HISTORY

1928, Targetti begins in via dei Benci, in the heart of Florence's historical center. It is a little artisan shop, selling lamps and related goods.
1937, Targetti starts producing chandeliers. The dimensions of the firm grow quickly and it becomes an industry with: convenient premises, modern machinery, and almost 100 workers and specialized technicians.
1939, Targetti launches the first luminaire for indirect light
1953, Targetti launches the first ceiling luminaire
1968, Targetti launches the first downlight
1974, Targetti launches the first professional metal halide projector for indoor lighting.
1979, Targetti launches Structura, the original self supporting lighting system.
1988, Targetti launches Structurella, the first open low voltage lighting system.
1996, Targetti launches Mondial F1, an unprecedented innovation in professional lighting.
1998, Targetti launches CCT-Flash, the first downlight with fully protected reflector thanks to the Scratch Proof treatment
1998, Targetti is quoted on the Italian stock exchange
1999, Acquisition of Autographe, the prestigious French brand specialized in high level architectural lighting for indoor applications.
1999, Acquisition of Exteriour Vert, which produces and commercializes architectural lighting products for exterior applications
2000, Targetti launches the innovative projector Smarthead and the downlight CCT ARC for architectural use.
2000, The Targetti Group further expands itself through integration with Neri, a Group of 3 companies headquartered in Longiano (Province of Forlì) and a leader in the sector of outdoor lighting and the creation of cast-iron elements for urban furnishings.
2001, Targetti launches Trail, the revolutionary system for indoor lighting.
2002, Targetti launches FOHO PRO, the new family of projectors for halogen, dichroic and discharge lamps, characterized by a trim and elegant design combined with high tech performance.