August 1, 2024

Visit of Company Employees to CEI and LEMA Factories in Bologna, Italy

Company employees visited the CEI (Costruzione Emiliana Ingranaggi S.p.A.) and LEMA S.r.l. factories located near Bologna, Italy, as part of a business trip aimed at studying advanced manufacturing processes and seeking new collaboration opportunities. The trip took place from August 1 to 3, 2024, and was an important event to strengthen ties with Italian partners in the automotive and industrial sectors. Bologna, located in the Emilia-Romagna region — the heart of Italian mechanics and automotive engineering — provided an ideal venue for such a visit. CEI, founded in 1969 in Anzola dell'Emilia (a suburb of Bologna), specializes in manufacturing spare parts for industrial vehicles. The employees observed the production process of gears for transmissions and differentials, as well as a wider range of products, including components for steering systems, brakes, suspensions, and engines. They studied the high level of production automation and strict quality control standards that have made CEI a leader in its industry. Special attention was paid to innovative approaches, such as cooperation with the University of Bologna to improve manufacturing technologies. The second stop — a visit to LEMA S.r.l. in Bologna — allowed employees to delve deeper into the world of spare parts for trucks. Known for its flexibility in meeting customer demands and fast delivery (often within 24 hours), LEMA demonstrated its production capabilities and internationally certified quality control system. The employees reviewed the stages of raw material inspection, intermediate processing, and final product testing before shipment, highlighting LEMA’s commitment to reliability and customer satisfaction. The visit to both factories included meetings with management and technical specialists, allowing discussions on collaboration prospects, knowledge exchange, and integrating new solutions into the company's operations. Emilia-Romagna, known as the "Land of Motors," inspired the team with its unique combination of tradition and innovation. This experience has become a valuable contribution to the company's development, opening new horizons for partnerships and the adoption of advanced technologies in its processes.