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Rulmeca: Global Leader in Materials Handling - Driving Innovation through Technology, R&D, and Strategic Global Expansion

RULMECA GROUP

Innovation and Global Leadership in Material Handling

Founded in Italy in 1962, Rulmeca has grown into a globally recognized leader in the production of material handling components, serving industries that rely on efficient and reliable conveyor systems worldwide. This leadership position has been achieved through continuous investment in technological innovation, research and development, and constant dialogue with the entire value chain—from industrial partners to end users. A strong focus on internationalization has also enabled the company to successfully enter and consolidate its presence in multiple global markets. Rulmeca’s offer includes a wide and innovative range of solutions for conveyor systems used in the transport of both handling packages and loose materials. These systems are engineered to ensure high performance, durability, and operational efficiency across a variety of industrial applications, including logistics, manufacturing automation, and bulk material processing systems. The company is especially recognized for the quality and reliability of its material handling components, designed to support demanding industrial environments.

RULMECA GROUP

Automation for a Sustainable Future

Over the years, the company has developed advanced production processes based on highly automated and innovative technologies, capable of increasing energy efficiency while significantly reducing environmental impact, aligning industrial performance with sustainability goals. Headquartered in Northern Italy, in Almè (province of Bergamo), the Rulmeca Group operates through a network of production plants and commercial units dedicated to research, development, manufacturing, and distribution. All activities are coordinated by Rulmeca Holding, the parent company also based in Italy. We believe that our global presence, combined with diverse cultures, skills, and perspectives, represents a key strength that enables constructive dialogue with international clients operating in complex and constantly evolving industrial sectors. Today, the company reinforces its positioning as a trusted supplier of conveyor technologies and material handling components for customers engaged in conveyor engineering, bulk material transport systems, industrial automation, logistics, and end-user applications.

About Us

Material handling components

Advanced technology, production efficiency, and continuous innovation are at the core of Rulmeca’s approach to conveyor solutions. With decades of experience in the industry, the company develops reliable systems tailored to the evolving needs of logistics, bulk material transport, industrial automation, and manufacturing sectors.

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SUSTAINABILITY

Preserving nature powering sustainability

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Our history

Timeline
 
1962

Rulmeca Foundation by Antonio Ghisalberti

1994

Sales & Service company launched in Portugal

1999

ISO 9001 Certification of the Quality Management System

2000

Acquisition of the Precismeca Group with plants in Germany, France, Canada

2003

Acquisition of the Bulk Handling branch of Interroll along with companies in Germany, UK, Spain and Thailand

2004

Start of business in Denmark and the United States

2006

Acquisition of the South African company Melco Conveyor Equipment

2007

Inauguration of the manufacturing company in China

2008

Sales & Service company launched in Finland

2009

Rulmeca China moves to a larger factory

2011

Sales & service companies launched in Australia and Indonesia

2013

Launch of own line of products for Unit handling applications (Rulmeca made by Rulmeca)

2013

Acquisition of the Danish company Danrol in Denmark and in Poland

2014

Inauguration of the manufacturing company in Poland

2019

Acquisition of the South African company CPM

2020

Start of activities in India

2022

60 years of history, new logo

2023

Acquisition of the American company Douglas Manufacturing

2023

Expansion of companies in Italy, USA, China and UK

2024

Move of Rulmeca Melco Australia from Brisbane to a new office in Perth

2024

Spin off of the Rulmeca AS Swedish branch into a new Incorporated Sales & Service Swedish Company (Rulmeca AB)