Ridix
Italian distributor of industrial machinery, metalworking tools, and additive manufacturing equipment from leading European manufacturers, serving aerospace, automotive, medical, and precision engineering sectors across Italy.
- CEO / Founder
- Fabrizio Mangione
- Team Size
- 51-200
- Stage
- Active
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
Additive Manufacturing Equipment (Axtra3D Lumia X1 - polymer HPS, Concept Laser TruPrint 1000-G06 - metal LPBF, Voxilijet RP machines); CNC Milling Machines (Röders high-speed 3-5 axis systems); Industrial Lubrificants & Oils (Blaser Swisslube - exclusive Italian representation since 1989); Carbide Tools & Tooling Solutions; Standard Parts for Molds; Rotating Joints & Precision Connectors; LIQUIDTOOL Automated Coolant Management System; Technical Support & Maintenance Programs
Technological Advantage
Regional monopoly on Blaser Swisslube (35+ years exclusive Italian representation); established relationships with Concept Laser, Voxilijet, and emerging AM leaders (Axtra3D partnership 2024); technical depth in both traditional metalworking and emerging AM workflows enabling integrated manufacturing consulting.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Single-source access to best-in-class European AM, CNC milling, tooling, and lubrication solutions with nationwide technical support, maintenance, and consulting services; 50+ years of proven partner relationships and local market expertise.
How They Differentiate
Integrated bundling of AM + CNC + fluids + tooling (not pure AM); 50-year brand heritage and local market knowledge; exclusive Blaser Swisslube representation provides recurring lubrication revenue; dedicated technical support and on-site maintenance services; nationwide sales coverage and consulting expertise spanning both traditional and additive workflows.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers, aerospace suppliers, automotive OEMs, medical device companies, precision engineering workshops in Italy
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Automotive; Medical Devices; Metalworking; Precision Mechanics; Manufacturing
Competitors
Other Italian/EU industrial machinery distributors (general market); Direct-to-end-user AM OEMs (Axtra3D, Concept Laser direct sales); Regional CNC and tooling suppliers
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
50+ years of continuous operation (founded 1969); $15M annual revenue (RocketReach); 70-200 employees; nationwide distribution network across Italy; recent expansion into polymer AM market through Axtra3D partnership (2024).
Major Milestones
1969 - Founded as precision machinery distributor; 1989 - Began exclusive Italian representation of Blaser Swisslube (35+ years tenure); 2024 - Established partnership with Axtra3D for Lumia X1 polymer 3D printer distribution
Notable Customers
Timec Srl (LIQUIDTOOL installation - 10 systems); Aviotecnica (LIQUIDTOOL adoption)