What Mecmar does

Mecmar S.p.A. is an Italian manufacturer specializing in the design and production of grain drying and roasting equipment. Founded in 1959 as a family tractor-repair workshop in Minerbe (province of Verona), the company has operated for over 65 years and now produces mobile grain dryers (7–75 tonne capacity), tower dryers, continuous-cycle dryers with heat recovery (MC series, 200–2,000 tonnes per 24 hours), mixed-flow recirculation dryers (MB series, 20–200 tonnes per day), and both fuel-powered and 100% electric grain roasters. Core technology centers on direct-flame drying that transfers 100% of burner heat to grain, recirculation systems, heat recovery, and the Mecmar 4.0 digital monitoring suite (touchscreen controls, sensor telemetry, fuel and weight tracking, remote data transmission). An industrial invention patent is held in Italy.

The company serves a horizontal agricultural customer base segmented by scale: small and medium producers using portable mobile dryers, large agricultural enterprises and storage centers operating high-throughput continuous-cycle tower systems, livestock farms using roasters to neutralize anti-nutritional factors in cereals for animal feed, and seed/industrial processors requiring precise moisture control. Documented case studies span Italian drying centers, mid-large Italian agricultural companies, a large Greek farm, and a rice processor. The company is privately held with no disclosed outside investors, operates under an Italian S.p.A. structure, and is led by founder Giovanni Marcolongo as President & CEO.

Mecmar employs a sales-led go-to-market combining direct enterprise sales with a global dealer/reseller network, supported by an 8-language website, attendance at major agricultural trade shows (EIMA 2024, Agritechnica Hannover 2023), and a multilingual content-marketing program with case studies and an FAQ/tutorial library. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales of dryers and roasters, with ancillary revenue from spare parts, used/refurbished equipment under the 'Occasioni' and 'Pronta Consegna' lines, and installation/technical services performed by the company's own technical team. Certifications include ISO 9001:2015, CE Marking, and EAC conformity, enabling sales across the EU and Eurasian Economic Union.

Name

Mecmar

Legal name

Mecmar S.p.A.

Website

https://mecmargroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1959

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mecmar S.p.A. is a privately held Italian manufacturer of mobile and tower grain dryers, continuous-cycle and mixed-flow drying systems, and grain roasters, serving agricultural producers, storage centers, and livestock farms across European and overseas markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agricultural Grain Drying Equipment

NAICS

Farm and Garden Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers (423820)

SIC

Farm Machinery & Equipment (3523)

akta.pro primary industry

Continuous-Flow Grain Dryers (AFAOAKAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Recirculating Batch Grain Dryers (AFAOAKAG), Mixed-Flow Grain Dryers (AFAOAKAA), Drying & Dehydration Equipment (Grain Dryers, Fruit/Vegetable Dryers) (AFAAAJAB), Grain Dryer Systems Integration & Installation (AFAOAHAB)

Keywords

• Grain drying equipment
• Agricultural machinery
• Cereal processing
• Grain roasters
• Mobile dryers

Headquarters

HQ city

Minerbe

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

Revenue model

1. Grain Dryer Equipment Sales: Sale of mobile and tower grain dryers as the primary revenue stream. Products range from compact mobile dryers (7-75 tonne capacity) to large tower systems for continuous drying operations.
2. Roaster Equipment Sales: Sale of grain roasters (standard and electric models) for processing soybeans and other cereals to eliminate anti-nutritional factors and improve digestibility for animal feed.
3. Spare Parts and Components: Sale of spare parts, components, and accessories for existing equipment. The company offers 'Occasioni' (special offers) section for used products and components.
4. Installation and Technical Services: Installation, commissioning, and technical assistance services for customers in Italy and abroad, performed by their technical team.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Mecmar S.p.A. designs and manufactures mobile and tower grain dryers, continuous-cycle dryers with heat recovery (MC series), mixed-flow recirculation dryers (MB series), and grain roasters including 100% electric roasters. The company sells turnkey equipment that reduces moisture in cereals (wheat, rice, corn, barley, soybeans) and toasts grains to eliminate anti-nutritional factors for animal feed, with mobile dryers ranging from 7 to 75 tonnes capacity and tower systems handling 200-2,000 tons per 24 hours.

Product overview

Mecmar S.p.A. is a manufacturer of grain drying and roasting equipment offering a comprehensive portfolio of products. The core product line includes mobile dryers (NANO, STR, SSI, F series with capacities from 7-75 tonnes), tower dryers (RT, RG series for continuous high-volume production), continuous cycle dryers with heat recovery (MC series, 200-2000 tons/24h), and mixed-flow recirculation dryers (MB series, 20-200 tonnes/day). Complementing the dryer line are roasters (T5 to T100 models) for treating soybeans and other cereals, and 100% electric roasters (TX series) for small-scale operations. The portfolio also includes custom special projects, ready-for-delivery used equipment, and promotional offers. Recent innovations include the Mecmar 4.0 digital solutions for process optimization and the new fixed dryer for large-volume production. Products are designed for various crops including rice, barley, corn, wheat, soybeans, and other grains.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Mecmar 4.0: Digital/smart solutions for Industry 4.0 grain drying with advanced monitoring, remote data transmission, and process optimization capabilities.
• Mecmar Group

Products and services

• Essiccatoi Mobili (Mobile Grain Dryers) Portable grain dryers designed for small to medium agricultural producers. Compact yet robust design facilitates transport and guarantees flexibility and resistance. Models available with capacities ranging from 7 to 75 tonnes. Delivered 90% preassembled and operational within 24 hours of delivery.
• Essiccatoi a Torre (Tower Grain Dryers) Continuous-cycle grain dryers ideal for drying large quantities of grain. Built with premium materials and special design for gentle drying. Suitable for large farms or storage centers offering high daily production rates.
• Essiccatoi a Ciclo Continuo con Recupero del Calore (MC Series) Continuous cycle dryers designed for large high-efficiency productions with low environmental impact. Capable of drying 200 to 2000 tons per 24 hours, ensuring excellent quality of treated grain. Designed for large productions from 200 to 2000 tons/24h with high efficiency and low environmental impact.
• Essiccatoi a Ricircolo a Flusso Misto (MB Series) Recirculation mixed-flow dryers ideal for drying 20 to 200 tonnes of grain per day. Operates in discontinuous mode with four phases: loading, drying, cooling, and unloading.
• Tostatrici (Grain Roasters) Grain roasters that perform homogeneous treatment on various types of cereals to reduce urease values and eliminate anti-nutritional elements. Makes grain nutritionally better for animal feed. Available in T5 to T100 models.
• Tostatrici Elettriche (Electric Roasters - TX Series) 100% electric roasters designed for private use. Treatment on grains is effective, clean, and safe without using combustion fuels. Ideal for small to medium production (approximately 200 kg/h) with heat recovery system that cools toasted soy and preheats soy to be toasted, optimizing energy costs. Plug&play design.
• Nuovo Essiccatoio Fisso (New Fixed Dryer) Revolutionary stationary dryer series designed for high-volume production with exceptional energy consumption efficiency. Latest series of Mecmar stationary dryers designed for high-volume production.
• Progetti Speciali (Special Projects) Custom solutions developed to meet specific market needs and continuous research for innovation. Includes special dryers, boilers, motors and more.
• Pronta Consegna (Ready for Delivery) Used or promotional machinery and components of excellent quality, selected and guaranteed for functionality and efficiency.
• Occasioni (Offers on Spare Parts) Promotions on spare parts and ready-to-deliver products. Spare parts and components for existing equipment.

Quantifiable outcome

• Drying capacity of up to 5% moisture removal per hour for corn
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature5 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• GSI (Grain Systems Inc.): GSI manufactures grain dryers, bins, and material handling equipment for farms and commercial operations worldwide. Its product line of portable and tower dryers competes directly with Mecmar's mobile and tower dryer offerings across similar customer segments.
• AG Growth International (AGI): AGI is a leading global manufacturer of grain handling, storage, and conditioning equipment including grain dryers. It directly competes with Mecmar through its Cimbria and GSI brands, serving commercial grain operations with similar tower and continuous-flow drying technology.
• Tornum AB: Tornum is a Swedish manufacturer of grain dryers and heat treatment equipment for the agricultural industry. It directly competes with Mecmar in the European grain dryer market with comparable batch and continuous-flow technology.
• Sukup Manufacturing: Sukup is a US-based family-owned manufacturer of grain dryers, bins, and handling equipment. It competes directly with Mecmar in mobile and tower dryers and shares the family-owned, vertically integrated manufacturer profile.
• Stela Laxhuber: Stela is a German manufacturer specializing in belt dryers and low-temperature drying systems for grains and agricultural products. It competes with Mecmar's mixed-flow and continuous-flow dryer offerings in the European market.
• Ocmer S.r.l. Ocmer is an Italian manufacturer of grain dryers and storage equipment, headquartered in northern Italy. It is one of Mecmar's closest regional competitors, offering a similar product portfolio of mobile and stationary dryers to Italian and European customers.
• PETKUS Technologie: PETKUS is a German manufacturer of seed and grain processing equipment including dryers and cleaners. It competes with Mecmar in European grain conditioning markets with similar post-harvest equipment offerings.
• Cimbria: Cimbria, now part of AGI, designs and manufactures equipment for seed and grain processing including dryers. It is a direct competitor to Mecmar in European and international markets with comparable drying and handling solutions.
• Mathews Company: Mathews Company is a US manufacturer specializing in grain dryers (continuous-flow, batch, and portable models). It is a direct competitor to Mecmar in the core grain dryer category with overlapping product technology and customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Bühler Group: Bühler is a Swiss global incumbent in grain processing, milling, and feed equipment. While much broader than Mecmar, it provides grain drying and conditioning solutions as part of its full-line agricultural processing portfolio, competing for large industrial customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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