Pulp & Paper Mill Repair
IWM – Expert Paper Mill Repair & Maintenance
IWM is a regional leader in paper mill repair and paper factory maintenance, delivering fast, reliable solutions that keep paper and pulp facilities running smoothly. With decades of hands-on experience, we provide custom parts, fabrication, and industrial repairs that minimize downtime and maximize equipment performance.
Paper Mill Roll Repair
We repair and fabricate nearly every type of paper mill roll, combining decades of experience with precision workmanship. Our team services:
Bowed Rolls
Calendar Rolls
Couch Rolls
Crown Control Rolls
Embossing Rolls
Press Rolls
Rectifier Rolls
Table Rolls
From repair to fabrication, we restore rolls to exacting standards to ensure consistent production quality.
Paper Mill Driveshaft Repair
Driveshafts are under constant pressure and stress, requiring regular inspection and maintenance. IWM specializes in fast, low-lead-time driveshaft repair, helping paper mills avoid costly breakdowns and maintain smooth operations.
Debarker Repair
Mechanical debarkers experience heavy impact stress on chain-driven rotary and hydraulic systems. Our team quickly strips down, repairs, and reinstalls debarker components as part of scheduled maintenance or emergency repairs, reducing downtime to the absolute minimum.
General Paper Mill Equipment Repair
Paper mills rely on large, complex machinery that requires ongoing maintenance and repair. IWM handles welding, fabrication, machining, and industrial metalwork across a wide range of equipment. Our extensive experience means we’ve likely repaired or fabricated similar machinery before.
Why Paper Companies Choose IWM
Advanced Capabilities
Vertical boring mills with 5’–18’ capacity
Large engine lathes and horizontal boring machines
CNC and digital-ready tooling for high-volume requirements
Experienced Workforce
Many of our welders and machinists have been with IWM since technical school. Low turnover ensures consistent quality across welding, machining, and repairs.
Design & Estimating Expertise
CAD design with SolidWorks
JobBOSS estimating software for consistent job reproduction
Trusted Industry Partners
We work closely with paper companies such as Verso, Boise, and SAPPI, supporting both emergency repairs and scheduled maintenance programs.
Strategic Location & Fast Turnaround
Based in Duluth, Minnesota, we provide rapid service across the Iron Range, northern Wisconsin, and the Twin Cities. IWM operates its own delivery fleet and partners with local trucking companies, including Jeff Foster Trucking, to reduce delivery times and costs.