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Tradition and technology in Borgosesia

Zegna Baruffa Lane, a historic Italian leader in yarn manufacturing, is a model of industrial excellence where tradition meets innovation. The Borgosesia headquarters, active for over a century and a half, is a living museum of textile work, yet it also houses state-of-the-art production lines capable of ensuring both high quality and volume.

The company still uses water from the Sesia river for its production processes, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and respect for natural resources. However, the modernity of the plant is reflected in the need for rigorous control over all production parameters, especially in dyeing and twisting processes, where constant temperature and air quality are crucial for the final result.

Energy efficiency as a driver of sustainability

Zegna Baruffa’s large production lines entail significant energy consumption, making optimization interventions essential to reduce environmental impact and improve process efficiency. Limiting energy and water consumption is a key requirement for ensuring true sustainability in textile manufacturing.

The Kerberos advantage: monitoring, automation, and smart data

The collaboration between Zegna Baruffa and Kerberos is driven by the desire to systematically address the challenges of energy efficiency and environmental control. Kerberos stands out for its ability to support clients through every phase of the project, from initial consultancy to the implementation of customized solutions.

Specifically, the project includes:

• Monitoring of key machinery: Using Kerberos PLCs, the core production machines are identified and monitored, integrating with existing technologies in the company.
• Advanced environmental sensors: A network of 30 sensors constantly monitors air quality and maintains optimal temperature in production departments, ensuring ideal conditions for every stage of the production cycle.
• Dedicated monitoring platform and wireless network: Kerberos provides a digital platform for data collection and analysis, supported by a wireless network infrastructure with gateways and repeaters, creating a parallel and secure network alongside the company’s own.

A pilot project for industrial redevelopment

This initiative represents the first step in a broader plan to redevelop the Zegna Baruffa production complex, aiming to elevate the quality of Made in Italy to new standards of efficiency and sustainability. Kerberos’ integrated approach transforms regulatory compliance and sustainability needs into real competitive advantages for the company.

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