Benetti Macchine

Benetti Macchine Spa, established in 1926 in Carrara—renowned as the heart of the global stone industry—has evolved to specialize in machinery and equipment for extracting and processing marble, granite, and ornamental stones.

The company’s journey began with Amos Benetti trading tools and accessories for local marble quarries in Carrara. This continued through the post-war era until his son, Enrico, who had joined the business, began exploring the potential of early wire cutting machines.

By the 1970s, Benetti Macchine shifted its focus to developing wire machines for quarries and started expanding internationally. The strategic location in Carrara, home to the historic Apuan marble basin, has been a significant advantage, offering unparalleled industry knowledge and expertise crucial for a manufacturer in the marble extraction sector.

In the 1970s, Benetti Macchine moved into producing wire machines and, by the early 1990s, broadened its offerings to include belt and chain sawing machines that enhanced quarry productivity and safety. The 1980s saw the founding of Bendiam, a subsidiary dedicated to diamond tools such as wires and belts, ensuring comprehensive support for customers worldwide. The company remains deeply family-oriented, with Enrico Benetti later joined by his brother Aldo, son Federico, and nephew Maurizio Martinelli, continuing the legac