MISA srl

What MISA srl does

MISA srl (M.I.S.A. S.r.l.) is an Italian private limited company headquartered in Arzignano, Vicenza, that designs, manufactures, and delivers large-scale hydraulic pumping systems and hydroelectric power generation equipment. The company traces its industrial heritage to a workshop founded by Antonio Pellizzari in 1901 and was constituted in its current form in 1992 from the technical and managerial staff of the predecessor Sezione Impiantistica Elettromeccanica. Its core product portfolio spans custom centrifugal, axial, and mixed-flow pumps (with single-unit capacity up to 20,000 l/s flow and 7,000 kW power) alongside the full spectrum of hydraulic turbines (Pelton, Francis, Kaplan, Cross-Flow, Bulbo, hydraulic screw, micro-turbines). Supporting offerings include electrical switchgear, automation and remote-control systems, sluice gates, plant equipment, and an in-house testing facility certified to UNI EN ISO 9001 and UNI CEI EN ISO/IEC 17025:2005.

The business model is project-based and engineered-to-order, with turnkey ("chiavi in mano") delivery covering design, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning, supplemented by recurring maintenance, repair, spare-parts, reverse-engineering, and transportation services. Pricing is custom-quoted per project; no catalog pricing exists. The company sells through direct enterprise field sales to public consortia (Consorzi di Bonifica, municipalities, water utilities), agricultural irrigation authorities, and private industrial clients (steel mills, shipyards, aquaculture operators). It holds SOA attestations across 10 public-procurement categories and ISO 9001/14001/45001 certifications. Geographic reach spans Italy, Romania, Greece, Spain, Egypt, Tunisia, Jamaica, and Costa Rica, with more than 2,000 installations completed over its history. Share capital stands at €260,000, and the company operates with 26 employees.

Name

MISA srl

Legal name

M.I.S.A. S.r.l.

Website

https://misaitalia.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

MISA srl is an Italian hydraulic engineering firm that designs, manufactures, and delivers custom large-scale water pumping systems and hydroelectric turbines for public consortia, municipalities, and industrial clients across Europe, Africa, and Central America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hydraulic Pumps and Turbines

NAICS

Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996), Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Units Manufacturing (333611), Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (3336)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Engines & Turbines (3510), Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAHANAA

Centrifugal Pumps

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Industrial Machinery & Heavy Equipment/Pumps & Compressors (Fluid & Gas Handling)

SECONDARYEUACAEAH

Turbines, Generators & Hydromechanical Equipment Manufacturing (OEMs)

Energy, Utilities & Environment/Electric Power Generation/Hydroelectric Power Generation (Large & Small Hydro)

SECONDARYIMAHAFAD

Hydroelectric Turbines & Governors

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Industrial Machinery & Heavy Equipment/Power Generation & Prime Movers

SECONDARYEUAMAHAF

Hydropower Turbines, Generators & Balance-of-Plant Equipment Manufacturing

Energy, Utilities & Environment/Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind, Hydro & Geothermal)/Renewable Equipment & Component Manufacturing (Modules, Turbines, Inverters, Towers, Blades)

Keywords

• Hydraulic pump manufacturing
• Hydroelectric turbine systems
• Water pumping stations
• Electromechanical engineering
• Land reclamation equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Arzignano

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom pump and turbine manufacturing: Design, manufacture, and supply of custom centrifugal, axial, and mixed-flow pumps as well as hydraulic turbines for large-scale water management and hydroelectric applications. Products are highly customized per project specifications.
2. Turnkey project delivery: Complete 'chiavi in mano' (turnkey) solutions including design, construction, installation, and commissioning of pumping stations and hydroelectric plants. Revenue generated from full project contracts.
3. Maintenance, repair, and service: Electromechanical maintenance and repair services, spare parts supply, preventive maintenance programs, and framework agreements (accordi quadro) for ongoing facility management. Includes in-house and on-site repair capabilities.
4. Testing and certification: Testing and certification services for pumps and turbines, including in-house testing facility and mobile testing equipment for on-site verification.
5. Transportation and rental: Trucks with cranes for transport and positioning of machinery, equipment rental services for installation and maintenance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

MISA srl designs, engineers, and manufactures custom hydraulic pumps (axial, centrifugal, and mixed-flow) and hydraulic turbines (Pelton, Francis, Kaplan, Cross-Flow, Bulbo, hydraulic screw, micro-turbines) for large-scale water pumping and hydroelectric power generation. The company also delivers complete turnkey ('chiavi in mano') solutions encompassing design, construction, installation, and commissioning, supported by in-house testing, maintenance, and after-sales services.

Product overview

MISA srl is a comprehensive provider of large water pumping and energy production systems, offering both products and services. The core product portfolio centers on specialized hydraulic machinery: axial flow pumps (Serie EP-EV), centrifugal pumps (Serie CR-CF), and mixed flow pumps (Serie CE) for water lifting applications, complemented by hydraulic turbines (Pelton, Francis, Kaplan, Cross Flow-Banki, Bulbo, Vite idraulica, Mini turbines) for hydroelectric power generation. Supporting these are electrical switchgear and power systems (MT/BT), automation and remote control systems, sluice gates, and plant equipment (generating sets, anti-water hammer devices, priming systems). The offering is completed by comprehensive services including electromechanical maintenance and repairs, testing in dedicated facilities, after-sales service with spare parts, transportation with crane trucks, reverse engineering, and proprietary R&D using CAD-3D, FEM analysis, and CFD modeling. The company delivers complete turnkey solutions 'chiavi in mano' for water management, irrigation, hydroelectric, and industrial applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• EP-EV Series Axial Propeller Pumps (Pompe elicoidali-assiali Serie EP-EV)
• CR-CF Series Centrifugal Pumps (Pompe centrifughe Serie CR-CF) Centrifugal pumps that increase fluid energy through centrifugal force from the impeller. Available in single-stage, multi-stage, horizontal or vertical axis configurations, with closed, open, backward-curved, channel, radial, or semi-axial impellers. Used for water management and industrial applications.
• CE Series Mixed-Flow Pumps (Pompe a flusso misto Serie CE) Semi-axial mixed flow pumps suitable for large water flows and moderate heads. Maximum flow rate of 20,000 l/s (72,000 mc/h), head up to 30 m, power up to 7,000 kW. Feature modular construction with variable pre-distributor blade inclination for flow regulation.
• Hydraulic Turbines (Turbine idrauliche) Full range of hydraulic turbines for hydroelectric power generation: Pelton (50-1200m head), Francis (10-300m head), Kaplan (up to 50m head), Bulbo, Cross-Flow-Banki (4-60m head), hydraulic screw (up to 10m head), and custom micro-turbines for island/off-grid operation. Used by public utilities and private renewable energy operators.
• Electrical Switchgear and Power Centers MT/BT (Quadristica elettrica MT e BT) Electrical switchgear and power center systems for medium and low voltage applications. Includes substations, transformer cabins, power distribution boards, variable speed drives, and digital management systems for complete plant supervision and remote monitoring.
• Automation and Remote Control Systems (Automazione e telecontrollo) Remote control and automation systems for water pumping and hydroelectric plants. Includes local automation systems, remote telecontrol packages, and supervision software enabling monitoring and control via smartphone, PC, and tablets.
• Sluice Gates (Paratoie) Sluice gates and water regulation equipment for monitoring and controlling water flows in hydraulic installations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Maximum single pump flow rate of 20 mc/s (20 cubic meters per second)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Andritz: Global Austrian OEM of hydroelectric turbines (Pelton, Francis, Kaplan), large pumps, and complete electro-mechanical equipment. Competes directly with MISA on the turbine/hydro side and on large pumping-station contracts in Europe.
• Flowserve: US-listed manufacturer of pumps, valves, and seals for power, oil & gas, and water applications. Competes with MISA on industrial and utility-scale pumping installations across Europe.
• Sulzer: Swiss manufacturer of centrifugal pumps, mixed-flow pumps, and process equipment for water, wastewater, and industrial applications. Competes with MISA on centrifugal and mixed-flow pump lines.
• Xylem: Global water technology company offering pumps, treatment, and smart metering. Overlaps with MISA on municipal water, wastewater, and irrigation pumping, particularly through the Flygt and Wedeco brands.
• Wilo: German pump manufacturer with broad water-management and HVAC pump portfolio. Adjacent competitor in European municipal water and irrigation pumping, though less specialized in large-scale turbines.
• Voith Hydro: Division of Voith supplying turbines, generators, and automation for hydropower plants of all sizes, plus pumps. A direct competitor on small and medium hydro projects and on large pumping systems in European tenders.

Direct peers

• KSB: German pump and valve manufacturer with strong presence in water supply, irrigation, and industrial pumping. Direct competitor on standardized and customized centrifugal/mixed-flow pump tenders.
• Caprari: Italian pump manufacturer specializing in centrifugal pumps for water supply, irrigation, and industrial use. Closest domestic peer — same geographic market, similar customer base among Italian utilities and consortia.
• Ruhrpumpen: Specialty pump manufacturer focused on heavy-duty centrifugal, axial, and mixed-flow pumps for industrial, water, and hydrocarbon markets. Competes on similar specification ranges to MISA's large-flow pump portfolio.

Emerging players

• Caleffi Hydro: Italian small-hydro developer and equipment specialist active in turbine installations and hydroelectric project development. Comparable to MISA on the small-hydro and turbine-integration side of the business.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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