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CEO Jukka-Pekka Kumpulainen in his office
CEO Jukka-Pekka Kumpulainen in his office
Inside Helsinki Woollen Sock Factory computers and mobile phones are forbidden. Instead we listen to this radio.
Inside Helsinki Woollen Sock Factory computers and mobile phones are forbidden. Instead we listen to this radio.
Ada is seaming woollen socks. The yarn used for seaming is extra-strong, and the seams are checked individually to maintain strong quality.
Ada is seaming woollen socks. The yarn used for seaming is extra-strong, and the seams are checked individually to maintain strong quality.
Joanna Baarman is shaping the woollen socks after washing them. The final shape is achieved in special stretchers, while making sure that there are no twists or other anomalies in the socks.
Joanna Baarman is shaping the woollen socks after washing them. The final shape is achieved in special stretchers, while making sure that there are no twists or other anomalies in the socks.
Faithful Komet Knitters doing what they do best. Designed in the 20’s, electrified in the 50’s, and still working like a charm.
Faithful Komet Knitters doing what they do best. Designed in the 20’s, electrified in the 50’s, and still working like a charm.
Yarn bobbins in stock, each holding around 4kg of quality carded wool yarn. Our yarn is made with traditional recipe, aiming for durability and comfort.
Yarn bobbins in stock, each holding around 4kg of quality carded wool yarn. Our yarn is made with traditional recipe, aiming for durability and comfort.
Jukka Pesonen taking care of one of the Komet Knitters. With meticulous, daily care the old machines still run smoothly and reliably.
Jukka Pesonen taking care of one of the Komet Knitters. With meticulous, daily care the old machines still run smoothly and reliably.
Depending on the machine, the cylinders hold 48, 52 or 56 needles each. Our machinist can hear a needle crack from afar, and will instantly replace the broken piece.
Depending on the machine, the cylinders hold 48, 52 or 56 needles each. Our machinist can hear a needle crack from afar, and will instantly replace the broken piece.
Photos: Mikael Kaplar, Jaakko Kilpiäinen