Innovation. Technology. Design. These are the words that define RUPES.
RUPES is a family owned and operated company, founded in Milan, Italy in 1947. Since its inception, RUPES’ commitment to product innovation and quality manufacturing has defined the company as a worldwide benchmark manufacturer of professional electric and pneumatic tools, accessory items and vacuum systems.
Designing the future for over 70 years.
Our commitment to research and development has been the driving factor in the success of the company. The focus on designing and manufacturing products that are in total compliance with health and safety regulations, offer enhanced worker comfort, and provide innovative solutions is at the core of each new product initiative. Our history is composed of achievements, challenges, ideas, and international successes.
Facility & Vision for the Future.
In January of 2015 RUPES SpA acquired Colorado based tool manufacturer Cyclo Toolmakers, Inc. subsequently forming the company we know today as RUPES USA. The North American division of the Italian based manufacturer has gone on to become an additional manufacturing site for the company as well as providing US based support, training, and sales. Furthering that commitment to the US market, in November of 2017 the new state-of-the-art manufacturing, training and support facility for RUPES USA was completed.
1947
RUPES SpA is founded in Italy.
1951
In 1951 the RUPES 123 Stork is launched and instantly becomes an international hit that sparked the continued evolution of existing machine tools. 
1955
The Wonder W2 multi-speed double-sided rotary polisher is introduced. 
1962
RUPES introduces the new TP/PC drill, the first tool in the world with a body made of technical polymer instead of traditional cast metals. The new plastic material reduced the weight of the tool and improved electrical insulation, and improved worker safety. Later plastic housing tools would become an international standard. 
1968
RUPES revolutionized the world of sanding by launching the first electric random orbital sander, the BR 8. Dust removal systems were also integrated into all RUPES sanders to improve operator safety. 
1974
The LE 7 is released and introduces the world to the first electric orbital palm sander. It’s the first machine of its kind designed for single handed operation. 
1985
1985 marked the introduction of new vacuum systems, both centralized and mobile. These systems were aimed at the removal of dust generated in smoothing processes, and developed the RUPES “Energy Car”, the first mobile trolleys equipped with vacuum, designed to be easily moved around the workplace. 
1996
RUPES introduces the EK 150, the first gear-driven orbital sander/polisher. 
1997
RUPES moves into a new state-of-the-art facility in Vermezzo – Milan, Italy. 
2000
RUPES is awarded the Star of Excellence for the full assembly line automation of the electric motor manufacturing process. RUPES continues to be one of the few companies in the world with the in-house capability to wind motors for electric tools. 
2008
The LHR150 marks the early stages of large orbit polishers, featuring a 10mm orbit compared to the standard 8mm orbit found in most orbital polishing tools at the time. 
2010
The LHR21ES is introduced and the BigFoot polishing revolution begins 
2015
RUPES SpA acquires Colorado based Cyclo Toolmakers and creates RUPES USA, Inc. Cyclo becomes part of the RUPES family of brands. 
2016
RUPES USA officially begins manufacturing of the LHR21 and LHR15 tools for the US market at their Longmont, Colorado facility. This marks the first time principle assembly of RUPES tools has happened outside of Milan, Italy. 
2017
RUPES USA completes construction of their new state-of-the-art manufacturing and training facility in Louisville, Colorado. 