Stone Automation Ltd has become the UK and Ireland distributor for Taglio Group’s Slabvision slab scanning systems, bringing high-precision digital imaging technology to stone fabricators working with increasingly complex natural materials.

The agreement, which takes effect immediately, adds Taglio’s vertical SV 4022 and horizontal SV i21 scanners to Stone Automation’s portfolio, strengthening its offer to fabrication businesses seeking greater control, accuracy and efficiency in slab processing. Designed for use across stone, glass and engineered materials, the Slabvision systems combine high-resolution imaging with proprietary lighting and dedicated software to deliver detailed digital representations of slabs prior to cutting and fabrication.

Founded more than 40 years ago, Taglio Group specialises in industrial technologies for accurate cutting, modelling and sculpting. Its Slabvision scanners use a 128-megapixel camera system alongside bespoke LED lighting to capture surface detail across a wide tonal range, revealing pattern, veining and texture in both pale and dark materials. The SV 4022 is a compact, stand-alone vertical scanner aimed at workshops with limited space, while the SV i21 is designed for horizontal scanning within automated production lines.

Stone Automation founder Salvatore Caruso says the partnership responds directly to changing demands within the stone and surfaces market. “In the last few years, the design world has shifted significantly toward natural stone and natural patterning. For fabricators, this presents a challenge: if you can’t provide an accurate digital preview of the material before processing, you’re risking a disaster,” he says.

“Professional design studios now expect full approval on veined slab layouts before work begins, and Taglio scanners are a total game-changer in meeting those demands. They help quality fabrication businesses differentiate themselves from entry-level operators, while reducing waste and costly errors.”

Caruso adds that his connection with Taglio goes back several decades. “I first came across Taglio 30 years ago while training on stone processing machinery, and I’ve always enjoyed working with them and their technology. We are delighted to become the official distributor for the UK and Ireland. The precision and resolution achieved with their Slabvision scanners are exceptional, and they align perfectly with our aim of helping customers improve efficiency and consistency.”

The addition of Taglio builds on Stone Automation’s wider strategy of positioning itself as a technical partner for fabrication businesses across stone, glass, ceramics and engineered materials. Alongside machinery and tooling, the company increasingly focuses on digital solutions and automation to support modern manufacturing workflows.

Since its formation, Stone Automation has developed a customer base across England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland, providing machinery, technical advice and aftersales support. The company says this established network allows it to introduce advanced technologies such as the Slabvision systems effectively across diverse fabrication environments, from small workshops to large-scale production facilities.

By adding high-resolution slab scanning to its portfolio, Stone Automation aims to help fabricators respond to the growing emphasis on material accuracy, visual control and design collaboration, as stone and surface materials continue to play a central role in architectural and interior projects.