Aricci Compassi
Aricci Compassi
Aricci Compassi: Italian tradition in technical drawing since 1959
Founded in Palosco, Bergamo (Italy), Aricci Compassi is a reputable Italian company with over 60 years of experience in manufacturing technical drawing instruments, including school compasses and nautical compasses.
What began as a small artisan workshop has grown into an internationally recognized Brand driven by passion, precision and continuous innovation.
Aricci Compassi: a story of ingenuity, quality and Italian craftsmanship
In 1959, Luigi Aricci, who honed his skills over 20 years crafting Milan style compasses, launched his business under the LAP trademark (Luigi Aricci Palosco).
From its Bergamo origins, Aricci Compassi has grown into the heart of Europe’s compass production.
Since the 1960s, our instruments have drawn perfect circles in classrooms, architectural studios, engineering offices and students on board ships worldwide.
Innovation, patents and in house production
Over the years, Aricci Compassi has blended artisanal care with industrial efficiency:
technical and design patents, such as:
+ combined micrometric opening and quick opening;
+ extension with rotating slider;
+ balustrade compasses with arched rods;
+ monoblock operating top.
Aricci Compassi: a sustainable company, between tradition and future
We believe that design should not neglect the environment.
That’s why we created the first eco-friendly compass made entirely of FSC-certified cardboard: lightweight, durable, elegant, and with a low environmental impact.
A real alternative to plastic pencil cases, perfect for those seeking functionality, aesthetics, and environmental responsibility.
Aricci Compassi: Balustrade Compasses and Compasses
Balustrade Compasses
available with articulated or fixed rods, in three versions:
- with levers (friction);
- quick opening;
- micrometric adjustment.
All customizable, with colored inserts and soft touch handles.
Professional compasses
Painted metal tools for advanced technical drawing, with built-in extension and precision accessories. Ideal for architects, surveyors and engineers.
School Compasses
Safe, ergonomic, and durable models, ideal for primary schools. Available with a blunt needle upon request.
Nautical compasses
Straight rods with very fine tips for charting. Sturdy and precise, perfect for use at sea, finished with anti-corrosion paint.
Aricci Compassi in the World: The Value of Made in Italy in Four Languages
From Palosco, in the province of Bergamo, Aricci compasses are now used in schools, professional studios, and nautical contexts around the world.
The typically Italian reliability, aesthetics and precision make our products appreciated not only in Italy, but also in many European countries, the Middle East, North and South Africa, Canada, and South America.
Internationalization is an integral part of our identity: this is why we have chosen to present our website in four languages, to communicate with each customer in their native language, with maximum transparency and availability.
We believe that authentic Made in Italy still has much to offer: it’s not just synonymous with beauty and design, but also with technical expertise, ongoing innovation, and respect for the environment.
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Aricci Compassi around the world
Exporting an Aricci compass means bringing a piece of our history, our land, and our way of working to the world.
Our presence is particularly strong in:
- Europe: for engineering quality and compatibility with local technical brands;
- North Africa and Latin America: for the solidity of school supplies thanks to production flexibility and competitiveness;
- Canada and South Africa: for the education sector, universities and suppliers of technical instruments.
We understand the needs of each market and offer customized solutions for packaging, logistics, labeling, and customization.
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Who we are addressing
Our tools are designed for:
- retailers and stationery shops looking for a reliable and flexible partner;
- Large-scale retailers who want high volumes, customizable products, and durable packaging;
- companies and technical drawing professionals with high precision requirements;
- nautical agencies and sailing schools that want durable and customizable supplies;
- international brands that rely on us for Private Label production.
