Yours is a company with 57 years of history behind it: how do you manage to combine tradition and innovation?

“Fass, in more than 50 years of activity, has been able to evolve without losing its connection with its territory. Most of our employees come from the local community, and we actively support sports and cultural initiatives in the area. This connection has allowed us to grow with strong roots while embracing innovation. Today, we are constantly investing in research and development to ensure quality, and advanced solutions, always respecting our identity and values.”

So how does technological innovation come to be embodied?

“With our configurator. This tool is an important additional service for our customers, offering partners the ability to quickly and intuitively customize products, streamlining the selection process and digitally reducing development time.”

Explain in more detail.

“We have developed one configurator at the moment: the handle configurator that allows you to select type, colors, sizes and technical details of the handles. And we are working on launching a new tool to make the configuration of our products even more unique and usable.”

With which results?

“Thanks to these tools, Fass offers its partners a unique flexibility. In addition, we continue to invest in state-of-the-art automated machinery, managing all processing steps in-house thanks to our production verticalization. This allows us to guarantee high quality standards, reduce the risk of nonconformity, and offer targeted solutions for the market.”
Today, environmental sustainability goes hand in hand with technological innovation and is a central focus for every company: how does Fass pursue this goal?
“Sustainability is a fundamental pillar of our company. At the beginning of 2025 we published our first sustainability report, a significant milestone that allows us to transparently report on our environmental, social and economic commitment. This document brings together data, initiatives and achievements on our journey toward increasingly responsible and sustainable production. To reduce our environmental impact, we have invested in renewable energy, installing photovoltaic panels that power part of our production and help reduce carbon dioxide emissions.”

What about the circular economy?

“We strongly believe in it: we recover and re-generate production waste, limiting the use of virgin raw materials and promoting a more efficient and sustainable production model. This approach has led us to develop the Natural Green line, made with up to 95 percent recycled materials, thus offering our partners environmentally friendly solutions without compromising quality and performance. And our commitment extends even beyond manufacturing.”

Design rights protection and the strategic role of industrial property in Fass

On April 26 we celebrate International Intellectual Property Day, an occasion to reflect on the importance of protecting ideas and innovations. For us, although this is unusual in our industry, it is a fundamental pillar of the FASS reality: in fact, we have always invested in research and development, (also with the help of designers), to consolidate our competitive advantage and counter imitations.

Fass Licenses

Research is the engine of our growth, supported by a strategy of industrial property protection. We currently hold:

– 9 invention patents, with extensive international coverage, including Europe, Asia and the Americas;
– 2 utility model patents;
– 21 design deposits;
– 1 globally registered trademark.

One of the latest achievements is the patent for the Super4 broom, a solution that integrates three different types of fibers, each with a specific function, combined with a “barrier crossing.”
Another example is the mechanism introduced and patented in the fass cap that allows it to rotate while remaining a single piece, thus improving the ergonomics and functionality of the product.

Utility model and design patents: differences and role

In addition to invention patents, we use utility model patents, which are instruments of protection designed to protect functional improvements made to existing products. These patents are particularly useful for incremental innovations, which, without being revolutionary, offer improved technical solutions.
Industrial design, on the other hand, protects the visual elements of a product, such as shape, colors and distinctive lines. While patents address the technical workings of an invention, design focuses on visual identity and aesthetic impact, strengthening our brand recognition and consumer loyalty.

Design protection

Industrial design is not merely an aesthetic element, but a distinctive factor that gives identity and recognizability to our products. For this reason, we register our designs to safeguard their originality, avoiding unauthorized reproductions and ensuring exclusivity that strengthens our competitiveness. In an industry where attention to innovation or product aesthetics is often marginal, we have chosen to constantly invest in design, collaborating with experts to develop solutions that combine functionality and visual identity.
We are one of the few companies in the household cleaning supplies industry that can guarantee the production of protected and nonreplicable designs, not only at the European level. Through our design warehouses, we offer our partners solid protection against counterfeits, ensuring them a real competitive advantage.

We are proud to announce the release of our first Sustainability Report, which represents a step forward in our commitment towards transparency, social responsibility and environmental protection. This document is the result of teamwork and the desire to share with you the path we are taking towards an increasingly sustainable and resilient business model.

A journey more than 50 years long

Since 1968, Fass has distinguished itself by combining quality, innovation and design in the service of cleaning. Our Easy Cleaning concept reflects the philosophy that guides us: to offer products that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing to simplify consumers’ daily lives. However, being a benchmark in the industry does not only mean responding to today’s needs, but also looking to tomorrow with responsibility.

The challenges of the present and our response

We live in a changing global context, marked by complex challenges such as the transition to sustainability, digitalisation and the uncertainty of markets. To meet them, we are committed to international standards such as ISO 14001 for the environment, SA 8000 for social responsibility and ISO 9001 for quality.
Another key element has been the adoption of our Code of Ethics, which guides us in maintaining consistency between our principles and our actions. This approach underpins Fass’ sustainability strategy, which aims to:
– Reduce the environmental impact of our products.
– Improve resource efficiency.
– Adopt planet-friendly production processes.

Central themes of the Sustainability Report

In the report, we addressed several important topics, including:
1. Economy and transparency: the value generated, governance and our commitment to ethics and regulatory compliance.
2. People and society: occupational health and safety, equal opportunities and lifelong learning.
3. Environment and raw materials: environmental policies, resource management and nature conservation projects and collaborations.

Towards a sustainable future

This report is a moment of reflection and a promise for the future. We reaffirm our commitment to continue building value together, supporting the communities in which we operate. With the claim Totally Made in FASS, we reaffirm our pride in the excellence achieved through the contribution of every person who works with us and those who choose our products.
We invite you to consult the entire document on our website to discover all the details.

At FASS, we have always believed in the importance of investing in advanced technology to guarantee our partners high quality products that are sustainable and made with efficient processes.

The excellence of Made in Italy machineries
The choice to use mainly machineries designed and built in Italy is not random: it represents a perfect combination of technological innovation and attention to detail. These tools allow us to:
– Achieve high quality standards, thanks to precision technology.
– Optimise production processes, reducing machining times and waste.
– Integrate advanced control and traceability features, ensuring constant quality monitoring.
Each machine is designed to meet specific production requirements, with a focus on energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact.

Automation and sustainability are the focus
Our production is strongly oriented towards automation and sustainability: all our machines are equipped with waste recovery systems, allowing us to minimise waste and adopt a circular approach, reintegrating materials into production cycles.

The new EKW 28Pi: an example of innovation
Among our latest machinery, the EKW 28Pi full electric press stands out. This model represents a further evolution towards sustainable, automated production. Fully electric, it eliminates the use of hydraulic oil, traditionally used for machinery of this type, thus reducing environmental impact. It is also equipped with the latest generation of servomotors, which guarantee optimised energy consumption and extreme precision in the work phases. Furthermore, thanks to the integrated robot and the connection to our management system, it allows continuous quality control and simplifies packaging operations.

A constant commitment to the future
The adoption of advanced technology is an ongoing commitment for us. Thanks to our equipment, we can guarantee efficient production processes, superior quality products and constant attention to the environment. At FASS, technology is at the service of people and the planet.

On the National Tree Day, we want to share a crucial aspect of our ecological commitment: our collaboration with Treedom to create the “Easy Cleaning Forest.” Since 2023, we have managed to plant no less than 1,000 trees scattered in countries such as Ecuador, Kenya, Cameroon, Haiti, Nepal, Tanzania, Colombia, and Guatemala. Each of them has a specific goal aimed at improving the environment and supporting the local communities involved. In fact, coffee, dynamite, cocoa and mango trees have been grafted, selected to meet the specific needs of each area.

Easy Cleaning Forest: a long-lasting impact

This forest is a long-term commitment: we do not simply plant, but we ensure that these trees can grow and thrive, generating benefits on multiple levels. In fact, the trees in our forest will help reduce atmospheric CO₂, absorbing a total of 297.75 tons of CO₂ during their life cycle ( which is equivalent to the emissions of about 2.3 million kilometers driven by an average gasoline car, with an estimated average of 130 g of CO₂ per kilometer). This uptake represents one of many concrete actions that FASS is taking to foster a more sustainable and green future.

Environmental benefits

Planted trees not only bring environmental benefits, but also improve the ecosystem as a whole. In fact, planting helps to:
• counteract soil erosion.
• enrich biodiversity.
• preserve soil fertility.
• create ecosystems that are sustainable for the long term.

Each tree is chosen and cared for so that it can integrate into its surroundings, producing maximum ecological benefits and increasing the resilience of soil and natural resources.

Social benefits

Working with Treedom allows us to directly engage NGOs and local communities in a process of land resource enhancement. Through funding, training and technical assistance, we make it possible for each tree to represent an opportunity for economic and nutritional growth. In fact, local communities not only graft the trees, but also benefit in the long run from the fruit, wood, and new opportunities that arise from these projects. This model supports their economic independence and ensures a more prosperous future for generations to come.

A commitment to future generations

In our journey toward sustainability, every tree planted and every product created with sustainable materials are concrete steps toward a greener future. With Easy Cleaning Forest and our green line, we aim to generate a positive impact beyond the environment, while also supporting local communities and promoting a more equitable economy. On this National Tree Day, we renew our commitment to cultivating a cleaner, more nature-friendly world for ourselves and future generations