ArtPlast

What ArtPlast does

ArtPlast S.p.A. (Art Plast) is an Italian family-owned plastic products manufacturer founded in 1981 by Dino Baraggioli in the Lomellina region of Pavia province, with corporate headquarters in Milan and a six-site production and logistics footprint covering 142,000 sqm (41,000 sqm covered). The company designs and produces polypropylene plastic products through injection molding, employing advanced techniques including nitrogen injection molding and in-mould labeling, and operates an internal mechanical workshop for proprietary mold construction and maintenance. Approximately 100 employees staff three production units running 24/7, alongside two logistics centers and a packaging center. The catalog spans over 1,000 SKUs across seven verticals: home organization cabinets and ECO variants (Plain, Portofino, Free, Easy, Family, Spazio, Steel, Concert), storage containers and shoe racks, hardware/DIY tool cases and shelving, automotive roof boxes (Shield and Globetrotter lines from 270L to 480L), PVC and safety flooring, pet products, and garden items including the proprietary Evershed modular insulated shed line with XPV panels.

The company sells 100% Made-in-Italy products through a multi-channel model: a registered B2B reseller portal, direct listings with major Italian DIY retail chains (Bricocenter, Brico Io, Obi), automotive specialists such as QSP Cars, and a distributor network that delivers 50% (per company source) to 60% (per third-party source) of production to European export markets. Go-to-market is reinforced by presence at major European trade fairs (Ambiente Frankfurt, Eisenwarenmesse Cologne, Spoga-Gafa Cologne, Automechanika Frankfurt, PLMA Amsterdam) and the recent addition of Expo Nacional in Guadalajara, Mexico. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is negotiated through the B2B portal for wholesale resellers.

ArtPlast's competitive positioning rests on its ISCC PLUS certification for recycled plastic traceability (claimed unique in the sector), a portfolio of TÜV, UL, R10, CSI, and CE compliance accreditations, vertical integration through in-house mold tooling, and 45 years of brand heritage. The business is family-controlled, with founder Dino Baraggioli still active at industry events and sons Alessandro and Davide Baraggioli in operational and CMO roles respectively; no institutional investors or external funding rounds are indicated in available data, and no financial metrics are publicly disclosed.

Name

ArtPlast

Legal name

Art Plast S.p.A.

Website

https://artplast.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ArtPlast is an Italian family-owned polypropylene injection molder founded in 1981, producing over 1,000 SKUs of plastic home, garden, hardware, automotive, flooring, and pet products for European DIY retail chains, distributors, and B2B resellers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Plastic storage and organization products

NAICS

Plastics Product Manufacturing (3261), Household and Institutional Furniture and Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturing (3371), Household and Institutional Furniture Manufacturing (33712), All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing (326199)

SIC

Miscellaneous Plastics Products (3080), Household Furniture (2510), Partitions, Shelvg, Lockers, & Office & Store Fixtures (2540), Miscellaneous Furniture & Fixtures (2590)

akta.pro primary industry

Consumer Products Injection Molding (Housewares, Toys, Personal Care) (IMANAFAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Construction & Building Products Injection Molding (Fittings, Clips, Spacers) (IMANAFAG)

Keywords

• Plastic injection molding
• Polypropylene storage products
• DIY home organization
• Recycled plastic manufacturing
• Automotive roof boxes

Headquarters

HQ city

Milan

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Plastic Products Sales: Art Plast generates revenue through the manufacture and sale of plastic products including storage cabinets, shelving units, containers, garden products, automotive roof boxes, and pet products. Production is split 50% domestic Italy and 50% export. Products are sold through B2B resellers, DIY retail chains, and direct B2B portal.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

ArtPlast designs and manufactures more than 1,000 polypropylene plastic SKUs across six product categories — home storage (cabinets, drawers, shoe racks, bathroom), hardware/DIY (tool cases, shelving, organizers), automotive roof boxes, modular flooring, garden products (planters, sheds, edging, snow shovels), and pet products (kennels, carriers, bowls). All production is in-house at three 24/7 facilities in Lombardy, with manufacturing techniques including injection molding, nitrogen injection molding, and in-mould labeling.

Product overview

ArtPlast is an Italian plastic products manufacturer founded in 1981, producing over 1,000 catalog references across multiple product lines. The company operates 6 facilities covering 142,000 sqm with 3 production units running 24/7. Products are 100% Made in Italy with 50% export. The portfolio spans: (1) Home Organization - cabinets/shelving lines (Plain, Portofino, Free, Easy, Family, Spazio, Steel, Concert) plus ECO variants using recycled materials; (2) Home Storage Containers - shoe racks (Unika, Taormina, Flip Flap), drawers (Snappy, Harmony, Alghero), trunks (Amalfi), bathroom products, and specialized containers (Eurobox, Tuobox); (3) Hardware/DIY - tool boxes (Tekna), wall panels, organizers (Valentino), trolleys, and industrial storage (Aledan, Madia); (4) Automotive - roof boxes/carriers under Shield and Globetrotter lines with capacities from 270L to 480L; (5) Flooring - PVC tiles for workshops (Tenax), anti-trauma safety flooring, outdoor tiles (Combi including Combi Quadro and Easy Wind variants), and decorative stone/wood-effect tiles; (6) Pet Products - kennels, carriers, and bowls; (7) Garden - planters (Nova Vita eco-line, Vegresin including Veg Resin Slim, Olimpo wall-mounted), borders, sheds (Garden Shed, Evershed modular insulated), snow shovels, and garden storage. Manufacturing technologies include injection molding with nitrogen and in-mold labeling.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Home Storage Cabinets (Plain, Portofino, Free, Easy, Family, Spazio, Steel, Concert lines) Plastic cabinets and modular storage systems for organizing homes, closets, garages, and utility spaces; ECO variants use recycled materials with ISCC PLUS traceability. Sold to DIY and home-improvement retail chains and wholesale distributors.
• Shoe Storage Solutions (Unika, Taormina, Flip Flap) Shoe racks and shoe storage cabinets for home entryways and closets; includes space-saving flip-over designs and designer collections.
• Drawer Units and Chests (Snappy, Harmony, Alghero) Plastic drawer units and chests for bedroom, home office, and general home organization; new in 2026 catalog.
• Garage and Workshop Shelving (Tempo, Davide D+) Heavy-duty plastic shelving units for garages, workshops, and professional storage; includes TÜV-rated Tempo line (T60, T70, T80).
• Industrial Storage Containers (Eurobox, Tuobox, Dolly, Flex Bag, Pick) Standardized storage containers, utility carts, flexible bags, and pallet systems for industrial, warehouse, and home storage.
• Hardware Professional Range (Tekna, Valentino, Variobox, Madia, Aledan, Trolley, Blister) Professional toolboxes, tool holders, organizers, cabinets, utility trolleys, and retail display cards sold through hardware stores and DIY retailers.
• Automotive Roof Boxes — Shield Line Plastic roof boxes for vehicles in 270L to 480L capacities; TÜV and CE certified for safety. Sold through automotive aftermarket retailers.
• Automotive Roof Boxes — Globetrotter Line Premium roof boxes with dual-opening system for easier loading, in 270L to 480L capacities. Sold to automotive aftermarket retailers.
• Plastic Flooring Systems (Tenax, Anti Trauma, Combi, Marte, Step Stone, Megatile, Woodenlike, Rombo, Salvaprato, Premium) Modular plastic flooring tiles for workshops, garages, outdoor areas, playgrounds, and exhibitions; includes impact-absorbing, anti-slip (DIN 51130 R10), and decorative stone/wood-effect variants.
• Pet Products (Cucce, Trasportini, Ciotole) Plastic pet kennels and shelters, travel carriers, and food/water bowls sold through pet stores and garden centers.
• Garden Planters and Decor (Vegresin, Totem, Lolego, Pop-up, Smile, Ciotola, Cilindro, Campana, Sottovaso, Maxi, Olimpo, Orchidea, Ecostone, Nova Vita) Plastic planters, vases, vertical and wall-mounted garden systems, plant saucers, and decorative stone substitutes; the Nova Vita line is made entirely from recycled plastic with ISCC PLUS traceability.
• Garden Sheds (Garden Shed SHEDBA/SHEDLA/SHEDME; Evershed modular insulated line) Plastic outdoor storage sheds for garden tools and equipment; the Evershed line is modular and insulated with aluminum structure, available from 2x2m to 5x3m with optional windows and electrical panels.
• Garden Tools, Edging and Snow Solutions (Bordura, Garden Tools, Garden Clean, Pale da Neve) Garden edging/borders, garden tool organizers, garden waste collection systems, and plastic snow shovels.
• Recycling and Waste Sorting (Eco-Logico, Biosystem, Ecotrespolo) Plastic recycling bins for differentiated waste collection, modular storage systems, and eco-friendly clothes drying racks.
• Bathroom Storage and Anti-slip Mats (Bagno line) Plastic bathroom storage products and anti-slip mats for residential bathrooms.
• Awnings and Canopies (Hard Top) Plastic awning and canopy systems for doorways and entrances in alveolar and compact constructions.
• Pellet Storage Container (Pelletbox) Plastic container specifically designed for storage of wood pellets used for heating.
• Office Organization (Ufficio Lift, Ufficio Clean) Plastic monitor stands and office organization/cleaning-supply storage solutions.
• Outdoor Storage Trunk (Amalfi)

Quantifiable outcome

• 45 years in business since 1981
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 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

One partnership is on record.

• DIY and GardenminorOthersDIY and Garden magazine conducted a feature article on Art Plast for their 45th anniversary. Journalist Giulia Arrigoni visited the Pavia facility and new 800 mq showroom. The magazine is a national reference point for DIY, home improvement, and gardening.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Curver (part of Berry Global): European plastic household goods brand selling storage boxes, laundry baskets, garden products, and pet items through mass retail. Closely comparable to Art Plast's home organization, garden, and pet product lines sold through DIY chains.
• Joseph Joseph: UK-based designer and manufacturer of plastic household organization products, recycling systems, and storage. Comparable to Art Plast's ECO/recycling bin, storage cabinet, and home organization lines, especially at the premium retail tier.
• Brabantia: Netherlands-headquartered home goods company making recycling bins, laundry, and storage solutions. Overlaps with Art Plast in waste sorting (Eco-Logico), home storage, and European DIY/retail channels.
• Really Useful Products: UK manufacturer of stackable plastic storage boxes and organizers. Directly overlaps with Art Plast's container/tote (Tuobox, Eurobox) and storage lines, particularly in the B2B and educational/SMB channel.
• Mepal: Dutch manufacturer of plastic household products including storage containers, lunch boxes, and garden planters. Comparable to Art Plast in mid-market European retail positioning, plastic injection-molded consumer goods, and design-led home storage.
• Keter Group: Israeli-headquartered global leader in resin-based outdoor storage, garden furniture, and home organization. Directly comparable to Art Plast in product categories (storage cabinets, shelving, planters, DIY/home storage) and channel strategy (large DIY retail and garden centers across Europe).
• Tontarelli: Italian plastics manufacturer of household and DIY storage products, including shelving, tool cases, and recycling bins. Direct competitor to Art Plast in the Italian and European home organization market with overlapping SKU categories and similar resin-based production.

Regional players

• Guzzini: Italian design-led housewares and home organization brand using plastics and other materials. Comparable as an Italian consumer plastics manufacturer with retail presence in home and garden, though more design-oriented and less DIY-channel focused than Art Plast.

Broad incumbents

• Rubbermaid (Newell Brands): Iconic US plastic storage, organization, and outdoor products brand under Newell Brands. Comparable product categories (storage, shelving, organizers) and large-scale injection molding operations; broader portfolio and global reach than Art Plast.
• Sterilite: Largest North American manufacturer of plastic storage containers, totes, and organizational products. Comparable manufacturing technology (injection molding) and product categories to Art Plast, though primarily serving the US market rather than Europe.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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