From May 4 to 7, EMEC participated in IFAT Munich 2026, one of the leading international events dedicated to environmental technologies and a major gathering for the water, wastewater, recycling, and circular economy sectors.

Organized in collaboration with its German subsidiary, EMEC’s participation provided a key opportunity to strengthen the company’s presence in one of Europe’s most strategic markets and to meet with customers, partners, and industry professionals from around the world.

The 2026 edition once again confirmed the event’s international significance, welcoming approximately 142,000 visitors from nearly 160 countries and regions and setting a record with 3,400 exhibitors.

At the EMEC booth, visitors were able to explore a selection of our latest solutions for water treatment, dosing, and control. The products on display generated significant interest throughout all four days of the fair, creating numerous opportunities for discussion regarding specific applications, market needs, and future projects.

In addition to showcasing our technologies, IFAT was above all an opportunity to strengthen existing relationships and forge new ones. During the event, the EMEC team met with long-standing customers and partners while also connecting with new potential contacts from various markets.

The event also highlighted the value of collaboration within the EMEC Group. The joint efforts between the Italian headquarters and the German subsidiary—from preparing for the trade show to managing the booth—helped ensure a strong, consistent, and coordinated presence throughout the event.

IFAT Munich is part of EMEC’s broader international trade show program for 2026, designed to bring the company ever closer to its markets, strengthen relationships with customers and distributors, and develop new business opportunities in strategic areas around the world.

With several international events still on the schedule, the Munich experience represents another step forward in a year full of meetings, exchanges, and new opportunities for the entire EMEC team.

From May through August, EMEC experienced a series of busy months marked by new investments, technological innovation, skills development, and moments dedicated to our people. In this second issue of EMEC FLOW 2026, we highlight some of the projects, developments, and experiences that shaped the company over the summer.

From WT Magnetica technology to new production systems, from the solar power system to training, all the way to the new members who have joined the team and the moments shared outside of daily work: a story that paints a picture of a company in constant evolution.

WT Magnetica: configuration and view of the pump assembly.
EMEC’s new WT Magnetica brings to water treatment management a membrane dosing solution driven by an electromagnetic solenoid, designed for applications where control, reliability, and digital integration must coexist within a single system. The design combines proven pulse dosing technology with an advanced electronic interface and connectivity features geared toward modern plant management.

MEMBRANE DOSING • UP TO 3 L/h • UP TO 45 pulses/min

EMEC’s growth starts with its people

At EMEC, we firmly believe that the company’s growth depends first and foremost on the growth of our people. Indeed, it is their skills, curiosity, and willingness to take on new challenges that make the difference, especially in a constantly evolving environment. For this reason, throughout 2026 we have placed special emphasis on training, involving both production staff and office workers in programs designed to develop new skills, deepen their understanding of the company, and prepare us for the challenges of the future.

Get to know the company to feel like you’re part of a project

A 16-hour training program was organized for production staff to familiarize them with EMEC, its history, its products, and the markets in which it operates.

It may seem natural to be familiar with the company you work for, but taking a step back to look at it from a broader perspective can help you discover aspects that often remain in the background in day-to-day life. Understanding where we come from, what we produce, who our customers are, and the markets in which we compete allows us to better appreciate the value of our own contribution.

The training was therefore also an opportunity to connect day-to-day work to the overall result, highlighting how different activities, roles, and skills are all part of a single journey.

From the Individual Process to the Big Picture

During the training sessions, colleagues from the Process Engineering department also presented the company’s production workflow, highlighting the key technological and organizational innovations that are driving—and will continue to drive—EMEC’s evolution.

This is a particularly important opportunity to gain even deeper insight into what happens “behind the scenes” of production and to understand how technology, organization, and expertise must work together. Innovation, in fact, is not just about machinery and processes: it requires people who are capable of understanding it, using it, and helping to improve it.

The HR department has completed the program, which included in-depth sessions on the organization, roles, and contractual matters, thereby providing an even more comprehensive view of the context in which each person works.

New Skills for Everyday Work

A different approach—but one with the same goal—also involved office workers. In this case, the focus was on skills that are becoming increasingly important in everyday professional life, such as time management and the proper and informed use of artificial intelligence.

Managing your time more effectively means learning to distinguish between priorities, organize your tasks, and strike a more effective balance between urgent matters and your goals. Artificial Intelligence, on the other hand, opens up entirely new possibilities: it can be a useful tool to support many activities, but using it requires knowledge, a critical mindset, and responsibility.

It is not, therefore, simply a matter of learning how to use new tools, but of understanding how and when to use them, while always keeping people’s skills and judgment at the center.

Continuing education extends beyond the classroom

The training didn’t stop at classroom activities. To promote continuous learning, EMEC has made available an extensive catalog of online courses, giving everyone the opportunity to independently explore topics and skills of interest.

Overall, participation in the e-learning program was lower than expected, but several modules sparked colleagues’ interest and provided a real opportunity for professional growth.

This result, too, is a starting point. Understanding which methods work best and which content engages people the most allows us to design future programs that are increasingly effective, accessible, and attuned to the real needs of the company’s employees.

Learn Today to Be Ready Tomorrow

For EMEC, training means much more than simply transferring knowledge. It means raising awareness, fostering change, and giving people the tools they need to face the challenges ahead with greater confidence.

It also means creating opportunities for dialogue between different departments and individuals, fostering greater mutual understanding, and strengthening that sense of the bigger picture that allows people to feel part of a shared endeavor.

The world of work is changing rapidly, and with it, technologies, tools, skills, and ways of collaborating are changing as well. In this context, continuing to learn is not just an opportunity—it is one of the prerequisites for evolving together.

Because EMEC’s future is also built this way: through the skills, curiosity, and desire to grow of the people who are part of it every day.

Roberta Bontempo
HR MANAGER

In August 2026, the revamping and repowering project for the EMEC 1 photovoltaic plant was completed.

The project involved modernizing the photovoltaic system installed in 2013 by replacing 182 710 Wp modules and 2 state-of-the-art inverters.

At the same time, a new section of the plant was completed, with the installation of 470 710 Wp modules and 6 inverters.

The new Cate test bench represents a major investment by EMEC to improve the quality of product testing and bring about a significant technological upgrade to its testing equipment. The goal is to make testing increasingly objective, transforming test results into reliable data that is recorded and accessible over time.

EMEC continues to invest in the innovation of its production processes with the introduction of the new Panasonic PTH machine, installed at the EMEC4 plant. This investment stems from the need to increase production capacity, improve the efficiency of electronic board assembly, and keep pace with the growing market demand.

The machine was selected to automate the assembly of electronic components using PTH (Pin Through Hole) technology—that is, components with leads that are inserted into holes in the printed circuit board. This is a critical step in the production of the electronic circuit boards used in EMEC products, requiring precision, reliability, and process consistency.

The PTH will be used for the assembly of electronic boards for EMEC products, including the VMF, HMF, and KPLUS boards, as well as new products that will be gradually introduced. The system was designed to support diversified production, with multiple board part numbers and different configurations, to meet the needs of various products.
The introduction of the new technology will increase the availability of electronic circuit boards, keeping pace with rising demand and improving workload planning and management. Automation will also reduce manual operations and make the production process more efficient and reliable.

The entire process of implementing the new Panasonic PTH was overseen by a task force consisting of Davide Verna, Massimiliano Battisti, Domenico Pitorri, and Andrea Manetta. The team oversaw the various phases of the project, from assessing production needs to selecting the technological solution, through to the installation and commissioning of the system.

Collaboration among the company’s various departments made it possible to address the technical and organizational challenges associated with the introduction of the new machine, facilitating coordination among the departments involved and the fine-tuning of the new production process.

The Panasonic PTH thus represents another step forward in EMEC’s journey of technological innovation. This investment helps strengthen in-house expertise, increase automation, and make production increasingly efficient, with the goal of supporting the company’s growth and ensuring that customers receive reliable, high-quality products.

Davide Verna
Project Manager

On July 3, the entire EMEC team gathered for the 2026 Summer Party, the annual event with which we welcome summer and which coincides with an important date for the company: the day it was founded.

Now in its third year, the summer party for EMEC employees has become a much-anticipated event—an opportunity to get together outside the context of everyday work and, at the same time, to commemorate that July 3, 1982, when it all began.

To welcome the guests, seated in the 200 chairs, an EMEC-branded beach bag containing a glass and a Panama hat: small details that already set the tone for the evening.

The event opened with remarks by President Claudio Ciogli, who traced EMEC’s early history—from its beginnings to the present—and reflected on the progress made over the past 44 years.

On May 22, 2026, the La Foresta Golf Club in Rieti hosted one of the most significant events of the year for the EMEC community: a team-building event that brought together over 200 people, united by a common goal: to reflect on the value of safety through an engaging, participatory learning experience that broke away from traditional formats.

Behind every successful trade show, event, piece of content, or communications project, there is always something that goes beyond mere organization: the ability to build relationships, convey value, and create experiences that leave a lasting impression. This is precisely the common thread running through Chiara’s professional career; for over thirty years, she has been immersed in the world of communication with passion, creativity, and a spirit of initiative.

Her inclination was already evident when she was a child. While many simply played with dolls, she imagined herself anchoring the news or directing a film. Organizing, storytelling, and engaging others: these were activities that were already second nature to her. This natural talent led her to pursue a degree in Communication Sciences in the very first year the program was offered at La Sapienza University in Rome, making her the first graduate of that department. Her educational journey was enriched by encounters with prominent professors such as Oliviero Toscani and Maurizio Costanzo.

At the time, however, the role of a communications professional was still poorly defined. She had to invent the job for herself day by day, gaining experience and building skills on the job. Since then, Chiara has worked in various settings, both in Italy and abroad, developing solid experience in communications and event planning.

One of the aspects she is most passionate about is event management: seeing satisfied participants at the end of an event is, for her, the best confirmation of a job well done. This result stems from her attention to detail, her ability to coordinate complex activities, and her understanding that every event is, first and foremost, an opportunity for people to come together.

The advent of digital technology and, above all, the pandemic have marked a major turning point for the industry. During those years, communication became an essential tool for maintaining relationships and ensuring business continuity. Chiara played a leading role in this transformation, drawing on the skills she had developed over many years of experience.

Today, she is particularly proud to be able to contribute to the growth of EMEC, a company she considers a local leader that operates in a highly valuable sector: water management, a precious resource that is increasingly strategic for the future. For Chiara, this experience also holds personal significance. After working at many different companies, she finally has the opportunity to put her skills to work for the region where she was born and raised.

His contribution to the team certainly stems from his professional experience, but also from a strong desire to grow alongside the company. He enjoys interacting with colleagues who have technical skills different from his own, as he views every collaboration as an opportunity for mutual enrichment. Teamwork, sharing ideas, and achieving common goals are elements he considers essential to the success of any organization.

Outside the office, she pursues passions that reveal a lot about her character. Photography holds a special place in her life: she was among the first professional photographers in Italy to conduct birth photography sessions right in the delivery room, transforming once-in-a-lifetime moments into memories to cherish forever. She also loves to travel and spend quality time with her daughters, who are the center of her world.

And if she could choose a superpower? She has no doubts: teleportation. It’s the perfect tool for someone like her, who thrives on organization and coordination. It would allow her to oversee the setup of a trade show in Amsterdam, check on the preparation of materials for an event in Rieti just a few minutes later, and perhaps end the day with dinner with one of her daughters. After all, this answer also says a lot about Chiara: her desire to be present, to forge connections, and to always put people at the center of everything she does.

Roberta Bontempo
HR Manager