Name

carpigiani spa

Legal name

Carpigiani Group - Ali Group S.r.l.

Website

https://carpigiani.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Anzola dell'Emilia

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales - Production Machines: Sale of industrial gelato and ice cream production equipment including pasteurizers, batch freezers, soft-serve machines, multifunction units, and specialized equipment for pastry, foodservice, and cheese production. One-time capital purchase model typical for professional kitchen equipment.
2. Accessories and Spare Parts E-commerce: Online shop (shop.carpigiani.com) for selling accessories, consumables, and replacement parts for Carpigiani machines. Recurring revenue from consumables and maintenance parts.
3. Technical Services and Support: Technical assistance and service network (Carpigiani Services) providing maintenance, repairs, and support for installed machines. Ongoing service relationship with customers post-sale.
4. Training and Education Programs: Revenue from Gelato University, Frozen Dessert University, and Gelato Pastry University training courses for foodservice professionals and gelato makers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Carpigiani manufactures and sells industrial equipment for producing gelato, ice cream, pastry, and foodservice items, including pasteurizers, batch freezers (mantecatori) such as the Maestro HE, Labotronic HE, Pastomaster HE, and Pastochef RTL-I lines, soft-serve machines, and multifunction units. Beyond hardware, the company operates an ecosystem of recurring-revenue services: technical maintenance (Carpigiani Services), an accessories and spare-parts e-shop, refurbished equipment (Ricondizionato), and professional training programs (Gelato University, Frozen Dessert University, Gelato Pastry University).

Product overview

Carpigiani is an Italian ice cream machine manufacturer founded in 1946, celebrating 80 years of operation in 2026. The company produces a comprehensive portfolio of gelato and frozen dessert equipment organized across multiple product lines: batch freezers (Mantecatori) including the Maestro HE, Labotronic HE, Pastomaster HE, and Pastochef RTL-I series; soft serve machines (Gelato Soft); pasteurizers; and specialized equipment for pastry, restaurants, quick-service restaurants, shakes, cakes/popsicles, and cheese making. The product portfolio also includes refurbished machines (Ricondizionato). Beyond equipment, Carpigiani offers a full ecosystem of services including Carpigiani Services for technical support, an E-shop for parts and accessories, and extensive training through Gelato University, Frozen Dessert University, Gelato Pastry University, and Foodservice Professionals. The company also supports the gelato culture through competitions (Carpigiani Challenge, Gelato Festival World Masters), the Gelato Museum, and holds events including participation at Sigep World. Carpigiani operates globally with dedicated websites for multiple countries and is part of Ali Group.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Maestro HE High-efficiency gelato batch freezer (mantecatore) for artisan gelato production, designed for consistent quality and performance in professional gelaterias.
• Labotronic HE e HE-H High-efficiency batch freezer for artisan gelato production, offered in HE and HE-H configurations to suit different capacity and operational needs.
• Pastomaster HE High-efficiency batch freezer engineered for professional gelato production with focus on performance and throughput.
• Pastochef RTL-I with Inverter option Multifunction machine for artisan gelato production featuring a new Inverter option for optimized process control and energy efficiency, combining multiple functionalities in a single unit.
• Mantecatori (Batch Freezers) Batch freezers performing the continuous freezing and mixing process that creates gelato texture; the umbrella category for the Maestro HE, Labotronic HE, Pastomaster HE, and similar lines.
• Pastorizzatori (Pasteurizers) Industrial pasteurizers for gelato mix preparation, providing controlled heat treatment of ingredients to ensure food safety and consistent base quality.
• Gelato Soft (Soft-Serve Machines) Soft-serve ice cream machines delivering customizable technological solutions for soft gelato production across QSR, foodservice, and premium soft-serve operators.
• Ready 14 20 & Ready WF Easy Way system for gelato production that simplifies the gelato-making process and streamlines workflow for operators.
• Torte & Stecchi (Cake & Popsicle Machines) Specialized machines for producing gelato cakes and popsicles/stick-format gelato desserts.
• Montapanna (Milk Whipper) Milk whipper machines for dairy applications including whipped cream and similar preparations.
• Macchine Shake (Shake Machines) Shake machines for producing milkshakes and frozen beverages in foodservice and specialty operations.
• Macchine Formaggio (Cheese Making Machines) Specialized cheese-making machines for dairy production applications.
• Ricondizionato (Refurbished Machines) Certified pre-owned and refurbished Carpigiani machines sold as a more accessible entry point for buyers seeking professional equipment at lower cost.
• Carpigiani Services Ongoing technical assistance, maintenance, and support service for owners of Carpigiani machines, delivered through the Carpigiani Services network.
• Carpigiani E-shop Online store (shop.carpigiani.com) selling accessories, consumables, and spare parts for Carpigiani machine owners as a post-sale support and recurring-revenue channel.
• Gelato University Professional training programs and courses for gelato makers covering production techniques and operation of Carpigiani machines.
• Frozen Dessert University International training platform delivering courses on frozen dessert techniques and production for foodservice professionals.
• Gelato Pastry University Specialized training program combining gelato production and pastry techniques for professionals working at the intersection of both crafts.
• Foodservice Professionals Training Training and consulting services for foodservice professionals integrating gelato and frozen dessert production into restaurant, hospitality, and catering operations.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• AcomagminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 October 2025Collaboration with Acomag for the valorization of Traditional Italian Artisanal Gelato. Joint initiative to promote and protect traditional Italian gelato craftsmanship.
• UIFminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 October 2025Partnership with UIF alongside Acomag for the valorization of Traditional Italian Artisanal Gelato. Collaborative effort to support and promote artisanal gelato traditions.
• Ali Group S.r.l.coreOthersAli Group S.r.l. (VAT 13239980967) is the parent company of Carpigiani Group. Carpigiani is part of the Ali Group portfolio of foodservice equipment manufacturers.
• WelbiltminorOthersWelbilt is shown as a related company entity on the Carpigiani website, suggesting affiliation within the commercial kitchen equipment industry.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Gram Equipment: Danish manufacturer of industrial ice cream and gelato production equipment. Comparable in batch freezers and continuous ice cream production lines, primarily serving larger industrial customers overlapping Carpigiani's higher-capacity offerings.

Direct peers

• Nemox: Italian manufacturer of gelato and ice cream machines spanning consumer to professional segments. Direct competitor in the entry-level and small-batch professional gelato equipment category.
• Coldelite: Italian specialist in gelato and ice cream production machinery, including batch freezers and continuous ice cream makers. Direct competitor serving the artisanal and small-scale commercial gelato segment.
• Bravo: Italian specialist manufacturer of professional gelato, ice cream, and pastry equipment. Direct competitor in batch freezers and pasteurizers for the artisanal segment, with comparable product portfolio and customer base.
• Frigomat: Italian manufacturer of gelato, sorbet, and ice cream production equipment. Direct competitor offering batch freezers, pasteurizers, and complete gelato production lines for the same artisanal and SMB customer base.
• Cattabriga: Historic Italian gelato machine manufacturer now part of the Ali Group portfolio. Direct competitor in batch freezers for professional gelato production, with overlap in customer segments and distribution channels.
• Iceteam 1927: Italian manufacturer of professional gelato, pastry, and chocolate equipment. Direct competitor in batch freezers and complete production lines for artisanal gelato makers and pastry shops.

Broad incumbents

• Hoshizaki: Japanese global leader in commercial refrigeration and ice machines. Comparable as a broader foodservice equipment manufacturer with overlapping commercial refrigeration and ice equipment categories adjacent to Carpigiani's portfolio.
• Taylor Company: US-based manufacturer of soft serve, shake, and frozen beverage equipment (part of Middleby Corporation). Comparable in soft-serve and shake machinery overlapping with Carpigiani's Gelato Soft and Shake product lines.

Others

• Ali Group S.r.l. Parent conglomerate of Carpigiani and broader portfolio of foodservice equipment brands (including Welbilt). Relevant as the corporate parent providing capital, distribution synergies, and strategic direction; not a direct peer but the controlling entity shaping Carpigiani's positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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