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Tonello acquires Flainox: strengthening Italian excellence

Tonello, the global leader in garment finishing technologies, announces the acquisition of Flainox, a historic company based in Quaregna Cerreto (BI) with over fifty years of experience in the production of dyeing machinery.
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This acquisition not only consolidates the leadership of a fully Italian entrepreneurial group but also marks a key strategic step: Tonello further strengthens its presence in the dyeing industry, expanding its offerings with increasingly specialized solutions to meet the needs of a constantly evolving market.

The integration of Flainox will enhance the reach of the sales force, through the sharing and consolidation of target markets, and offer an even broader range of technologies for the textile industry.

A shared future focused on innovation, service, and sustainability

The acquisition of Flainox represents a unique opportunity to build a shared future, driven by innovation, service, and responsibility. Both companies, deeply rooted in the tradition and values of Made in Italy, are ready to join forces to offer increasingly advanced technological solutions, expanding the range of expertise available to their clients.

“This acquisition is a pivotal step in our growth journey,” says Carlo Bonetti, President of Tonello. “Partnering with Flainox allows us to bring a strong, innovative group to the global market, while staying deeply connected to tradition and our roots.”

Flavio Tonello, Board Member at Tonello, emphasizes: “This strategic move will enable us to enhance our respective expertise and continue delivering the excellence the market expects from us.”

“Integrating Flainox means strengthening our market presence,” says Alice Tonello, R&D and Marketing Director. “This step allows us to consolidate our leadership by expanding our product range and ensuring greater global reach.”

Flainox will continue to operate under its own brand in collaboration with the Tonello team.

A commitment to the future

With this acquisition, the Tonello group reaffirms its commitment to represent the technological excellence of finishing machinery, with a clear focus on investing in cutting-edge technologies and sustainable processes to further solidify its market position.

Together, Tonello and Flainox are ready to write a new chapter of success, uniting their visions and values to tackle the challenges of a constantly evolving market.




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