Bernio Elettromeccanica: Italian innovation for the global industry
Founded in 1965 by Carlo Bernio as a small workshop specializing in windings for electric motors, Bernio Elettromeccanica s.n.c. has grown into a benchmark in the production of gearboxes and gearmotors for industrial and civil applications. For more than 60 years, the company based in Brianza has continued to expand while remaining true to its family-business DNA, blending innovation, customization, and the quality of Made in Italy.
“We started with motors for ventilation,” recalls Andrea Civita, Chief Operating Officer. “Then, in the 1990s, we made a strategic choice: to leave winding production behind and devote ourselves entirely to gearbox mechanics. That was the beginning of our real evolution.”
From tradition to innovation
A turning point came with the acquisition of a company specialized in planetary gearboxes. From a limited initial range, Bernio Elettromeccanica now offers a broad and diversified catalog, including brushed DC gearmotors, brushless (BLDC), stepper, asynchronous, and servo motors, as well as worm gear solutions.
Flexibility is our greatest strength: customers can purchase either complete gearmotors or standalone gearboxes to be paired with motors of their choice.
“Our core business remains direct current motors, but over the years we have also developed other technologies such as brushless and stepper motors, which we initially produced only as subcontractors. Today we offer them directly to the market, expanding our product range and responding more effectively to customer needs.”
The value of customization
In a global market where mass production is often dominated by multinational giants, Bernio Elettromeccanica has chosen a different path: advanced customization.
“Every project we develop,” Civita emphasizes, “is almost always customized. We start from a standard range, which becomes only the baseline. It is rare for us to deliver a fully standardized product. Even the smallest detail, such as a screw, often becomes unique because it is made exclusively for a specific customer.”
This philosophy allows the company to create tailor-made solutions that often become part of the standard catalog, transforming a specific request into an opportunity to expand the offering.
Italian quality and local partnerships
Bernio Elettromeccanica proudly maintains strong ties with its territory. Most partnerships are with Italian and European companies, ensuring quality and reliability.
The UNI EN ISO 9001:2015 certification confirms the company’s ongoing commitment to maintaining high standards and delivering competitive products.
Applications and international presence
Bernio Elettromeccanica’s gearboxes and gearmotors are used in numerous fields: building automation, pharmaceutical and medical industries, agriculture, logistics and warehousing, renewable energy, food & beverage, packaging, transport, and material handling.
The company also looks beyond national borders, regularly attending international trade fairs such as SPS in Nuremberg, one of the industry’s most prestigious events.
“For the past four years we have been taking part in SPS Germany,” explains Civita, “because it is the benchmark trade fair at a European level. We are also exploring new opportunities in emerging markets such as Turkey.”
Alongside international events, Bernio Elettromeccanica has also strengthened its presence in Italy: in May 2025 the company participated in Ipack-Ima Milan, the country’s leading exhibition for processing and packaging, reinforcing its dialogue with the food & beverage and automation sectors.
A clear mission: transmitting motion
The company’s mission is captured in one sentence: transmitting motion with high-quality Italian products. This goal translates into the ability to listen to customers, understand their needs, and always propose the most suitable solution.
“Quality and service are essential to us,” concludes Civita, “but what truly sets us apart is our ability to create unique products, tailor-made for those who rely on us. That’s what makes the difference.”
