On Father’s Day, we take a moment to honour not just the role, but the presence. The way fathers shape lives with their words, their…
At SPII, we believe that meaningful dialogue drives growth. We proudly opened our doors to host a high-level meeting promoted by Confindustria Varese in collaboration…
A group of students from the Master of Science in Management – Business Lab MNCs at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore spent the morning with…
This morning, about twenty students from ITS Malta attended a lecture in English on Electric Transport System Automation, held by Alberto Colombo, and visited our…
We were pleased to welcome 24 students from the Master of Science in Management – Business Lab MNCs at the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore…
Time to hit pause (just for a moment), recharge, and maybe eat one too many cookies. At SPII, we’re wrapping up a year full of…
Today we had the pleasure of welcoming the 1st-year students from ITS Lombardia Meccatronica, accompanied by Professor 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐚. An inspiring day that marks the…
Technology, people and territory at the service of railway innovation We proudly took part in the twelfth edition of Expo Ferroviaria 2025, the leading B2B…
What if updating your wardrobe could also do good? Spiinted is our clothing and accessories swap, inspired by Vinted (but with an SPII twist). Colleagues…
Technical training continues at SPII with a new General Mechanics Day dedicated to our products, led by Francesco Colombo.This time, the session took place in…
On the occasion of World Mental Health Day on October 10, we are pleased to share the conclusion of a training program on psychological wellbeing…
Our annual tradition continues: a Sunday dedicated to sports, fun, and togetherness! The company relay featured a special course, including running, “walk-the-ball,” and “kick-the-ball,” with…
There’s just over a month to go until EXPO Ferroviaria 2025, the key event for the railway industry in Italy! SPII will be there to…
From August 12th to 18th, SPII will take a short break to recharge, relax, and maybe enjoy a good gelato. We wish you all a…
The SPII Events Organizing Committee (C.O.S.E.) turned an ordinary Friday evening into a memorable night of music and good vibes! In a vibrant local venue,…
From Italy to the Industrial Heart of Europe With Tour 3, our road journey has reached its final chapter.After travelling through France, Switzerland, Eastern Europe,…
Before the summer break, we came together for our annual Summer Gathering, marking the end of the first half of the year. CEO Silvio Zuffetti…
Our new SPII brochure has officially arrived, and it’s more than just paper. It’s a tangible expression of who we are: – Human-centered – Technologically…
Part of our team took part in a hands-on fire safety training session, in collaboration with our partner 𝐒.𝐑. 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞, whom we sincerely thank. From…
On Micro-Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day or well know as PMI Day, we celebrate the essential contribution of these businesses to building a more inclusive,…
From Eastern Europe to the Alpine heart of the continent After wrapping up our first roadshow through France and French-speaking Switzerland, it was time to…
Yesterday, SPII had the pleasure of joining the Business Labs presentation at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, part of the Master of Science in Management…
At SPII, we’re proud to have talented women engineers on our team; women who bring different perspectives, new ideas, bold challenges, and the kind of…
Sergio Maria Vaccarini, SPII CSO & Global Director Intellicockpit Segment of Schaltbau GmbH, joined the Schaltbau team at 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐋𝐨𝐠 𝐊𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐚, one of the most important…
Last week, SPII S.p.A. was invited to Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore as a partner company to celebrate the 𝐗 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 of the Master of…
SPII’s new handles were born by closely observing real gestures, listening to real needs, and co-designing better solutions, side by side with those who live…
On National Innovation Day, we celebrate those who imagine new solutions, challenge the status quo, and transform ideas into progress. At SPII, innovation is our…
Today, we celebrate our planet and our commitment to protecting it every day. Sustainability goes beyond environmental conservation. It’s about making conscious choices in everything…
France & French-speaking Switzerland Before we left, the van was ready. Packed not only with our energy and ambition, but also with a curated selection…
Yesterday we took part in the webinar “Training emotional intelligence”, focused on well-being and mental health, organized by our partner Mindwork – Wellbeing in progress,…
This weekend, our sport group 𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐈𝐎𝐑𝐓 took part in the 𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐑𝐮𝐧 𝐕𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞, a great mix of competitive races, wellness, and sustainability.Chiara Cavicchia…
SPII is officially hitting the road — and the first tour starts now. We’re excited to meet people in person, spark real conversations, and present…
Today, we celebrate the strength, care, and resilience of all mothers — at work, at home, and everywhere in between.At SPII, we recognize and value…
Today, we are reminded of how essential it is to ensure safe and healthy working environments for everyone. At SPII, health and safety are not…
SPII is getting ready to travel across Europe — bringing our technology closer to where it’s really used.Not just talking about innovation — but showing…
This year, we chose to celebrate Easter by spreading joy both within our team and to those who need it most.We gifted our people with…
A group of SPII collegues had the opportunity to attend the Julio Velasco Day, an event full of insights and reflections on what it truly…
April 6th marks the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace — a global celebration of the power of sport to foster inclusion, well-being,…
On Friday afternoon, we had the pleasure of attending the Open Day of ITS Lombardia Meccatronica at ITIS Giulio Riva of Saronno. Representing our company…
We are happy to officially kick off a three-month field project with three talented students from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore!Welcome Claire Zuber, Matilde Borra,…
Sunday, March 9Some of our athlete colleagues from the “SpiiORT” group – founded a couple of years ago within SPII – took on the challenge…
Today, we want to take a moment to say THANK YOU. Thank you to all the women who, with their talent, strength, and passion, enrich…
We updated our BLSD (Basic Life Support) training, including the use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator). This essential experience allowed us to gain both…
Our Academy continues to invest in professional growth with a new internal training program. The “Torque Tightening” course, presented by Stefano Milani, provides essential skills…
After last year’s highly positive feedback from our people, we are happy to renew our partnership with Mindwork – Wellbeing in progress!In a rapidly changing…
On the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we want to celebrate all women in STEM!In a field that still strives for greater…
After last month’s success, we were excited to welcome another 8th grade class from the Leonardo Da Vinci School in Saronno, accompanied by teachers Maria…
It’s been 4 years since the launch of our SPii Academy, a project that is not just a training program but a true journey of…
We hosted the students from the Master of Science in Management of MNE Business Lab course at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. Accompanied by Marco…
“The only way to predict the future is to invent it.” – Steve Jobs As we navigate the transformative currents of the 21st century, SPII…
As we embrace the dawn of a new year, SPII extends its warmest wishes for a year filled with joy, success, and prosperity! May this…
As every year, we gathered to exchange Christmas greetings and reflect on the achievements of the past semester. The 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 inspired us with their…
In an informal atmosphere full of holiday spirit, we came together to celebrate our Christmas Dinner, organized by our Event Planning Committee. It was an…
An initiative promoted by Confindustria Varese, dedicated to middle school students to bring them closer to the world of local SMEs. The students from the…
For us, investing in young people is not just a value but a responsibility. Each lesson is an opportunity for sharing and mutual learning, where…
In today’s fast-paced world, taking care of our mental and physical health is not just an option — it’s a necessity. That’s why SPII has…
We opened the doors of our company to two third-year high school classes from the Electrical and Maintenance program at 𝐈𝐏𝐒𝐈𝐀 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚 in Saronno. Here’s…
We took part in the #CareerDayPMI at the Politecnico di Milano!An always-inspiring experience that allows us to meet young students who had the opportunity to…
The negotiation course at SPII has just come to an end, led by the legendary Fabio Tognetti from UNREAL Training!His expertise and innovative approach allowed…
Over the past two weeks, SPII S.p.A. had the pleasure of hosting Mohammed Shahid and 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐥, two colleagues from Schaltbau India, for an intensive training…
At SPII S.p.A. safety is an essential value that permeates every aspect of our work.To enhance awareness and readiness in emergency situations, we recently organized…
SPII S.p.A. welcomed students from the Automation of Electrical Transport Systems course at the Politecnico di Milano, accompanied by Professor Michela Longo and by postgraduates Sofia Borgosano…
Within the SPII S.p.A. Academy, the Management Control Course, led by our Financial & Industrial Controller Elena Sofia Gambaretti, provides both practical and theoretical tools…
We’re excited to announce the creation of our Organizing Committee—a team dedicated to planning leisure and social moments to strengthen the bonds among SPII people.The…
We at SPII S.p.A. will be attending the PMI Career Day on November 19th! After registering on the Career Service – Politecnico di Milano, you’ll…
On the occasion of World Mental Health Day, SPII renewed its commitment to the psychological well-being of its people by offering them the opportunity to…
The Strasaronno 2024 was a great success, with over 2.400 participants. The running event, organized by our “neighbors” from the CLS Social Cooperative, started at…
We are happy to host them at our company for an important board meeting and to prepare together for the InnoTrans exhibition! SPII S.p.A., 𝐗𝐢𝐚𝐧…
We are proud to announce the outstanding victory of our colleagues Simone Labanca and Luca Checchinato, from the team “𝘐 𝘋𝘶𝘦 𝘗𝘰𝘳𝘤𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘪”, who triumphed in…
With enthusiasm, commitment, and a lot of joy, you’ve made this tournament unforgettable! A big thank you to all the participants for giving their all…
We have just successfully passed the IRIS (ISO TS 22163) and ISO 9001 recertification audit with flying colors. As was the case last year, our…
Our teams are incredibly excited and ready to compete in this table soccer tournament. Who will be the winning pair that earns the honor to…
On 30 July 2024, SPII had the pleasure of hosting a group of people from Trenord, Trenitalia and ATM, organized with the Cra association – FNM…
Every year, before the eagerly awaited summer holidays take us away from our daily commitments, our company celebrates the past year’s successes with a summer…
Our IT Manager, Carola Portigliotti, recently conducted a constructive and empowering workshop at our company aimed at identifying, analyzing, and optimizing processes that involve digital…
On Sunday, June 30th, at the SPII headquarters in Saronno, our first Family Day was held with great success! This event, dedicated to our company…
On June 9, 2024, a memorable Sunday for the SPII relay, saw the talents of numerous participants shine. The first place was expertly clinched by…
Silvio Zuffetti and Sergio Maria Vaccarini, CEO and CSO of our company, were interviewed by Corrado Tedeschi on the popular TV program “Top Secret.” They…
We were visited at our company by Andrea Depalo, founder of the startup Avanchair, along with Giovanni Nanini, CEO & CTO of Avanchair. They were…
Sunday, June 2nd is National Sports Day, and at SPII in Saronno, we are ready to celebrate our passion for physical activity and the well-being…
In the dynamic world of business, constant innovation and competition are the norm. In this context, the importance of product knowledge cannot be underestimated. To…
At the heart of the driver’s cabins of any rail vehicle, the Intelli-Footrest emerges as a fundamental innovation. Debuted at the 2023 Rail Expo, this…
Here we are with enthusiasm after participating in the ITS Lombardia Meccatronica open day at ITIS Giulio Riva in Saronno! It was a pleasure to…
Mothers, like beacons in the night, illuminate our path with love and support. At SPII, we celebrate their strength and sacrifice every day, not just…
E-Tech Europe / Bologna Exibhition Centre / 7-8 May 2024 Powerful lithium-ion batteries are currently the most common battery type used for electromobility. Eddicy’s DC…
Once again this year, we had the pleasure of hosting the students from Technische Hochschule Ulm University at SPII, accompanied by Professor Dieter Dr. Buchberger.…
On the occasion of World Day for Safety and Health at Work, SPII reaffirms its top commitment to the safety of its employees. Celebrated on…
On the occasion of Earth Day, SPII joins the world in a commitment to safeguard our planet. This day serves as an important reminder of…
Manual grounding switches are a crucial element in ensuring safety during train electrical equipment maintenance. The new generation of these devices combines safety features and…
In the realm of innovation, every step forward is a milestone hard-earned through grit and dedication. Testing, in this journey, becomes the battleground where our…
In the realm of electromobility, powerful lithium-ion batteries reign supreme. And when it comes to safety within this domain, Eddicy’s DC contactors playing a pivotal role…
In the dynamic realm of railway technology, where precision and clarity are paramount, the role of displays cannot be overstated. These visual interfaces serve as…
As spring unfolds around us, the spirit of Easter brings with it a renewed sense of hope and optimism. It’s a time for reflection, for…
We’re excited to announce the commencement of a dynamic 3-month internship program in collaboration with Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. This initiative marks a significant…
As March unfolds, so does the anticipation of a heartfelt celebration – Father’s Day. In Italy, this day holds a profound significance, coinciding with Saint…
Master controllers are an indispensable component in rail vehicle equipment. However, recent innovations presented during the Rail Expo are redefining standards in terms of design…
Saronno, March 6, 2024 – In an exciting day of knowledge exchange and passion for the railway sector, SPII welcomed participants to the “Rail Vehicle…
On the desk of every SPII woman, this morning, a surprise bloomed: a small succulent plant, a symbol of tenacity, resilience and beauty. A simple…
On this special occasion, we want to express our gratitude to all the exceptional engineers at SPII S.p.A. who with dedication and expertise are steering…
Great show this week at KEY 2024 – Italian Exhibition Group Spa SPII S.p.A., the Italian subsidiary of Schaltbau, manufactures contactors and connectors with a…
Our colleague Francesco Colombo brilliantly represented our company as an 𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐈 expert at the recent workshop organized by CIFI. During the event, Francesco presented 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥…
From our partnership with Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, initiatives are born that allow students to get to know and experience our corporate reality. The…
We are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership centered around the psychological well-being of our employees. Today, we join forces with Mindwork – Wellbeing in progress,…
Intelliarm: Revolutionary railway control station. Winner of the Red Dot Award. Advanced ergonomics and safety. Setting a new standard in the industry.
Sunday, February 11th is the International Day of Women in Science and SPII S.p.A. is proud to have a team made up of an exceptional…
Even this year we are an active part of the Generazione d’Industria project “new employment factory” of the city of Saronno, promoted by Confindustria Varese.Yesterday…
Save the dates28 February – 1 March 2024 We look forward to seeing you at #RiminiFiera to talk together about safety in HighVoltage applications, through…
This is a project promoted by our partner Adecco involving technical training institutes, aiming to create a platform for dialogue between students and local companies…
As the seasonal holidays approach, we reflect on the incredible moments and meaningful connections we shared this year. It was a pleasure having you as…
We want to take this moment to express our warmest wishes for a joyful and peaceful Christmas. May the holiday season bring you moments of…
With a history of constant innovation dating back to 1947, SPII has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to creating tailor-made solutions in the field of human-machine…
ISO 9001 and ISO/TS 22163: Adding Value Through Silver Medal Achievement In today’s competitive global railway industry, maintaining high standards of quality has become paramount…
June 8, 2021 is the date that marks the beginning of an unprecedented roadshow which saw #IntelliArm as the protagonist, our innovative driver desk, winner of the Red…
10. SPII’s Charter of Values – #Ethics There can’t be sustainability without ethics. The last and the first thing you do are often the most…
9. SPII’s Charter of Values – #Sustainability There can be no future without personal, environmental, social and economic sustainability. Here we go, we know what…
We celebrated the arrival of Summer by giving ourselves a dedicated moment to share the efforts and successes achieved together during this working year. SPII…
8. SPII’s Charter of Values – #Trust #TakeCare People should take care of their team, and the team should take care of its people The…
The three-month field project, carried out in collaboration with the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and involving students from the MSc in Management, has come to a…
Colleagues Carola Portigliotti and Francesco Colombo were the representatives of SPII’s digital change during this event organized at the Wind Tunnel of the Politecnico di…
Today we have a class of students from the 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥 of ALTIS Università Cattolica visiting our company in Saronno. Our CEO Silvio Zuffetti welcomed them,…
7. SPII’s Charter of Values – #What #How #Why “What” we do is important, “how” is essential but “why” is crucial. More often than not,…
Today, April 28, is 𝑊𝑜𝑟𝑙𝑑 𝐷𝑎𝑦 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝐻𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑡ℎ 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑆𝑎𝑓𝑒𝑡𝑦 𝑎𝑡 𝑊𝑜𝑟𝑘, a holiday established in 2003 by the International Labour Organization. It was created with…
6. SPII’s Charter of Values – #WinWin Assertiveness is the best way to resolve conflict: a solution where everyone wins should always be sought. During…
Silvio Zuffetti has been new CEO of SPII S.p.A (SPII) effective by March 30th, 2023. Silvio Zuffetti has been part of SPII for over 18…
March 19 is Saint Joseph’s Day and it is precisely on this date that Father’s Day occurs in Italy. The origin of Father’s Day dates back…
Today, more than ever, we celebrate Women. All women and first of all our SPII Women! We value the strength of femininity and its freedom…
5. SPII’s Charter of Values – #TryEverything Error is part of progress, butevery mistake should not happen more than once. We always felt proud about…
On a sunny winter day, a training course held by the Responsible for Prevention and Protection Service brought together the emergency teams of the company.…
4. SPII’s Charter of Values – #MakeItHappen #Vision We believe that doing today is better than doing tomorrow, and that thinking about tomorrow makes today…
3. SPII’s Charter of Values – #Passion #Curiosity #Courage We believe everything made with passion has more value, that curiosity is the spark of progress,…
“Whatever you can do, whatever dream you can dream, begin. Boldness carries brilliance, magic and strength. Begin now.” Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Let’s start now…
SPII S.p.A. has just turned 75: a story made up of people, progress and technological innovation to watch with pride. We celebrated this milestone together and…
SPII S.p.A. turns 75! Remembering the past and with an eye to the future, we retrace the moments of a success story, made up of…
We are proud to introduce you the EVO 2.0 Meeting Room ! It is located at our site in Gerenzano, whose space serves as both…
We are pleased to announce that SPII has been awarded a silver medal for its environmental, social and ethical performance evaluation. We received this important…
Getting to the last piece of a series is always a compromise between satisfaction and melancholy Like a beautiful journey that comes to an end.…
8 November 2022Today begins 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲! We are waiting for you at Rimini Fiera to talk together about safety in HighVoltage applications, through the use…
The annual date with the students of the 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 course of the Politecnico di Milano always gives us great satisfaction! Main theme of…
Control levers: the brake of a bike, a boat accelerator, the control of the afterburner of a jet, the traction lever of a train, what…
2. SPII’s Charter of Values – #Inclusion People, women and men, can make the difference. 2020 is a year that draw a line. It did…
SPII, the competence center of the Schaltbau gmbh group, designs and manufactures human-machine interface systems, living engineering as a journey towards the change based on…
𝟭𝟵-𝟮𝟯 𝘀𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮. Save the dates! We are preparing to welcome you to InnoTrans 2022 in Berlin, Germany. SPII S.p.A. and Schaltbau GmbH are awaiting you at 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝟮.𝟮, 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱…
1. SPII’s Charter of Values – #WhereverWeCan Our future, most of the time, depends on us;when it doesn’t,we can still decide how to deal with…
In this article we will talk about a specific ergonomic problem that we found involved different drivers. The issue emerged from several requests made by…
At SPII, hospitality is at home! We are pleased to present you our Summer Room! Here is our new outdoor meeting room – set up…
V-Desk is a device that offers an innovative cab design method based on Virtual Reality technologies at the highest level available today; this method fully…
The open innovation concept is a trending topic nowadays, when talking about business evolution. The concept of “innovation” has always been the main focus for…
– And why we believe so much in them – Values: such an overrated word in the company world, you may think. Everyone talks about…
We have dedicated a new page of our website to our recent revolutionary driver desk IntelliArm, where you can discover it in its smallest details.…
A beautiful morning together! A relay race organized by some Spii collaborators took place on Sunday 12 June at the Lura park in Saronno. We…
Remaining 35 % of shares to be acquired from the Foiadelli founding family Schaltbau has held a 65 % stake in SPII since 2015 Dirk…
V-Desk is now online! Directly on our website, you can find all the information about our innovative product in collaboration with Italdesign, an explosive mix…
As part of their studies in the manufacturing sector, the students of the Technische Hochschule Ulm University, accompanied by professors Dieter Buchberger and Jens Kiefer,…
The disconnection equipments are medium / high power electromechanical devices, which are inserted into the main electrical circuit of the rolling stock, with variable allocation…
Some time ago, a group of train drivers and conductors from Trenord came to visit us and we had the pleasure of letting them try…
A mother’s happiness is like a beacon, lighting up the future but reflected also on the past in the guise of fond memories. Cit. Honorè…
Spii is an Italian company, Center of Competence of the Schaltbau Group for the design and production of human-machine interfaces, where engineering combined with manufacturing…
The women who changed the world never needed to show anything other than their own intelligence.(Rita Levi Montalcini) We stand up for it! I am…
Digitization is the process that allows you to convert a size of the physical world into a numerical value, into an abstract but still real…
Great challenges: facing the complexity of our time. From the point of view of an “old” engineer, speaking of complex systems means debating “systems of…
Alessandro Boldetti, Emiliano Grandi, Paolo Casoretti, Daniele Colombini, Massimo Riccelli, Fabio Devenz, Andrea Maggi, Valentina Marrese, Arianna Tiralongo Spii, as a center of competence, thrives…
Easter is the symbol of Renewal, Joy and Rebirth. It represents an opportunity to regenerate with family and friends. This anniversary follows the arrival of…
IntelliArm means Improved Cab Design and Environment Sustainability. The revolution of the railway market passes above all through the cabin layout. Italy, the homeland of…
Life is not easy for any of us. But what of that? We must have perseverance and, above all, confidence in ourselves. We must believe…
The Vehicle & Transportation Technology Innovation Meeting (30-31 March 2022) is held at Officine Grandi Riparazioni di Torino in Turin and is the only business…
Break area, relaxation area or lounge area – whatever you call it – a space to relax, which is a plus for our company. It…
Footrests with DSD switches allow the driver to operate the driver safety device from an ergonomic seating position while keeping hands free. Additional functions, as…
If you have read the previous articles about our Journey towards Change, you should have understood something by now: we took it very seriously. It…
“One father is more than a hundred schoolmasters.” (George Herbert) “Becoming a father isn’t difficult, But it’s very difficult to be a father.” (Wilhelm Busch) “He who begets…
The future is clear: our world is becoming more and more automated and technology is permeating our lives the more the time passes. Every electronic…
On the occasion of the International Women’s Day, SPII Management has decided to organize a special surprise for us Women! We were invited to an…
A universe of beauty and loving sweetness; of strength, courage and determination; of intelligence and talent!They are daughters, friends, wives, mothers, but also workers, managers…
This is the story so far. SPII’s history is a tale of challenges and successes, of change and reinforcement, of will and adaptability. A story…
We are always eager to participate in initiatives aimed at training and informing specific aspects concerning our professional sector, as well as our passion. We…
People are at the centre. This is our vision and it is concrete! We are pleased to present a new project, in partnership with the…
IntelliArm Urban Scenario Application Safety and reliability are cornerstones of the railway world and since the dawn of this iconic and increasingly eco-friendly way of…
“Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success.” Cit. Henry Ford We are always at the forefront of activities…
The Master Controller is a safety device that controls and conveys the main commands of the train: traction and braking. Its function can therefore be…
Our passions are the true phoenixes; when the old one is burnt out, a new one rises from its ashes.Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Source: catania.meridionews.it.…
Today we are talking about FLEXIBLE WORKING HOUR: a fashionable topic in recent times. The coronavirus pandemic has led to a huge increase in teleworking…
“It was a day like any other, we all got to the office ready to start our jobs…but instead we found stickers and bananas on…
2021 was a year of challenges and victories We want to tell you about it like this… SPII wishes you happy holidays and best wishes…
The Christmas holidays are a perfect opportunity to thank friends, suppliers, customers and colleagues for the work done during the year and to take a…
WHAT ARE YELLOW MACHINES? Operating machines, also known as “yellow machines“, are used for the maintenance of the railway infrastructure. Although there is no regulatory…
No doubt we live in a hyper-competitive World. We are always encouraged, either explicitly or implicitly, to “be the best“, to crush our competition, to…
It’s time to our annual date with the students of the Automation of Electric Transport Systems course of Politecnico of Milan. The lesson was held…
The human foot is a work of art and an engineering masterpiece (Michelangelo Buonarroti) How many actions do you perform with your feet, often even…
SPII and Italdesign welcome you to the new future! Train drivers were asked to imagine and create their workplace with the new #V-Desk. They were…
Avanchair’s crowdfunding campaign June 13th, 2021 was a very special day. Maybe you didn’t realize it, but on that day the life of 130 million…
What do you think is the best way to make people cooperate? Give them a common goal? Make them feel part of something greater, you…
Company processes are the way to achieve the best possible quality for products designing, manufacturing and validation. In this article we will focus on the…
“You never get a second chance to make a first impression” (Oscar Wilde) We have decided to give our company a new face! We started…
We ended our latest technical article on “How to include train drivers in the design process” with a rather open question: how can you overcome…
The world is evolving, especially towards the technological path.It is changing faster than ever and we are changing with it! During the last few years,…
Picture 1 – source: Verga Formazione – Electrical Risk Course We speak more and more often about workplace safety referring to the set of measures…
If you truly want to change a company’s culture into one fueled by the knowledge that “it depends on me“, you need two important elements:…
It started Red Dot Design Week: you can see award-winning project on www.red-dot.org. We want to share with you our celebrations as Red Dot Design…
Our latest poll just ended and the result is absolutely significant: more than 300 train drivers would like to be involved in the design process…
We all need to come back to normal life! EXPO Ferroviaria 2021 Fair will be for sure a way to start again with new products and…
We have mostly been led to believe that “real change starts from the bottom up“. That any important, consistent change needs to originate from the…
On 21/09/2020 the new train of the Moscow Metro 2020 was presented. It entered service in the autumn of the same year. Here you go…
Our partnership with Italdesign is strengthened! It was a great pleasure for us to host Jörg Astalosch, Nicola Guelfo and Corrado Becchio – respectively CEO,…
Fabio Tognetti at SPII Evolution What would you do, if it all depended on you? What would you do, if you didn’t have any more…
No language can express the power and beauty and heroism of a mother’s love. Cit. Edwin H. Chapin Mother represents the origin of each of…
Do you remember humanism, the philosophical stance that emphasizes the potential and agency of human beings, individually and socially? Philosophy may look so distant from…
We have a dream. Actually, it’s more like a vision. It is a human being, not male nor female, just human. And it is at…
The somatosensory system involves an enormous variety of sensations, not just vibrations or pressure, but also pain, temperature, and the position and movement of the…
The conclusions of the previous article on this topic was somehow on a middle ground: we established that including train drivers in the design process…
Any change process is a long, complex journey: it doesn’t happen in a day, nor in a week. It spans for months, it involves all…
“If an egg is broken by an outside force, life ends. If broken by an inside force, life begins. Great things always begin from the…
There are many awards for the design industry, but there is just one whose name is capable of giving a designer goosebumps. Or even better,…
What would happen if Ford had asked people what they wanted? Probably…this! Fun fact: more often than not, the people who will actually use an…
It’s always a pleasure when your company is recognized at an international level, with requests for speaking at public events.And when the theme is as…
On the 11th of March 2021, SPII was awarded a prize that is very dear to our heart: the one for the category “women in…
Today is a special day. A day to celebrate the force of creation, of change, of resilience.A great day to remember what we should know…
As a designer, I have always dreamt of creating products that are not just an aesthetic cover for a technological content, but rather a real…
The world is moving fast. Maybe too fast. Too fast for us to slow down and check if the direction is right. We keep going,…
“Creativity is just connecting things. When you ask creative people how they did something, they feel a little guilty because they didn’t really do it,…
Roberto Foiadelli – Chairman of the board of SPII & Federico Visconti – Rector Of LIUC We are always interested in promoting cultural and educational…
“We are no more fully alive, more completely ourselves, and more deeply absorbed in something, than when we play.” (Charles E. Schaefer) The game is…
How many hours a day do you stay seated? The answer could be: many, perhaps too many! Sitting at the computer, reading a good book,…
“We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we’re curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.” – cit. Walt…
A “futuristic” spaceship’s driver cab from Star Trek from the 60′ It’s not easy to answer this kind of question. Probably future trains’ driver cabs…
“Do you want to know where I found my inspiration? In a tree; the tree supports the large branches, these the smaller branches and the…
As we know very well by now, SPII’s history is tightly connected with the story of the city that hosts the company and of the…
Italian technology “Power is nothing without control” said a famous slogan of the Pirelli brand, for the first time 25 years ago. The company, global…
2020 was a year of challenges! The coronavirus pandemic has changed our lives, the world we live in and our company too. We have changed…
This is going to be a Christmas like no other…so let us wish you a very merry Christmas in a way like no other! With our…
There are not many companies today who can date back their origin to over 70 years ago. Even fewer are the ones who managed to…
We are proud to describe our reality to middle school students.Our goal is to make them understand how important the #passion for their work is and that…
At first it could sound like a strange question. But if you follow me until the end, you will see it is not. Take the automotive…
We want to thank all the guys who have chosen to participate with us at this online edition of the PMI DAY of the Polytechnic…
“What happened to simplicity?” asked Charles Bukowski “we all seem put on a stage, and we all feel obliged to put on a show”. Since…
The place where we live has a strong influence over who we are. This is true for people, but it is also true for companies.…
Autonomous cars, driverless trains, remotely controlled excavators: everyday new tests and applications on the field show how the sci-fi future described by Isaac Asimov in…
We love our job and we are committed every day to improve the relationship between man and machine by designing and implementing technological, ergonomic and…
We are back…more locked and loaded than ever! Once again we were pleased to give a lecture to the students of the Automation of Electric…
“Teamwork divides tasks and multiplies success” Thanks to our colleagues who, despite the current difficult situation, gave their availability to participate in this event and…
Today the Student Internship project ends. The program was organized in collaboration with the school IPSIA, located in Saronno, at the beginning of the 2019/2020…
The new SPII website is online!!! Its completely renewed graphics and content turns navigation into a user friendly engaging dive, communicating creativity, technology, core values…
“Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore.” – cit. Andre Gide Continuous development needs people with #passion, #curiosity and #courage.…
During this hard period of quarantine I realized that many things changed to me. I re-discovered the meanings of “some little things” (baking a good…
The important thing is never stop learning! For this reason, today we took part in a “LinkedIn Efficient” online course and there were many of…
The Schaltbau Group Management just held its annual kick off meeting in Munich to prepare for a successful year 2020. We are really looking forward…
SPII S.p.A. design customized solution since 1947. Since 2015 SPII S.p.A. is the global Center of Competence of the Schaltbau GmbH for Human Machine Interface. In Schaltbau Holding AG, SPII means…
SPII S.p.A. wishes the best to you and your families! May this Holidays be a time of peace and rest, so that we can find ourselves…
ISM (International Sales Meeting) Schaltbau GmbH in Hamburg “When the wind of change blows impetuously there are those who raise walls and who, looking ahead,…
Committed to continuous improvement, Schaltbau GmbH Group, through SPII S.p.A. Center of Competence, has been appraised at Level 2 of the CMMI® Institute’s Capability Maturity Model Integration on 25th October…
