Altus

Name

Altus

Legal name

Altus Sistemas de Automação

Website

https://altus.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation Equipment

NAICS

Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314), Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513)

SIC

Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Controllers & Control Systems (PLCs, PACs, CNC Controllers) (IMAHAHAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial Automation Software (SCADA, HMI, MES, Historian) (IMAHAHAJ), Motion & Machine Control (CNC, Robotics Controllers, Servo/Motion Controllers) (IMAGABAG), Industrial I/O, Signal Conditioning & Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) (IMAGABAD), Substation Automation Systems (SAS), RTUs & HMI (EUADACAF)

Keywords

• Industrial automation
• Programmable logic controllers
• SCADA software
• Human machine interfaces
• Process control systems

Headquarters

HQ city

São Leopoldo

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of industrial automation equipment including PLCs, HMIs, frequency inverters, servo drives, industrial switches, power supplies, and instrumentation products
2. Software Licenses: Licensing of proprietary software including MasterTool IEC XE programming environment, BluePlant SCADA/HMI system, and ArchiteX asset management software
3. Technical Support Services: Technical support, assistance and maintenance services through dedicated support center and certified integrators network

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Altus designs, manufactures, and sells industrial automation hardware and software including programmable logic controllers (PLC) such as the Nexto series, human-machine interfaces (HMI), SCADA software (BluePlant), frequency inverters, servo drives, industrial switches, and proprietary programming tools (MasterTool IEC XE). The portfolio is delivered with sector-specific solutions for oil & gas, electric energy, process industries, manufacturing, and infrastructure, supported by a network of certified integrators and direct technical support in Brazil.

Product overview

Altus is a Brazilian industrial automation company with over 40 years of experience offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and solutions for industrial automation. The portfolio is organized as a platform-plus-modules architecture centered around PLC families (Nexto Series including NX, XP, Xpress, XF, and HX/Xtorm sub-series) that serve as the core control platform, complemented by modular I/O expansion systems, operator interfaces (HMIs including P2 and Axon series), and SCADA software (BluePlant). The ecosystem includes motion control products (servo drives, stepper motors, frequency inverters), distributed I/O (Série G), industrial networking (switches, gateways, converters), instrumentation (transmitters, multimeters, positioners), and complete solutions for specific sectors including offshore oil & gas, hydroelectric plants, photovoltaic installations, and machine manufacturing. The company serves diverse industrial segments including oil & gas, electrical energy, process industries, manufacturing, and infrastructure across Latin America and globally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Nexto: Series of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) including Nexto NX, Nexto XP, Nexto Xpress, and Nexto XF product lines.
• BluePlant
• MasterTool IEC XE
• ArchiteX
• AutobaseWEB
• Offshore CSS
• SDSC para Hidrelétricas

Products and services

• Nexto Series PLCs Family of high-performance programmable logic controllers (PLCs) for industrial automation, including modular NX, compact XP, Xpress, XF, and HX/Xtorm sub-series, supporting multi-protocol communication, redundancy, and edge virtualization. Used by OEMs, system integrators, and end customers in oil & gas, energy, and process/manufacturing industries.
• Nexto XP Series Compact PLC series designed for IIoT applications with embedded Ethernet, RS-485, CAN, and USB, supporting MODBUS TCP/RTU, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, OPC DA/UA, and MQTT protocols, with optional WebServer for stand-alone supervision without SCADA.
• Nexto Xpress Series Compact PLC series with advanced connectivity, multi-protocol support, and integration with HMIs and SCADA systems for industrial automation.
• Nexto XF Series New generation PLC series with high-density integrated I/Os (up to 44 points), supporting CANopen, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT, and MODBUS TCP/RTU, with native Firewall, VPN, and Docker virtualization for distributed applications.
• NX3008 CPU High-performance CPU unit within the Nexto NX family with 3 Ethernet ports (Gigabit and PROFINET), Docker virtualization, advanced security, and capacity for modular architectures using NX and NJ modules.
• NX3035 Redundant Controller 64-bit ARM-based redundant controller with hot-standby architecture designed for critical applications such as dynamic positioning and main motor control, featuring dual SFP interfaces for fiber optic redundancy up to 10 km.
• XP340 Compact PLC Compact PLC with high I/O density for stand-alone and distributed applications, with built-in WebServer for creating supervision and monitoring screens without requiring a SCADA system.
• Nexto HX Series (Xtorm) Power Supplies Industrial power supply series with redundancy features, SFP fiber expansion capability, and advanced diagnostics to ensure availability and stability in industrial automation applications.
• I/O Systems Modular and distributed I/O systems providing digital and analog input/output capabilities for expansion of PLC systems in various industrial automation configurations.
• Série G Distributed I/O Distributed remote I/O system with flexible architecture supporting MODBUS TCP, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, and EtherCAT, with high scalability for manufacturing and process environments.
• P2 Series HMI Operator terminals (HMIs) in 4.3, 7, 10, and 15-inch models with optional Ethernet, serial, and USB interfaces, fast startup, intuitive development software, and ability to combine with rear-mounted CPU for compact PLC+HMI solutions.
• Axon Series HMI High-performance HMI series combining extensive connectivity and robustness in an intuitive platform for simplified integration and high reliability in demanding industrial environments.
• BluePlant SCADA Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA/HMI) software for industrial process monitoring, visualization, and control with support for multiple protocols and drivers.
• MasterTool IEC XE PLC programming software supporting IEC 61131-3 with multiple programming languages, simulation mode, and project management capabilities for configuring, monitoring, and programming Altus controllers.
• ArchiteX Asset Management Software FDT Frame Application software for configuration, maintenance, and diagnostics of intelligent industrial automation devices from different manufacturers, enabling centralized asset management and network topology visualization.
• Frequency Inverters AD Series Industrial frequency inverters including AD600 series for compact applications and AD700 series for high-performance applications, controlling motors from 0.5 CV to 1340 CV (1000 kW).
• Servo Drivers Servo drives with automatic motor detection and adaptation, advanced adjustment filters, high-speed motion profile calculation, 24-bit encoder, 3.2 kHz frequency response, and up to 16 Mpps pulse input.
• Stepper Motors Stepper motors in various sizes and capacities providing precise motion control with reduced noise and low-temperature operation, controlled via digital controllers for PLC integration.
• Industrial Switches Connect Series Industrial network switches for integrating PLCs, HMIs, frequency inverters, and supervision stations, with advanced management features ensuring high network availability and IP30 protection rating.
• Network Converters Network protocol converters enabling communication between different industrial network standards and protocols.
• Industrial Gateways Industrial gateways for protocol conversion and data exchange between different industrial communication systems.
• Industrial Power Supplies Industrial power supplies providing 24 Vcc output with nominal current ratings from 3.2 A to 20 A for powering PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and electrical control panels.
• Energy Multimeters Energy measurement devices including PH3500 for remote monitoring of energy consumption with harmonic measurement up to 31st order, memory registration, and applications in buildings, industries, and power generation plants.
• Weight Transmitters and Indicators Compact weight transmitters and indicators with high precision, noise immunity, multi-level digital filters, automatic tracking, and serial interface calibration for industrial weighing applications.
• Industrial Positioners Industrial positioners for precise control of valve positioning in process automation applications.
• Pressure Transmitters Industrial pressure transmitters for measurement and control of pressure in various industrial processes.
• Temperature Transmitters Industrial temperature transmitters for precise temperature measurement and control in process automation applications.
• Dataloggers Industrial data logging devices for recording and storing operational data from industrial processes.
• Automation Panels Pre-assembled automation panels integrating PLCs, HMIs, and other control components for streamlined installation in industrial projects.
• Electrical Panels Electrical control panels for power distribution and control in industrial installations.
• AutobaseWEB Control and supervision system for loading bases enabling management of loading operations in industrial and logistics applications.
• Offshore CSS High-availability and security control solution specifically designed for offshore platforms in oil and gas applications.
• SDSC for Hydroelectric Plants System for productivity and high-availability management of hydroelectric power plants and centers.
• Photovoltaic Power Plant Solution Intelligent data monitoring and management solution for photovoltaic solar power plants.
• Machine Manufacturers Solution Technology and personalized support solution designed for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the industrial machinery sector.
• Cybersecurity Solutions Industrial cybersecurity solutions for protecting automation systems and operational technology environments from cyber threats.

Quantifiable outcome

• 20% of Brazilian Oil & Gas production controlled by Altus products
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• ApexBrasil (Agência Brasileira de Promoção de Exportações e Investimentos)flagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 4 May 2026ApexBrasil organizes the Brazilian Pavilion at the OTC (Offshore Technology Conference) in Houston. Altus participates in the Brazilian Pavilion (booth 4131) organized by ApexBrasil, leveraging the trade promotion agency's international networking and visibility resources for Brazilian industrial technology companies.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Mitsubishi Electric: PLC manufacturer (MELSEC/iQ-R series) with servo drives and HMIs directly overlapping Altus's Nexto PLCs, servo drivers, and P2/Axon HMI offerings.
• Phoenix Contact: Industrial connectivity, PLCs (Axio/Axioline), I/O, and cybersecurity solutions overlapping with Altus's distributed I/O, industrial switches, gateways, and OT cybersecurity portfolio.
• Yokogawa Electric: Process automation specialist with CENTUM DCS and strong oil & gas / energy credentials. Directly comparable to Altus's process industry and offshore CSS-style solutions.

Broad incumbents

• Siemens: Global industrial automation leader with the SIMATIC PLC family, SCADA, drives, and a broad portfolio overlapping with Altus's Nexto controllers, BluePlant SCADA, and servo/inverter offerings. Most relevant as the dominant multi-national incumbent Altus competes with internationally.
• Rockwell Automation: Major PLC and industrial automation vendor (Allen-Bradley/ControlLogix) competing with Altus's Nexto series for discrete and process control customers. Directly comparable in form factor (modular PLCs) and target industries.
• Schneider Electric: Global automation and electrical equipment manufacturer with Modicon PLCs, EcoStruxure SCADA, and a strong presence in process industries and energy — overlapping with Altus's process industry, energy, and water/sanitation segments.
• ABB: Industrial automation incumbent with AC500 PLCs, Ability SCADA, and significant presence in process industries, energy, and oil & gas — comparable to Altus's vertical solutions in offshore, refining, and electric energy.
• Emerson: Strong in oil & gas, refining, and process automation with DeltaV DCS and PACSystems PLCs. Closely comparable to Altus's offshore and refining footprint, including FPSO and pre-salt adjacent capabilities.

Regional players

• WEG: Brazilian industrial conglomerate with motors, drives, automation (PLC lines), and a strong domestic footprint — the most direct regional peer to Altus within Brazil across overlapping motor/inverter and automation categories.

Others

• Atos (now Eviden / Siemens): Industrial systems integrator and SCADA/DCS service provider historically serving Brazilian oil & gas and utilities, comparable as an ecosystem participant rather than a direct PLC competitor to Altus.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/AltusSA
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@AltusSA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/altus-sistemas-de-automacao
• Facebookfacebook.com/altussa

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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