JMC group is promoted by a group of experienced industrialists and Technocrats with a successful track record and reputation for the past 24 years. The company was incorporated as a partnership firm in 2002 to set up a most advanced composite engineering unit complete with sophisticated equipment. With the use of state-of-the-art technology, the manufacturing and fabrication of heavy precision machinery for paper plants gives JMC a competitive edge in the age of globalization.
Paper Desk : What inspired the founding of JMC Paper Tech in 2002? What vision drove the company toward pulp and paper machinery?
Rajni Patel : JMC Paper Tech was founded in 2002 with a very clear belief: India has the capability to become a global leader in the pulp and paper machinery sector. The early 2000s were a period when India was still importing most of the advanced technologies, and very few companies were focusing on complete turnkey solutions.
Coming from a family of industrialists and technocrats, I always had the mindset of building something meaningful and long-term. Our founders believed in engineering excellence, ethical business practices, and delivering value through innovation. This combination of industrial experience and technological understanding shaped JMC’s culture from day one.
PD : How has the founding vision evolved with global expansion?
RP : Over the past two decades, our vision has expanded beyond manufacturing machines. Today, JMC is a global EPC partner, executing turnkey pulp mill and paper mill projects across Africa, Middle East, South Asia, and North America.
The core philosophy remains the same—precision engineering, honest service, and long-term commitment—but our scale, confidence, and technology have reached an international level. With projects in Uganda, Ethiopia, Kenya, Ivory Coast, South Africa, Mexico, Bangladesh, and Canada, JMC has evolved into a recognized international machinery brand.
PD : What is the scope of machinery and services offered by JMC?
RP : JMC delivers complete turnkey solutions, including:
- Stock Preparation Plants – pulpers, high-consistency cleaners, coarse and fine screening, approach flow systems
- Paper Machines – single wire, multi-wire, multi-ply board machines
- Headboxes – hydraulic, dilution control, Air cushion Pressurised
- Press Sections – single, double, and bi-nip, tri-nip, Jumbo Press
- Dryer Sections – High Efficiency Steel Dryer, MG cylinder, Yankee, hood systems
- Size Press/Film Press – Pond Size Press, Film Press, Kitchen, Chemical Preparation
- Calendering, Rewinding & Finishing equipment
- Complete Pulp Mills – continuous/batch cooking, washing, screening, oxygen delignification
- Chemical recovery systems
- Erection, commissioning, modernization, and revamp projects. Baby Sitting
- We operate as a true EPC partner, designing, fabricating, installing, and commissioning mills from concept to production.
PD : Does JMC develop and optimize components?
RP : Absolutely. Continuous improvement is part of our DNA. We regularly upgrade:
- Headbox flow uniformity
- Energy-efficient press sections
- Optimized stock prep layouts for power saving
- High Efficiency Steel dryer for Steam and power saving
- High-speed rewinder safety standards
Our R&D team works directly with mills to deliver customized solutions.
PD : Which segments does JMC primarily target?
RP : We serve:
- Kraft paper & packaging sector
- Testliner & fluting
- White top linerboard
- Duplex & triplex board
- Specialty papers (wrapping, absorbent, MG)
- Tissue (in partnership with Kawanoe Zoki, Japan)
PD : How has market demand influenced JMC?
RP : International clients have pushed us to strengthen:
- High-speed, wide-deckle machines
- Low energy consumption solutions
- Robust automation
- Long-term service models
Domestic clients have encouraged us to create cost-effective, high-performance configurations suitable for Indian conditions.
PD : Key innovations introduced recently?
RP : Heavy fabrication capability for large machines
- Integrated pulp + paper mill turnkey packages
- Digital monitoring tools
- MILLMIND – The Future of Intelligent Paper Manufacturing
- An AI innovation by JMC Paper Tech Pvt. Ltd.
- Launched at Paperex 2025
- MILLMIND is JMC’s latest technological breakthrough—an AI-powered digital intelligence platform designed exclusively for the pulp and paper industry. With the rapid modernization of paper mills and increasing demand for higher efficiency, sustainability, and automation, MILLMIND represents a major leap forward in how mills monitor, improve, and manage operations.
PD : What is MILLMIND?
RP : MILLMIND is a next-generation artificial intelligence system built to act as the brain of a paper mill.
- It integrates data from various sections of the mill—stock preparation, headbox, press section, dryer section, steam systems, pulp mill, chemicals, power usage, production and quality parameters—and converts it into real-time insights, recommendations, and predictions.
- It works like having an expert engineer + energy auditor + process analyst + quality manager working 24×7.
PD : Why Did JMC Develop MILLMIND?
RP : The pulp & paper industry is evolving. Mills today face:
- High energy and steam costs
- Variability in waste paper and pulp quality
- Need for precise machine settings
- Lack of skilled manpower
- Frequent breakdowns and production losses
- Increasing demand for digital automation
- After working with mills globally—including in India, Africa, Mexico, Middle East, and Asia—JMC realized that most mills need a simple, powerful, and user-friendly AI assistant to guide operators and management.
- MILLMIND was created to fill this gap.
PD : What Does MILLMIND Actually Do?
RP : 3-1. Real-Time Process Monitoring
- Tracks vibration, temperature, pressures, flows, consistencies
- Monitors headbox performance, moisture profile, steam/condensate
- Reads production, quality, energy, and chemical usage on the go
3-2. AI-Powered Recommendations
- Increase pulp consistency by 0.5% to improve drainage
- Reduce steam input by 7% in Dryer 4–7 section
- Your press felt is nearing end of life—recommend replacement in 5 days
3-3. Predictive Maintenance
- Predicts bearing failures
- Alerts for vacuum pump or gear box issues
- Identifies abnormal vibrations early
3-4. Quality Optimization
- Predicts GSM variation, moisture variation
- Gives settings for uniform CD profile
- Suggests speed/load adjustments
3-5. Energy Efficiency Optimization
- Calculates steam, power, and gas usage
- Recommends ways to cut energy cost by 5–15%
- Improves condensate recovery and dryer efficiency
3-6. Production Planning & Reporting
- Automated logbooks
- Daily/weekly/monthly production reports
- Cost analysis dashboards
- Operator performance tracking
PD : How does JMC manage such a wide range of services?
RP : We operate with a specialized vertical structure:
- Dedicated design team
- Fabrication & machining division
- Quality inspection cell
- Project management & erection team
- Automation & electrical team
- Site commissioning experts
Our 20+ years of experience allows us to coordinate these functions with high efficiency.
Key Challenges Faced & Lessons Learned
- Executing projects abroad required cultural adaptation, documentation skills, logistics planning, and strict timelines.
- Heavy machinery fabrication demands world-class precision and quality control.
- Customization for every project taught us the importance of flexibility and close customer interaction.
PD : How has Indian paper machinery technology evolved and How does JMC maintain international Standards ?
RP : Over the last 20 years, India has transformed remarkably:
- From low-speed 50–100 TPD machines to fully automated, 300–500 TPD high-speed lines
- Better metallurgy, CNC machining, and design software
- Modern press sections, dilution headbox, and advanced stock prep systems
- Adoption of automation and IoT
Indian machinery today is comparable with many global solutions.
We follow:
- Global design standards
- Third-party inspection
- Strict metallurgical & fabrication SOPs
- Collaboration with Japanese and European experts
- International supplier network
PD : What growth do you foresee in the next 5–10 years and how is JMC preparing for this growth ?
RP : India will continue to see strong growth in packaging, e-commerce, food delivery, and hygiene sectors
- Significant demand for Kraft paper, boards, tissue, and specialty papers
- Strong potential for waste paper-based mills and agro-residue mills
We are expanding:
- Manufacturing capacity at Sanand
- Technical manpower & global partnerships
- Heavy fabrication units
- AI-driven digital tools for mills (MILLMIND)
PD : Key challenges and how JMC plans to address them?
RP : Raw material fluctuations → efficient design
- Competition → stronger innovation
- Energy & water costs → low-consumption machinery
- Export markets → global-quality standards
Notable international projects
JMC has successfully delivered and commissioned major turnkey projects in:
- Uganda
- Ethiopia
- Kenya
- Ivory Coast
- South Africa
- Bangladesh
- Canada
- Mexico (Balaji JMC Paper Mill – 200 TPD Kraft Mill)
These projects reflect JMC’s technical strength, global reliability, and long-term service-oriented approach.
JMC continues to receive multiple recognitions from national and international customers for machine performance, innovation, and timely project execution. The company is ISO-certified and holds an excellent reputation for quality and integrity. A very special personal milestone for me was achieved recently when I was honoured with the prestigious “Doctor of Letters (D.Litt. – Honoris Causa)” by SAGE University, Indore.
This recognition celebrates my contributions to the global pulp & paper industry, international project development, and my efforts to build strong industrial and educational collaborations. It is a proud moment not only for me but also for my entire JMC family, whose continuous hard work and dedication made this achievement possible.