Metaltex take the strategic decision to cease sub-contract manufacturing in order to concentrate production capacity on its own household range. This strategy proves successful as the Company quickly expands: new subsidiaries are formed in France (1974) ….

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In 1967 Metaltex opens its first foreign branch in Germany.

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At the beginning of the 60’s a second production facility is opened in Montegiorgio, Central Italy. During this decade Metaltex produces dishwasher baskets for the major European white goods manufacturers. At that time the Metaltex program is divided into three lines: Housewares, Industry articles and Point of Sale Displays.

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Within a few years Blevio is too small and in 1951 Metaltex is enlarged by moving to Cernobbio (Lake Como). The new plant increases production capacity and the Company starts manufacturing additional ranges – including dish drainers, baskets and rolling carts.

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Only a year after foundation production is moved to Blevio, on the shores of Lake Como (Italy).

Egidio Morandi founds the Metaltex Company in Mendrisio, Switzerland. Metaltex starts manufacturing household products made of wire: strainers, whisks, skimmers and numerous small utensils for the kitchen and home.

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