What EPTA does

Epta S.p.A., headquartered in Milan, Italy, is a privately held commercial refrigeration specialist operating globally under the Epta Group umbrella. The company manufactures and services refrigeration systems — including plug-in units, integral cabinets, remote cabinets, and refrigeration packs — for medium and large-scale retail environments, the food and beverage sector, and the Ho.Re.Ca. (Hotels, Restaurants, Cafés) channel. Its offering is organized around a portfolio of nine sub-brands (Costan, Bonnet Névé, Eurocryor, Iarp, Kysor Warren, EptaConcept, EptaService, EptaTechnica) plus the integrated Hauser business, which together span retail, premium display, wine and foodservice, and light industrial applications.

The company's underlying technology emphasizes natural refrigerants — specifically CO₂ (R744) and propane (R290) — along with air-loop and water-loop systems, positioning the portfolio for energy-efficient and environmentally compliant operation. Epta complements the hardware with a full lifecycle service stack: concept and technical design, installation contracting and commissioning, financial services, aftermarket maintenance and troubleshooting, and digital services. The MyEpta platform is the company's most recent digital initiative, designed to consolidate asset, information, and service management for retailers and store technical teams.

Epta's commercial model is enterprise B2B with a direct field-sales motion, supported by participation in major industry exhibitions (Chillventa, WOFEX) and corporate digital channels (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube). Revenue is generated through hardware sales, design and installation services, and recurring aftermarket/digital services. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The company is a società per azioni incorporated in Italy, with a Board of Directors, an Executive Management Committee, and an ESG framework, and serves customers across Europe and Southeast Asia.

Name

EPTA

Legal name

Epta S.p.A.

Website

https://eptarefrigeration.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Epta S.p.A. is a Milan-headquartered, privately held commercial refrigeration specialist serving retail, food and beverage, and Ho.Re.Ca. customers globally through a multi-brand portfolio, natural refrigerant technologies, and integrated design-to-aftermarket services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Refrigeration Equipment

NAICS

Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423740)

SIC

Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial & Industrial Refrigeration Systems (IMAHAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Refrigeration Installation & Replacement (Commercial) (HSAOAJAD), Commercial Refrigeration & HVAC (Foodservice) Wholesale (AFAIALAI)

Keywords

• Commercial refrigeration systems
• Natural refrigerant solutions
• Display refrigeration cases
• Refrigeration design services
• Cold chain equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Milan

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Sales: Sale of commercial refrigeration systems including plug-in solutions, integral solutions, remote cabinets, and refrigeration packs designed for medium and large-scale retail environments
2. Aftermarket Services: Complete range of services including maintenance, troubleshooting, complementary services, and digital services for refrigeration systems throughout their lifecycle
3. Design and Installation Services: Design, planning, and installation services for stores and refrigerated lines, including concept design, technical design, contracting and commissioning, and financial services

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Epta designs, manufactures, and services commercial refrigeration systems—including plug-in units, integral solutions, remote cabinets, and refrigeration packs—for retail, food and beverage, and Ho.Re.Ca. (hotels, restaurants, cafés) customers. The offering spans the full lifecycle: concept and technical design, installation and commissioning, maintenance, and digital after-sales services, delivered through a portfolio of sub-brands (Costan, Bonnet Névé, Eurocryor, Iarp, Kysor Warren, Hauser, EptaConcept, EptaService, EptaTechnica) with a stated emphasis on natural refrigerants (CO2 and propane/R290).

Product overview

EPTA is a commercial refrigeration company offering a multi-brand portfolio of refrigeration solutions organized around three market segments: Retail, Food & Beverage, and Ho.Re.Ca. (Hotels, Restaurants, Cafes). The core offering includes nine sub-brands (Costan, Bonnet Névé, Eurocryor, Iarp, Kysor Warren, EptaConcept, EptaService, EptaTechnica, and Hauser) that provide plug-in and integral solutions, remote cabinets, and refrigeration packs. These products are complemented by comprehensive services including design/installation contracting, after-sales support, maintenance, and digital services. The company emphasizes natural refrigeration technologies (CO₂, propane/R290, air loop, water loop) and offers the MyEpta digital platform for lifecycle management. Solutions span from small retail formats using plug-in technology to medium and large-scale environments using remote systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Costan: Commercial refrigeration brand for retail applications
• Bonnet Névé
• Eurocryor
• Iarp
• Kysor Warren
• EptaConcept
• EptaService
• EptaTechnica
• Hauser

Products and services

• Costan Commercial refrigeration sub-brand of Epta Group specializing in retail refrigeration solutions such as plug-in and integral units for grocery and supermarket formats.
• Bonnet Névé Commercial refrigeration sub-brand within Epta Group serving retail and food and beverage markets with display cases and refrigeration systems.
• Eurocryor Premium commercial refrigeration sub-brand of Epta Group focused on display cases and solutions for food retail.
• Iarp Commercial refrigeration sub-brand of Epta Group providing plug-in solutions for wine and food service applications, frozen food and ice cream.
• Kysor Warren Commercial refrigeration sub-brand of Epta Group serving retail and food service markets with display cases and refrigeration systems.
• EptaConcept Concept and design services offering within Epta Group providing layout and merchandising design for commercial refrigeration installations.
• EptaService After-sales service offering within Epta Group providing maintenance, troubleshooting, complementary services, and digital services for refrigeration systems throughout their lifecycle.
• EptaTechnica Technical services offering within Epta Group providing specialized expertise for commercial refrigeration systems.
• Hauser Light industrial segment sub-brand within Epta Group specializing in CO2 technology for sustainable, energy-efficient refrigeration, heating, and air-conditioning systems, with over a decade of CO2 expertise.
• OFFLIP ECO Plug-in multideck display with two sliding doors, designed for beverages, dairy products, and grab-and-go meals, operating on propane (R290) for high energy efficiency.
• CURL HOT 700 Semi-vertical heated display case that complements chilled displays to create a seamless food-to-go experience for Ho.Re.Ca. and retail customers.
• MAGENTA 408 - 2T Iarp wine preservation cabinet designed to ensure optimal preservation and elegant presentation of wine in restaurants, hotels, wine bars, and specialist retailers.
• SCARLET 298 - 2T Iarp wine preservation cabinet for wine and food service applications, providing optimal preservation and presentation of wine.
• GLEE 55 Iarp vertical cabinet for frozen food and ice cream featuring modern design and enhanced product visibility.
• SUPER EXCITE Compact Iarp impulse freezer for frozen foods and ice cream, designed with plug-in architecture for simplified installation and reduced maintenance.
• DELIGHT 7 LITE Iarp scooping cabinet for ice cream combining modern design with flexible customization options and plug-in architecture.
• MyEpta Digital platform that simplifies how retailers, store managers, and technical teams manage information, assets, and services across the commercial refrigeration lifecycle.
• Design Installation Contracting Design, planning, and installation service covering concept design, technical design, contracting and commissioning, and financial services for stores and refrigerated lines.
• After-sales services Complete range of post-installation services including maintenance and troubleshooting, complementary services, and digital services for refrigeration systems throughout their lifecycle.

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• FAI (Fondo per l'Ambiente Italiano)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Epta has been a Corporate Golden Donor of FAI since 2015, supporting initiatives to protect and enhance Italy's cultural heritage. The partnership began in memory of Luigi Nocivelli, Epta's founder. Collaborations include restoration of Abbazia di San Fruttuoso, enhancement of Villa dei Vescovi, and cultural storytelling at multiple FAI properties including the Memoriale Brion.
• HausercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHauser is part of the Epta Group and presents solutions alongside Epta at trade events like Chillventa. Hauser contributes expertise in CO₂ technology with over a decade of experience, supporting Epta's sustainable refrigeration systems. Together they offer comprehensive solutions extending beyond commercial refrigeration into the light industrial segment.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• AHT Cooling Systems (Daikin): AHT, now part of Daikin, manufactures plug-in commercial refrigeration cabinets and freezers for food retail and Ho.Re.Ca. It is a direct competitor to Epta's plug-in solutions (e.g., OFFLIP ECO, GLEE 55) in convenience and grocery formats.
• Frilixa (Frigoríficos Industriais): Frilixa is a European manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment for Ho.Re.Ca. and food service with comparable product categories (display cases, bottle coolers, ice cream cabinets). It serves the same Southern European customer base as Epta's Iarp and Bonnet Névé brands.
• Carrier Commercial Refrigeration: Carrier's commercial refrigeration business manufactures refrigerated cases, rack systems, and refrigeration controls for retail and food service. It is the most direct global competitor to Epta, serving the same retail, grocery, and Ho.Re.Ca. customers with overlapping product categories.
• True Manufacturing: True Manufacturing is a US-based manufacturer of commercial refrigeration including reach-in coolers, freezers, and food service refrigeration. It overlaps with Epta's plug-in and integral refrigeration offerings for Ho.Re.Ca. and convenience retail.
• Hoshizaki Corporation: Hoshizaki manufactures commercial refrigeration, ice machines, and food service equipment with strong presence in retail, food service, and Ho.Re.Ca. Its product mix (display cases, ice cream cabinets, dispensers) closely overlaps with Epta's Iarp and food service offerings.
• Hussmann (Panasonic): Hussmann, a Panasonic company, is a major supplier of refrigerated display cases and merchandising solutions for grocery and convenience retail. It competes head-to-head with Epta's Costan, Bonnet Névé, and Eurocryor brands in North American and global retail accounts.
• Fogel Group: Fogel Group manufactures commercial refrigeration equipment for retail and food service in Latin America, with growing international reach. Its plug-in and integral refrigeration offerings overlap with Epta's portfolio across Ho.Re.Ca. and retail segments.

Emerging players

• Bitzer SE: Bitzer is a European manufacturer of refrigeration compressors and components widely used in commercial refrigeration systems. While not a direct retailer-facing competitor, it is a key supplier and technology peer in the same commercial refrigeration value chain that Epta serves.

Broad incumbents

• Danfoss A/S: Danfoss is a leading supplier of refrigeration and HVAC controls, compressors, and components used in commercial refrigeration. It is a key technology partner and adjacent competitor in controls and integrated solutions relevant to Epta's refrigeration packs and digital services.
• Daikin Industries (Commercial Refrigeration): Daikin is a global HVAC and refrigeration incumbent with a growing commercial refrigeration portfolio. It competes with Epta in integrated refrigeration solutions for retail and food service while also offering broader HVAC, controls, and chiller systems.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCx693pNzEMaGKbk8iGlW5yw
• Facebookfacebook.com/pages/Epta/1419206048317434?fref=ts
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/epta-group
• Instagraminstagram.com/epta_group
• Xx.com/Epta_Group

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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