Abstract
Research was carried out on the automation and control solutions in the pulp
and paper industry of South Africa. A comprehensive analysis was established
for all the pulp and paper manufacturing processes allowing for an accurate
evaluation of the factors impacting on the pulp and paper industry. Market
sizes of different automation and control solutions sub sectors were
calculated for 2007 and forecasts determined for the period 2007 to 2014. In
addition, market dynamics, such as drivers and restraints were also identified.
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