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An international corporate group with the heart of a family business

The Bell Safety Group is a family-owned industrial company with a modern management model and an international distribution net. The Group operates on a philosophy of reliability, competence and innovation, and consists of four companies covering the entire plastics processing chain. It is widely recognized as a primary technological mediator through its products and processes.

In 2021, the Group made its latest acquisition, incorporating PLASTICI INDUSTRIALI, a benchmark in the field of Italian engineering stock shapes.

The parent company, Omnia Plastica, is based in Italy and has offices in Busto Arsizio (Varese), Cinisello Balsamo (Milan) and Parma.
The Group's first processing and distribution subsidiary, Industrial Plastics Europe, was established in Holland in 1972.
To gain a comprehensive overview of northern European markets, the Group established a subsidiary in the UK in 1997, known as Plastim. More recently, in 2013, the Group opened a new branch, Plastem, to handle distribution on the African continent.

QUALITY & SAFETY

QUALITY & SAFETY

We carefully select raw materials and process them in compliance with applicable regulations to ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality and safety.
TECHNOLOGY

TECHNOLOGY

Our dedicated R&D lab brings together the industry's most qualified professionals to deliver innovation and excellence
SUSTAINABILITY

SUSTAINABILITY

Respect for materials, innovation and process optimisation is our tangible contribution to the circular economy.
CUSTOMISATION

CUSTOMISATION

Our experience and in-house management of all processes allow us to support the customer from the idea to production, providing not only products, but also solutions.

TIMELINE

1950
1950

Pierino Castiglioni founds Omnia Plastica SAS. The company's core business is focused on injection molding of technical articles.
1951
1951

Pierino Castiglioni sas is officially registered and joins the Industrial Association of the province of Varese.
1954
1954

The molding department is expanded with state-of-the-art presses.
1956
1956

The technical office is strengthened to support customer customization needs.
1958
1958

Inauguration of the extrusion process for technical semi-finished products. The first conditioning ovens are introduced to eliminate internal stresses in the product.
1959
1959

Omnia Plastica diversifies its business by producing the first motorcycle helmet called "Paso" made of polycarbonate. This marks the beginning of production dedicated to finished molded products with anti-abrasion and anti-fog treatments with high technology.
1965
1965

The first fire helmet made of polycarbonate is produced for the United States.
1972
1972

Industrial Plastics Europe BV is established in Nieuwegein, Netherlands. The production facility, spanning over 4,500 square meters, is dedicated to the production of plastic semi-finished components and high technical products.
1978
1978

Omnia Plastica invests in the anionic polymerization department of caprolactam, namely PAG casting.
1983
1983

Plastici Industriali srl is established. The 2,500 square meter facility in Cinisello Balsamo is involved in the production and distribution of plastic semi-finished products, finished parts and components with high technical polymer materials.
1984
1984

Omnia Plastica invests in hard coating treatments for molded polycarbonate parts with optical quality.
1985
1985

The internationalization process continues with the establishment of Plastim Ltd. In the current 2,000 square meter production facility, thermoplastic components are produced for the United Kingdom and Ireland.
2000
2000

Omnia Plastica joins Bieffe Holding Srl and acquires the division dedicated to public order products: anti-riot shields, body protection devices, protective helmets, batons, gas masks.
2001
2001

Omnia Plastica acquires the motorcycle helmet brand and public order products from Bell, establishing Bell Motohelmets srl. Later, Motosport srl is founded in Lucca to produce, assemble, and distribute full-face and jet motorcycle helmets for both sports and leisure activities, as well as public order.
2008
2008

Expansion in East Asia where, in partnership with one of the largest sports helmet manufacturing company, PT Vista Kusuma is established, dedicated to the production of visors and optical screens with anti-abrasion treatments.
2010
2010

Compositi Industriali srl, dedicated to the production of composite fiber products, is incorporated into Motosport srl.
2013
2013

PLASTEM (Pyt) LTD is established in Johannesburg, South Africa. This rapidly developing company is making its mark in the mining sector, packaging industry, and chemical sector by offering a wide range of semi-finished products and related services.
2016
2016

The anionic polymerization department is rebuilt and restarted after the heavy fire in 2013. The department, which was completely destroyed, is now the flagship of the group and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies.
2020
2020

Merger by incorporation of Plastici Industriali srl.
2021
2021

New headquarters in Parma, Via Veroni 24/A.
2023
2023

To increase energy efficiency, the photovoltaic system at the Busto Arsizio production plant is renovated, contributing to its energy needs.

THE GROUP AND ITS COMPANIES

The Bell Safety Group is the Holding company headquartered in Italy, which brings together the best international companies in the plastics processing chain, with Omnia Plastica as the parent company.
OMNIA PLASTICA

OMNIA PLASTICA

Established in 1950 and based in Busto Arsizio (Varese, Italy), Omnia Plastica oversees and manages the entire plastic polymer processing chain using various technologies ranging from extrusion to anionic polymerisation. Injection moulding and surface treatment departments ensure a complete range of services in the engineering polymers sector.

GRIGLIA ANZIENDE

BELL SAFETY DEFENCE & SECURITY - Italy

BELL SAFETY DEFENCE & SECURITY - Italy

This is the division that specialises in the design and production of body protection devices and gas masks for law enforcement agencies. The in-house research and development laboratory designs, tests and produces only cutting-edge high-performance technology, including for composite materials.

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PLASTIM LTD - Great Britain

PLASTIM LTD - Great Britain

The company specializes in the retail and machining of plastic stock shapes of technical parts in the industrial sector across UK and Ireland. They offer a broad selection of polymer materials in both standard and custom cut-to- size components.

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INDUSTRIAL PLASTICS EUROPE B.V. - Holland

INDUSTRIAL PLASTICS EUROPE B.V. - Holland

A supplier of high-quality plastic stock shapes and technical parts for the industrial sector. The in-house production department performs all types of machining - laser cutting, CNC milling and turning - as well as bending, gluing and wire welding.

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PT VISTA KUSUMA - Indonesia

PT VISTA KUSUMA - Indonesia

A company specialized in the production and hard coating of visors for motorbike helmets. With specialised personnel and a state-of-the-art production line, they are experts in polycarbonate injection moulding, hard coating, anti-scratch and anti-fog coatings.
PLASTEM (PYT) LTD - South Africa

PLASTEM (PYT) LTD - South Africa

Based in Johannesburg, they are one of the largest retailers of plastic stock shapes in South Africa. Established in 2013, the company is dedicated to the mining, earth moving and chemical sector, offering a wide range of thermoplastics. Excellent service, top-quality products and affordable prices.

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