Siemens and Spinnova drive innovation and sustainability in textile manufacturing
EDITOR ’ S CHOICE AN INNOVATIVE COLLABORATION
SIEMENS
Siemens and Spinnova drive innovation and sustainability in textile manufacturing
Siemens , a leading technology company announced an innovative collaboration with Spinnova , a sustainable textile technology company , to help transform the textile industry with sustainable fiber production . This collaboration underscores Siemens ’ strategic commitment to driving sustainability and digitalization in manufacturing industries .
Spinnova is known for its groundbreaking technology for producing textile fibers with minimal environmental impact , has teamed up with Siemens to transform the way textiles are manufactured globally . Siemens has helped Spinnova reduce its time to market with its Siemens Xcelerator automation technologies , software , and services .
Scaling sustainability impact with Siemens Xcelerator
Spinnova ’ s patented technology produces textile fiber using a mechanical process that mimics how spiders weave their webs . This process can be used to produce fiber from a variety of raw materials , from wood to leather , textiles , and agricultural waste . SPINNOVA ® fiber can then be processed into yarn and fabrics like any other conventional fiber .
“ With their unique technology , based on circularity , Spinnova is setting a new standard for environmental sustainability in the textile industry ,” said Eryn Devola , Head of Sustainability at Siemens Digital Industries . “ Our Siemens Xcelerator portfolio , our know-how and global network are helping
Spinnova scale , reduce time to market , and increase operational efficiency .”
According to Spinnova , the production of SPINNOVA ® fiber emits 74 percent less CO 2 and uses 98 percent less water than the global average of conventional cotton , generates zero process waste and requires zero harmful chemicals .
Siemens Xcelerator enables sustainable fiber production at industrial scale
The transformative power of the collaboration to produce sustainable textiles is showcased at the Woodspin factory in Jyväskylä , Finland , a joint venture between Spinnova and pulp producer Suzano . With digital twins to optimize the product and production processes ,
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