Copyright International Business Times
Since its founding in the 1980s by Gianni Paccapelo and Loni Mevorah, Sotov Corporation has built a reputation rooted in enduring relationships and technical precision. Originally established to connect a cluster of Italian forging workshops with international customers, the company has evolved into a forging specialist known for its attention to detail and a hands-on philosophy that prioritizes care over speed, guiding projects from initial drawing review to final shipment. Today, Sotov blends traditional forging expertise with modern supply chain precision. Representing a network of Italian producers skilled in open-die forging and ring rolling, the company also works with select machining firms to deliver finished components when needed. Based in Milan, Sotov plays a hands-on role throughout the production process. It interprets technical drawings, selects the most suitable manufacturing partners, coordinates heat treatments and testing, and helps ensure that each delivery includes the required documentation and certifications. Andrea Patron, Sotov's Managing Director, says, "Our work is a series of commitments delivered through precise technical details, the kind of care that turns a drawing into a reliable part used in the field." This integrative role is reinforced by a relationship-driven business model that dates back to the company's early days. The founders' emphasis on traveling to meet potential clients face-to-face established a pattern that continues today. "Our account managers serve as single points of contact," shares Patron. "They oversee projects from inquiry through production and post-delivery support." The result of this approach is a mutual understanding across the supply chain, enabling smoother coordination between clients and the forging and machining workshops Sotov represents. Over time, these personal connections have matured into professional rhythms that help calibrate lead times, align quality checks with specifications, and select mills with the right certifications. Complimenting its relational approach is Sotov's technical depth. Decades of experience have helped build expertise in material selection and process planning. The company's involvement often extends beyond supplier selection to include production schedules, inspection plans, and manufacturing documentation for specialized projects. This technical fluency reflects Sotov's thoughtful approach to service. "We move forward with commitments when we're confident that our standards can be upheld and our partners are well-positioned to deliver," Patron states. "That confidence is built through a transparent process. When each step is clearly defined, it helps foster trust." Sotov operates as a wide-reaching supply network, drawing on Italian expertise in forging and machining to support component production. CMF is their main supplier, where they are also shareholders and have a person on the Board of Directors. Its expansion into raw material distribution, including sourcing specialized steel for ring rolling from the Czech Republic, adds depth to its production planning, strengthening its role as a strategic coordinator. The company's market focus spans marine propulsion, heavy industrial equipment, energy systems such as wind and subsea installations, and other applications requiring robust forged parts and precise finishing. In these sectors, Sotov acts as an extension of its manufacturing partners, representing their capabilities and maintaining alignment between technical requirements and production strengths. This role is guided by a supplier philosophy that favors long-term collaboration over short-term cost savings and a flexible network approach. "When a request falls outside of our immediate scope, we refer clients to our trusted partners," Patron shares. "That's how we uphold our standards while meeting client needs." Committed to continuity and growth, Sotov aims to refine its supplier partnerships, deepen technical support, and back investments in production capability. "Our future depends on fulfilling promises with consistency," Patron emphasizes. In a sector where reliability outweighs rhetoric, Sotov continues to position itself as a steady, discerning forging specialist that blends technical judgment, supplier stewardship, and the personal touch that has defined its journey from Milan to the global stage.
