Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Vicenza, Italy, PIGO Srl has established itself as a global leader in the design and manufacturing of freezing, freeze-drying, and fruit & vegetable processing technologies. With decades of engineering excellence, PIGO caters to the food processing industry by delivering innovative, energy-efficient, and highly customized equipment.
Core Business
PIGO Srl specializes in manufacturing industrial equipment for the food industry, including freezing tunnels, freeze dryers, continuous belt dryers, and complete processing lines for fruits and vegetables. The company is renowned for its superior fluidization technology and precision engineering.
Product and Service Offerings
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Freezing Equipment:
- Easy Freeze Fluidized Bed Freezers: Optimal for IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) production of fruits, vegetables, seafood, and small food products.
- Easy Freeze Spyro Spiral Freezers: Compact design with high capacity and energy efficiency for medium to large-scale operations.
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Freeze Dryers:
- Industrial lyophilization systems suitable for fruits, vegetables, meat, seafood, and other perishable foods ensuring premium quality preservation.
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Drying Equipment:
- Continuous Multistage Belt Adiabatic Dryers: Designed for gentle, efficient dehydration of fruits, vegetables, and herbs while preserving color, texture, and nutrients.
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Fruit & Vegetable Processing Lines:
- Complete turnkey lines including washing, grading, peeling, blanching, and cutting systems.
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Pitting Machines:
- PG 103 Automatic Pitting Machine: High-precision machine for pitting cherries, olives, and other fruits with minimal waste and maximum yield.
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Conveyors and Additional Equipment:
- Belt conveyors, vibratory feeders, elevators, peeling machines, deaeration systems, and sorting machines enhancing production automation.
Specialization and Core USP
PIGO Srl’s major strength lies in its cutting-edge fluidization technology that achieves perfect IQF products with minimal clumping and excellent quality retention. Their freezers and dryers are modular, scalable, and energy-optimized, allowing customers to reduce operational costs significantly. Additionally, the PG 103 Pitting Machine is globally recognized for its exceptional precision and throughput, making PIGO a preferred partner for high-capacity fruit processors.
Financial Strength
According to industry reports, PIGO Srl operates with an estimated annual revenue of approximately €15 million to €20 million, with a strong emphasis on international exports. About 80% of PIGO's revenue comes from overseas markets, demonstrating its solid reputation across Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia.
Shipment Data
Based on available trade data:
- Annual international shipments: Approximately 100 - 120 industrial machines and processing lines
- Top export destinations: United States, Canada, Germany, France, Australia
- Total export value (2024): Estimated at €16 million
(Data reference: ImportYeti, TradeAtlas)
Target Market
PIGO Srl primarily serves:
- Frozen food producers (vegetables, fruits, seafood)
- Fruit and vegetable processors
- Food preservation and packaging companies
- Contract manufacturers and specialty food producers
Capabilities
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Turnkey Project Execution:
End-to-end solutions from machine design, manufacturing, installation, to post-installation training and maintenance.
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Customization:
Tailor-made machinery and line configurations for customer-specific products and capacities.
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R&D Innovation:
Focused development in energy-efficient drying and freezing solutions ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance.
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Global Support Network:
Dedicated service teams providing on-site maintenance, remote troubleshooting, spare parts, and upgrades worldwide.
Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified Quality Management System
- CE Certified Machinery for compliance with European safety standards
- Equipment designed and manufactured according to HACCP and FDA food safety guidelines
Customer Testimonials
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"PIGO’s Easy Freeze Freezer has transformed our frozen fruit production line, delivering consistent IQF quality and reducing our operational costs by 20%." – Production Manager, Leading European Frozen Foods Manufacturer (Testimonial sourced from LinkedIn)
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"The PG 103 Pitting Machine has streamlined our cherry processing operations, achieving near-zero pit retention and exceptional throughput." – CEO, Fruit Processing Company (Feedback cited from PIGO case studies)
Major Achievements
- Successfully installed over 1,000 machines in more than 50 countries globally.
- Recognized as a Top Freezing Technology Innovator at Anuga FoodTec 2023.
- Launched a next-generation Easy Freeze Spyro model with 15% greater energy efficiency in 2024.
- Maintains over 95% customer retention rate, reflecting high product reliability and after-sales service excellence.
- Continuous investment in eco-friendly and sustainable food processing technologies, supporting the global food industry’s green initiatives.
