What MEP Group does

MEP Group (legal name M.E.P. Macchine Elettroniche Piegatrici S.p.A.) is an Italian, privately held industrial machinery manufacturer founded in 1966 in Friuli Venezia Giulia and headquartered in Reana del Rojale (Udine), Italy. The company designs and builds electronic machines and automated production systems for the cold processing and resistance welding of reinforcement steel (rebar) used in concrete construction. Its product portfolio spans stirrup benders, cut-to-length systems, cut-and-bend stations, straightening machines, pile-and-cage systems, lattice-girder and mesh-welding plants, plus turnkey "Technology Solution Provision" plants, certified pre-owned equipment, aftermarket spare parts and technical service.

The company's underlying technology centres on proprietary mechanical and electronic innovations protected by over 100 patents. Flagship architectures include the patented anti-twist system for stirrup benders (claimed to reduce scrap to near zero), MULTIRADIUS variable-radius bending technology (Ø 10-Ø 32 mm wire), OMNI 20's hyperbolic rotor-based straightening and bending with gravity-based automated stacking, and the recently launched IRON (Integrated Rebar Optimization Nodes) modular automation system, debuted at World of Concrete 2026. R&D investment runs at 5-8% of revenue, supported by an internal MEP Business School.

MEP generates revenue primarily through capital-equipment sales (industrial machines and complete automated plants for rebar processing), complemented by custom plant engineering, aftermarket spare-parts supply, and technical-assistance services. Distribution combines 15 wholly-owned subsidiaries (Italy, France, Spain, Poland, USA, Brazil, South Korea, Australia and others) with authorised channel partners, serving customers in 128 countries across the construction, infrastructure, and precast concrete segments. Reported turnover was €76 million in 2018 on a workforce of roughly 180 people worldwide; the company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, SA8000 certifications and an A+ Credit Passport assessment from Credit Data Research.

Name

MEP Group

Legal name

M.E.P. Macchine Elettroniche Piegatrici S.p.A.

Website

https://mepgroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

MEP Group is a privately held Italian manufacturer of electronic machinery and automated systems for cold processing and resistance welding of reinforcement steel (rebar), serving construction, infrastructure, and precast-concrete customers in 128 countries through 15 subsidiaries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Reana Del Roiale

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Industrial Machinery Sales: Sale of industrial machines and equipment for rebar processing including stirrup benders, cut-to-length machines, bending machines, mesh welding plants, and complete automated production lines.
2. Custom Plant Engineering: MEP Technology Solution Provision - design and build of custom plants based on customer operational and technological requirements.
3. Spare Parts and Aftermarket: Supply of spare parts and aftermarket service through regional subsidiaries and the global sales network.
4. Technical Assistance: Technical assistance and installation support services delivered through global subsidiary network.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

MEP Group designs, manufactures, and sells industrial machines and automated production plants for the cold processing, bending, cutting, and resistance welding of reinforcement steel (rebar) used in reinforced concrete construction. The offering spans individual machines (stirrup benders, cut-and-bend stations, straighteners, mesh welding plants) up to complete turnkey custom-engineered plants, supported globally by spare parts, technical assistance, and aftermarket services through 15 subsidiaries across 128 countries.

Product overview

MEP Group offers a comprehensive portfolio of industrial machinery and automated systems for the steel reinforcement (rebar) processing industry. The product range spans from standalone machines to complete turnkey plants, organized across product categories including Stirrups, Cut & Shaping, Straightening, Cut to Length, Bend & Shaping, Pile & Cage, Lattice Girder, and Mesh. Key products include IRON (modular automation system), OMNI 20 (bar straightening/shaping/bending), Syntax Line 32 (cut and bend station), Planet 22 Multiradius (coil processing), MULTIRADIUS 32 BEND (automatic bending/curving), FORMAT LINE 16 (stirrup bender), F 13 BAR 3D (stirrup bender from bar), and Simplex Weld Plant (mesh welding). MEP also offers TwinSense technology solutions, certified pre-owned machines, and full Technology Solution Provision including aftermarket service and technical assistance. The company holds over 100 patents and serves customers in 128 countries through 15 subsidiaries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• IRON (Integrated Rebar Optimization Nodes): A modular automation system engineered to eliminate manual shake out, automate bar loading, counting and handling, and deliver bars directly to the shearline with consistent efficiency.

Products and services

• IRON (Integrated Rebar Optimization Nodes) Modular automation system for rebar processing that eliminates manual shake out, automates bar loading, counting and handling, and delivers bars directly to the shearline with consistent efficiency. Targeted at enterprise rebar processing operations.
• MULTIRADIUS 32 BEND Automatic bending and curving machine using exclusive patented solutions to produce radius, spiral and curved segments with variable radius within the same bar; processes wire diameter Ø 10–Ø 32 mm (# 3–# 8).
• OMNI 20 Fully automated bar-straightening, shaping and coil stirrup bending machine with hyperbolic rotors managed by size commutation devices and independent bending units, plus a unique gravity-based stacking and rack-stacking system for automated binding.
• Syntax Line 32 Fully automated cut and bend station for processing stock rebar directly from bar, designed as the most innovative cut-and-bend station in MEP's portfolio.
• Planet 22 Multiradius Coil stirrup bending, shaping and straightening machine delivering flexibility, productivity, and product quality with automatic production of radius and curved segments.
• FORMAT LINE 16 Modular stirrup bender producing fitments out of coil or stock rebar from 6 mm to 16 mm, featuring the patented anti-twist system and zero scrap capability.
• F 13 BAR 3D Stirrup bender for producing 2D and 3D stirrups out of stock bar with zero scrap capability.
• Planet 25 Plus Stainless Steel Shaping, stirring and coil bending machine for processing stainless steel rebar.
• Simplex Weld Plant Highly flexible mesh welding plant designed for precast concrete applications and wire mesh production.
• EXEL HYBRID Stirrups machine for producing stirrups from coil or stock rebar with high efficiency using hybrid technology capabilities.
• SYNTAX HS HYBRID Cut & Shaping machine for processing rebar with hybrid technology capabilities.
• PREFORM ADVANCED Automated pile and cage production system for manufacturing pile cages and preformed rebar components.
• STOCK BAR AUTOMATIC PLANT Fully automated production plant for processing stock bar rebar into cut and bent components.
• FLEXIPLUS 250/40 Machine for flexible processing applications in rebar manufacturing.
• CS440 Cut system machine for cutting rebar to specified lengths in rebar processing operations.
• GAM1500 Machine for pile and cage production in rebar processing operations.
• FORMAT 16HS 3D Stirrup bender for 3D stirrup production from rebar.
• FOCUS 14 Machine for straightening rebar in rebar processing operations.
• CALANDRA 132 Rolling and bending machine for rebar processing.
• MEP Technology Solution Provision (Custom Plant Engineering) Custom engineering and turnkey plant design service combining MEP machines, automation, and integration into complete production plants based on customer operational and technological requirements.
• Certified Pre-Owned Machines Second-hand, MEP-certified and guaranteed pre-owned machines distributed through the group's sales network.
• Spare Parts and Aftermarket Technical Assistance Spare parts supply, installation support, and technical assistance delivered through 15 regional subsidiaries and authorized distributors to ensure uptime for the installed base of more than 11,000 MEP machines worldwide.

Quantifiable outcome

• Near-zero scrap generation with patented anti-twist stirrup benders
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

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Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MEP AustralasiacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 June 2025MEP Australasia joined MEP Group in June 2025, strengthening MEP's presence in the Australasian market. MEP Australasia represents the MEP Group brand across Australia and New Zealand.
• KRB MachinerycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2025Italy-based MEP Group joined forces with US manufacturer KRB Machinery in March 2025. The partnership combines MEP's global engineering expertise with KRB's US market presence in steel processing. Together they unveiled IRON (Integrated Rebar Optimization Nodes) at World of Concrete 2026.
• Promostar S.R.L.coreTechnology or IntegrationPromostar S.R.L. is an Italian company specializing in cold rolling, engineering and production of cassette rolling units for complete plants. Located in Buja (UD), Italy. MEP acquired and integrated Promostar into the group.
• Machinery Indents Pty LtdcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustralian-owned company established in 2005. Acquired the Australasian agency contract to service all MEP machine sales, spare parts distribution, technical and installation support. Operates from approximately 2500 m² facility in Campbellfield, Melbourne.
• MEP Office Belgrade (Serbia)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional Serbian representative office serving Serbia and surrounding markets. Located in Belgrade. Contact for Serbia: [email protected].
• ANSAGminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMEP hosted an ANSAG training day for rebar professionals on February 24, demonstrating MEP's commitment to industry training and professional development.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Schnell Group: Italian manufacturer of wire, rebar and mesh processing machinery for the construction sector. Most direct geographic and product-line competitor to MEP, with overlapping stirrup benders, mesh welding plants, and cut-and-bend systems.
• EVG (Eisenwerk Würth GmbH): Austrian manufacturer of mesh welding plants and rebar processing equipment, now including progress Maschinen & Automation. Direct competitor in the integrated plant and mesh welding segments MEP serves.
• PEDAX GmbH: German specialist in rebar cutting, bending and straightening machines. Competes head-to-head with MEP's mid-range stirrup benders and cut-and-bend stations in European markets.
• Schlatter Group: Swiss manufacturer of resistance welding equipment for reinforcement and industrial mesh. Comparable to MEP in mesh welding plant technology and rebar reinforcement processing for precast concrete.
• Socomac: Italian-based manufacturer of mesh welding machines and reinforcement production equipment. Closely overlaps with MEP's Simplex Weld Plant and Stepweld product lines for precast concrete applications.
• AWM S.r.l. Italian manufacturer of machines and plants for processing reinforcing steel. Directly comparable product portfolio to MEP in rebar bending, cutting, and mesh production.
• Numeric Makina: Turkish manufacturer of rebar and wire processing machinery exporting globally. Competes with MEP on price-sensitive stirrup benders and cut-and-bend machines across emerging markets.
• Eurobend: Greek manufacturer of rebar bending, cutting, and straightening equipment. Comparable product offering to MEP's stirrup and cut-and-bend lines, primarily serving Mediterranean and Eastern European markets.
• progress Maschinen & Automation: Austrian (now part of EVG) manufacturer of rebar processing machinery including stirrup benders and mesh welding equipment. Direct technology and product overlap with MEP across the rebar processing value chain.

Broad incumbents

• KRB Machinery: US-based steel processing equipment manufacturer and MEP's strategic partner since March 2025. Comparable in rebar and steel processing equipment and a co-developer of the IRON platform, though US-focused.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

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Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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