Universal 1972, our story.
Creativity and passion since 1972
A little about US, since 1972.
In the heart of industrial Italy, a story of tradition, innovation and passion comes to life with UNIVERSAL 1972, an entrepreneurial adventure of dedication that has revolutionised the precision engineering scene since 1972.
CUSTOMERS & PARTNERS
50+
Over 50 years’ experience
34
34 employees
+200
More than 200 die splitters
4500m²
Facilities of over 4500 sqm
OUR HISTORY
50 years… but that’s just the beginning.
UNIVERSAL 1972 looks to the future with enthusiasm and tenacity.
The generational breakthrough with the entry of Armando’s sons, Alessandro and Alessio Caramaschi, brought a new spirit to the company, combining the freshness of new ideas with solid experience. This synergy has made it possible to intensify relations not only in Europe but throughout the world, paving the way towards an international dimension that today sees us as protagonists.
2006 marked another milestone in our history: The opening of new premises that tripled the available space and the introduction of state-of-the-art machinery for machining and three-dimensional inspection of parts. This step has not only expanded our production capacity but also strengthened our dedication to quality and innovation, enabling us to offer increasingly competitive and efficient solutions.
For us, quality is not just a goal, but an imperative that manifests itself in every aspect of our work, from the choice of materials to the precision of the machining, to the adoption of the most advanced CAD/CAM technologies that reduce production time while maintaining high standards.
FORMITALY, established in 2008, represents another pride of our company: one of the first networks of companies in Italy to offer fully integrated and automated solutions for sheet metal forming and stamping. This initiative demonstrates our ability to collaborate and innovate, creating synergies that enhance Italian know-how globally.
Today, UNIVERSAL 1972 employs around 35 people and has an extensive machine tool fleet, symbol of our ongoing commitment to excellence and innovation. Post-covid was not a constraint for us, but a challenge to be courageously accepted, prompting us to further diversify our offer with precision machining on large metalworking projects, thus consolidating our role in the industrial landscape.
Our story is more than just a corporate chronicle; it’s a narrative of values, overcome challenges, and dreams fulfilled, a journey driven by passion and commitment that will continue to inspire and innovate for generations to come.
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Active markets
Here we celebrate the journey of our best-in-class solutions – from dies to die splitters – that have crossed borders and seas, reaching different corners of the world. This is the story of how Italian precision, innovative design and uncompromising quality have found their home in over twenty countries, forming a global network of successes and collaborations.
Europe
Our story began in Italy, but soon the wings of creativity and ingenuity took us further afield. In Europe, from Spain and Portugal, through France, Belgium, Holland, to the cold landscapes of Sweden and Germany, and then Poland, Hungary, Slovenia, Austria, Switzerland, Russia, Turkey, Egypt and Greece – each country became a vibrant page in our diary. Here, we forged business and cultural ties, demonstrating that UNIVERSAL1972 quality speaks a universal language: that of excellence.
Asia
Towards the East and beyond: the horizon then widened to Asia, where countries such as China and Malaysia welcomed our technology solutions with enthusiasm, opening the door to rapidly expanding markets hungry for innovation.
America
Across the Ocean, a Bridge of Innovation: our adventure also took us beyond the ocean, to the United States, where the American dream intertwined with Italian know-how, creating unique synergies.
Ecuador and Brazil marked our steps on the South American continent, proving that there are no limits to the scope of our ambition and adaptability.
This map of our achievements is not just a list of destinations but the symbol of our commitment to innovation, quality and customer service. In every market, we brought a piece of our family, our values and our land, showing that UNIVERSAL 1972 is not just a name, but a brand of trust, respect and cooperation.
Our global presence is testimony to the bridge we have built between the Italian tradition and the challenges of the international market. Every country we touched has become part of our extended family, a living chapter of our history that continues to be written every day, with every project, in every piece of work that leaves our factory.
Italy
Spain
Portugal
France
Belgium
Holland
United Kingdom
Mexico
Sweden
Germany
Poland
Hungary
Slovenia
Austria
Switzerland
Russia
Turkey
Egypt
Greece
China
Malaysia
United States
Ecuador
Brazil