Utilita

"We have always believed in the importance of innovation to remain competitive. Ellistat's APC provides us with the tools we need to guarantee the highest quality products to our customers."

Mr.Zamberlan

Utilita SRL, founded in 1992 in Costabissara near Vicenza (Italy), is a major player in the production of small precision parts as a subcontractor for various industrial sectors. With 45 employees and a turnover of 5.7 million euros in 2023, Utilita SRL stands out for its expertise in micromechanics, supplying high-quality components to the jewelry, medical/dental and industrial sectors, mainly aerospace. The company recently invested in Ellistat's APC software solution, which has improved the stability and efficiency of its production processes.

Founded by Mr. Sign Zamberlan, Utilita SRL is a family business that brings the precision and aesthetics of jewellery-making to the field of mechanical engineering. Utilitarismes is based near Vicenza, the gold and silverware capital. Initially focused on subcontracting for the jewelry and watchmaking industries, the company expanded in 2004 to the aerospace sector, followed by the medical/dental and precision micromechanics sectors. Its customers (75% in Italy) are mainly medium and large companies, as well as international corporations.

In a rapidly changing market, where responsiveness and flexibility are key requirements, Utilita's managers are aware of the importance of innovation in all sectors. They invest time and human resources in acquiring know-how and state-of-the-art production tools.
Utilita SRL stands out for its technical know-how, quality control throughout the production process and state-of-the-art production technology. Its machinery includes multi-axis turning-milling centers and high-precision measuring machines (optical, contact, CMM, etc.).

The company is distinguished by its ability to deliver high-quality products while meeting strict requirements for deadlines and flexibility. "We bring the culture of jewelry into all our production, focusing not only on precision and quality, but also on aesthetics and functionality," explains Andrea Zamberlan, President and CEO of Utilita SRL. This philosophy is reflected in the certifications the company has obtained over the years, a testament to its commitment to excellence and innovation. Utilita SRL is recognized for its high quality standards, certified by UNI EN ISO 9001, UNI EN 9100, UNI CEI EN ISO 13485, and soon UNI EN ISO 14001.

The Italian company produces a wide range of high-precision, turned and milled parts with high-quality finish, with diameters ranging from 1.5 mm to 51 mm. For precision micromechanics, materials used include steel, aluminum, gold, silver, platinum, titanium, copper, bronze and special plastics. As an example, micro-components produced for the medical sector are used for spinal orthopedics, oral implants, surgical instruments and maxillofacial trauma.

Always at the forefront of innovation, Utilita SRL invested in Ellistat's APC solution to meet its customers' growing needs for quality and reliability. "We were looking for software that could ensure stable and efficient processes, especially for our clients in the sensitive areas of implantology. After careful evaluation, we chose Ellistat for its excellent performance," explains Andrea Zamberlan.

Utilita SRL chose Ellistat after extensive research and successful testing of the solution. "We immediately appreciated the potential of the APC module, which automates the setup of machining centers. The results were very satisfactory and lived up to our expectations," adds Mr. Zamberlan.

Implementation of the APC began with a CNC machine and a Zeiss inspection tool, on three different items. After a period of initial evaluation of APC's incorporation into the company, training and installation took place quickly and efficiently. 

"By testing the solution in a simple configuration, we were able to appreciate the results obtained. APC allows us to ensure the quality and reliability of our processes - a key goal for us! "says Mr. Zamberlan.

Another important aspect is that, given the current shortage of skilled labor, APC has made it possible to reduce the need for highly specialized personnel for checks and corrections, allowing part of the production to be delegated to less trained operators. "This solution is key to maintaining our high quality standards and meeting growing market demands," adds Mr. Zamberlan.

The project undertaken with Ellistat does not stop there. Utilita SRL plans to further develop the use of APC to interconnect different control instruments with more CNC machines. "We plan to interface a control island (several instruments) with more machines. We also plan to study some aspects of interfacing with 5-axis continuous machining processes", says Mr. Zamberlan.

APC is compatible with all types of CNC machines and measuring instruments. The intuitive and innovative software makes the manufacturing process autonomous, and whatever the machine and the complexity of the workpiece, the software can correct from the measurement of a single part.

"The goal is to maximize the benefits of APC software by fully integrating it into our production process. We are convinced that this will enable us to achieve an even higher level of performance and quality," says Mr. Zamberlan.

In conclusion, the investment in Ellistat's APC solution demonstrates to Utilita SRL's commitment to innovation and excellence. "We have always believed in the importance of innovation to remain competitive. Ellistat's APC gives us the tools we need to guarantee the highest quality products to our customers," concludes Mr. Zamberlan.