Kadant Inc. has completed the acquisition of Babbini S.p.A. (Babbini) and G.P.S. Engineering S.r.l. (GPS), two Italy-based companies specializing in industrial dewatering and engineered power transmission solutions.

 

Founded in 1945 and headquartered in Civitella di Romagna, Italy, Babbini is a recognized leader in screw press technology and dewatering applications for multiple industrial sectors. GPS, based in Legnano, Italy, enhances Babbini’s capabilities with system integration expertise and custom gearboxes for demanding industrial applications.

 

Babbini and GPS have collaborated with Kadant since 2019, providing innovative dewatering technologies for Kadant’s upcycling solutions. The two businesses will become part of Kadant’s Industrial Processing segment.

 

“Acquiring Babbini and GPS Engineering broadens our portfolio, expanding our reach in adjacent markets, including agriculture, food and beverage, and rendering,” said Jeffrey L. Powell, president and chief executive officer of Kadant. “Both businesses provide solutions for resource efficiency, supporting our dedication to Sustainable Industrial Processing®.”

 

Simone Bianchi, managing director of Babbini, added, “Our company has a proud history of innovation in dewatering technologies for a wide range of applications. Partnering with Kadant has opened new market opportunities, and joining a global leader in industrial processing enables us to build on our momentum.”