Risso Cornici: Where Craftsmanship and Innovation Have Grown Together Since 1975
Some companies remain true to their values throughout the years. Others follow every new trend. Then there are businesses like Risso Cornici, proving for nearly fifty years that craftsmanship and innovation can successfully evolve side by side.
A story of tradition, expertise, and technology working together to deliver exceptional quality.
Founded in 1975, Risso Cornici is an artisan workshop specializing in custom-made framing, where every project is approached with meticulous attention to detail, carefully selected materials, and a commitment to enhancing every artwork entrusted to them. Quality is not simply the final result—it’s the philosophy behind every stage of the process. From conservation framing techniques to the use of environmentally responsible materials, every decision reflects a deep respect for both the artwork and the customer.
This vision has guided the company from the very beginning and continues to shape every investment they make today.
“Quality, creativity, and innovation have always been the values that guide our work. We strive to create unique products, carefully crafted down to the smallest detail, with the goal of enhancing everything our customers entrust to us. Craftsmanship remains at the heart of what we do, while technology is the tool that allows us to express it at its very best.”
It is this philosophy that recently led Risso Cornici to once again choose Valiani, replacing their long-serving Valiani Ultra with the new Nexus Edge, investing in technology designed to support the workshop’s future growth without compromising its artisan identity.
When the Market Changes, You Have to Evolve
Every important investment begins with a question. For Risso Cornici, that question emerged many years ago, as the framing industry was undergoing significant change.
The company realized that the real value of a professional framer no longer lay solely in building frames, but in creating unique mounting solutions, complex displays, and custom designs that could not be replicated by mass-produced products.
It marked a turning point.
“We went through an important process of self-analysis. The industry was changing, and we realized that mounting was where a framer could truly express their value through expertise, experience, and the ability to create tailor-made solutions. That was what made us unique and indispensable to our customers.”
With this new perspective, the company began specializing in creative mounting techniques, sports memorabilia, object framing, and highly customized mat board designs.
There was only one obstacle. At the time, the workshop was still using a manual Astra 120 cutter. Even producing a simple oval opening required considerable time and precision. To continue growing, they needed to take the next step.
The natural choice was Valiani Ultra, a Computerized Mat Cutter that would fundamentally transform the way the workshop operated.
“Choosing Valiani came naturally. The company already had an excellent reputation within the industry, and seeing the machines in action convinced us of the quality of both the product and the technology.”
Roberto Risso
Risso Cornici
“Before purchasing it, we worried that a machine of this level might be too much for a small artisan workshop like ours. Today, we honestly wonder how we ever managed without it. It has become another member of our team—fast, precise, and tireless.”
Technology That Grows Alongside the Business
Over the years, the Valiani Ultra became much more than a machine.
It became an essential part of the company’s evolution.
Its precision and versatility enabled Risso Cornici to expand its range of products, introducing increasingly sophisticated designs and creative applications that would have been impossible using manual cutting systems.
Many of these products exceeded expectations, helping the business grow and strengthen its reputation for quality and innovation.
As production volumes increased, however, new challenges emerged.
When you’re producing large quantities every day, every second saved becomes a competitive advantage.
It was time to take another step forward.
✅ Why Nexus Edge Became the Natural Choice
Replacing a machine that has faithfully served a workshop for many years is never an easy decision.
For Risso Cornici, upgrading wasn’t simply about buying new equipment—it was about choosing a solution capable of improving an already well-established workflow.
“The Valiani Ultra allowed us to develop unique products, some of which became far more successful than we had expected. As production increased, we realized that every second saved during manufacturing translated into a real competitive advantage. Nexus Edge answered those needs perfectly.”
Among the features that made the greatest impact was something surprisingly simple: the ability to keep three tools permanently mounted.
While it may seem like a small detail, eliminating constant tool changes dramatically improves workflow efficiency and allows operators to move seamlessly between different operations.
Combined with significantly faster cutting speeds, outstanding cutting quality, and the flexibility offered by VStudio, Nexus Edge provides the ideal balance between productivity and creativity.
For a workshop built around customization, it means bringing ideas to life faster than ever before.
Greater Efficiency, More Creativity, the Same Artisan Quality
The benefits of Nexus Edge became apparent almost immediately.
One clear example is the production of Risso Cornici’s framing kits for sports jerseys, one of the company’s flagship products.
“Today we’re able to produce them much faster while achieving an even higher level of cutting quality.”
The improvements go well beyond speed.
Decorative lines, engravings, and creative details are now used much more frequently because they’re quicker and easier to integrate into the production process.
Technology doesn’t replace craftsmanship. Instead, it expands the creative possibilities available to the artisan. Even unexpected improvements have made a difference.
“One feature that pleasantly surprised us is how quiet the machine is. Working close to the CMC for many hours every day, the reduced noise level significantly improves the comfort of the working environment. It’s something you don’t fully appreciate until you experience it.”
Small improvements like these add up to create a more efficient, comfortable, and productive workshop.
Looking to the Future Without Leaving Tradition Behind
For Risso Cornici, embracing innovation has never meant abandoning tradition. Quite the opposite. It means investing in the right tools to continue delivering the quality that has defined the company since 1975.
Nearly fifty years of craftsmanship remain the workshop’s greatest asset, while technology provides the means to express that expertise more efficiently and creatively than ever before. Roberto Risso summarizes this philosophy perfectly.
“Before purchasing it, we worried that a machine of this level might be too much for a small artisan workshop like ours. Today, we honestly wonder how we ever managed without it. It has become another member of our team—fast, precise, and tireless.”
He leaves fellow framers with one final reflection:
“I believe that today, for any framer who wants to stand out and grow, having a Valiani Computerized Mat Cutter in the workshop is no longer an option—it’s an essential tool.”
Because true innovation isn’t about replacing craftsmanship. It’s about giving craftsmen the tools to express their skills at the highest possible level.
And that is exactly what Risso Cornici has been doing since 1975.
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