Rieter technologies stand for sustainable spinning processes that have a major impact on the lowest possible consumption of energy, water and chemicals. These technologies make efficient use of raw materials, consume energy in a sustainable manner and are extremely progressive in the use of recycled fibers.
Accordingly, Rieter has set itself the goal of developing products and system solutions for its customers that allow them to produce in a more environmentally friendly manner, whether as a result of reduced raw material input or lower energy consumption, or through the development of cutting-edge technologies for processing recycled fibers.
Energy efficiency
As part of the textile value chain, yarn production must also be continuously optimized from the perspective of sustainability.
The importance of energy efficiency for yarn production and Rieter’s contribution is illustrated by the following simplified example: A ring spinning machine of the latest generation with 2 000 spindles achieves energy savings of 10% compared to an older machine and thus reduces energy consumption by 80 MWh per year.
Over the use of 1 million spindles through 500 Rieter machines with 2 000 spindles each, energy consumption is reduced by 40 000 MWh per year. This corresponds to a reduction in CO2 emissions of 40 000 tons per year from coal-fired electricity.
Social sustainability
The safety and health of employees are of fundamental importance to the Rieter Group.
Social sustainability involves employees, management and responsibility, equal opportunities, diversity and social commitment.
EHS minimum requirements and audits
Based on its environmental, health and safety strategy (EHS), the Rieter Group has defined clear minimum requirements that are safeguarded by the environmental and occupational safety officers at the production sites. Compliance with these requirements is verified in connection with risk audits and by means of self-testing.
The Rieter Group has operated a well-established risk control audit system for all locations for many years. The Corporate Risk and Insurance Management team conducts risk audits at regular intervals in conjunction with external partners.
Product safety
Product safety is Rieter’s top priority. For this reason, Rieter has a well-structured product safety organization and works with external specialists if necessary. A product safety officer has been appointed for each product group. These officers are supported by a global network and regular internal training courses. Clear processes and risk assessments have been established and an appropriate exchange of experience is assured.
Continuous education and training
To manufacture and deliver high-quality products and services, Rieter needs competent employees. Know-how, commitment, flexibility and loyalty are the key to success. Therefore, Rieter attaches great importance to the continuous development of its employees.
Rieter needs high-performing people who understand the company and its challenges. That is why Rieter focuses on promoting talented specialists. The goal is to fill as high a percentage of management positions as possible with employees from within the company.
Optimal use of raw material
An important aspect in connection with the sustainability of yarn production is the use of raw materials.
Processing recycled material
The results of a current Rieter study show that, on Rieter machines, it is possible to spin not only rotor but also ring yarns with a proportion of up to 75% of recycled fibers from old clothing.
Digitalization
The Rieter Digital Spinning Suite, ESSENTIAL, already measures energy consumption, quality data and key production statistics along the entire process chain in many spinning mills around the globe.
