Company
Aermec embodies international excellence in comfort and sustainable innovation.
Founded in 1961 by Giordano Riello with a view to ensuring well-being and comfort in every environment where people live and work, Aermec has evolved from a local company to an international point of reference in the world of air conditioning, and today operates in over 140 countries. Thanks to its ongoing investment in research and the development of’cutting-edge technologies, the company offers a range that exceeds 10,000 product configurations, with the capacity to respond flexibly to all market requirements, from small residential plants to complex applications dedicated to services, industry and hospitality.
The company’s philosophy combines technical excellence with a strong focus on sustainability and ethics, promoting energy savings, the use of renewable sources and the protection of health through solutions designed to improve quality of life.
Solutions for every climate
Experience and versatility of application
Aermec is continuously evolving in order to respond flexibly to diverse markets in over 140 countries. Aermec products ensure well-being in residential and commercial buildings, data processing centres, healthcare facilities, industrial sites and service-dedicated companies, as well as in major infrastructures such as airports and subways, museums and historic buildings, with applications tailored to solve the most complex design challenges.
Continuous innovation at the service of the customer
Research and overall quality drive every activity, supported by constant investment in flexible robotics and digital technologies. Aermec focuses on innovation: from cutting-edge laboratories to total traceability, guaranteed by ERP systems.
Each solution is inspired by listening to the real needs of customers and is based on advanced simulation tools – the result of a deep-rooted technical culture and partnerships with leading universities.
A comprehensive, configurable offer
A versatile range with more than 10,000 product configurations, with cooling capacities from 3 to 2300 kW. From residential air conditioning units to complex systems, every solution is designed to maximise efficiency and sustainability.
Aermec’s product offering includes chillers, heat pumps, fan coils, air handling units, VRF and rooftop systems, which can be integrated into complete solutions to simplify management and optimise energy performance.
A strong global network
Aermec is present in the global market through its 10 foreign subsidiaries, as well as a network of more than 70 exclusive international distributors. In Italy, the sales network boasts a widespread presence, thanks to 52 sales agencies and 81 authorised technical support centres.
This enables Aermec to offer qualified technical advice and quick and efficient after-sales support.
Leadership in numbers
Aermec has established itself as one of the world’s leading players in the HVAC sector, with almost 1,000 employees and a total area of about 220,000 m2
History
1961
Giordano Riello establishes Riello Condizionatori SAS in Bevilacqua – now Aermec SpA – initially producing products on behalf of third parties.
The story begins.
1963
The Aermec brand is officially born, with the production of window air conditioners for the Italian and European markets, and a new distribution network is built in Italy.
1970s
Aermec launches production of small water chillers and fan coils.
1980s
Medium-power chillers arrive. Aermec expands its offering, beginning production of water chillers of up to 150 kW, as well as air treatment plants.
1990s
The ISO 9001 corporate quality certification is obtained by the company.
Production of large chillers with up to 2.3 MW of power begins.
1998
The company is born: from 1 January, it officially bears the name Aermec S.p.A
1999
Aermec Sas is founded in France.
2002
OMNIA is launched on the market – a new generation of fan coils for the residential sector, a result of the collaboration with the designer Giugiaro.
2003
Aermec enters the North American market.
Aermec UK is acquired.
2004
Aermec revolutionises the production of fan coils with a newly-conceived robotic line boasting advanced logistics, ensuring high productivity and high quality.
Aermec changes its production philosophy, with the introduction of lean production.
2006
Aermec introduces integrated design, moving from standard products to custom solutions to meet specific customer requests.
2011
Aermec celebrates 50 years of activity. The company has always been focused on interpreting and anticipating market needs.
2012
Aermec Polska is founded in Poland.
2013
The company’s commitment to the environment is enshrined in the achievement of ISO14001 certification.
2015
The current testing chamber is inaugurated, one of the largest in Europe, housing units of up to 2MW of power, also accredited to perform tests on machines selected by Eurovent for certification up to 1500kW of power.
2017
Aermec Deutschland is acquired.
2018
Aermec South America is founded with headquarters in Chile.
2021
Aermec turns 60. This year, unfortunately dominated by the Covid 19 pandemic, coincides with the 60th anniversary of the birth of Aermec.
The company opens a vaccination hub available not only to its employees, but to the entire population of the area in which it operates.
2022
Aermec Middle East is founded with headquarters in Dubai.
2023
On May 14, founder Giordano Riello leaves us.
2024
The Group publishes its first Sustainability Report.
The holding company Aermec North America is establish, controlling Aermec USA and Aermec Canada for the distribution of products in the North American continent.
2025
The Spanish Airlan Group is acquired, which includes Airlan, Airlan Industrial and Airlan Peru.
Values and ethics
The value of people
and collective well-being.
Local responsibility and a global vision
Aermec is deeply connected to our territory, which has supported its growth, and to which it gives back value through social and economic development.
At the same time, it respects the different cultures and customs of the populations across the world markets in which it operates.
Fact-driven sustainability
The vision of founder Giordano Riello: prioritising facts over words, in order to provide well-being solutions that also protect the planet. Each project aims to save energy and use low GWP refrigerants, integrating life cycle analysis (LCA) with a view to reducing environmental impact.
Human well-being, shared responsibility
The individual at the heart of well-being
Aermec places people at the heart of everything, striving to improve quality of life through technologies that promote health and comfort in the environment. A work ethic that protects the rights of workers and promotes team spirit are fundamental pillars of the company’s identity.
When the group makes all the difference:
Aermec excellence in the Giordano Riello Group system
Aermec is the main company and the best-known brand of the Giordano Riello International Group, a solid family-run Italian industrial hub that boasts five generations of historical excellence. Under the leadership of the Riello family, the Group has established itself as one of the world’s leading players in the HVAC sector, operating today through 9 distinct brands and 10 production plants.
With an aggregate turnover of more than 700 million euros and more than 2,000 employees, the company guarantees a strategic independence that combines manufacturing tradition with a future-oriented vision, as evidenced by the launch of the reporting process with the first Sustainability Report in 2024.
This synergy enables Aermec to offer a combined level of solutions that goes beyond simple air conditioning, encompassing areas such as air treatment, heat exchangers, electric motors, home automation systems and precision measuring instruments. The Group further builds on its success through technological innovation, continuing to respond effectively to an increasingly complex demand for well-being in ever-changing markets