Fossati Serramenti

What Fossati Serramenti does

Fossati Serramenti S.r.l. is a fourth-generation, family-owned Italian manufacturer of custom-made PVC, aluminum, wood, and wood-aluminum window and door systems, headquartered in Piacenza and founded in 1920. The company operates three specialized production sites: the headquarters at San Nicolò a Trebbia (Rottofreno) for PVC, a 30,000 m² wood and aluminum facility at Cattagnina di Vernasca housing the GF 1920 Wood Philosophy and GF Serramenti Alluminio subsidiaries, and a direct retail showroom in Rottofreno. Across these sites Fossati runs automated, Industry 4.0 production lines with robotic painting, computer-controlled cutting and assembly, automated vertical storage, and rooftop photovoltaic systems, supporting annual capacity of over 120,000 custom windows and doors and 500+ daily deliveries.

The company sells exclusively in Italy through a tiered network of over 500 authorized retailers (Silver, Gold, Platinum), supported by dedicated zone officials, Fossati Academy installation and commercial training, branded showroom kits, and an enterprise direct sales organization led by an Italy Sales Director. The portfolio spans PVC lines (Icon, Linea76, Vision76, Solaris), aluminum systems (Metropolis, Forma, iShape, iLine, iFrame), wood and wood-aluminum windows (Nova, ThermicX), lift-and-slide systems (Meridiana, inLuce, Velis), entry doors (Battista, Domus, Farnese), and shutters (Raffaello, Leonardo, Picasso, Giotto), with continuous product refreshes in 2024-2025. Pricing is quote-based for custom specifications, and the company integrates third-party financing through Santander Consumer Bank and Deutsche Bank Easy (Fossati Smart25, 0% TAN up to 120 months) to support consumer purchases eligible for the Italian Ecobonus and 50% Bonus Ristrutturazione tax deductions.

Fossati is led by CEO and Sole Administrator Giovanni Fossati (family third generation, in role since 1997), with a fourth generation now joining operations. The business is privately held by the founding family under GF Holding, with no external investors, and has reinvested more than €15 million from 2023 to 2024 in capacity expansion and product capability. Recognition includes the 2018 London Stock Exchange listing of 110 Italian companies distinguished in the European market, the 2019 100 Italian Excellences award at Montecitorio, ongoing TV presence on RAI and Mediaset, and an ISO 27001 certification referenced on the corporate site.

Name

Fossati Serramenti

Legal name

Fossati Serramenti S.r.l.

Website

https://fossatiserramenti.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1920

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Fossati Serramenti is a fourth-generation, family-owned Italian manufacturer founded in 1920 that designs and produces custom PVC, aluminum, wood, and wood-aluminum windows, doors, and sliding systems for Italian residential customers, sold through a tiered network of over 500 partner retailers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Window and Door Manufacturing

NAICS

Metal Window and Door Manufacturing (332321), Wood Window and Door Manufacturing (321911)

SIC

Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442), Lumber & Wood Products (No Furniture) (2400), Wholesale-Lumber, Plywood, Millwork & Wood Panels (5031)

akta.pro primary industry

Windows (IMADAIAC)

Keywords

• Custom window manufacturing
• PVC aluminum wood doors
• Fenestration products
• Window and door frames
• Made in Italy windows

Headquarters

HQ city

Piacenza

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Windows and Doors Manufacturing and Sales: Fossati designs, manufactures, and sells custom-made windows, doors, sliding systems, and shutters directly to consumers through its partner network of over 500 retailers across Italy. The company also operates a direct showroom in Piacenza.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Fossati Serramenti designs, manufactures, and sells custom-made window and door frames in PVC, aluminum, wood, and wood-aluminum. The company operates three specialized production subsidiaries (Fossati Serramenti for PVC, GF 1920 Wood Philosophy for wood, and GF Serramenti Alluminio for aluminum) producing over 120,000 window units annually for the Italian residential market.

Product overview

Fossati Serramenti is a 100-year-old Italian window and door manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of customizable fenestration solutions. The company operates through three specialized subsidiaries: Fossati Serramenti (PVC production), GF 1920 Wood Philosophy (wood windows), and GF Serramenti Alluminio (aluminum windows). The product range includes PVC windows (Icon, Linea76, Vision76, Solaris), aluminum windows (Metropolis, Forma, iShape, iLine, iFrame), wood and wood-aluminum windows (Nova, ThermicX), lift-and-slide systems (Meridiana, inLuce, Velis), lightweight sliding systems (Mediterraneo), parallel sliding systems (PVC and aluminum variants), entry doors (Battista, Domus, Farnese), and shutter systems (Raffaello, Leonardo, Picasso, Giotto). With annual production exceeding 120,000 pieces and over 500 daily deliveries, the company serves Italy through a network of more than 500 partners and dealers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GF 1920 Wood Philosophy: Subsidiary dedicated to wood window and door production, established to honor the company's roots dating to 1920.
• GF Serramenti Alluminio
• GF Holding

Products and services

• Icon PVC Windows PVC window system available in standard and special configurations, including the Centenario edition for residential homes.
• Linea76 PVC Windows PVC window line offering elegant and exclusive design with elevated performance and refined aesthetics for residential applications.
• Vision76 PVC Windows PVC window system with optimized visual aesthetics and performance characteristics for residential buildings.
• Solaris PVC Windows New PVC window line distinguished by clean, modern design featuring contemporary aesthetics for modern homes.
• Metropolis Aluminum Windows Aluminum window system combining elegance and resistance with minimalist design and extensive color range for residential and commercial architecture.
• Forma Aluminum Windows Aluminum window line with attention to details and artisanal quality for refined aesthetics.
• iShape Aluminum Windows Aluminum window system with innovative design characteristics for modern architecture.
• iLine Aluminum Windows Aluminum window system featuring linear design for contemporary building aesthetics.
• iFrame Aluminum Windows Aluminum window system designed for framing applications with minimal visual impact.
• Nova Wood Windows
• ThermicX Wood-Aluminum Windows
• Meridiana Lift-and-Slide System
• inLuce Sliding System Lift-and-slide system designed for maximizing natural light entry with minimal frame visibility.
• Velis Sliding System Premium wood-aluminum lift-and-slide system combining aesthetic elegance with superior thermal performance.
• Mediterraneo Lightweight Sliding System
• Battista Entry Door
• Domus Entry Door Entry door series made with high-quality Italian materials offering excellent thermal-acoustic insulation.
• Farnese Entry Door
• Raffaello Shutter System
• Leonardo Shutter System
• Picasso Shutter System
• Giotto Shutter System

Quantifiable outcome

• Produces over 120,000 custom windows and doors annually with capacity to deliver 500+ pieces per day
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 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

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GF1920 Wood PhilosophycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSubsidiary company dedicated to wood window production, launched in 2024. Represents return to company's founding heritage with state-of-the-art 4.0 woodworking facility.
• GF Serramenti AlluminiocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSubsidiary company dedicated to aluminum window production. Complements wood and PVC offerings for complete product range.
• GF HoldingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent holding company coordinating Fossati Serramenti, GF1920 Wood Philosophy, and GF Serramenti Alluminio under unified strategic direction.
• 500+ Partner RetailerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of over 500 authorized retailers and installers across Italy, organized in Silver, Gold, and Platinum tiers. Partners receive training, marketing support, and access to Fossati Academy.
• Aldo Parisotto (Architect)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerArchitectural firm Parisotto + Formenton designed the new headquarters building with offices and showroom in Piacenza, over 500 m² per floor.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Aluprof: European aluminum systems provider with significant presence in the Italian fenestration market; competes in aluminum window, door, and sliding system categories against GF Serramenti Alluminio.
• Reynaers Aluminium: Belgian manufacturer of aluminum window, door, and sliding systems serving the premium residential and commercial segment across Europe; overlaps directly with Fossati's aluminum product lines including GF Serramenti Alluminio.
• Deceuninck: Belgian PVC window and door systems manufacturer with strong European footprint; competes in the same PVC product categories as Fossati's core PVC window lines (Icon, Linea76, Vision76, Solaris).
• Schüco: German global leader in aluminum and PVC window/door systems with significant Italian market presence; competes in the same fenestration categories but at much larger scale and broader geographic footprint.
• Aluk Group: International aluminum window and door systems provider with established Italian distribution; competes in the same aluminum product categories as Fossati's GF Serramenti Alluminio subsidiary.

Direct peers

• Finstral: Italian family-owned manufacturer of PVC, aluminum, and wood-aluminum windows and doors with strong national distribution; directly comparable product portfolio, Italian market focus, and integrated manufacturing approach.
• Metra Group: Italian aluminum systems manufacturer producing window, door, and curtain wall profiles for residential and commercial applications; a direct domestic competitor in the Italian aluminum fenestration market.
• Piva Group: Italian manufacturer of aluminum and PVC windows and doors with national distribution network; closely comparable in product mix, Italian market focus, and partner-channel distribution model.
• Internorm: Austrian family-owned manufacturer of PVC, wood-aluminum, and aluminum windows and doors with comparable premium positioning and custom-manufacturing approach; serves as a European peer benchmark for multi-material single-supplier model.

Regional players

• Oknoplast: Polish PVC and wood-aluminum window manufacturer with growing European presence including Italy; competes in similar PVC window categories but primarily serves Central and Eastern European markets rather than Italy.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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