Lesta, an entirely Italian company, designs and manufactures automated painting systems for the defense industry.
In the defense sector, automating painting processes is essential to ensure uniformity, consistent quality, and process control on critical components. Therefore, thanks to in-house expertise, Lesta can offer advanced solutions to automate the finishing processes of defense products.
Automation for painting in the defense sector
Lesta has already designed and installed painting systems for companies in the military and defense sectors, both in Italy and Europe.
The completed projects are subject to confidentiality agreements, reflecting the sensitivity and complexity of the applications handled.
The solutions developed cover several specific applications:
- Painting of armored tracked vehicles with camouflage finishes
- Painting of large-caliber projectiles
- Painting of ammunition containers.
Each system can be customised based on production needs.
Who are these automated systems for?
The painting systems are used by Italian companies producing armaments and military components. The materials treated are primarily iron and metal.
Painting for the defense and military sector: what are the advantages of 100% Made in Italy?
A distinctive feature is the completely Italian production. Lesta is the only manufacturer of self-learning robots that is entirely Italian, with no foreign participation.
This requirement is essential for collaborating with companies in the defense sector, where control of the supply chain and technology is essential.
In the defense sector, choosing 100% Made in Italy painting systems is indeed a strategic element. Domestic production ensures safety, reliability, and full control over every stage of the process.
The main advantages include:
- Complete independence from foreign suppliers
- Protection of sensitive data thanks to national data residency and advanced encryption
- ATEX certifications
- Direct co-design and immediate assistance thanks to geographical proximity.
This approach helps make the national industry more resilient even in complex environments.
For the defense industry, choosing painting systems which are designed and manufactured in Italy means relying on safe, reliable solutions that are perfectly integrated with the needs of this highly specialised sector.
Do you operate in the sector and are you interested in automated painting systems for the defense industry? Contact us to learn more about our company and our solutions.
