In Rio do Sul, State of Santa Catarina, is located our Headquarter where for 40 years we are developing state of art technology for the paper industry. Our lines include paper machines for different grades as tissue, fine and board production and stock preparation equipment as well. With a highly-specialized technical staff, we have reached excellence in high-performance products, in compliance with strict quality standards acknowledged worldwide. This consolidated position results from the adoption of an advanced management process, from conscious investments for project development and from result-oriented planning. We also have one cylinders manufacturing line for paper machines with capacity to produce Yankee Cylinders with diameters up to 7320 mm (24 ft) and face length up to 6500 mm. This manufacturing site counts on modern machines and a unique infrastructure which allow complete equipment construction from plate calandering to the final process of metallization and grinding. In addition to product development, Hergen has the expertise to offer a full range of services from pre-engineering to the mill site services during machine shutdown periods. Aiming at fulfilling requirements expressed in the international safety regulations, we invest in modern tools for quality and process control. Every step forward in our vision of the future increases our competitiveness and market presence, consolidating us as an important player in this worldwide sector. Hergen, solutions for the paper industry.