The Merlo Training and Research Centre was set up to provide a structured and planned approach to the world of operating machinery.
Even the most advanced technologies and the safest work systems require corrected and targeted training for operators to ensure safe use of machinery and work equipment.

2024
Training that stands out

CFRM was awarded the President of the Jury’s Mention at the AIF Training Excellence Award, in the Organization and Human Resources section.

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2023
CFRM’s Excellence in Training

During GisExpo – Italplatform, the most important European trade fair, CFRM received the award for Operator Training Center of the Year.

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2022
25,000 training course participants

In July, the 25,000th user (https://cfrm.it/25-000-attestati-di-formazione/) participated in a training course for telehandler operators, a source of satisfaction and a motivation to do even more and better.
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CFRM receives the President of the Jury’s Mention at the Training Excellence Award from the Italian Association of Trainers.
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2021
Dynamic Synergy

The Merlo Group and the Italian Army continue their collaboration with the new off-road circuit for training military vehicle drivers.
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For the third consecutive year, CFRM has been awarded the Operator Training Center of the Year Award at GisExpo Italplatform.
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2020
Honorary Degree to Amilcare Merlo

The Polytechnic University of Turin awards Amilcare Merlo, Cavaliere del Lavoro, an Honorary Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
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The first edition of the second-level Master’s program, organized in collaboration between the Polytechnic University of Turin and the Merlo Group, was a success, and a new edition is underway.
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2019
CFRM is Training Center of the Year

For the second consecutive year, the CFRM was awarded Training Center of the Year at the GisExpo Italplatform event.

The collaboration with the Italian Army continues with new training activities.

2018
CFRM Effectively Reaching the World of Education

During 2018, CFRM conducted countless activities in collaboration with schools, and 1,252 students from all levels of schools experienced the world of business in a new and engaging way.
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CFRM becomes a qualified EMAK training center (EFCO and OLEO-MAC brands).

2017
CFRM is Training Center of the Year

The Merlo Training and Research Center launches its Performance magazine, which provides information on the latest applications and developments in planning, industrial design, and training.
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CFRM was awarded Training Center of the Year at GisExpo Italplatform.
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2016
New off-road track

A new track of nearly two kilometers, featuring mixed routes with gradually increasing difficulty, is available for professional off-road driving courses.

CFRM becomes a partner of e-distribuzione (Enel Group) and Mercedes-Benz Italia for safe driving courses on the new Unimog trucks.

2015
Specialization in agricultural machinery

CFRM becomes a qualified training center for Deutz-Fahr and the Gruppo BCS.

Training by CFRM personnel is now routinely provided in twelve countries.

A new 5,000-square-meter testing area is being set up for winter ice driving courses.

2014
ENAMA Sponsorship

CFRM receives the sponsorship of ENAMA (National Agency for Agricultural Mechanization) for “the important role it plays in ensuring operator safety.”

2013
A New Face

The CFRM structure is being profoundly reorganized—including new operational layouts—to better meet changing teaching and testing needs.

Challenging routes, both on- and off-road, allow the machines being tested and tested to be put to the test.

CFRM becomes a Volvo Construction Equipment qualified training center.

2012
CFRM is a Training Center accredited by the Piedmont Region

The Merlo Training and Research Center is accredited for continuing professional development by the Piedmont Region.

2011
NATO Qualification

CFRM is authorized to organize training courses within NATO. CFRM training projects are now available in four languages.

The first training course abroad is delivered in Poland.

2010
Italian Civil Protection Training Courses

The first qualifications issued were for the operation of telescopic handlers, and in subsequent years, training courses for the operation of earthmoving machinery, self-propelled and truck-mounted cranes, forklifts, and agricultural and forestry tractors will follow.

2009
ISO 9001 Certification

CFRM’s quality management system is ISO 9001 certified.

The first courses on the safe operation of operating machinery were offered to students at technical and vocational schools, an activity that will continue with growing success over the years.

2008
CFRM-affiliated training centers are established

To offer qualified local training, a network of affiliated training centers is established throughout Italy.

The center instructors are professionals trained and qualified directly by the Merlo Training and Research Center.

2007
CFRM’s growth begins

CFRM’s test areas are chosen by the Taurinense Alpine Brigade to train drivers of its Lince armored vehicles.

The Center becomes an IPAF (International Powered Access Federation) Qualified School, the world’s leading authority on training for lifting personnel at height.

2006
The first training course is offered.

The first qualifications issued are for operating telescopic handlers.
The Merlo Training and Research Center immediately established itself as the most innovative training and education facility in Italy.

2005
The CFRM is operational.

It occupies an area of over 50,000 square meters, with over 2,000 square meters of covered space for offices, classrooms, and laboratories.

The modern, hydraulically tilting platform for lateral and transverse stability testing of operating machinery is a benchmark in the industry.

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