Italian
English MANUFACTURER OF TIMING AND AUXILIARY COMPONENTS
Since 1972, AIRTEX Autoricambi has been designing, manufacturing and selling: water pumps, timing belt kits with and without water pump, tensioners, idler pulleys and damper pulleys for cars and light commercial vehicles. Internationally known, AIRTEX is one of the top water pump manufacturers in Italy and in Europe. Founded by the AIRTEX family and part of the Metelli Group since 2017, the company has its own production plant in the province of Brescia. Courtesy of its in-house aluminium diecasting foundry, the company has the capacity to develop the water pump from design to finished product. With the vertical integration of the production process, the time required for the various stages of production has been reduced. This enables AIRTEX to provide a fast service with a 98% fill rate.
VALUES
Airtex shares the values, expertise, and industrial organization of the Metelli Group. Knowledge is passed down from generation to generation through the sharing of skills, work culture, and attention to detail. Order, respect for production methods, and rigorous control of materials, processes, and products ensure high quality standards. Service quality represents the core value that guides the entire organization and strengthens Airtex’s recognition in the international market.
QUALITY
The quality of products and services is an essential value for Airtex. Water pumps and timing components are designed and manufactured according to shared and rigorous production standards, certified UNI EN ISO 9001 and IATF 16949. Each pump undergoes 100% inspection and flow, sealing, and endurance testing. The use of advanced materials and cutting-edge technologies ensures reliability, OEM interchangeability, and consistent performance, contributing to engine efficiency and the reduction of fuel consumption and emissions.
TECHNOLOGY
Airtex constantly invests in technology and Research & Development to innovate products and processes. Investments are focused both on the development of new references and on the continuous upgrading of the machinery fleet. The use of automated machinery, 3D CAD systems, and advanced machining and die-casting technologies makes it possible to optimize production processes, reduce tolerances, and ensure high-quality water pumps under competitive conditions.
BUSINESS SCOPE
Airtex operates commercially in the EMEA region, serving markets with diverse technical and regulatory requirements. This established presence makes it possible to offer reliable and consistent solutions while maintaining the high standards of quality and integrity that have always distinguished the brand. Its customer base includes the independent aftermarket (IAM) and OE manufacturers, with an offering designed to meet the specific requirements of each channel.
THE FOUNDRY: ITALIAN EXCELLENCE
The foundry is committed to providing customers with quality, high-performance products that comply with current regulations. Meticulous checks are carried out on incoming raw materials, during the casting process, during the finishing of unprocessed pieces, during machining and on the finished products. The company's main facilities include: - 2 melting furnaces with a total production capacity of 48 tonnes per day - A degassing plant using inert gas - 8 die-casting cells from 400 to1000 tonne, fully mechanised and equipped with automatic blanking - A mould maintenance department - A finishing department for deburring and shot blasting of castings
