Giorgio was a blacksmith with a lifelong passion for mechanics. This led him to start manufacturing gut-cleaning machines, pig-dehairing machines, and tubular guide rails—the latter covered by a patent he held.
Then, one day, a friend who owned a small meat-processing plant asked him to develop a machine for bind coppa and pancetta. Giorgio enlisted the help of his son, who was studying engineering at the time. Together, they designed the machine on a drafting table in the basement of their home, as the company’s office was too small. More than 250 units were eventually made, many of which are still in use today.
The year was 1976. Fifty years have passed since then—half a century of history, change, and memories.
01 | A glimpse into production in the early days
02 | A portrait from the family archives
03 | The first machines for processing cured meats
Two years later, in 1978, Fava Giorgio took part in Eurocarne in Verona for the first time, showcasing a range of machines for processing coppa and pancetta: from dry salting to shaping and stuffing, right through to tying and piercing. The booth was modest, but the success was as remarkable as it was unexpected.
Fava Giorgio first exhibited at the IFFA trade show in Frankfurt in 1986. In 1990, the company merged with Axel Ingegneria Alimentare to form Fava Giorgio Axel.
The early trade show appearances
The early trade show appearances
The early trade show appearances
Over the years, the company has expanded its range of applications to include not only coppa and pancetta, but also cooked ham, salami, cheese, fresh meat, deli products, and vegan items. Fava Giorgio Axel’s machines and systems cover every stage of the process, from production and portioning to handling and packaging.
IFFA 2022
IFFA 2025
Fava Giorgio Axel remains a family-run business, with the third generation actively involved for more than 20 years. Commitment, passion, and a consistent focus on customer needs have always been its strengths. These values are complemented by a willingness to embrace new challenges and look to the future while staying true to its roots.
Salting and massaging machine for cured products
Legostampo
SPDE Skewer Machine
Automatic skewer machine
Clip Removing and cutting machine
