The company
About us
For nearly 50 years, CNI Group has been active in the field of industrial automation for machinery and plants, developing customized software and hardware solutions for clients across various industrial sectors (wood, glass, marble, plastics, footwear, metallurgy, agri-food, and packaging).
Its technical know-how and commitment to continuous research and innovation in providing cutting-edge solutions and technologies have positioned CNI Group as a forerunner in Industry 4.0, long before it was recognized as the fourth industrial revolution.
CNI Group’s consistent focus on client needs translates into a genuine partnership, with a team of highly qualified and specialized technicians ensuring technical support throughout all development stages (consultation during machine design, assistance during testing, post-sales support, and training for technical personnel) that is both continuous and efficient.
The philosophy of CNI Group is centered on meeting the specific needs of its clients, transforming them into competitive advantages in their target markets. Leveraging in-depth knowledge of the challenges faced in various markets by leading machinery manufacturers and plant operators, CNI Group develops and produces its own automation solutions and products. The main headquarters of CNI Group is located in Alfonsine (RA), Italy, at a company-owned facility with over 2,000 square meters of offices and laboratories.
Our history
CNi Is Born
In 1976, EAI S.a.s was founded, later evolving into CNI – Controlli Numerici Industriali S.r.l. (now CNI Engineering), which designed the first electronic equipment for machine automation, revolutionizing fixed-logic, non-programmable wired technology.
New Numerical Control technology
The company presents its first numerical control system for line drilling machines at the Interbimall International Fair in Milan.
CNi Informatica is born
With the advent of personal computers in 1987, CNI Informatica was founded as one of the first companies to apply PCs in industrial environments, for controlling production lines and automatically generating work programs for operating machines.
Musa is born
In 1997, MUSA was established with the goal of monitoring product quality and in-line processing using optical instruments (cameras, lasers) to avoid interfering with production processes. Staying far ahead of market trends, the company developed and patented new sensors and techniques for evaluation and selection in the agri-food sector and other industries, such as the wood sector.
CNi ENGINEERING is born
In 2001, the BIESSE group acquired the business division of CNI responsible for developing and producing numerical controls for its drilling and milling machines, with the transfer carried out in full cooperation. In 2006, the CNI group reintegrated this business division as CNI ENGINEERING S.r.l., renewing its excellent collaboration with this prominent Italian group, which continues to this day.
Quality Station ( patent )
Six years of research and development led to the creation of this portable instrument capable of measuring the sugar content (Brix) of fruit using non-invasive techniques (NIR spectroscopy). Protected by a patent, this product showcases CNI Group’s leadership in pioneering innovative products on a global scale.
Inspection bench WOOD SCAN ( patent )
Measurement bank for the certification of dimensional quality and machining of panel milling in the furniture industry.
RICIPLA Project
Investment in new technologies in the field of plastic waste selection and others begins. CNI is convinced that the new waste recycling sector will bring many interesting opportunities. The project will receive a regional contribution for its high innovative content
CNi Automation is born
Innovative startup dedicated to the development of technical solutions for automation, with a strong component of innovation.
The CNi Group
…has 80% of its staff dedicated to Research and Development. The proprietary Know-How allows CNI to develop increasingly important applications for its clients in the field of automation dedicated to machines and plants in many industrial sectors and to support them in their sales with an organization divided into Business Units both for projects and for production and technical support and assistance services.”