Our History
50 Years of Manufacturing Excellence
As a company we care about our product and our team; our staff turnover is incredibly low and we even have examples of third generation of the same families who work in our factory.
The very first service engineer we employed became our Technical Director before retiring. Because we build machines to last, we value loyalty, longevity and experience very highly.
We have designed, developed and built sideloaders since 1969 in our factory in Cavaion, adding many buildings and updating our production process over the years. Here are a few of our incredible milestones achieved along the way…
2019
Worlds Largest Sideloader On The Move
The world's largest sideloader is on the move...
2019
2019 Environment Award Win!
Baumann has been awarded the 2019 FLTA Award for Environment Excellence, following a previous shortlisting in 2017 and the 2016 award for Innovation.
2019
2019: New GX Models Launched
Baumann launched a new GX Series of five to eight tonnes capacity award-winning diesel sideloaders at LogiMAT 2019
2018
2018: New Diesel Models Launched
New launch of HX30, HX40 and HX50 models.
2018
First Canadian Dealer Apppointed
2018: Cervus Equipment appointed as the first ever dealer in Canada
2016
FLTA Award For Excellence
2016: First FLTA Innovation Award win for the Archimedes Outreach System
2015
New UK operations established
2015: New UK operations established
2012
2012: Winner of the Watt d’Or Award
In 2012, a Baumann truck developed to work in the Swiss Alps helped System Alpenluft win the prestigious Watt d'Or.
2011
2011: Archimedes Outreach Prototype Developed
The award-winning direct drive Archimedes screw was first prototyped in 2011.
2008
Fabio Bernieri Appointed
2008: Fabio Bernieri joins Baumann as Sales Manager
2003
Dr Klaus Pirpamer Appointed MD
Dr Klaus Pirpamer appointed MD of Baumann Srl
1997
Riccardo Bove Appointed
Our Technical Director, Riccardo Bove, joined us in 1997.
1995
First sideloader over 40 tonnes capacity
1995: CS400/25/30 (40 ton) for Finland
1992
First Electric Sideloader Introduced
1992: ES 30/12/40 for Germany
1987
First sideloader over 35 tonnes capacity
1987: CS350/25/35 for Denmark
1985
1st Sideloader Over 20 tonnes capacity
1985: CS250/24/30 for (25 ton) Sweden
1974
First 12 Tonnes Capacity Sideloader
1974: CS120/16/35 for Austria
1972
1972: Exhibition at Hannover
Baumann exhibited at the Hannover Messe exhibition for the first time.
1970
1970: AS Series launched
The first series of sideloaders, the AS Range, went on sale in 1970.
1969
Cavaion Factory Established
1969: Wolfgang Baumann establishes the factory on the shores of Lake Garda. Before the end of the year, the first sideloader was designed, built and sold.
RECENT
PROJECTS
Baumann is a world-class manufacturer with a reputation for consistent innovation, and the highest level of design and productivity.
Back to Business
Following the Italian government announcement to begin exiting the lockdown from 4 May, 2020, we are now working towards returning our production facilities back to full capacity by 8 May.
Stay safe. We will be back very soon!
Once again we would like to send a big ‘thank you’ to all those sending us their thoughts and well wishes during the Covid-19 outbreak.
Delivering For Lockheed Martin
A new fleet of adapted GX models for Lockheed Martin features next generation diesel engines, re-designed chassis, refined ergonomic cabins, and measures to counteract a complete engine cut-out.
LogiMAT 2020 Announcement
Unfortunately, as a precautionary measure we are cancelling our participation at this year's LogiMAT exhibition in Stuttgart.
First ELX Arrives In Canada
The first electric sideloader in Canada, the ELX50, has been delivered to leading materials handling specialists, Cervus Equipment.
Technology Breakthrough Aids Barrier Work
We are delighted to be supplying bespoke versions of our latest GX70 range for use by safety barrier installers on UK motorways.
“The Baumanns are more robust and operator-friendly and offer much better build quality. You can see that the operators are a lot more in tune with the machine. The door interlock is a good safety feature… the masts are better, the operator cabin is excellent…”
“Baumannn’s customer focused attention to detail has ensured that we have got peace in mind and reassurance with this deal, which is essential when making such a long term capital investment.”
“We undertook a thorough evaluation of all the different manufacturers… on balance, we found that Baumann were the best choice for us, as it was clear that they put real emphasis on the quality of manufacture and product reliability.”
“Since we switched our buying policy to Baumann for the first time over four years ago, we have been extremely happy with the overall performance of their side loaders. Product reliability is excellent and the overall Baumann approach in addressing our business requirements is first class.”
“We looked very closely at potential alternative manufacturers… specifically build quality and design… we were particularly impressed by the build quality of Baumann sideloaders.”
“We felt that the Baumann sideloaders would give us the fuel saving, reliability and robust design for operation at our very busy 6 acre site… at all times, they were extremely focused and keen to fully meet our requirements.”
“The Baumann HX40 is ideal for our business. It easily manoeuvres our raw materials, especially the awkward 2 tonne packs of 7.5metre steel lengths, from which we manufacture our stillages and it keeps our manufacturing processes fully supplied.”