Latest Italian Construction Equipment to be Displayed at 2008 CONEXPO-CON/AGG Show

(Atlanta, GA – January 15, 2008)

The very latest Italian off-road construction machinery, components and attachments will be on display at the Italian Pavilion at the 2008 CONEXPO-CON/AGG Show in Las Vegas, March 11-15, 2008. The Italian Pavilion will be located in the Central Hall of the Convention Center, booths C7100/C7001.
           
The Italian Trade Commission will host the Pavilion where visitors will get a first-hand look at some of the most innovative Italian construction machinery. Manufacturers’ representatives will demonstrate the advanced technology and unique advantages of Italian equipment. Visitors will learn about machines designed for the construction, earthmoving, road building, waste handling and demolition industries from the following manufacturers: Acerbis Italia Spa, Italpunte Srl, Carmix Srl, Promove Srl, Fiori Spa, SIP & T Spa, Heila - Italmec, and Socomec Spa. Visitors will also be able to get information on leading Italian equipment companies that are actively exploring distributor and OEM business partnerships in North America.
           
Italy is a leading manufacturer and exporter of construction equipment serving markets in over 100 countries worldwide. The United States is the most important market for Italian construction machinery outside of Europe. In 2006, U.S. imports of Italian construction machinery (including attachments and component parts) totaled approximately $744 million. Italy is the 5th largest foreign supplier and, during the first seven months of 2007, exported $355 million worth of construction machinery and components to the United States. Italian equipment is known for innovation, precision engineering, and endurance under rigorous work conditions.
           
The Italian Trade Commission, in conjunction with COMAMOTER and UCoMESA, is organizing the participation of the Italian companies in this event. COMAMOTER is the Italian earthmoving machinery manufacturers’ association. UCoMESA represents other companies in the construction equipment industry, such as manufacturers of building, road, quarry, and pre-cast machinery.
           
To learn more about Italian construction equipment manufacturers, please contact the Italian Trade Commission at (404) 525-0660 or visit www.ItalianConEquip.com.

Fluid Power in Progress - Italian Fluid Power Manufacturers to Exhibit at Italian Pavilion at IFPE 2008 (South Hall, S-14445)

(Atlanta, GA – January 15, 2008)

ASSOFLUID, the Italian Association of Manufacturing and Trading Companies in Fluid Power Equipment and Components - will sponsor the Italian Pavilion at IFPE where nine member companies will present "Made in Italy" fluid power equipment and components. The companies include:
- C.matic S.r.l. (S-14538)
- Elettrotec S.r.l. (S-14345)
- Hydronit S.r.l. (S-14343)
- Mini Press S.r.l. (S-14544)
- OMT S.p.A. (S-14439)
- OP S.r.l. (S-14339)
- Ronzio Oleodinamica S.p.A. (S-14442)
- Raccordtubi S.r.l. (S-14444)
- VEBA group S.p.A. (S-14542)

This will be a great opportunity to see innovations and new technologies developed by the Italian fluid power industry and to establish new business relationships with leading Italian companies involved in fluid power.

Since it was founded in 1968, ASSOFLUID has grown significantly; from 13 founding members to the present membership of 182 companies. These companies represent 70% of the Italian market and employ more than 14,000 people. The Association's principle objectives are to coordinate, protect, and promote technical and economic interests in the fluid power field.

ASSOFLUID members are leaders in the industry and currently export their products around the world more than ever before. The export share as a percentage of total production is about 60% for hydraulics and 50% for pneumatics.

With more than 2.4 billion Euro in sales in 2007 (1.7 billion Euro for hydraulics, 0.7 billion Euro for pneumatics), Italy represents 19% of the European market and 7.5% of the international market and is the fifth largest manufacturing country in the world.

To promote its members, the Association publishes the ASSOFLUID Directory, a thorough and complete listing of leading Italian fluid power manufacturers. ASSOFLUID representatives will be available at the Italian Pavilion to answer any questions you may have and make all necessary introductions.

ASSOFLUID
Via Moscova, 46/5
20121 Milano - Italy
Tel. +39-02 29010411
Fax +39-02 6570266
e-mail: assofluid@assofluid.it
www.assofluid.it