CMA HYDRO Delivers Hydro-Mechanical Installation Services Across Europe

The Italian company CMA HYDRO, active across Europe through its 3 branches in France, Norway and Switzerland, is highly specialized in mechanical installation of hydro equipment such as turbines, generators, valves, gates, penstocks, piping, etc., as well as in the expertise in design and supply of customized hydro valves like butterfly valves, spherical valves, hollow-jet valves, etc. and any kind of gates, penstocks, piping, hydraulic power units and more… (see more details on website: www.cmahydro.com)

Integrated On-Site Services for Hydropower Projects

In the hydro sector, CMA HYDRO is recognized for its strong field-based expertise, with highly specialized teams who perform complex mechanical operations on site, in hydropower plants and clients’ workshops. In fact, the company has an integrated approach and covers a wide range of activities, including on-site machining, welding, sandblasting, painting and scaffolding assembly which ensure flexibility, reactivity and high-quality support throughout every project phase.
CMA HYDRO is currently active on various sites simultaneously, working either as a main contractor or subcontractor, depending on the project. Among these, a major project is underway in Italy, near Venice, for ENEL, the Italian largest hydro public utility. For this project, the company designed and manufactured a new penstock, dismantled the existing one and is now completing the on-site installation (see pictures).
At the same time, CMA HYDRO is involved in several hydro equipment disassembly and installation projects across Italy, Switzerland, Austria and France (see pictures), in collaboration with leading hydro equipment manufacturers and public utilities.
Among the company’s various activities, a key one is the complete assembly of generators — including stacking, winding, and brazing (see picture above) — which offers a fully integrated specialized service appreciated by clients.

Experienced Multidisciplinary Teams Drive Project Success

The greatest strength of CMA HYDRO comes from its workforce: an experienced team of mechanics, welders, pipefitters, painters, and technicians in the hydropower sector. Its wide expertise allows the company to manage complex projects with a flexible and reliable approach. This strength is further enhanced by a multilingual team, both in its offices and on site, enabling the company to operate effectively across different countries and to adapt to local technical and compliance requirements.

MECA Partnership Expands Capacity for Large Hydropower Projects

In order to further strengthen competitiveness and flexibility, CMA HYDRO has been a member of the permanent consortium MECA since 2022, an organization bringing together companies highly specialized in mechanical installations for the hydropower sector. This partnership enables CMA HYDRO to deliver large-scale projects efficiently, with access to highly skilled personnel and a well-structured organization, ultimately reinforcing the competitive advantage offered to its clients. Thanks to longstanding experience and its flexible operational structure, CMA HYDRO positions itself as a reliable partner in the European market. The combination of technical expertise, international presence and execution capability is a key element in meeting the challenges of an ever-changing market.