Siemens and Spinnova are collaborating to advance sustainable textile manufacturing at the Woodspin factory in Jyväskylä, Finland. This partnership includes Brazilian pulp producer Suzano. Siemens is providing digital twins to optimize production processes, along with IT and OT convergence for better transparency and robust cybersecurity measures. This support helps Spinnova scale its innovation more effectively.
"Working with Siemens has transformed how we approach manufacturing," said Tuomas Oijala, CEO of Spinnova. "Their technological expertise has enabled us to ramp up production quickly and brings credibility to our mission." He emphasized that this collaboration not only advances technology but also promotes a sustainable future in the textile industry.
The Woodspin factory was virtually commissioned using a digital twin with Plant Simulation from the Tecnomatix portfolio. This tool improved efficiency by simulating operations, material flow, and identifying bottlenecks. The use of Siemens' Opcenter software ensured consistent quality from raw materials to finished fiber by optimizing research and development processes.
Siemens’ Totally Integrated Automation concept supports the entire automation architecture, integrating line control, safety technology, diagnostics, drives, and field devices into one platform via TIA Portal. Additionally, Siemens Industrial Edge allows Spinnova to collect operational data for cloud analysis to track energy consumption and enhance transparency for customers and partners. Spinnova's cybersecurity framework relies on Siemens' Defense-in-Depth concept.
This initiative aligns with Siemens’ broader strategy of promoting sustainable practices through technological innovations. The company aims to influence industries positively where technology intersects with sustainability.