Simonazzi Srl
Simonazzi Srl is an Italian exclusive distributor of flexographic printing consumables, equipment, and pre-press technologies, serving Italian printers with products from 14 international brands and offering installation and after-sales support.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1960
- HeadquartersPessano con Bornago, Italy
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Simonazzi Srl does
Simonazzi Srl is a privately held Italian industrial distributor headquartered in Pessano con Bornago (Milan), operating exclusively within the Italian flexographic printing market. The company functions as a one-stop distributor and technical service provider, supplying flexographic printers with a complete portfolio spanning the pre-press to printing press workflow: photopolymer plates, engraving metals, anilox rolls and sleeves, flexo sleeves, cushion tapes, doctor blades, pneumatic adapters and shafts, and equipment including plate processors, plate mounting systems, CTP imagers, laser anilox cleaners, and printing presses.
The business holds exclusive Italian distribution rights for 14 international manufacturers, anchored by a 35+ year relationship with MacDermid for flexo plates, and extended through partnerships with Esko (CTP), Sandon Global (anilox), Vianord (plate processors), JMHeaford (plate mounters), TEG Technologies/Sitexco (laser cleaners), Axcyl (sleeves), Allstein (printing presses), Inometa (adapters/shafts), Rogers (cushion tapes), Flexo Concepts (doctor blades), and Luxfer Graphic Arts (engraving metals). Under family ownership and led by CEO Luciana Simonazzi with a 21-person team, the company combines equipment sales and consumables distribution with pre-press consulting, installation, commissioning, and post-sale service support across Italy, supported by remote assistance capability.
Customer segments include flexographic printers serving labels, flexible packaging, corrugated board, folding cartons, and multiwall bag applications. Revenue is generated through equipment sales (hardware), consumables distribution (recurring supplies tied to installed base), and professional services (consulting, installation, training, after-sales support). Pricing is contact-based and not publicly disclosed, with the company emphasizing long-term partnership-driven growth over the past 60+ years.
Simonazzi Srl firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Simonazzi Srl
- Legal name
- Simonazzi Srl
- Website
- https://simonazzi.it
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1960
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Simonazzi Srl is an Italian exclusive distributor of flexographic printing consumables, equipment, and pre-press technologies, serving Italian printers with products from 14 international brands and offering installation and after-sales support.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Simonazzi Srl industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Flexographic Printing Equipment & Supplies Distribution
- NAICS
- Support Activities for Printing (32312)
- SIC
- Printing Trades Machinery & Equipment (3555)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Prepress, Plate-Making & Artwork Services (IMALAKAM)
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Where Simonazzi Srl is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Pessano con Bornago
- HQ country
- Italy
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Simonazzi Srl business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Equipment Sales: Sale of flexographic printing equipment including plate processors (Vianord EVO), plate mounters (JMHeaford), laser anilox cleaners (TEG-SITEXCO), CTP systems (Esko CDI Crystal), and printing presses (Allstein HYDRO, SPRINT). Sales model involves pre-installation, installation, and commissioning services.
- Consumables Distribution: Distribution of flexo plates (MacDermid LUX ITP, Digital, Analog), anilox rolls and sleeves (Sandon Global), flexo sleeves (Axcyl), cushion and tapes (Rogers), doctor blades (TruPoint), and engraving metals (magnesium, brass). Ongoing consumable supply to installed customer base.
- Professional Services: Pre-press consulting, post-sale service support, installation and commissioning, and staff training services provided to customers across Italy.
- After-Sales Support: Post-sale support services including equipment servicing and remote assistance for printers nationwide.
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels5 records
Simonazzi Srl product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Simonazzi Srl distributes flexographic printing consumables, equipment, and pre-press solutions to Italian flexographic printers under exclusive Italian distribution agreements with 14 international manufacturers. The company supplies MacDermid photopolymer plates, Sandon Global anilox rolls, Axcyl flexo sleeves, Rogers cushion tapes, Flexo Concepts doctor blades, and Inometa adapters/shafts, alongside capital equipment from Vianord (plate processors), JMHeaford (plate mounters), Esko (CTP), TEG-SITEXCO (laser cleaners), MacDermid (LAVA thermal processor), and Allstein (printing presses). It complements distribution with pre-press consulting, installation, commissioning, and after-sales service support delivered by a structured nationwide team.
Product overview
Simonazzi Srl is a distributor of flexographic printing supplies and equipment for the Italian market, offering an integrated portfolio of products spanning the entire flexo printing workflow. The core offering includes MacDermid digital and analog photopolymer plates (LUX ITP series, Digital Rave/MAX/MAF, MVP/Max), engraving metals (magnesium, brass), and flexo sleeves from Axcyl. Key equipment partners include Vianord (plate processors EVO 3/4/5), Heaford (plate mounting systems), Esko (CTP imaging), TEG/SITEXCO (laser anilox cleaners), MacDermid (LAVA thermal processor, LUX laminator), and Allstein (HYDRO and SPRINT printing presses). Supporting products include Sandon Global anilox rolls, Rogers cushion tapes, Flexo Concepts doctor blades, and Inometa INOFLEX adapters/shafts. The company also offers certified second-hand equipment and comprehensive technical services.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Flexo Plates (Digital and Analog) Quality photopolymer printing plates distributed under the MacDermid brand, including the digital LUX ITP series (60, M, EPIC, Edge, MELO), Digital Rave/MAX/MAF, and analog MVP and MAX plates, sold to flexographic printers across Italy.
- Engraving Metals Photoengraving plates including magnesium (presensitized OPTIMAG and HYDRO-SOLVE, plus non-presensitized) and brass plates (LUXFER Graphic Arts), plus zinc plates for pantograph engraving, sold to Italian flexographic and pre-press operations.
- Flexo Sleeves (Axcyl)
- Anilox Rolls and Sleeves Quality anilox rollers and sleeves distributed exclusively from Sandon Global in Italy for narrow and wide-web flexographic printing applications.
- Cushion and Tapes (Rogers R/BAK)
- Doctor Blades (TruPoint)
- INOFLEX Adapters and Shafts
- Vianord Plate Processors (EVO 3, EVO 4, EVO 5) Modular flexo plate processing equipment from Vianord, including the EVO 3 (90x120 cm), EVO 4 (120x160 cm), and EVO 5 (132x203 cm) with exposure, washout, dryer, and light finishing sections, sold and installed in Italy by Simonazzi.
- JMHeaford Plate Mounting Systems Automatic and semi-automatic plate mounting equipment from JMHeaford, including the FTS for narrow web labels (155-610/876 mm repeat) and the Flexo Plate Automounter for cylinders and sleeves up to 1800 mm width using high-definition cameras for precise register mark detection.
- Esko CDI Crystal CTP Computer-to-plate flexo imaging system from Esko using Crystal technology, designed to interface seamlessly with the XPS Crystal UV exposure device for simultaneous front and back exposure of flexo plates.
- TEG/SITEXCO Laser Anilox Cleaning Systems Laser-based cleaning systems from TEG-SITEXCO for anilox rolls, including SITEXCO LABEL L20 for narrow web labels, Sitexco SL 1.5 (anilox up to 1500 mm length and 320 mm diameter), and Sitexco Plus; uses ablation to remove dry ink without damaging ceramic surfaces, with no waste, consumables, or water required (FTA Technical Innovation 2018).
- MacDermid LAVA Thermal Plate Processing
- LUX Laminator
- Allstein HYDRO Printing Press
- Allstein SPRINT Printing Press
- Second Hand Equipment
- Pre-Press Consulting, Installation and Commissioning Services
- After-Sales Service and Support
Quantifiable outcome
- 50 equipment installations achieved in Italy as of August 2021
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Simonazzi Srl
Customer profileNamed customers7 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Simonazzi Srl technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature8 records
Simonazzi Srl partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- MacDermid Graphics SolutionscoreLong-standing partnership spanning over 35 years. Simonazzi distributes MacDermid's complete flexo plate portfolio including LUX ITP digital plates, MVP and MAX analog plates, LUX Laminator, LAVA thermal processing system, and digital plate lines. MacDermid recognized Simonazzi at Labelexpo Europe 2017 for 35 years of collaboration.
- EskocorePartnership established in 2019 for distribution of Esko's prepress and digital flexo solutions in Italy. Includes software solutions for workflow management and CDI Crystal CTP imaging units using Crystal Technology, designed to interface with XPS Crystal UV exposure device.
- Sandon GlobalcoreExclusive distribution agreement signed November 2020 for the Italian market. Sandon Global is a British manufacturer of award-winning anilox rolls used in flexographic, lithographic, and dry offset sectors. Products include anilox rolls and sleeves for narrow web and wide web applications. Stuart Mitchell (Sales Director) and Stuart Beeson (Global Distribution Manager) signed the partnership with CEO Luciana Simonazzi.
- VianordcoreExclusive Italian distributor for Vianord equipment, including EVO 3, EVO 4, and EVO 5 plate processors in various configurations (All-in-One, Incremental Processor, Batch Processor). Simonazzi reached milestone of 50 installed Vianord units in Italy as of 2021.
- JMHeafordcoreExclusive Italian distributor for JMHeaford plate mounting equipment including FTS (semi-automatic narrow web plate mounter) and Automounter (automatic plate mounting on cylinders and sleeves up to 1800mm width). Partnership established around 2018 with first installation at Technovaa Macplast.
- TEG Technologies / SitexcocoreExclusive Italian distributor for TEG-SITEXCO laser cleaning systems for anilox rolls. Partnership established 2017. Products include Sitexco SL 1.5 (for anilox up to 1500mm length and 320mm diameter), Sitexco Plus, and LABEL L10/L20 for narrow web label market. Awarded FTA Technical Innovation 2018.
- AxcylcoreMulti-year partnership for distribution of Axcyl sleeve products in Italy. Products include COAXCYL (BS, EM, TR), Carbon BS carbon fiber bridges, and Axcylox anilox protection sleeves. Simonazzi received recognition at DRUPA 2016 for results achieved with Axcyl. Major customer includes OMSO, a global leader in rigid object printing.
- AllsteincorePartnership for distribution of Allstein printing presses in Italy, including the HYDRO series (up to 800 m/min, 8 or 10 colors, highly modular and customized) and SPRINT series (up to 400 m/min, short-run market, compact design under 50 sqm).
- InometacoreDistribution partnership for INOFLEX brand products including INObridge pneumatic adapters (Ecoline, Proline, ProXline versions) and INOshaft shafts, enabling stable printing at speeds over 800 m/min.
- Rogers CorporationcoreDistribution of Rogers R/BAK cushion and tape products including R/BAK PSA (adhesive systems in LT/MT/HT versions), R/BAK SA (for narrow web label printing), and R/BAK SF (cushion for corrugated printing). Open-cell urethane technology provides consistent cushioning over millions of impressions.
- Flexo ConceptscoreDistribution of TruPoint doctor blade product line including TruPoint Orange (high performance for corrugated, labels, flexible packaging), TruPoint DuraPoint (extended durability for corrugated and coating), and TruPoint UHMV (for anilox protection during scraping).
- Luxfer Graphic ArtscoreDistribution of Luxfer-branded engraving metals including brass plates for pantograph engraving and magnesium plates (presensitized OPTIMAG and HYDRO-SOLVE, and non-presensitized). Products feature tight tolerances and hot/cold rolling for surface integrity.
- Omet SpaminorSilver sponsorship of Omet Spa's InnovationPark demo-room inaugurated June 2022 in Molteno (Lecco). Prestigious showcase for narrow web printing technologies. Simonazzi presented Heaford FTS plate mounting machine and TEG LABEL L10 laser cleaning system at the OpenHouse event.
- Axcyl (Supporting Partner for InnovationPark)minorSupporting partner of Simonazzi at Omet's InnovationPark event. Supplier of composite sleeves and adapters for high performance flexo printing.
- Heaford (Supporting Partner for InnovationPark)minorSupporting partner at Omet's InnovationPark. Manufacturer of automatic and semi-automatic mounting plates for wide web and narrow web printing.
- Teg Technologies (Supporting Partner for InnovationPark)minorSupporting partner at Omet's InnovationPark. Provider of SITEXCO systems for laser cleaning of aniloxes and LABEL10 equipment specifically for the labels market.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Simonazzi Srl competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Heidelberger Druckmaschinen: Global German printing equipment manufacturer with packaging and label press offerings. A broad incumbent competing for capex spend at the same Italian converter customers.
- Bobst: Swiss-based global leader in packaging printing and converting equipment, including flexo presses and plate-making. Bobst is a broad incumbent that competes for the same Italian converters' capex budgets and could choose to bypass distributors in Italy.
- Mark Andy: US-based manufacturer of narrow-web flexo and hybrid label presses. Competes with the Allstein presses Simonazzi distributes for label and packaging printer capex across Europe.
- Gallus Group: Swiss manufacturer of narrow-web label presses (now part of Heidelberger). Competes for Italian label converter capex and provides alternatives to Simonazzi's press portfolio.
- Nilpeter: Danish manufacturer of flexo and digital label presses serving European converters. Competes directly with Allstein press offerings for label printers in Italy and broader Europe.
- Koenig & Bauer: German manufacturer of printing presses for packaging, commercial, and security print. Competes with flexo press incumbents for the same Italian packaging customers.
- MPS (MPrinting Systems): Dutch manufacturer of flexo and hybrid label presses serving European converters. Direct competitor to Allstein SPRINT and HYDRO press lines for label and packaging print runs.
Emerging players
- Apex International: US/UK-based manufacturer of flexo plate mounting sleeves, anilox rolls, and adhesives. Competes with several of Simonazzi's principals (Axcyl, Sandon Global) and could potentially enter the Italian market through direct distribution, pressuring Simonazzi's exclusive partnerships.
Direct peers
- Nordmeccanica: Italian manufacturer of laminating and coating equipment serving the same Italian flexible packaging printers that Simonazzi serves. Operates in an adjacent step of the converting workflow, often into the same customer sites.
- OMET SpA: Italian manufacturer of flexographic and digital printing presses for narrow and mid-web applications. OMET is a domestic competitor for press sales and a partner-customer relationship through InnovationPark, making it the closest Italian peer for flexo printers.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Simonazzi Srl funding detail
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Frequently asked questions about Simonazzi Srl
What does Simonazzi Srl do?
Simonazzi Srl distributes flexographic printing consumables, equipment, and pre-press solutions to Italian flexographic printers under exclusive Italian distribution agreements with 14 international manufacturers. The company supplies MacDermid photopolymer plates, Sandon Global anilox rolls, Axcyl flexo sleeves, Rogers cushion tapes, Flexo Concepts doctor blades, and Inometa adapters/shafts, alongside capital equipment from Vianord (plate processors), JMHeaford (plate mounters), Esko (CTP), TEG-SITEXCO (laser cleaners), MacDermid (LAVA thermal processor), and Allstein (printing presses). It complements distribution with pre-press consulting, installation, commissioning, and after-sales service support delivered by a structured nationwide team.
Is Simonazzi Srl a public or private company?
Simonazzi Srl is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Simonazzi Srl founded?
Simonazzi Srl was founded in 1960. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Simonazzi Srl based?
Simonazzi Srl is headquartered in Pessano con Bornago, Italy, in the Europe region.
How does Simonazzi Srl make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are consumables Distribution, professional Services and after-Sales Support.
Who are Simonazzi Srl's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Heidelberger Druckmaschinen, Bobst, Mark Andy, Gallus Group, Nilpeter, Koenig & Bauer and MPS (MPrinting Systems). Apex International is listed as an emerging player. Direct peers are Nordmeccanica and OMET SpA.
Does Simonazzi Srl have an API?
No public API is recorded for Simonazzi Srl.
What industry is Simonazzi Srl in?
Simonazzi Srl's product category is Flexographic Printing Equipment & Supplies Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMALAKAM, Prepress, Plate-Making & Artwork Services. Its NAICS code is 32312 and its SIC code is 3555.