Saiem Electrical Systems

What Saiem Electrical Systems does

Saiem Electrical Systems is a division of SAIEM Group (Saiem S.r.l.), an Italian industrial automation company founded in 1979 in Sassuolo and now headquartered in Fiorano Modenese, Emilia-Romagna. The company designs, manufactures, and installs custom electrical systems, control panels, and PLC-based automation for industrial clients across Italy and international markets. Its technical core combines electrical panel assembly with custom software development across six PLC platforms (Omron, Siemens, LS, ABB, CMZ, Kernel), robotics integration through its official KUKA partnership (since 2021), and remote diagnostic capabilities for installed systems.

The group operates through three divisions: Saiem Electrical Systems (panels, schemes, software, supervision, revamping), Saiem Nursery Automations (founded 2016, producing the Nursery Smart Line, trimming machines, soil mix systems, and the Vision 100 computer-vision plant selection system for the florovivaistico sector), and Saiem System Integrator (founded 2020, delivering turnkey robotic integration including anthropomorphic and Cartesian robots, palletizers, and AGV/LGV handling for food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, automotive, and general manufacturing clients). Named customers include Marazzi in ceramics and a roster of nursery operators such as Osasi Vivai, Mondi Plants, and Floramiata.

Revenue is generated through project-based custom automation contracts, ongoing preventive maintenance subscriptions, and remote technical support services. The go-to-market is direct enterprise sales with participation in major industry trade shows (IPM Essen, MyPlant&Garden) and a small, stable team of 50+ operators. The firm is privately held with no institutional investors disclosed, has received Italian government R&D tax credits annually, and earned a 2024 Cribis Prime Company certification.

Name

Saiem Electrical Systems

Legal name

Saiem S.r.l.

Website

https://saiem.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Saiem Electrical Systems is an Italian industrial automation firm (founded 1979) that designs, builds, and installs custom electrical panels, PLC software, and robotic systems for ceramic, nursery, food, pharma, and manufacturing clients across Italy and international markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation Equipment

NAICS

Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314), Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial I/O, Signal Conditioning & Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) (IMAGABAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Process & Batch Control Software (Recipe Management, ISA-88) (IMAGABAH)

Keywords

• Industrial automation systems
• Electrical panel design
• PLC programming services
• Robotics integration
• Nursery automation equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Fiorano Modenese

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Industrial Automation Systems: Design, manufacture, and installation of custom automated industrial systems including electrical panels, PLC programming, and robotics integration. Revenue generated through project-based contracts for new machinery and modernization of existing installations.
2. Technical Services: Ongoing technical support, preventive maintenance contracts, remote assistance services, and after-sales support for installed systems.
3. Custom Software Development: Development of customized PC and PLC software programs for various industrial platforms including Omron, Siemens, LS, ABB, CMZ, and Kernel.
4. Preventive Maintenance Contracts: Service contracts providing scheduled preventive maintenance, timely interventions, and dedicated technical support to maximize productivity and minimize machine downtime.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Saiem Electrical Systems (part of SAIEM GROUP, legal entity Saiem S.r.l.) designs, manufactures, and installs custom industrial automation systems including electrical panels, PLC software, robotics integration, and specialized machinery for industrial sectors such as food, ceramic, concrete, bitumen, wood, agricultural, nursery, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and automotive production. With operations headquartered in Fiorano Modenese, Italy and founded in 1979, the company combines in-house mechanical and electrical design, panel construction, software development, and post-installation support as turnkey automation solutions for B2B customers.

Product overview

Saiem Electrical Systems is a division of Saiem Group offering industrial automation solutions. The company's core offerings include electrical panel design and assembly, PC/PLC software development (supporting Omron, Siemens, LS, ABB, CMZ, and Kernel platforms), plant supervision systems, and revamping services for existing industrial plants. The product portfolio spans multiple divisions: Electrical Systems (panels, control systems, supervision), Nursery Automations (Nursery Smart Line, Software Everywhere 5.0, Soil Mix, Vision 100, trimming machines, buffer belts, soil/bark warehouses, bark distribution basins, wet/nebulizing cabins), and System Integrator (industrial integration, palletizers, Cartesian robots, anthropomorphic robots, potting/filling machine integration). Services include transport, installation, remote assistance, and preventive maintenance contracts.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Industrial Electrical Panels
• Nursery Smart Line
• Vision 100 Computer Vision System
• Soil Mix Substrate Mixing System
• Software Everywhere 5.0
• Trimming Machines
• Palletizers
• Cartesian Robots
• Anthropomorphic Robots
• Plant Revamping Services
• Plant Supervision and After-Sales Technical Assistance

Quantifiable outcome

• Increased productivity through plant modernization and Industry 4.0 compliance
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

AI capability2 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• KUKAcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2021Since 2021, SAIEM is an official partner of KUKA, world leader in robotics and industrial automation. This partnership provides access to advanced resources and cutting-edge technologies, enabling SAIEM to offer more sophisticated and efficient automated solutions. As official partners, SAIEM provides customers with confidential services and dedicated support from expert consultants in the field.
• DEMTECcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with DEMTEC enables SAIEM to offer expert consultancy and tailored solutions for the nursery sector. This includes machinery for transplanting, plant handling systems, and irrigation solutions, providing comprehensive support and high-quality service for nursery automation customers.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Elettric80: Italian custom industrial automation and system integration company specializing in turnkey automated material handling and production lines. Highly comparable to SAIEM's Saiem System Integrator division in terms of integrated solutions, B2B direct sales, and Italian manufacturing customer base.
• Comau: Italian industrial automation and robotics company (Stellantis-owned) that designs and integrates automated production systems, including PLC-based controls and robotics. Comparable to SAIEM for industrial automation, robotics integration, and Italian manufacturing customers, though significantly larger.
• System Logistics (Krones): Italian automated material handling and industrial automation company, now part of Krones. Direct peer for turnkey warehouse/factory automation projects similar to SAIEM's System Integrator offerings.
• Demtec: Belgian nursery automation specialist providing transplanting, plant handling, and irrigation systems. An existing SAIEM partner; direct competitor for nursery automation deals across Europe.
• Visser Horti Systems: Dutch-based specialist in nursery/horticulture automation including potting, transplanting, and handling equipment. Direct peer to SAIEM's Nursery Automations division, both serving European floricultural growers with mechanized lines.
• Pilz Italy: German-headquartered automation safety and control systems provider with significant Italian presence. Comparable to SAIEM for industrial control systems, PLC programming, and safety integration services.
• Beckhoff Automation Italy: German industrial automation specialist providing PC-based control, PLC, and drive technology. Comparable to SAIEM for custom PLC programming and electrical panel design, though also a technology supplier.

Broad incumbents

• Schneider Electric Italia: Global industrial automation and electrical equipment leader with major Italian operations. Overlaps with SAIEM for electrical panels, PLC programming, and industrial automation across all served verticals, but at enterprise scale.
• IMA Group: Large Italian manufacturer of automatic machines for packaging and processing, with deep integration into food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics industries. Comparable to SAIEM's food/pharmaceutical manufacturing automation focus but at much larger scale.
• Festo Italia: German automation components and solutions provider with strong Italian presence. Overlaps with SAIEM in industrial automation and electrical panel integration, though Festo is a much wider component-and-systems vendor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@saiemnursery
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/saiem-electrical-system

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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