What Achilli does

Achilli S.R.L. is a family-owned Italian manufacturer of stone processing machinery, founded in 1950 in Rimini by Achilli Ercole and currently managed by the founder's sons Marco (Technical, R&D and Production Manager) and Davide (Administrative and Commercial Manager). The company designs, builds, and supports a complete range of equipment for cutting, grinding, polishing, and handling marble, granite, engineered stone, and ceramic materials, with three core product lines: floor grinders (single-phase and three-phase models for marble, granite, universal, and step applications), bridge saws (CNC 4-5 axis monoblock machines such as the GOLD and MBS TS lines, manual and motorized bridge saws, miter saws, and multipurpose working centers), and bench saws (portable masonry saws for construction sites plus bench saws for stone fabrication), complemented by handling equipment including slab lifters and trolleys. Manufacturing is 100% Made in Italy at the Rimini facility, certified by the Marmo Macchine Mark, with internally designed components complemented by parts from local artisan suppliers; technical differentiation centers on CNC precision (brushless motors, recirculating ball linear guides, 0-360° head rotation, up to 90° tilt, parametric shape generation software), variable-speed frequency inverter drives for floor grinders, and durable mechanical design with spare parts availability for machines sold decades ago.

Achilli serves three primary customer segments: stone and ceramic fabricators (cutting slabs for kitchen tops, countertops, and architectural elements), floor grinding operators (polishing marble, granite, terrazzo, and concrete surfaces), and building contractors (portable cutting on construction sites), with named enterprise customers including Incomil Brazil, Choucair Group, Weha USA, Toyota de Venezuela, Magstone, Cave Marmi Vallestrona, and Kretschmar Betonstein Terrazzo Marmor. The business model is industrial B2B hardware sales with three revenue streams: machinery sales (one-time/perpetual, quote-based pricing with customization available), spare parts (continuous, including legacy equipment), and technical services (installation and training charged separately for travel, lodging, and service work). Pricing is quote-based with no public list, Ex Works Rimini (Incoterms 2020), warranty of 12 months from delivery, and trade receivables covered by credit insurance.

Distribution runs through a network of 270 dealers in 42 countries accounting for 89% export revenue, direct sales from Rimini, and a wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary (Achilli USA Inc., launched 2017); named regional distributors include Hietel for Germany and PROJECTBURO BV for Benelux. Marketing is event-driven around international trade shows (Marmomac Verona, Big 5 Dubai, Stone+tec Nuremberg, TISE Las Vegas, Coverings Orlando) supplemented by a multi-language website, newsletter, and customer testimonial content. The company reports cumulative shipments exceeding 61,000 machines over its history with no external funding, no venture capital, and no public listing.

Name

Achilli

Legal name

ACHILLI S.R.L.

Website

https://achilli.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1950

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Achilli is a family-owned Italian manufacturer, founded in 1950 in Rimini, that designs and produces stone processing machinery including CNC bridge saws, floor grinders, bench saws, and slab handling equipment. It sells globally through 270 dealers across 42 countries serving stone fabricators, floor grinding operators, and building contractors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Stone Processing Machinery

NAICS

Agriculture, Construction, and Mining Machinery Manufacturing (3331)

SIC

Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Saws & Cutting Systems (Band/Circular Saws, Abrasive Cutting) (IMAHADAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Grinding, Honing & Superfinishing Equipment (IMAHADAE), Granite Quarrying & Dimension Stone Fabrication (IMAKAHAD)

Keywords

• Stone processing machinery
• Floor grinding machines
• Bridge saw equipment
• Stone cutting tools
• Marble granite machinery

Headquarters

HQ city

Rimini

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Stone Processing Machinery Sales: Core revenue from manufacturing and selling floor grinding machines, bench saws, bridge saws, and stone handling equipment. Products are sold directly or through dealer network globally.
2. Spare Parts: Continuous revenue from spare parts supply. Company maintains parts availability even for machines purchased decades ago, supporting machines still in use after dozens of years.
3. Technical Services and Installation: Installation and training services provided by Achilli technicians for CNC machines and manual working centers. Separate charges for technician travel, food, lodging, and service work.
4. Customized Machinery: Customization services where machines are redesigned with technicians to meet specific customer requirements, providing tailored solutions beyond standard models.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Achilli manufactures a complete range of stone processing machinery, including floor grinding and polishing machines, bridge saws (CNC and manual), bench saws, miter saws, and material handling equipment (slab lifters and trolleys). The company sells its equipment primarily to professional stone fabricators, floor grinding operators, and building contractors, offering customization and worldwide technical support through a 270-dealer network across 42 countries.

Product overview

Achilli manufactures a complete range of stone working machinery and equipment. The product portfolio includes three main categories: Floor Grinders (including single-phase and three-phase models for marble, granite, and universal applications with various grinding heads and accessories), Bridge Saws (including CNC-controlled monoblock bridge saws like GOLD and MBS TS, manual bridge saws like AFR-C, miter saws like MSA, and multipurpose machines like TOP and SMART), and Bench Saws (portable and fixed bench saws for building materials and stone cutting like TAG, AMS, CMS). The range is completed with Handling Equipment including slab lifters (ABACO Little Giant, Sky Rider) and slab trolleys (SC500). All products are manufactured 100% in Italy at the Rimini factory, emphasizing Made in Italy quality, customization options, and durability for stone fabricators, contractors, and floor grinding professionals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Universal 1-phase floor grinder LM30-VE Universal single-phase floor grinding and polishing machine with variable speed for marble, terrazzo, concrete, granite and stone floors. Features three-phase motor driven by frequency inverter with selectable four different speeds.
• Universal floor grinder MEC7-VE Three-phase floor grinder with variable speed for marble, terrazzo, concrete, granite and hard stone floors. Features 4kW motor available in single or three-phase version.
• Marble 1-phase floor grinder LM30-CE Single-phase grinding and polishing machine specific for marble, terrazzo, concrete and similar floors. Simple and powerful floor grinder with aluminum tank and epoxy powder finish.
• Marble 3-phase floor grinder MEC7-CE Three-phase grinding and polishing machine for marble, terrazzo, concrete and similar floors.
• Granite floor grinder Europa 88-CE Floor grinding and polishing machine suitable for granite, porcelain and hard stone surfaces. Available with single-phase or three-phase motor.
• 2 heads floor grinder MAX BT Three-phase floor grinder with two heads, ideal for large surfaces. Designed to speed up and optimize grinding of marble, terrazzo, concrete and similar floors.
• LUXA universal floor polisher Universal floor polishing machine for stone and concrete surfaces.
• STEP grinding machine for stairs Grinding machine designed for stairs and steps.
• Hydraulic step grinding LS40 Hydraulic step grinding machine for stone floors and steps.
• Monoblock bridge saw GOLD High-precision 4-axis or 5-axis CNC monoblock bridge saw for stone and ceramic slabs. Features automatic head rotation from 0° to 360°, head tilt up to 90°, and brushless motors on linear guides. Supports cutting, drilling and milling operations for kitchen tops and complex shapes.
• Monoblock bridge saw MBS TS Compact CNC monoblock bridge saw with rotating head and interpolated movements. Designed for stability, ease of use and versatility without need for foundations.
• Mini bridge saw TFM Monoblock saw with fixed bridge for stone and sintered material slabs. Equipped with compressed, rectified and chromed active beam for utmost accuracy. Features motorized head feed with variable speed.
• Manual stone cutting machine AFR-C Compact bridge saw with fixed bridge and manual head feed for marble and granite slabs. Features tilting bridge and water tank with recycling pump.
• Motorized bench saw AFR-A

Quantifiable outcome

• 89% export revenue indicates strong international market penetration
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 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

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• HietelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026Official distributor for Germany managing Stone+tec exhibition presence (Hall 12 - Stand B09/B15) and local sales/support network for Achilli products in the German market.
• PROJECTBURO BVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial retailer appointed for Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg markets. Manages local sales, distribution, and support for Achilli stone processing machinery including floor grinders and construction saws.
• Achilli USA Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWholly-owned US subsidiary established to provide outstanding sales and continuing support to USA customers. Represents direct market presence in North America.
• Local Artisan SupplierssupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerComponents that cannot be manufactured internally are commissioned from local artisan companies in the Rimini area, according to Achilli design specifications. This maintains control over production quality and supports local economy.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Intermac (Biesse Group): Italian-based stone and glass processing machinery brand within Biesse Group, producing CNC bridge saws, waterjet cutters, and edge polishers. Directly comparable product portfolio and target customer base as Achilli's GOLD and MBS TS bridge saw lines.
• Donatoni Macchine: Italian CNC stone cutting center and bridge saw manufacturer. Comparable in scale and product breadth to Achilli, competing directly for the same kitchen-top and dimensional stone fabricator customers in Europe and overseas.
• Marmo Meccanica: Italian producer of stone cutting and handling machinery, including bridge saws and slab handling lines. Similar niche focus and Made-in-Italy positioning; competes in the same distributor channels across Europe and the Americas.
• Breton S.p.A. Major Italian manufacturer of stone processing machinery including CNC bridge saws, CNC working centers, and complete stone-fabrication lines. Breton is the largest incumbent in Achilli's exact product category and competes head-on across global stone-fabricator customers.
• Northwood Machine Manufacturing: U.S. manufacturer of stone processing machinery including CNC bridge saws and edge polishers serving stone fabrication shops. Overlaps with Achilli on bridge saw and CNC technology targeting North American fabricators.
• GMM S.p.A. (Officine Marchetti): Italian manufacturer of bridge saws, CNC cutting machines, and edge polishers for marble, granite, and engineered stone. Competes with Achilli in the same European and global mid-market fabricator segment.
• Park Industries: U.S.-based manufacturer of stone fabrication equipment including CNC saws, routers, and finishing equipment. Particularly relevant given Achilli's U.S. subsidiary expansion; similar product category but primarily North American market focus.

Broad incumbents

• Pellegrini Meccanica S.p.A. Italian manufacturer with a broad portfolio covering quarrying equipment, stone processing lines, and diamond tooling. Broader upstream focus than Achilli (more quarry-side) but overlapping in slab processing equipment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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