GEFRAN

Gefran S.p.A., based in Provaglio d’Iseo (Brescia), is a leading Italian multinational in the design and production of sensors, systems, and components for industrial process automation and control,,. Founded in 1969 by Ennio Franceschetti, the company has established a strong international presence, listing on the Milan Stock Exchange in 1998 in the prestigious FTSE Italia STAR segment,,. With approximately 700 employees and a turnover exceeding 130 million euros, the Group stands out for its vertically integrated supply chain, allowing it to flexibly meet the specific needs of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs),,.

Gefran's current technological offering is divided into three main business units:

Sensors: This division produces high-precision devices for measuring temperature, pressure, position, and force; high quality is ensured by the in-house production of primary elements in cleanroom environments,,.

Automation Components: This unit provides instruments for indicating and regulating process variables, integrated with a line dedicated to power control (solid-state relays and regulators) designed to optimize production cycles and energy savings,,.

Automation Platforms: This segment develops integrated solutions such as PLCs, HMI terminals, and advanced digital platforms like MAX (IoT) and the GAIA AI assistant for monitoring and predictive analysis,,,.

Thanks to consolidated application know-how, Gefran serves diversified industrial markets,. It is a global benchmark in plastic transformation control, where its technologies optimize injection and extrusion machines,,. In the mobile hydraulics sector, it provides reliable sensors to ensure safety and performance for agricultural and construction machinery,,. The company also excels in metal cold deformation control and heat treatment processes,,. The Group's expertise further extends to thermal and process control in the glass, ceramics, food, wood, and textile industries,,,.

Global reach is a hallmark of Gefran, which operates through 14 direct sales branches in strategic countries such as France, the UK, Belgium, Singapore, and Turkey,. Production capacity is supported by 6 manufacturing sites abroad (Brazil, China, Germany, India, Switzerland, and the United States), working in synergy with the Italian technological hubs in Provaglio d’Iseo and Gerenzano,,,. Essential for presiding over international markets is the solid distribution channel, which includes over 80 authorized distributors worldwide, ensuring global technical assistance and commercial support,,.

The corporate identity is guided by "The Gefran Way" philosophy, which promotes sustainable innovation and the centrality of people,,. This commitment is reflected in talent development through the FLY Academy, a center of excellence dedicated to continuous training and collaboration with prestigious research centers and universities.

Gefran's identity is defined by a deep corporate culture, summarized in the concept of "The Gefran Way." This philosophy is based on the belief that "the future is our present," a vision that drives the company to constantly push technological boundaries to anticipate market trends through innovation and speed of execution.

Gefran's core value is the centrality of people. Despite its multinational dimension, the Group preserves a family-business spirit where "people truly come first," promoting a climate of collaboration and belonging across all its global locations. Talent development is a strategic pillar, realized through the FLY Academy: a center of excellence offering continuous training programs, coaching, and collaborations with universities to build today the skills needed for tomorrow's enterprise.

Sustainable innovation represents another fundamental commitment. Gefran integrates ESG (environmental, social, and governance) principles into its operational choices, promoting a culture of "Innovability." This translates into constant investments in R&D to develop products that increase the efficiency of production processes and energy savings, while ensuring the sustainability of the supply chain.

Partnership with the customer is the Group’s distinctive strength: Gefran does not merely supply components but collaborates with machine builders (OEMs) offering expertise, flexibility, and quality to create tailor-made solutions that solve complex problems. Finally, the company operates with a deep sense of responsibility towards stakeholders and future generations, seeing its technological leadership as a commitment to creating lasting and positive value for the community.