What Ciser does

Ciser (legal name CIA INDUSTRIAL H. CARLOS SCHNEIDER - CISER) is the largest manufacturer of mechanical fasteners in Latin America, producing over 27,000 SKUs across 500+ lines, including screws, bolts, nuts, anchors, washers, and hydraulic and industrial accessories, with a stated capacity exceeding 9,000 tons per month. Founded in 1959 in Joinville, Santa Catarina, Brazil, and now a core operating subsidiary of the H. Carlos Schneider Group, the company operates a 90,000 m² main plant in Araquari, the Joinville headquarters, a dedicated automotive facility (Ciser Automotive) in Sarzedo (MG), and distribution centers in São Paulo, Guarulhos, Miami, China, and Lima, Peru, reaching 20,000+ customers in more than 25 countries.

The company's technology base centers on proprietary surface treatments, including the German-patented NanoGeo organometallic coating (up to 4x corrosion resistance) and a family of Nanotec nano-ceramic coatings (Nanotec 3.000, Nanotec Alumínio, Nanotec 10K, and Nanotec 45 K) delivering up to 1,500 hours Salt Spray and 10 Kesternich cycles. It also holds a license for the American Huck brand of structural Huckbolts and Huckblinds, and is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949 for automotive supply.

Ciser generates the vast majority of revenue through transactional B2B sales of fasteners and complementary industrial products, distributed via a hybrid model combining construction material retailers, industrial distributors, a direct sales force and Sales Center (0800 147 4500), the Loja Ciser e-commerce storefront, and export operations. Customers span construction, automotive (VW, Volvo, Scania, Audi, Porsche, Daimler, Navistar), agriculture, solar energy, railway, industrial/hydraulic, and furniture segments, with enterprise accounts including Caterpillar, Metso, Bombardier, Randon, and Facchini, and brand leadership demonstrated by 17 consecutive Top of Mind wins in the Screws and Anchors categories in Brazil.

Name

Ciser

Legal name

CIA INDUSTRIAL H. CARLOS SCHNEIDER - CISER

Website

https://ciser.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1959

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Ciser is the largest fastener manufacturer in Latin America, producing 27,000+ SKUs of screws, bolts, anchors, and industrial accessories across plants in Brazil and serving 20,000+ customers in 25+ countries, including Caterpillar, VW, Volvo, and Scania.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Fasteners

NAICS

Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing (332722)

SIC

Bolts, Nuts, Screws, Rivets & Washers (3452), Screw Machine Products (3451), Metal Forgings & Stampings (3460)

akta.pro primary industry

Aerospace Fasteners & Hardware (IMABANAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fasteners, Nails, Screws & Anchors Retail (CRAIADAC), Fasteners, Adhesives & Sealants Retail (Nails, Screws, Glues, Caulks) (CRAIAEAK)

Keywords

• Industrial fasteners
• Construction screws
• Automotive fasteners
• Corrosion-resistant coatings
• Fastener manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Joinville

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Fastener and Industrial Product Sales: Ciser generates the vast majority of revenue through the manufacture and sale of fasteners (screws, bolts, nuts, anchors, dowels) and complementary industrial products (hydraulic hoses, fittings, tools). Products are sold through distributors, retailers, direct sales, and an e-commerce storefront. Revenue is transactional and primarily one-time purchase, though repeat business from a large customer base (20,000+ clients) creates recurring order volume.
2. Huck Brand Licensing and Manufacturing: Ciser produces and distributes products under licensed brand Huck (Huckbolts, Huckblinds), including authorized manufacturing of Bobtail and C50L lines. Licensing generates royalty income and expands the addressable market into structural fastening solutions for high-responsibility industrial applications.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Ciser manufactures and sells a comprehensive portfolio of over 27,000 fastening products across more than 500 lines, including screws, bolts, nuts, anchors, washers, hydraulic hoses, couplings, and accessories. Products are organized into application-specific lines (Construction, Automotive, Agricultural, Solar Energy, Hydraulic, Industrial, Furniture) and enhanced with proprietary nano-ceramic coating technologies (Nanotec and NanoGeo) for corrosion resistance and durability. The company also produces and distributes Huck-licensed structural fasteners for high-vibration and high-responsibility industrial applications.

Product overview

Ciser is the largest fastener manufacturer in Latin America, offering a comprehensive portfolio of over 27,000 products across more than 500 lines. The core product consists of mechanical fasteners (screws, bolts, nuts, anchors, washers) organized into application-specific lines including Agricultural, Automotive, Construction, Solar Energy, Hydraulic, Industrial, Furniture, and specialized lines. The portfolio is enhanced by proprietary coating technologies (Nanotec 45 K, Nanotec 3.000, Nanotec Alumínio, Nanotec 10K, NanoGeo) that provide advanced corrosion and chemical resistance. Licensed products include Huck brand structural fasteners (Huckbolts, Huckblinds). The Lifter sub-brand offers specialized conveyor belt screws. Supporting product lines include drill bits, hydraulic hoses and couplings (Ciser by Axxionflex), and furniture-specific fasteners.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Lifter: Sub-brand for specific fastener product line, including screws for conveyor belts.

Products and services

• Fixadores / Fasteners (Core Product Portfolio) Ciser's core portfolio of over 27,000 fastener products across 500+ lines, including screws, bolts, nuts, anchors, washers, and specialized fixation solutions organized into application-specific lines (Agricultural, Automotive, Construction, Solar Energy, Hydraulic, Industrial, Furniture) for industrial, construction, agricultural, and automotive customers.
• Huck Licensed Products (Huckbolts, Huckblinds) Structural fasteners licensed from American brand Huck, including vibration-resistant Huckbolts and structural blind rivets (Huckblinds). Available in carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless steel for aerospace, automotive, transportation, construction, oil and gas applications, used by global brands including Volvo, Scania, Navistar, Daimler, Audi, Porsche, Metso, and Bombardier.
• Concrete Bolt Structural mechanical anchor screw manufactured in one piece with hexagonal head, removable and re-applicable. Achieves high loads without expansion in the hole, enabling agility in structure assembly processes and applicable at reduced edge distances for steel frame guides, pallet racks, and pre-cast panels.
• Silo Fix Fastener specifically designed for lateral closure of metallic silos, featuring reduced weight with hex key head, faster installation, and equivalent structural strength. Available in metric 8.8/10.9 and inch G.5/G.8 specifications for high structural performance under vibration, thermal variation, and harsh weather conditions.
• Parafuso Lifter (Lifter Brand) Specialized screw for elevator/conveyor belts with proprietary geometry, pioneering in the Brazilian market under the Lifter sub-brand.
• Bucha Ciser Extreme High-performance anchor plug (wall plug) for civil construction applications, representing an innovation in fastener plugs.
• Plast Ciser Ultra Specialized screws designed for fixation in plastic substrates, extending the Plast Ciser product line.
• Parafuso Dual Pitch Specialized screws with dual pitch geometry for automotive, construction, furniture, agricultural, and aerospace sectors.
• Parafuso Ponta Broca Inox 410 Stainless steel 410 drill point screws designed for solar energy and metallic roofing applications.
• Ciser by Axxionflex (Hydraulic and Industrial Line) Complete range of Axxionflex-branded products distributed by Ciser, including quick couplings, adapters, plugs, and pre-pressed terminals for hydraulic and industrial applications.
• Linha Moveleira (Furniture Line) Fasteners and accessories for furniture manufacturing and assembly, including chipboard screws, dowels, and specialized furniture hardware.
• Linha de Brocas (Drill Bit Line) Complete line of drill bits for construction material stores and industrial applications, complementing the fastener portfolio.
• Acessórios de Fixação Agrícola e Rodoviário Agricultural and road fixation accessories ensuring quick and efficient locking security for field equipment and road implements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 4x more corrosion resistance with NanoGeo coating compared to standard coatings
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Huck (Alcoa Fastening Systems)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 26 June 2020Ciser acquired licensing from American brand Huck to produce and distribute Huckbolts (structural locking fasteners) and Huckblinds (structural blind rivets) in Brazil and Latin America. The agreement includes authorization to manufacture the Bobtail and C50L lines nationally, providing significant advantages in lead time and competitiveness. Huck products are used by global brands including Volvo, Scania, Navistar, Daimler, Audi, Porsche, Metso, and Bombardier.
• Juntos Somos +coreGTM or Marketing PartnerCiser participates in Juntos Somos +, the largest national loyalty program for construction material retail in Brazil. The program functions as a benefits plan for stores, sellers, and construction professionals, aiming to develop and modernize construction retail. Ciser partnered with the initiative at FEICON 2024 to strengthen brand and client relationships.
• Volkswagen Caminhões e ÔnibusflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCiser is a sponsor of the VW Meteor Mission Zero, a development partnership between Volkswagen Caminhões e Ônibus, CBMM, Giaffone Electric, and R9 Competições. The project develops the world's first hybrid race truck combining diesel and electric powertrains. The competition serves as a technology laboratory for new innovations in energy efficiency, safety, weight optimization, and carbon neutrality.
• CBMM (Companhia Brasileira de Metalurgia e Mineração)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCBMM supplies niobium-based advanced materials for the VW Meteor Mission Zero hybrid truck project. Niobium confers greater strength, lightness, and safety to components. Ciser participates through its sponsorship of the project, exploring advanced material applications in fasteners.
• Giaffone ElectricminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the VW Meteor Mission Zero hybrid truck project, responsible for the electric powertrain integration. Ciser supports through sponsorship of the initiative.
• R9 CompetiçõesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRacing team led by Felipe Giaffone that pilots the VW Meteor Mission Zero in the Copa Truck championship. Ciser sponsors the project as a technology development laboratory.
• HUB #ColmeiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHUB #Colmeia is Ciser's own innovation hub that runs the Desafix 4.0 startup acceleration program. It provides infrastructure, mentorship, and connections for startups developing solutions in intelligent fastening, digital technology, Industry 4.0, logistics, ESG, and smart manufacturing.
• SEBRAE StartupscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSEBRAE Startups co-develops the Desafix 4.0 acceleration program alongside Ciser and HUB #Colmeia, providing a platform that aggregates capacity building, connection, and strengthening of early-stage companies. SEBRAE contributes its national startup ecosystem reach.
• SCM GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSCM Group co-develops the Desafix 4.0 acceleration program with Ciser and HUB #Colmeia. As an industrial group, SCM Group provides industrial context, potential pilot opportunities, and strategic alignment with manufacturing innovation themes.
• TXM MethodsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerTXM Methods is the execution partner for the Desafix 4.0 program, providing methodology and access to 450+ market mentors to guide startup development.
• Instituto ITHIOminorOthersInstituto ITHIO is part of the HCS Group ecosystem and likely focuses on education, training, or social initiatives related to the company's workforce and community programs.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves14 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Illinois Tool Works (ITW): ITW is a diversified industrial manufacturer with significant fastener operations. Comparable to Ciser in engineered fastener manufacturing for automotive/industrial OEMs and proprietary finishing technologies, though ITW is far larger and operates many non-fastener segments.
• Hilti Group: Hilti is a global leader in fastening, anchoring, and construction tools. Comparable to Ciser in mechanical/chemical anchor products (e.g., Ciser's Concrete Bolt competes with Hilti's HIT and HST systems) and construction end markets, but at much larger global scale.
• Stanley Black & Decker: Stanley Black & Decker is a global tools and industrial fastening company with operations across Latin America. Comparable to Ciser in fastener/fastening tools product overlap (e.g., Ciser's pneumatic tool line) and construction channel reach.
• Würth Group: Würth is the world's largest fastener distribution and manufacturing group. Comparable to Ciser in product breadth (fasteners, tools, anchors) and B2B distribution model, though Würth operates a much larger direct-sales franchise globally.

Direct peers

• Bossard Group: Bossard is a Swiss-based global fastener specialist serving industrial OEMs. Comparable to Ciser in industrial fastening solutions, automotive/aerospace customer base, and engineered fastener offerings, though Bossard operates primarily as a distributor-integrator with Smart Factory Logistics.
• Truper: Truper is the largest Latin American manufacturer and distributor of hand tools and fasteners. Directly comparable to Ciser in product category (bolts, screws, anchors), target market (Latin American construction/industrial), and distribution model (retail + industrial channels).
• Fastenal Company: Fastenal is the largest North American fastener distributor with significant in-house manufacturing. Comparable to Ciser in fastener product portfolio and industrial/construction customer base, though Fastenal's distribution-led model is different from Ciser's manufacturer-led approach.
• SFS Group: SFS Group is a Swiss manufacturer of precision fastening solutions serving automotive, construction, and industrial markets. Comparable to Ciser in engineered fastener manufacturing with proprietary coatings/finishes and high mix of OEM-direct sales.

Others

• Alcoa Fastening Systems (Huck parent): Alcoa Fastening Systems is the parent licensor of the Huck brand manufactured by Ciser. Relevant as both a licensor/partner and as a broader competitor in aerospace/automotive structural fastening that Ciser indirectly competes with through its licensed production.

Regional players

• Forjas Bolta: Forjas Bolta is a Brazilian forged fastener manufacturer serving automotive and industrial markets. Direct comparison to Ciser in Brazilian manufacturing footprint and automotive OEM supply, though smaller scale and narrower product range than Ciser.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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