A refiner-based technology for the production of Micro-fibrillated Cellulose (MFC) has been developed and is now fully commercialized. This production process combines advanced refiner and plate technology with an innovative control system that maximizes production efficiency and flexibility through either a batch or continuous refining process, utilizing both disk and conical refining technology. It can produce MFC from a wide variety of fiber types including bleached or unbleached hard wood, soft wood kraft, bleached eucalyptus, and OCC.

There are two strategies for applying MFC in paper and board production. First, internal addition to the sheet, primarily for strength, and secondly application to the surface of the paper.