About us
Integrated Engineering Capabilities
Graffer operates as a fully integrated engineering partner, delivering complete ropeway solutions across all product categories and project phases.
Our History
The first toboggan race is organized on Monte Bondone.
The first Graffer lift is built in Madonna di Campiglio.
The first ski lift with a seat is installed on the Marmolada Glacier.
A chairlift is installed for an exhibition in Trento.
Numerous single-seat chairlifts are built throughout the Alpine region.
Designed, produced, and installed all the ski lifts for the Cortina d’Ampezzo Winter Olympics.
Exported over 150 systems to Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, Montenegro, Kosovo, and Macedonia.
The first “back-and-forth” prototype in Gardolo, featuring a winch motor, hydraulic pump, and hydraulic piston counterweight.
Technical cooperation with Union Greece and production cooperation with YUGOSLAVIA
Exported over 120 systems to Sweden and Finland with Vintertec Service Helsinki.
Developed “air-walks” for amusement parks and parallel markets (Gardaland, Athens, Tashkent, Jeddah, Catania, Lisbon).
Collaboration with Agudio for construction of automatic chairlifts.
Designed and built automatic systems in Folgarida, Marilleva, Pinzolo, Abetone, and Valle d’Aosta.
Built installations for international events, including Nordic Ski World Cup and Snowboard World Cup in Folgarida.
Over 2000 ropeway systems had been built.
Dissolution of the previous Graffer Seggiovie company due to internal issues.
Graffer S.r.l. acquires the rights and revives the company.
New Projects
Focus on new fixed-grip solutions.
Entry into the second-hand ski lift market.
Repositioning of second-hand ropeways.
Emphasis on refurbishments, maintenance, and after-sales service.
Cable car overhauls, including work for ENEL (electricity production company).
Prada–Costabella basket lift “turnkey” installation.
Fixed-grip chairlifts (2, 4, and 6-seat configurations).
Overhaul & relocation of 2P chairlift in Colere (BG).
Overhaul & relocation of 3P chairlift.
Overhaul & relocation of 4P chairlift.
Focus on refurbishments, maintenance, and after-sales service.
Focus on general and special revisions.
Focus on general and special revisions.
Overhaul “Chiaia” funicular in Naples.
Overhaul “Camigliatello” gondola ropeway.
Overhaul “Erice” gondola ropeway.
Revision “Gran Sasso” jig-back.
2nd revision “Gran Sasso” jig-back.
Core capabilities include
Design & Line Engineering
Advanced route planning, capacity modeling and system optimization tailored to terrain, demand and regulatory constraints.
Manufacturing & Installation
In-house production and assembly of mechanical, electrical and structural components, combined with on-site installation and commissioning.
Modernization & Retrofit
Upgrading existing systems to current standards, including safety compliance, performance improvements and automation integration.
Maintenance & Lifecycle Services
Comprehensive support covering preventive maintenance, overhaul, spare parts supply and long-term system reliability.
Turnkey Project Delivery
End-to-end execution from feasibility and design to installation and operational handover, ensuring full accountability and performance.
Market Positioning
Graffer’s portfolio spans the entire ropeway spectrum, enabling targeted solutions across multiple applications:
- Low-cost / Low-capacity
Surface lifts and basket systems for simple, efficient transport solutions - Mid-range Systems
Fixed-grip chairlifts balancing capacity, reliability and cost efficiency - High-capacity Systems
Detachable chairlifts and gondolas for intensive transport demand - Infrastructure-grade Solutions
Funiculars and aerial cable cars for complex terrain and strategic mobility links
This structured portfolio enables Graffer to address tourism, urban mobility and industrial transport applications within a unified and scalable platform, positioning the company as a comprehensive ropeway solutions provider.