Rieter is the world’s leading supplier of systems for short-staple fiber spinning. Based in Winterthur (Switzerland), the com ... pany develops and manufactures machinery, systems and components used to convert natural and man-made fibers and their blends into yarns. Rieter is the only supplier worldwide to cover the complete spinning process across all technologies established on the market. With 15 manufacturing locations in ten countries, the company employs a global workforce of some 4 408, about 20% of whom are based in Switzerland. Rieter is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange under ticker symbol RIEN. Rieter is a strong brand with a long tradition. For more than 225 years Rieter’s innovative momentum has been a powerful driving force for progress in the spinning mill industry. The main concern is the efficiency of the customer’s yarn production. Efficiency is attained through minimal use of resources. Therefore, Rieter makes an important contribution to the sustainable production of textiles. The company comprises three business groups: The Business Group Machines & Systems develops, produces and distributes new equipment as spinning systems or as single machines. The Business Group Components develops, produces and distributes technology components, precision winding machines as well as solutions for the production of filament yarns and nonwoven fabrics. The Business Group After Sales develops, produces and distributes spare parts for Rieter machines as well as building conversions and modernizations. read more