What Solis does

Solis Indústria e Comercio de Aquecedor Solar S.A. ("Solis Solar") is a Brazilian designer, manufacturer, and distributor of solar water heating systems (Sistemas de Aquecimento Solar – SAS), solar pool heating, on-grid photovoltaic systems, and intelligent hot water recirculation equipment, founded in 2011 and headquartered in Birigui, São Paulo state. The core technical platform is the Trópicos Inox stainless steel solar collector, rated for 100 mca pressure resistance and backed by up to a 10-year warranty, paired with thermal reservoirs and either thermosiphon (natural circulation) or pumped/forced circulation hydraulics. Product lines span Linha Banho (residential hot water), Linha Piscina (pool heating), Linha OGP (Obras de Grande Porte – large-scale commercial and industrial installations such as hotels and high-standard residential buildings), FotoSolis on-grid PV, and Smart Hot intelligent recirculation.

The business model is predominantly hardware sales through a multi-tier channel: 300+ points of sale (Pontos de Venda Solis) and certified partner installers across 15+ Brazilian regions, complemented by application engineering, technical assistance, and the Academia Solis training program that has certified 2,500+ specialists. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and varies by system configuration. Customer segments are primarily residential buyers of hot water solutions, with a secondary commercial/hospitality anchor (e.g., Novotel Uberlândia, 21,000L/266m² installation) and tertiary industrial OGP projects. Solis holds Abrasol industry-association membership and Qualisolar and PROCEL certifications, and operates a single legal entity in Brazil with no disclosed subsidiaries, M&A history, or external capital beyond a 2017 minority round from Inseed Investimentos and KPTL.

Name

Solis

Legal name

Solis Indústria e Comercio de Aquecedor Solar S.A.

Website

https://solis.ind.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Solis is a Brazilian manufacturer of solar water heating systems, pool heating collectors, and on-grid photovoltaic equipment serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers through 300+ retail points across 15+ Brazilian regions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Water Heating Equipment

NAICS

Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (3334), Solar Electric Power Generation (221114)

SIC

Heating Equip, Except Elec & Warm Air; & Plumbing Fixtures (3430), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar Distribution & Wholesale Supply (Channel, Procurement, Logistics) (EUAMABAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System) (EUAMABAB)

Keywords

• Solar water heating
• Pool heating systems
• Photovoltaic energy
• Thermal reservoirs
• Solar collectors

Headquarters

HQ city

Birigui

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Solar Water Heating Equipment Sales: Sale of solar collectors (Coletor Solar), thermal reservoirs (Reservatório Térmico), and complete solar water heating systems for residential and commercial applications. Includes products for shower/bath (Linha Banho), pool heating (Linha Piscina), and industrial applications (Linha OGP).
2. Photovoltaic Systems: Sale and installation of grid-connected (on-grid) photovoltaic systems for residential and commercial energy generation.
3. Technical Services: Application engineering services (Engenharia de Aplicação), technical assistance (Assistência Técnica), and technical training for partners and installers through Academia Solis.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Solis manufactures and sells solar water heating equipment (Sistemas de Aquecimento Solar) for residential and commercial applications in Brazil, including stainless-steel solar collectors, thermal reservoirs, pool heating systems, and grid-connected photovoltaic systems. The company operates four product lines — Linha Banho (residential bathing), Linha Piscina (pool heating), FotoSolis (on-grid photovoltaic), and Linha OGP (large-scale commercial/industrial) — distributed through 300+ sales points nationwide and supported by application engineering and technical assistance services.

Product overview

Solis is a national reference in solar heating technology (Sistemas de Aquecimento Solar - SAS) for bathing and pool applications. The product portfolio centers on the Linha Banho system for residential water heating, complemented by Linha Piscina for pool heating, Fotosolis for on-grid photovoltaic systems, and Linha OGP for large-scale commercial and industrial installations. Key product components include the Coletor Solar Trópicos Inox (stainless steel collector), the Coletor para Piscina New Trópicos, the Smart Hot intelligent recirculation system, and thermal storage reservoirs. All systems operate using either thermosiphon (natural circulation) or pumped/forced circulation mechanisms, achieving up to 70% electricity savings with collectors lasting over 20 years and up to 10-year warranties.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Linha Banho: Solar heating product line for residential bathing and domestic hot water, featuring the Trópicos Inox collector and thermal reservoir system designed for pressures up to 100 mca with up to 10-year warranty.
• Linha Piscina
• FotoSolis
• Linha OGP
• Smart Hot

Products and services

• Linha Banho (Residential Solar Water Heating System) Complete residential solar water heating system combining stainless-steel Trópicos Inox collector and thermal reservoir, designed to deliver reliable hot water for showering, dishwashing, and hand washing with up to 70% electricity savings, 100 mca pressure rating, and up to 10-year warranty. Targeted at Brazilian homeowners.
• Linha Piscina (Solar Pool Heating) Solar pool heating collector system featuring New Trópicos collectors built for maximum durability, the highest working pressure in the market, and 100% virgin raw materials, with up to 10-year guarantee. Targeted at residential and commercial pool owners seeking efficient, durable pool heating.
• FotoSolis (On-Grid Photovoltaic System) On-grid photovoltaic system that generates electricity for household appliances such as air conditioners, refrigerators, TVs, and lighting. Excess energy is exported to the distribution grid and accumulated as credits for future use (net metering). Targeted at residential and commercial customers seeking to reduce electricity costs and gain energy independence.
• Linha OGP (Large-Scale Projects — Obras de Grande Porte) Large-scale solar heating systems engineered for commercial, industrial, and high-consumption applications such as hotels, high-standard residential buildings, and industrial facilities, supported by Solis's application engineering team. Targeted at commercial and industrial customers with high hot-water demand.
• Smart Hot (Intelligent Hot Water Recirculation System) Intelligent hot water recirculation system that delivers on-demand hot water at the tap, eliminates water waste from waiting for hot water to arrive, reduces thermal energy consumption, and continuously monitors system performance for efficiency and safety. Targeted at residential and commercial customers with existing or new solar heating installations.
• Assistência Técnica (Technical Assistance Service) After-sales technical assistance service for Solis solar water heating, pool heating, and photovoltaic installations, providing maintenance and troubleshooting support to residential and commercial customers.
• Engenharia de Aplicação (Application Engineering Service) Application engineering service that designs and specifies tailored solar heating configurations for residential, commercial, and large-scale installations (Obras de Grande Porte), supporting project sizing, system selection (thermosiphon vs. forced circulation), and integration with client infrastructure. Targeted at installers, developers, and engineering consultancies.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 70% electricity savings on water heating bills
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AECIAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Solis Solar is a key participant in the 5th AECIA Technical Seminar and Expo Soluções em Aquecimento (Heating Solutions Expo), taking place June 25, 2026 in Balneário Camboriú. This event focuses on advancing solar heating technology and industry standards in Brazil.
• Projetos GAMAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Solis Solar partners with Projetos GAMA for the GAMA Summit series, presenting technical sessions on 'SAS em Obras de Grande Porte' (Solar Heating Systems for Large-Scale Projects). The partnership focuses on high-standard residential project applications and professional networking in Minas Gerais and beyond.
• SENAI São PaulocoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2026Solis Solar conducted a workshop at SENAI São Paulo focused on high-standard solar heating installations (Obras de Alto Padrão). The partnership provides professional training and technical knowledge transfer to SENAI students and industry professionals.
• Energy Summit GlobalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Solis Solar participated as a speaker and content contributor at Energy Summit Global 2025, presenting on the 4 main applications of solar heating systems in Brazil. The company shares technical insights on solar thermal efficiency and industry trends through this platform.
• Abrasol (Associação Brasileira de Energia Solar Térmica)minorOthersSolis Solar holds membership in Abrasol, the Brazilian Solar Thermal Energy Association. This association promotes solar thermal technology and sets industry standards in Brazil.
• QualisolarminorOthersSolis Solar is a certified member of Qualisolar, a certification program for solar heating companies in Brazil, demonstrating compliance with quality and technical standards.
• PROCEL (Programa Nacional de Conservação de Energia Elétrica)minorOthersSolis Solar products carry PROCEL certification, indicating energy efficiency recognition by Brazil's national electricity conservation program.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Soletrol: Brazilian solar water heating equipment manufacturer with national distribution; directly competes with Solis in the Linha Banho and Linha Piscina categories, serving residential and commercial customers with similar thermosiphon and forced circulation systems.
• Cetrus Aquecedores Solares: Established Brazilian solar water heater producer competing head-to-head with Solis in residential and commercial thermal heating, with overlapping product positioning and nationwide distribution through Brazilian resellers.
• Fibratec: Brazilian manufacturer of solar collectors and thermal reservoirs for residential and industrial applications; competes in the same solar thermal equipment category as Solis with comparable product lines and warranty offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Rinnai Brasil: Brazilian subsidiary of global water heating giant Rinnai; competes with Solis in the broader hot water heating category (gas, electric, solar) with deeper balance sheet and brand recognition, though not specializing in solar thermal.
• Bosch Thermotechnology Brasil: Brazilian operations of Bosch's heating and hot water division; offers solar and conventional water heating solutions with established engineering and global brand, providing competitive overlap with Solis at the higher end of the residential and commercial market.
• Pentair (Pool): Global pool equipment manufacturer with Brazilian presence offering pool heating and circulation solutions; directly competes with Solis's Linha Piscina line in residential and commercial pool heating applications.
• Enel Green Power Brasil: Major Brazilian solar PV generation operator and distributed generation provider; competes with Solis's FotoSolis line in the grid-tied photovoltaic segment with significantly larger scale, balance sheet, and utility-grade capabilities.

Regional players

• SunPower Brasil: Brazilian arm of SunPower, the US-based premium solar panel and distributed PV solutions company; competes with Solis in residential and commercial photovoltaic installations with global R&D resources.

Others

• SENAI (Serviço Nacional de Aprendizagem Industrial): Brazilian industrial training institution that partners with Solis for Academia Solis technical workshops; comparable because it is the same institutional channel Solis uses to train installers, and competing training programs shape the qualified installer pool Solis relies on.
• Abrasol (Associação Brasileira de Energia Solar Térmica): Brazilian solar thermal industry association that Solis is a member of; relevant because it sets industry standards and certifications, influencing competitive positioning across all Brazilian solar heating peers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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