MEC SRL

MEC SRL: A World Leader in Stone Splitting, Cutting and Crushing Machinery for 30 Years

MEC SRL is an Italian company headquartered in Scurelle, in the province of Trento, specializing in the design and manufacture of stone processing machinery for splitting, cutting, and crushing natural stone and concrete. Founded in 1996 by Giuseppe Nicoletti, the company builds on his earlier experience as director of production in Switzerland and his return to Italy in 1981 to start a spin-off for precision hydraulic assemblies. Recognizing the potential of an underdeveloped market—stone processing machinery—Nicoletti pivoted the business to found MEC with his sons. Today, MEC operates in more than 70 countries worldwide, offering a wide range of machines and plants, with a ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certified quality management system. The company holds the Marmo Macchine Mark for Made in Italy machines and has been recognized by the Italian Institute of Welding (IIS).

MEC at Stone+tec Nuremberg 2026: Presenting Stone Splitting Innovation to European Industry

Stone+tec Nuremberg, the international trade fair and congress for natural stone and stone processing, provides MEC with a strategic platform to present its range of stone splitting, cutting, and crushing machinery to stone fabricators, quarries, and construction material producers. Located in Hall 12, Stand B01, MEC will showcase its core products including the patented Fast inline diamond disc cutting machine, the TESMO series (splitting widths up to 3 metres), and split testing services. The company’s three-step customer process—listening, custom plant design, and ongoing remote support via smartglasses—reflects a service-oriented approach to capital equipment sales.

Core Competence: World Leader in Stone Splitting Technology

MEC has established itself as a world leader in the stone splitting field. The company’s splitting machines are designed for both natural stone (granite, sandstone, limestone, marble) and concrete products (paving slabs, parapets, palisades). Key splitting capabilities include:

Precision splitting: Hydraulic splitting systems producing consistent dimensions for paving, cladding, and wall veneer products

Large-format splitting: The TESMO series (installed from 2021) offers splitting widths up to 3 metres for oversized stone elements

Split testing service: Before purchase, MEC conducts split tests with customer materials, allowing buyers to verify result quality and dimensional accuracy before committing to equipment investment

Split-face products: Specialized machinery for producing textural split-face stone for architectural applications

Product Portfolio: Splitting, Cutting, and Crushing Solutions

MEC’s product range spans multiple processing technologies across natural stone and concrete applications:

Stone Splitting Machines: Hydraulic splitters for dimensional stone production, paving, wall veneer, and landscape products. The company’s core specialization and market leadership area.

Cutting Machines: Including the patented Fast model (2018 patent), an inline diamond disc cutting machine for precision sizing of split materials

Crushing Plants: Machinery for processing stone waste and producing aggregates for construction applications

Custom Processing Plants: Complete lines designed to customer specifications for prefabricated stone production, recycling operations, and industrial stone processing

Machinery is available for both natural stone and concrete, serving quarries, stone fabricators, prefabricated building component manufacturers, and recycling operations.

Global Success Stories: From Austria to Australia to North America

MEC has documented case studies across four continents demonstrating equipment reliability and process effectiveness:

Zanette (Italy): Tailor-made challenge for recycling prefabricated buildings, combining innovation and sustainability in stone waste processing

Kammerer (Austria): Granite company operating modern, efficient processing plant with MEC splitting technology for large split-face products

Capricorn Sandstone Quarries (Australia): One of the largest suppliers of Australian dimension sandstone for commercial, export, and residential projects

Ontario Stone Veneers (Canada): High-quality natural stone veneer production for wall covering

Farbstein Group (Russia): Concrete products including paving slabs, parapets, and palisades

Schenatti Srl (Italy): Century-old company using MEC machines for dry stone wall construction

Kasota Stone (USA): Quarrying and distributing limestone, granite, and marble across the United States

Three-Step Customer Process: Listen, Design, Support

MEC structures its customer engagement around a methodical three-step process:

Step 1: Your idea is born with our experience. The company begins by listening to customer ideas and needs, applying 30 years of experience and acquired expertise. Split tests with customer material allow verification of results before purchase.

Step 2: Inspired by tradition. Designed for the future. MEC designs custom plants piece by piece based on careful research and technological innovation, including Industry 4.0 plan compliance. After delivery, MEC power is at customer service.

Step 3: We are always there for you. After delivery, MEC provides commissioning support at customer facilities, remote assistance using cutting-edge technology (smartglasses), video tutorials, and maintenance plans. The goal is to teach customers how to maximize their installation’s potential.

Technical Innovation: Industry 4.0, Smartglasses Remote Support, and Patented Fast Cutter

MEC has invested significantly in technological innovation. Key innovations include:

Industry 4.0 plan compliance: MEC machines are designed to integrate with digital factory systems, enabling data collection, predictive maintenance, and production optimisation

Smartglasses remote assistance: MEC technicians can see what customers see in real-time, providing remote guidance for troubleshooting, maintenance, and operational optimization—reducing travel costs and downtime

Patented Fast cutting machine (2018): Inline diamond disc cutting technology for precision sizing of split materials, increasing throughput while maintaining accuracy

Video tutorial library: Accompanying each machine installation, providing ongoing operator training and reference

The company has also invested in digital infrastructure integration, receiving co-financing from the ERDF Operational Programme 2014-2020 of the Autonomous Province of Trento for software implementation linking production machines with an innovative information system.

Certifications and Quality Recognition

MEC holds multiple certifications and quality recognitions:

ISO 9001: Quality management certification (obtained 2003), ensuring consistent business process and production standards

ISO 45001: Occupational health and safety management, demonstrating commitment to worker well-being

Marmo Macchine Mark: Recognition for Made in Italy machines in the stone sector, verifying Italian design and manufacturing provenance

IIS Recognition: Verified by the Italian Institute of Welding (Istituto Italiano di Saldatura)

IMPRESA-SCUOLA 2025 Trademark: Issued by ENAIP Trentino, recognizing commitment to youth training and collaboration with schools through company tutors

MEC carries out all production stages in-house using high-tech machinery and equipment, maintaining quality control throughout the manufacturing process.

Target Markets: Quarries, Stone Fabricators, Concrete Producers, and Recycling Operations

MEC serves multiple segments within the stone and construction materials industry:

Dimension stone quarries: Splitting raw blocks into marketable sizes and split-face products

Stone fabricators and veneer producers: Precision splitting for wall veneer, paving, and landscape products

Prefabricated concrete manufacturers: Splitting concrete elements for paving, retaining walls, and architectural features

Recycling operations: Crushing and processing stone waste and demolition concrete into aggregate and reusable materials

Natural stone producers: Granite, sandstone, limestone, marble processors seeking splitting, cutting, and sizing equipment

MEC is present in more than 70 countries worldwide, with a network capable of reaching every part of the globe for service and support.

At its Stone+tec booth (Hall 12, Stand B01), MEC will demonstrate stone splitting and cutting capabilities, discuss custom plant solutions, and showcase remote support technology. The exhibit is designed for technical dialogue with quarry managers, stone fabricators, and concrete producers seeking reliable, certified, innovation-driven processing equipment. All formal business inquiries are directed through the company’s established B2B channels.

Professional Resources and Further Information

For strategic context on the fair’s role in the natural stone industry, review the Stone+tec Nuremberg Trade Fair Overview.
To explore the complete MEC machine range, split testing service, and global case studies, visit the official MEC website.

Frequently Discussed Topics Regarding MEC SRL

• What is MEC’s core business and market position?
  MEC is a world leader in stone splitting machinery for natural stone and concrete, operating in over 70 countries. The company also manufactures cutting and crushing equipment and custom processing plants.
• What is the company’s history?
  Founded in 1996 by Giuseppe Nicoletti, who previously ran a precision hydraulic assembly spin-off following his return to Italy from Switzerland in 1981. The company moved to its Scurelle plant in 2002.
• What are MEC’s key products?
  Stone splitting machines (including TESMO series up to 3m width), cutting machines (patented Fast diamond disc cutter, 2018), crushing plants, and custom processing lines for natural stone and concrete.
• What is the three-step customer process?
  Listen (idea assessment + split testing), Design (custom plant design + Industry 4.0 integration), Support (commissioning + smartglasses remote assistance + video tutorials + maintenance plans).
• What technical innovations does MEC offer?
  Industry 4.0 compliance, smartglasses remote support for troubleshooting, patented Fast cutting machine (2018), and video tutorial libraries accompanying each machine.
• What certifications does MEC hold?
  ISO 9001, ISO 45001, Marmo Macchine Mark (Made in Italy machines), IIS (Italian Institute of Welding) recognition, and IMPRESA-SCUOLA 2025 trademark for youth training commitment.
• Why is Stone+tec a strategic platform for MEC?
  Stone+tec is Europe’s leading technical trade fair for natural stone and stone processing, attracting exactly the quarries, fabricators, and concrete producers who are MEC’s target customers for splitting and cutting equipment.
• How can a stone fabricator inquire about MEC equipment?
  Professional equipment inquiries should be directed through the official B2B channels on the MEC website or by connecting with the technical sales team at Stone+tec 2026 (Hall 12, Stand B01).