The Truth About FIRBIMATIC USA / Eco-Dry of America / Haiges Machinery / FMB Group (FIRBIMATIC, UNION, Realstar, FXT): Identity Misuse, Fake Debts, and Old Tech at New Prices

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Reader’s note (why this matters)

If you’re considering machines or parts marketed as FIRBIMATIC, UNION, Realstar, or FXT—or purchasing via Eco-Dry of America, FIRBIMATIC USA, or Haiges Machinery—please read this. This post reflects my personal experience and opinions, supported by my exhibits and court filings. Buyers deserve the full picture.

Key points at a glance (my opinion, based on my records)

• Deceptive paperwork: Mislabeled corporate identities, missing signatures, and no proof of delivery/acceptance—yet “balances” were demanded anyway.

• Brand shell shuffle: The FMB Group umbrella (FIRBIMATIC/UNION/Realstar/FXT) and U.S. counterparts (Eco-Dry of America, FIRBIMATIC USA, Haiges Machinery) were presented in ways that, in my experience, confused who actually had authority to sell, invoice, and warranty products.

• No valid debt (disputed): I dispute the claimed balances; in my view there were no mutually executed contracts, no delivery/acceptance proof, and invoices tied to misbranded paperwork.

• Identity misuse online: While my pages were targeted and taken down, look-alike domains and pages appeared using my content, images, and brand identifiers.

• Service & address problems: Lawsuits were pushed using outdated/incorrect addresses (including a PO Box) rather than proper individual service (I operate as a sole proprietor/individual, not as their employee).

• Old technology, premium pricing: Equipment marketed under these banners often looked like older designs sold at new-tech prices—verify vintage, controller, and safety specs before paying.

• Territory poaching & sabotage: I documented sales interference in territories I developed, while machines and parts that didn’t meet expectations undermined hard-won relationships.

My story (and why I’m speaking up)

For decades I operated independently as Corbett Equipment (later FIRBIMATIC Dry Cleaning Products, LLC)—never as an employee of Eco-Dry of America, Haiges Machinery, or any Italian brand. I built the U.S. presence, serviced customers, and stood behind the equipment.

Over time, the paperwork I was shown—and the demands later made—didn’t add up. I encountered invoices and “contracts” showing confusing letterheads and signatures (FIRBIMATIC/Eco-Dry/“FIRBIMATIC S.p.A.” lines) but no fully executed originals, no wet signatures from all parties, no proof of delivery, and no clear ship-from origin. In my view, those are fatal defects.

When I itemized pricing manipulation, defective or misrepresented machines, and documented losses to their attorney (Tito Mazzetta), I made it clear: they owed us millions and were using my intellectual property. After that, the lawyer backed off. Later—while I was in the middle of a divorce and losing my home—they waited and ambushed me with lawsuits, using incorrect addresses (including a PO Box) instead of properly serving me as an individual. As I understand it, the Secretary of State isn’t a valid pathway to serve an individual/sole proprietor.

Meanwhile, my online presence was targeted. Legacy pages were reported or knocked offline just as look-alike sites appeared, republishing my copy and imagery. That is identity hijacking in my opinion.

Bottom line: In my view, there is no valid debt. The “balances” claimed against me were built on misbranded, unexecuted, and undelivered paperwork—plus a coordinated pattern of identity misuse and marketplace confusion spanning Eco-Dry of America, FIRBIMATIC USA, Haiges Machinery, and FMB Group brand labels (FIRBIMATIC/UNION/Realstar/FXT).

What customers should watch for (practical checklist)

• Paperwork proof: Demand fully executed contracts (all signatures), true ship-from details, delivery receipts, and acceptance records. Reject vague or back-dated forms.

• Authority to sell/support: Ask who actually warrants the machine and who really shipped it. A brand name on a brochure isn’t proof of authority.

• Model age & specs: Confirm manufacture date, controller version, solvent compatibility, safety seals, and UL/CE status. Don’t overpay for older designs with new stickers.

• Territory & service commitments: Insist on written territory terms, parts availability, and response times, with remedies if they’re missed.

• Digital identity checks: Verify emails and domains (invoice sender, support addresses, SPF/DKIM records) so you’re sure you’re dealing with the real seller—not an impersonator.

Call to action

If you’re considering Eco-Dry of America, FIRBIMATIC USA, Haiges Machinery, or any machine marketed under FMB Group brands (FIRBIMATIC, UNION, Realstar, FXT), do your own due diligence: request signed contracts, delivery receipts, warranty policies, and references. If something feels off, pause the purchase and verify.

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This post reflects my opinions and experiences, supported by my exhibits and public filings. All parties are invited to respond with documented corrections. Customers should perform their own due diligence.

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