AAI will provide the project management and engineering services necessary for the controls project including system design, Foxboro DCS configuration and graphics. Included in the project is start-up support and operator training.

AAI has implemented controls on over two dozen recovery boilers in the 90's. The company also offers an optimization package that optimizes the recovery boiler process to increase black liquor throughput, efficiency, and run time.

"Champion International is an important client to our company and we are pleased to extend our expertise once again to of one its mills," said Dave Pasciolla, AAI President. "We believe that our expertise in the recovery area of a pulp mill is unmatched in the industry and we look forward to future opportunities to expand our relationship with Champion International."