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Depureco

Post-ProcessingItalyFounded 1972· One of 132 Post-Processing companies tracked by AMPulse

Italian industrial vacuum systems manufacturer providing cleaning and dust extraction solutions for pharmaceutical, chemical, food, packaging, foundry, and metallurgical applications.

CEO / Founder
Marco Devincentis
Team Size
51-200
Stage
Active
Total Funding
$7.7M
Key Investors
Coral Group (parent company)

Technology & Products

Key Products

M100 Additive Manufacturing (vacuum for conductive metal dust); Ecobull M Z2-22 Additive Manufacturing (extraction of reactive dust); Inertization Systems (direct immersion of powder in inert liquid/oil baths); ATEX and ACD Certified Vacuum Cleaners (Zones 21 and 22); RAM Series (Sump vacuums for oil and chip recovery); Centralized Vacuum Systems; Single-phase and Three-phase Wet & Dry Industrial Vacuums; Welding Fume Extractors and Dust Collectors; Pneumatic Industrial Vacuums

Technological Advantage

Advanced inertization systems that use a submerged nozzle to immediately immerse vacuumed conductive powders in an oil bath, combined with ATEX/IIIC certification for explosive dusts and high-surface-area H13 HEPA filtration (up to 35,000 cm²).

Differentiation

Value Proposition

Depureco specializes in high-performance, ATEX-certified industrial vacuum solutions designed for safety, reliability, and efficiency in hazardous environments. For the additive manufacturing industry, they provide specialized systems for the safe recovery and recycling of metal and polymer powders, as well as advanced inertization technology to neutralize reactive dust and prevent explosions during post-processing.

How They Differentiate

Depureco differentiates through its 'Made in Italy' manufacturing quality and an industry-leading warranty of up to 3 years. They focus on creating a 'closed-loop, explosion-proof ecosystem' by designing vacuums that integrate directly into the rear of depowdering and post-processing stations, ensuring a seamless and sealed workflow for reactive materials.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

Industrial sectors including pharmaceutical, chemical, food, packaging, foundry, and metallurgical.

Industry Verticals

Pharmaceutical; Chemical; Food; Packaging; Foundry; Metallurgical

Competitors

Ruwac Industriesauger GmbH; Delfin Industrial Vacuums; Tiger-Vac International Inc.

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

0: Estimated annual revenue: Approximately $2.4M to $7.7M for the Depureco Industrial Vacuums S.r.l. entity.. 1: Employee count: 51-200 employees.. 2: Product portfolio: Over 120 distinct products organized into 11 specialized families.. 3: Market reach: Products distributed in more than 60 countries worldwide.. 4: Certifications: ISO 9001:2015 quality management; ATEX certifications for zones 1, 2, 21, and 22; and NFPA compliance for specific ranges.

Major Milestones

1972: Founded in Volpiano (Turin), Italy, as a manufacturer of industrial vacuum systems.; 2015: Became part of a major international group specializing in ventilation and vacuum systems with a combined turnover of approximately €150M/year.; 2020-2021: Significant expansion of the product range, including the launch of the DV-AIR family for centralized ventilation and the XM TORCH 20 for welding fumes.; 2023: Recognized as a key supplier in the additive manufacturing ecosystem, featured in the Formnext AM Directory and EMO Hannover.; June 2024: Launched a new unified catalog for high-performance industrial vacuums, consolidating single-phase and three-phase high-power units.; Established direct international branches in the United States (San Marcos, Texas), the Netherlands, and Romania to support a global dealer network.

Notable Customers

HP; Siemens; Ducati; Volkswagen; Ferrero; Brembo; Unilever; Avio; Fuchs; Vestas; FCA (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles); Electrolux; Indesit; Alenia

https://www.depureco.com

Why this company matters

Depureco Industrial Vacuums S.r.l. occupies a specialized niche in the additive manufacturing post-processing chain: safe handling of reactive and explosive metal powders such as titanium and aluminum. While many industrial vacuum makers serve general cleaning needs, Depureco focuses on creating a closed-loop, explosion-proof ecosystem that integrates directly into depowdering and post-processing stations. Its systems are designed to neutralize the risk of dust explosions during powder recovery, a critical safety gap in metal AM workflows.

The company's core technology centers on inertization systems that immerse vacuumed conductive powders directly into an oil bath via a submerged nozzle, preventing oxidation and combustion. Its product line includes the M100 Additive Manufacturing vacuum for conductive metal dust, the Ecobull M Z2-22 for reactive dust extraction, and ATEX-certified units rated for Zones 21 and 22. Filtration relies on high-surface-area H13 HEPA filters up to 35,000 cm². Patented quick-release and bin connection systems enable tool-free container changes, streamlining workflow in powder handling.

Depureco serves pharmaceutical, chemical, food, packaging, foundry, and metallurgical industries, with named customers including HP, Siemens, Ducati, Volkswagen, Ferrero, Brembo, and Vestas. The company distributes over 120 products across 11 families in more than 60 countries, supported by subsidiaries in the United States, the Netherlands, and Romania. Parent company Coral Group, an air filtration leader, provides financial backing and operational scale.

Competitive differentiation rests on 'Made in Italy' manufacturing quality, a warranty of up to three years, and deep integration with AM post-processing equipment. Known competitors include Ruwac Industriesauger, Delfin Industrial Vacuums, and Tiger-Vac International. The open question is whether Depureco can maintain its safety-first positioning as metal AM scales and powder-handling standards commoditize, or whether larger automation integrators will absorb this niche into broader post-processing platforms.