On Thursday, October 8, 2026, Aermec North America held the groundbreaking ceremony for its new manufacturing facility in DeKalb, Illinois.
State and local leaders joined the ceremony, including Manny Lopez of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, State Senator Sue Rezin, State Representatives Jeff Keicher and Amy “Murri” Briel, DeKalb City Manager Dr. Bill Nicklas and Alderman Andre Powell. Also in attendance were Melissa Amedeo, Executive Director of the DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation, and education partners Northern Illinois University and Kishwaukee College.
In his speech, Luca Martini, Managing Director of Aermec North America, thanked the Riello family for their vision and commitment to investing in the United States, and paid tribute to founder Giordano Riello, whose 100th birthday and the 65th anniversary of Aermec’s founding will be celebrated during the year 2026.
Having served customers in the United States and Canada for more than 20 years, Aermec is taking a decisive step forward: a local manufacturing presence will bring the company closer to its customers, shorten lead times and strengthen service and aftermarket support. The new facility will combine Italian engineering, American manufacturing and local talent, with a strong focus on heat pump technology and on tailoring solutions to each customer’s needs.