Timeline
A journey of excellence: the history of Imatex from 1960 to the present.
1960 - Foundation of Imatex Srl
Brothers Luigi and Attilio Fumagalli founded Imatex Srl, creating a textile company specializing in the furniture sector, with strong values of excellence and Made in Italy quality.
The business starts in the first factory in Brianza, Italy's High-Quality Furniture District, which houses weaving, offices and quality control.
1968 - Expansion into the United States
With an efficient sales network and high quality production, Imatex began to expand into international markets, establishing its first customers in the United States. Since then, the company's exports begin a steady growth.
1970s - Investment in Innovation and Marketing
During the 1970s, Imatex initiated its first structured investments in Research & Development and Marketing. This period saw the birth of the pay-off “Imatex, innovation since 1960,” highlighting the company's commitment to innovative products for a changing market. Participation in the most important International trade fairs in the industry intensifies.
1995-2004 - Development of Industrial Cluster and Internal Production Cycle
In the 1990s, Imatex developed a new industrial hub in Nibionno and later in Bulciago, where finishing, warping, logistics and quality control were concentrated. This allows the company to manage the entire production cycle in-house, also integrating advanced Jacquard looms.
2023 - Corporate Reorganization and Consolidation
Imatex embarks on a new phase of reorganization and consolidation, aimed at strengthening the tradition of high quality and innovation that has characterized it since its founding, changes its name to Imatex23, launch of a new logo and a new corporate website.
October 30, 2023 – Acquisition by Rino Mastrotto Group
Rino Mastrotto Group becomes the main investor in Imatex, recognizing its potential and sharing its commitment to excellence. This acquisition opens up new prospects for growth and development, with the aim of further consolidating the company's position in the industry and further relaunching it in international markets through the group's numerous operations in Europe, the United States and South America.