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Our story
Falorni Glass Furnaces: the value of customization since 1958
The history of Falorni Gianfranco Srl is the story of a family that, for three generations of dedication, has enhanced a business philosophy that finds in the passion for glass its signature. It was Gianfranco Falorni who founded the core of a family-run company that today has two divisions, one for the artistic glass ( Falorni Glass Furnaces ) and one for the industrial sector ( Falornitech) both active worldwide
The Company was established in Empoli (southwest of Florence, Tuscany) in 1958: the Empoli region was a glass-manufacturing site and it is thought that glass production in Empoli began during the 13th century, with the creation of “Verde” glassware. The typical green coloured glass was a consequence of the mineral content of the local sand, which was used in the creation of much glassware in the region consisted in everyday objects, bottles, flasks, decanters and glass items used for dining.
The Company is leader in the manufacturing of continuous and discontinuos furnaces with pre-heated air/natural gas and with oxygen/natural gas, for the production of soda-lime glass, lead crystal, borosilicate and special glass. All the furnaces are handmade and tailored on the glass maker needs: you will never have a furnace like another one because every furnace is unique. Falorni Glass Furnaces have been building more of 250 furnaces and all of them are still in operation all over the world.
Starting from a counseling service, Falorni Glass Furnaces provides consultancy, design and ‘turn-key’ solutions for glasswork and glass studio: in addition of melting furnace, it can be provided equipment, raw materials etc.
Our History
This year, Impulso was established by our founders and partners.
We gained additional support from government in California, Nevada, Florida, and other US States.
With development of technology, demand on our products increased.
Due to the growing population in the Eastern part of the USA, we decided to construct our fourth plant in Georgia.
Our engineers developed new method of pipe production.
Our newest plant in Virginia wins the “Best Metal Fabrication Plant” award for the highest number of parts produced and sold in the area.
Today we have ambituous plans concerning our further development in the US as well as opening our first metal fabrication plant in Europe.
Our Heritage
Our heritage are the skills, knowledge, commitment and enthusiasm of our people. Falorni’s people have uniqued expertise and a variety of backgrounds and nationalities but they share a common passion for glass. This diversity means our customers benefit from a breadth of perspectives coupled with in-depth technical knowledge.
Our people all around the world allows us to meet new people from different cultures and different countries and learn from one another
Our Management Team
CEO
Adam Hamilton brings to Impulso more than 30 years’ experience in the metal trade and manufacturing industry - 20 as
Head of Innovation Department
Philip and his team of researchers, engineers, and scientists prove that even in tough market conditions, there is always a
Office Manager
David has spent 10 years ensuring the Impulso office runs smoothly and efficiently as it is an essential part of
Head of Purchasing
In 2000, Richard became our purchasing representative and later, oversaw shipping and receiving. He was trained internally, bringing experience and