60 years ago, it all started with an idea...

60 years ago, it all started with an idea...

1965 - The Birth of FAAC

In Bologna, Italy, an entrepreneur named Giuseppe Manini innovates the very first automatic gate system, by applying hydraulic technology - FAAC Technologies is born.

1980s - Growth Across Europe

In 1979, Our first foreign subsidiary: FAAC AG (Switzerland) was established. Two years later, FAAC France was founded.

Momentum was building across Europe and in 1983, FAAC embraced a major technological breakthrough: the introduction of microprocessor-based printed circuit boards.

This shift marked a new beginning. Our systems gained advanced, previously unexplored features, opening the door to smarter and more flexible automation.

With this, FAACs global presence accelerated with the opening of FAAC GmbH, FAAC UK and FAAC International, Inc.

1990s - Building the Future

The 1990s marked a turning point in FAAC’s journey. The Group strengthened its position in the European automation market, welcoming Genius and Voltec to the family, expanding the offering in residential and industrial automation, access control and shutter systems.

In 1993, we patented Self Learning Hopping (SLH), a breakthrough in transmitter technology that redefined both security and user experience.

2000s - Global Integration

Between 2000 and 2019, 𝗙𝗔𝗔𝗖 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 transformed from a European industrial company to a truly 𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽, through a series of strategic acquisitions:

• ALTRON – Tubular Motors (Curtains & Shutters)
• DAAB (Sweden) - Industrial Gate Automation
• The creation of HUB Parking Technology

As well as:

Clemsa, Magnetic Autocontrol GmbH, Indústrias Rossi, Centurion Systems, Wolpac Latam
Viking Access Systems

Our global footprint also expanded with the opening of new subsidiaries in key regions:

FAAC Technologies Australia (2007) , FAAC Middle East (2008)

Each new company brought with it local knowledge, talent, and perspective, enriching the Group’s DNA.

2020/21 - A New Era Begins

At a pivotal moment in our 60-year journey, we expanded our presence, investing in the automatic pedestrian doors and parking businesses to shape future cities.

During this period, we welcomed into our Group:

FAAC Entrance Solutions France ,FAAC Entrance Solutions UK, FAAC Technologies Austria, FAAC Technologies Nederland, Cometa SpA, TIBA Parking

This year, we celebrate a milestone built on people, progress, and passion.

Here's to 60 years of innovation - and to the future we continue to build, together.