Medabil
Medabil is a Brazilian metal building systems contractor, founded 1967, that designs, fabricates, and assembles structural steel solutions for industrial, commercial, infrastructure, and process-industry clients across 20+ countries, operating two automated manufacturing complexes with 140,000 tons/year capacity.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1967
- HeadquartersPorto Alegre, Brazil
- Headcount5,001–10,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Medabil does
Medabil is a Brazilian industrial contractor specializing in metal building systems and structural steel solutions, founded in 1967 and headquartered in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul. The company operates two Industry 4.0 manufacturing complexes — in Nova Bassano (RS, main facility) and Serra (ES, acquired via AçoTec in 2010) with a third production unit in Chapecó (SC) — providing a combined production capacity of approximately 140,000 tons of fabricated steel per year. Medabil serves enterprise clients across industrial, commercial, infrastructure, and process-industry segments, delivering complete project lifecycles from structural engineering design and BIM-integrated project management through fabrication to on-site assembly. Its product portfolio covers horizontal constructions (warehouses, logistics centers, distribution centers), multi-story buildings (hospitals, hotels, shopping centers, commercial towers), heavy infrastructure (bridges, viaducts, ports, airports, rail), process structures (platforms, supports, walkways for mining, pulp and paper, chemical, energy, and oil and gas), and special projects with non-conventional geometries.
The company's business model is project-based and quote-driven, with custom pricing tied to scope, materials, design complexity, and assembly conditions, typically structured as multi-year contracts. Revenue streams include design-fabrication-assembly projects (treated as one-time licenses in the data), technical services (engineering, inspection, maintenance), and international exports to more than 20 countries across the Americas, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe under various INCOTERMS. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales with a dedicated commercial team in São Paulo and a separate technical services team supporting client relationships. The company employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people and has executed three notable transactions: a 1996 joint venture with US-based Varco Pruden (introducing the VP design and budgeting system in 1997), a 1998 joint venture with Belgium's Tessenderlo for a plastics unit, the 2003 acquisition of Metal Ross, and the 2010 acquisition of AçoTec. Medabil raised approximately $26.7 million in December 2011 from CRP Companhia de Participações (its fourth funding round). The company's stated vision is to be the leading construction solutions provider in Latin America, supported by an integrated construction chain methodology, BIM-based project lifecycle management, and quantified performance claims including up to 40% construction time reduction and approximately 35% lower total cost compared to conventional systems.
Medabil firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Medabil
- Legal name
- Medabil
- Website
- https://medabil.com.br
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1967
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 5,001–10,000 employees
- Short description
- Medabil is a Brazilian metal building systems contractor, founded 1967, that designs, fabricates, and assembles structural steel solutions for industrial, commercial, infrastructure, and process-industry clients across 20+ countries, operating two automated manufacturing complexes with 140,000 tons/year capacity.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Medabil industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Metal Building Systems / Structural Steel Construction
- NAICS
- Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing (332312), Architectural and Structural Metals Manufacturing (3323), Plate Work and Fabricated Structural Product Manufacturing (33231)
- SIC
- Fabricated Structural Metal Products (3440), Prefabricated Metal Buildings & Components (3448), Sheet Metal Work (3444)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Structural Steel Fabrication (IMADACAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Steel Plate, Sections & Welded Assemblies (IMADACAD), Bridge & Infrastructure Steel Components (IMADACAL), Steelwork & Fabrication Facilities (Plate/Section Processing, Welding Lines) (IMAJALAH), Architectural & Miscellaneous Metals (Stairs, Railings, Ladders) (IMADACAE)
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Where Medabil is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Porto Alegre
- HQ country
- Brazil
- HQ region
- Latin America
Offices4 records
Markets served
Medabil business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Metal Structure Design, Fabrication and Assembly: Complete project lifecycle from structural engineering design to manufacturing of metal components and final on-site assembly. Services include corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, and retrofit solutions.
- Technical Services: Engineering services, structural analysis, building inspection, and maintenance services for industrial and commercial properties.
- International Export: Export of metal structures to international markets across Americas, Africa, Middle East, and Europe under various INCOTERMS.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom project-based pricing |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels6 records
Medabil product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Medabil engineers, manufactures, and assembles metal building systems and structural steel solutions for industrial, commercial, and infrastructure projects, covering horizontal constructions, multi-story buildings, heavy infrastructure, process structures, and special/custom projects. The company delivers an integrated construction chain from in-house structural design and BIM planning through fabrication at two Industry 4.0 plants (140,000 tons/year capacity) to on-site assembly, complemented by engineering, maintenance, and retrofit services.
Product overview
Medabil offers a unified platform of construction solutions centered on steel structures, encompassing horizontal construction (warehouses, industrial buildings), vertical construction (multi-story buildings), infrastructure (bridges, viaducts), process structures, and special projects. The portfolio spans the complete construction lifecycle with proprietary engineering, manufacturing in two modern industrial plants with 140,000+ tons/year capacity, and on-site assembly. Technical services including corrective/preventive maintenance and retrofit complement the core structural offerings.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Construções Horizontais (Horizontal Constructions) Complete development of warehouses and commercial/industrial horizontal structures, including steel structure, roofing sheets, side closures, gutters, flashing, trim work, skylights, and thermal/acoustic insulation. Built for logistics condominiums, distribution centers, and industrial facilities requiring large free spans.
- Multiandares (Multi-Story Steel Buildings) Vertical structural solutions for multi-story buildings such as hospitals, commercial towers, shopping centers, and hotels, meeting high technical and architectural standards with foundation load reduction and construction speed advantages.
- Infraestrutura (Heavy Infrastructure Steel Structures) Heavy steel structures for road, rail, port, and airport infrastructure projects including bridges, viaducts, pedestrian bridges, and shipyards. Delivered for complex installations with reduced assembly time to minimize traffic impact and support sustainability via 100% recyclable steel.
- Estruturas de Processo (Process Industry Structures) Industrial platforms, support structures, and walkways customized for process flow requirements, equipment support, and accessibility in mining, steel, pulp and paper, chemical, energy, biofuel, sugar-alcohol, and oil and gas sectors.
- Projetos Especiais (Special Projects) Custom engineering solutions for unique and non-conventional projects such as hangars, airports, and complex-geometry buildings, requiring dedicated engineering engagement.
- Serviços Técnicos (Technical Services: Maintenance and Retrofit) Engineering services including structural analysis, building and industrial inspection, corrective maintenance (recovery of damaged/misused systems), preventive maintenance (programmed inspections and repairs), and retrofit (building modernization to current market and regulatory standards). Sold to industrial and commercial property owners across Brazil.
Quantifiable outcome
- Construction time reduced by up to 40% compared to conventional systems
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Medabil
Customer profileSegments5 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Medabil technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Medabil partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered significant and minor.
- Açotecsignificant2010 acquisition of Açotec company, expanding manufacturing capacity with two additional production units in Serra-ES and Chapecó-SC.
- Tessenderlo (Belgium)minor1998 Joint Venture with Belgian company Tessenderlo for plastics division unit.
- Varco Pruden (USA)significant1996 Joint Venture with American company Varco Pruden. Introduced VP system in 1997, modernizing all project design and budgeting processes.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves11 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Medabil competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Tuper: Brazilian steel processor and structural manufacturer serving construction, automotive, and industrial markets. Directly comparable as a Brazilian metal structures fabricator with overlapping customer base in infrastructure and industrial segments.
- Açotécnica: Brazilian steel structure manufacturer and galvanizer serving civil construction, industrial sheds, and infrastructure. Direct competitor to Medabil in Brazil's metal building systems market.
- Metasa: Brazilian manufacturer of steel structures for industrial buildings, warehouses, and infrastructure projects. Closely comparable product offering, target customers, and geographic focus to Medabil.
- Varco Pruden Buildings: US-based pre-engineered metal building systems manufacturer and historical JV partner of Medabil since 1996. Directly comparable in product category and technology platform.
Broad incumbents
- Gerdau Açominas: Brazil's largest steel producer with downstream structural and fabrication operations. Comparable as an incumbent in the Brazilian structural metals supply chain with broader product portfolio including raw steel.
- Cornerstone Building Brands: North American leader in metal building systems and components. Comparable as a large-scale metal building systems provider with industrial 4.0 manufacturing, though geographically focused on North America.
- ArcelorMittal Brasil: Global steel giant with significant Brazilian operations spanning flat and long products, including structural steel. Comparable at the input supply and structural steel level, though broader in scope.
- USIMINAS: Major Brazilian steel producer with structural and fabrication capabilities serving construction and infrastructure. Comparable as an incumbent supplier in the Brazilian structural steel supply chain, though primarily an upstream steelmaker.
Regional players
- Zamil Steel: Middle East and Asia-headquartered pre-engineered steel buildings manufacturer. Comparable in product category (pre-engineered metal buildings) and Industry 4.0 manufacturing approach, but primarily serves MENA and South Asia markets.
- Kirby Building Systems: Global pre-engineered metal building manufacturer with strong presence in India, Middle East, and Africa. Comparable as a metal building systems specialist with international project execution capability, overlapping with Medabil's export markets.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Medabil social profiles
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Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Medabil leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
Medabil funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors1 record
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Medabil M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Medabil
What does Medabil do?
Medabil engineers, manufactures, and assembles metal building systems and structural steel solutions for industrial, commercial, and infrastructure projects, covering horizontal constructions, multi-story buildings, heavy infrastructure, process structures, and special/custom projects. The company delivers an integrated construction chain from in-house structural design and BIM planning through fabrication at two Industry 4.0 plants (140,000 tons/year capacity) to on-site assembly, complemented by engineering, maintenance, and retrofit services.
Is Medabil a public or private company?
Medabil is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Medabil founded?
Medabil was founded in 1967. It employs 5,001 to 10,000 people.
Where is Medabil based?
Medabil is headquartered in Porto Alegre, Brazil, in the Latin America region.
How does Medabil make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Metal Structure Design, Fabrication and Assembly is the primary driver. The others are technical Services and international Export.
Who are Medabil's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Tuper, Açotécnica, Metasa and Varco Pruden Buildings. Broad incumbents are Gerdau Açominas, Cornerstone Building Brands, ArcelorMittal Brasil and USIMINAS. Regional players are Zamil Steel and Kirby Building Systems.
Does Medabil have an API?
No public API is recorded for Medabil.
What industry is Medabil in?
Medabil's product category is Metal Building Systems / Structural Steel Construction. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADACAA, Structural Steel Fabrication, with a secondary code of IMADACAD, Steel Plate, Sections & Welded Assemblies. Its NAICS code is 332312 and its SIC code is 3440.