustainable operations.

Genera first ordered ANDRITZ non-wood pulping equipment in 2019. Since then, the two companies have maintained a close collaboration, with ANDRITZ continuing to provide services and key equipment to support Genera’s growth in the sustainable packaging market. 

“We were thrilled to continue our partnership with ANDRITZ as we expanded our production capabilities,” said Ben Mascarello, Chief Executive Officer of Genera. “Their pulping and stock preparation systems are essential to our mission of producing high-quality, compostable packaging. This expansion allows us to meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging and reinforces our commitment to environmental stewardship.”

About Genera

Genera is an integrated biorefinery and sustainable materials company headquartered in Vonore, Tennessee, that partners with local farmers to grow regenerative grasses and transform them into domestically sourced, compostable molded fiber and other biobased products. 

As North America’s largest vertically integrated producer of non-wood molded fiber packaging, Genera serves food and consumer packaging, foodservice, retail, healthcare, and institutional markets through a circular, farm-to-compost and recycling model.

The company produces durable, high-quality packaging that helps brands meet their sustainability goals and strengthen the circular economy. Genera offers a wide range of stock and custom solutions with options such as film lamination, coatings, heat sealing, pad insertion, embossing, and printing – empowering brands and consumers to make sustainable choices without compromising quality or performance, while supporting the environment, American jobs, farmers, and rural economies.