Gruppo CMS S.p.a.
The CMS Group was founded in 1975 and operates in the field of mechanical engineering and manufacturing for third parties. Currently it is composed by 7 companies and 14 plants located in Marano sul Panaro, Vignola and Modena, starting from 2013 it is present with a manufacturing plant in China. `From the idea to the finished product,` our claim, represents us perfectly. From design, to engineering, to production, assembly and testing, the CMS Group can offer its customers a complete cycle, characterized by a high degree of innovation. These elements are essential for our clients, such as among othersTetra Pak, Alstom, Sidel, Bosch and Buhuler.
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- Business Type:
- Manufacturer
- Industry Type:
- Manufacturing, Other
- Market Focus:
- Internationally (various countries)
- Employees:
- 101-1000
This company also provides solutions for other industrial applications.
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About Us
CMS Group
The Group CMS was established in 1975 and operates in the field of mechanical engineering and manufacturing for third parties. Currently 7 companies and 14 plants, located in Marano sul Panaro, Vignola and Modena, compose the group. Since April 2013 the Group CMS has opened a manufacturing plant in China. What characterizes more our Group are the technical skills, which are various but converging , developed over time by our firms, that made it possible to address to the national and international market with a strong structure, able to offer services and products characterized by high quality standards.
“From the idea to finished product”, our claim, represents us perfectly. From design, to engineering, to production, assembly and testing, the Group CMS can offer its customers a complete cycle, characterized by a high degree of innovation. These elements are essential when working with big clients, such as Tetra Pak, among others, Alstom, Sidel, Bosch and Bühler.
The focus on Corporate Social Responsibility and its principles are another feature that strongly distinguishes the business philosophy of our Group. For our employees, about 500 only in Italy, the Group CMS , for example, has implemented a corporate welfare program, called “Better Factory Better Life”, that provides among other benefits, the kindergarten, the summer camp and also several special deals with shops that can be extended to the whole family.
In 2011 a strategic plan, focused on growth, innovation and diversification of business areas, has been defined. The choice of internationalization is an important part of the development plan. As planned, in 2013 the new plant C.M.S. China, located in the area of Wujiang, near Shanghai, was opened.
C.M.S. Spa acts as a partner of leading companies in their field, for the design of machines and mechanical components, development, implementation, testing and supply of machines and components of high complexity and precision. The main sectors in which it operates are: food packaging and non-packaging machines for liquid and solid products, railway, automotive and motorsport, biomedical, pharmaceutical.
CMS S.p.A.
C.M.S. SpA, which operates in the field of mechanical engineering since 1975, is specialized in the management and development of production programs, also of considerable complexity. Certified since 1994 according to the UNI EN ISO 9002 it also holds the certification UNI EN ISO 9001:2000.
The continuous technological update, high expertise in design and in manufacturing of machines and components, the strong orientation to results and customer satisfaction, the establishment of an R & D division, all represents the focus on clients needs.
C.M.S. Spa acts as a partner of leading companies in their field, for the design of machines and mechanical components, development, implementation, testing and supply of machines and components of high complexity and precision. The main sectors in which it operates are: food packaging and non-packaging machines for liquid and solid products, railway, automotive and motorsport, biomedical, pharmaceutical.
Our History
1975
ESTABLISHMENT
On April 10th 1975, the C.M.S. partnership was established in Vignola, with the capital of 1,000,000 Italian lira.
1978
OVP CONSTITUTION
First meeting with a customer that would be crucial for the company’s future growth and development.
OVP was established, that was specialized in mechanical assemblies and was incorporated into C.M.S. in 2004.
1980
CMS SPA AND CONSTITUTION MVA
C.M.S. became a public company.
MVA was established, a company specialized both in medium-high serial production and small quantities production, as well as components such as hydraulic pumps.
1985
FGR CONSTITUTION
F.G.R. was established, that is specialized in engineering on contract.
1991
OSL CONSTITUTION
OSL was set up to develop a special work organization tool designed by C.M.S.; the company focuses on production management systems.
1993
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
C.M.S.’s in-house Research & Development department was set up.
1998
POPPI CONSTITUTION
POPPI was established, that deals with iron and steel sheet bending and laser cutting.
1999
FORPACK CONSTITUTION
FORPACK was established, that manufactured packaging machines and was incorporated into C.M.S. S.p.A. in 2004.
2001
FILLING SYSTEMS
A Modena-based company was acquired, that originally handled bottling plants but was then converted to carry out assembly operations and is now trading under the name of FILLING SYSTEMS.
2003
CO.MA.RI. CONSTITUTION
CO.MA.RI. was established, the company that makes waste compactors.
2007
NURSERY OF THE COMPANY
The company crèche was created, called “Il Paese dei Colori” (The Land of Colours).
2008
INTERNATIONALIZATION
C.M.S. S.p.A. inaugurated its internationalization strategy.
2009
COORDINATION COMPANY
Coordination was set up between the group’s companies, resulting in periodic meetings and laying out common strategies.
2010
ESTABLISHMENT OF D&E DEPARTMENT
The D&E department, Development & Engineering, was set up to quickly meet customer requirements in creating prototypes.
2012
CMS CHINA AND SPARE PARTS DEPARTMENT
A decision was made to invest in a production facility in China in order to meet the needs of customers located there.
The construction of the Chinese plant began and C.M.S. Precision Mechanical Manufacturing (Wujiang) Co., Ltd. was set up, while the activity began in a temporary location. The Supply Chain network of companies was set up, a new opportunity to encourage common initiatives with Make Italia srl in the area of expanded supply chains. The Spare Parts Project was activated, located in a dedicated production area and equipped with the necessary technologies specifically aimed at the bottling line sector.
2013
OPENING OF CMS CHINA
April 10th is the opening day of the new factory C.M.S. China. The new site is dedicated to the production for the Chinese market. The building, of approximately 7000 square meters with a total extension of 14000mq, is equipped with all the latest equipment, already present in the Italian plants.
The Quality System
In Group CMS Quality has always been the guideline of every activity, as we talk about the creation of an object, product or service for the customer. This means to put at the disposal of clients resources and processes focused on quality in every moment, from the idea to finished product. For this reason, in the company, certified management systems are active, based on shared target, prevention and measurement of performance for continuous improvement.
To listen to the voice of the customer drives all business activities: the quality is by its nature oriented to the client and must ensure that the needs and requirements are fully respected at all stages of the process, even entertaining close relationships and developing joint projects to improve . Quality is the way that transforms everyday concrete commitment to customer satisfaction.
Mission
To offer leading companies in their sectors a worldwide partner for the design, development, production, testing, and supply of highly complex, high-precision machines and components.
Vision
To further increase business in the subcontracting sector, standing out from the rest through the example of excellence we set, recognized by all those who have expectations on us.
Our Approach
World Class Manufacturing
- Lean Production
- Continuous Improvement
- Disposal Of Waste
- Eliminate Unnecessary Costs
Long-Term Perspectives With Customers
- Interaction With The Customer From The Initial Stages Of Codesign To Product Development
- New Investments
Process Standardization
- Quality
- Cost
- Time To Market
Skills and Technology
Skills
- Design and Product Development
- Prototyping
- Industrialization
- Supply chain management
- Management and product realization
- Product traceability
Technology
- Vertical and Horizontal Machine Centers
- Milling, turning, laser marking
- stainless steel and aluminum Welding
- Passivation, electropolishing, pickling
- Laser cutting and bending
- Mechanical and electrical assembly
- Tests and inspections
Sustainability Report
The Sustainability Report is for the companies of the Group a way to communicate their plans and initiatives related to Corporate Social Responsibility, with the aim of encouraging dialogue and debate. The approach of C.M.S S.p.A to sustainability is based on the belief that actions in the social, environmental and economic areas, allow the firm to obtain a distinctive competitive advantage and take the opportunity to generate added value, to be shared with all stakeholders.
The Sustainability Report has been prepared by the Communication office, in close coordination with the Executive Board and CSR manager, based on the data and information provided by the Human Resources office, the Administration and Finance offices, and Security and Environmental division.
C.M.S., the lead company of the Group, has published its annual report since 2008 and FGR starting from 2010
Co-Design Services
Prototyping Services
Industrialization Services
Engineering Services
Assembling Services
Testing Services
Replacing Services
Renovating Services