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CAREL has provided the technology for precise temperature and humidity control in the Guglielmi Stagionatura facilities, ensuring energy savings and the artisanal quality required. Guglielmi, a long-established company active in the cheese ripening sector for over 50 years, stands out for the quality of service offered to numerous Italian dairy cheesemakers, particularly for hard cheeses. Goal of the new system The installation, carried out by Merenti Refrigerazione, involved two warehouses of 4,000 m² each, located in Valdastico, in the province of Vicenza. The ripening process is a crucial phase in cheese production: it directly affects the taste, texture, and quality of the final product. The goal of the new system was to ensure stable and precise environmental conditions for an optimal ripening process, while also reducing energy consumption. Integrating advanced features The installed solution led to an overall energy consumption reduction of around 30% The CAREL system, based on the programmable controller c.pCO5+ and a custom application, allows accurate control of temperature and humidity, integrating advanced features such as free cooling, in which a damper is activated in order to let in outside air when weather conditions allow. The E3VZ electronic valves and EVD EVO drivers ensure precise refrigeration control, while an external rack managed by the pRack pR300 controller optimises floating condensation and heat recovery. The installed solution led to an overall energy consumption reduction of around 30%. Efficiency and energy savings “CAREL technology has allowed us to improve control over the aging of our cheeses, combining efficiency, energy savings, and therefore lower emissions." "A result that confirms our dedication to product quality and respect for the environment,” said Claudio Guglielmi, owner of the company.

The CAREL Industries Board of Directors has approved the consolidated results as of 31 March 2025, with consolidated revenues equal to €147.4 million, +0.7% compared to the first three months 2024. The consolidated adjusted EBITDA amounted to €27.6 million, representing 18.6% of revenues and showing an improvement compared to the same period of the previous year. Second quarter with revenue Given the solid results achieved during the first quarter, the continued strength of the order backlog, and the positive market trends observed, the Group expects to close the second quarter with revenue growth-compared to the second quarter of 2024- ranging between the high single digits and low double digits in percentage terms. Francesco Nalini, Amministratore Delegato del Gruppo, stated: "The results as of 31 March 2025 confirm the ongoing improvement in performance that began in mid-2024." Refrigeration sector in the EMEA region Group expects to close the second quarter with revenue growth-compared to the second quarter of 2024 Francesco Nalini adds: "Whereas last year this trend was mainly supported by the gradual fading of the negative impact of de-stocking and the normalization of the comparison base with 2023, the first quarter of 2025 marks a further step forward, thanks to a significant recovery in demand – particularly in the refrigeration sector in the EMEA region – despite a global environment that remains marked by instability." He continues, "This trend is reflected in a strongly growing order backlog, which indicates promising potential for revenue in the coming quarters." High-margin digital services Francesco Nalini further states: "Margins have also shown encouraging signs: the EBITDA margin remained solid compared to the previous year and, net of non-recurring items, improved by 50 basis points, reaching 18.6%."  He adds, "This result was made possible by effective procurement management, which allowed the Group to benefit from the decline in the prices of electronic raw materials. This was further supported by the development of high-margin digital services, which have always been one of the main pillars of our strategy." Innovation, sustainability, and customer value Francesco Nalini concluded: "We continue to monitor the evolution of the macroeconomic scenario and geopolitical tensions closely, as they remain a source of uncertainty. However, our globally distributed production footprint, based on the duplication of processes, provides us with strong resilience, even in the face of tariffs and trade duties." He adds, "This enables us to look ahead to 2025 with confidence. The Group will continue to invest in innovation, sustainability, and customer value, with the aim of swiftly and decisively seizing the opportunities that may arise in the near future."

CAREL will participate in LIGNA 2025, the pioneering international trade fair for wood processing, taking place from May 26 to 30, 2025, in Hannover, Germany. The company will showcase advanced solutions for controlling environmental conditions in industrial processes. CAREL’s offering for the sector includes humidification systems, heat recovery units, and integrated control of high-efficiency components, all designed to reduce energy consumption and improve the quality of finished products. Optimization of processing cycles In drying processes, energy efficiency is crucial. CAREL offers solutions that integrate cross-flow heat exchangers and thermal break dampers, capable of recovering up to 70% of the heat from exhaust air and reducing flue losses. This optimization of processing cycles can significantly lower energy costs and reduce CO2 emissions by up to 50%. Key aspect of CAREL’s offering It helps efficient and sustainable condensation drying, with optimal control of temperature Another key aspect of CAREL’s offering is heat pump technology: the high-efficiency solution — featuring BLDC compressors, DC inverters, electronic expansion valves, and integrated sensors — is compatible with natural refrigerants and A3 ready. It enables efficient and sustainable condensation drying, with optimal control of temperature and humidity. The offering is completed by a range of programmable controllers and customizable proprietary software for the development of high-value-added solutions. Range of humidifiers Finally, relative humidity is a critical factor in wood processing. CAREL provides a complete range of humidifiers, such as heaterSteam, ideal for compact drying chambers, and humiFog, a high-pressure adiabatic atomizer for large industrial environments. These solutions ensure wood stability, preventing defects such as cracking, warping, and issues with gluing and finishing.