IMA-Industria Metalúrgica Alli

What IMA-Industria Metalúrgica Alli does

IMA-Indústria Metalúrgica Alli is a privately held Brazilian automotive parts manufacturer founded in 1973 in São Paulo, producing replacement components for vehicle suspension and drivetrain systems. Its portfolio spans 2,658 active SKUs organized across three lines: Linha de Passeio (passenger vehicles, 2,153 SKUs), Linha Utilitários (utility vehicles, 319 SKUs) and Linha Pesada (heavy-duty trucks, 199 SKUs). Core product families include half shafts (semieixos), wheel hubs (cubos de roda), CV joints (juntas homocinéticas), tripot joints (trizetas), differential cups (tulipas), control arms (bandejas), stabilizer bars, bearings, axle ends, ABS sensors, clutch forks and bushing kits, with coverage across major Brazilian-market OEMs such as Chevrolet, Fiat, Ford, Volkswagen, Renault, Toyota, Honda and Hyundai.

The company operates a single manufacturing facility exceeding 10,000 m² in São Paulo, producing forged, stamped and machined metal components with an emphasis on durability for both passenger and commercial applications. Its technology stack is conventional metalworking; there is no disclosed use of AI, advanced sensors or proprietary software beyond standard e-commerce tooling. The facility's scale and SKU breadth are positioned as the primary operational advantages.

Commercially, IMA runs a B2B-led aftermarket model targeting Brazilian auto parts distributors, retailers and workshops, supplemented by direct inside-sales via phone and WhatsApp and a Shopify-powered direct storefront at ima.ind.br. A multi-platform digital catalog (iOS, Android, desktop) supports part lookup by vehicle, part code or free-text search. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; the company generates revenue primarily through hardware sales of replacement parts to a fragmented domestic customer base, with no disclosed export or OEM-supply channels.

Name

IMA-Industria Metalúrgica Alli

Legal name

IMA - Indústria Metalúrgica Alli

Website

https://ima.ind.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Aftermarket Parts

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Steering and Suspension Components (except Spring) Manufacturing (33633), Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing (33635), Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (3363)

SIC

Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714), Ball & Roller Bearings (3562)

akta.pro primary industry

Axle & Suspension Linkages (Control Arms/Tie Rods/Bushings/Ball Joints) (IMACAIAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Passenger Vehicle Chassis, Suspension, Steering & Braking Manufacturing (ICE) (IMACAAAJ), Truck Chassis, Axle, Suspension & Brake Systems Manufacturing (IMACABAL)

Keywords

• Automotive replacement parts
• Suspension components manufacturing
• Drivetrain parts production
• Metal forging automotive
• Aftermarket vehicle parts

Headquarters

HQ city

São Paulo

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Automotive Parts Sales: IMA generates revenue through the sale of automotive replacement parts including wheel hubs, half shafts, CV joints, control arms, and transmission components to distributors and auto parts retailers in the Brazilian market.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

IMA manufactures and sells automotive replacement parts for suspension and drivetrain systems, including wheel hubs, half shafts (semieixos), constant velocity joints, control arms (bandejas), tripot joints, differential cups, bearings, ABS sensors, and clutch forks. The portfolio of 2,658 SKUs spans passenger vehicles, utility vehicles, and heavy-duty trucks, serving the Brazilian aftermarket with products built through forging, stamping, and machining at a 10,000+ m² manufacturing facility.

Product overview

IMA-Industria Metalúrgica Alli is a Brazilian automotive parts manufacturer founded in 1973, producing replacement parts for suspension and drivetrain systems. The company operates as a single unified product portfolio of 2,658 automotive components organized across three vehicle lines: Linha de Passeio (passenger cars, 2,153 products), Linha Utilitários (utility vehicles, 319 products), and Linha Pesada (heavy trucks, 199 products). The core product categories include suspension components (Bandeja control arms, Barra Estabilizadora stabilizer bars), wheel components (Cubo de Roda wheel hubs, Rolamentos bearings), drivetrain parts (Semieixo half shafts, Junta Homocinética CV joints, Trizeta tripot joints, Tulipa differential cups, Ponta de Eixo axle ends), and related components (Sensor ABS, Garfo de Embreagem clutch forks, Embuchamento bushing kits). IMA maintains a manufacturing facility exceeding 10,000 m² and serves the Brazilian aftermarket with products validated for compatibility across major vehicle manufacturers including Chevrolet, Fiat, Ford, Volkswagen, Renault, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, and others.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bandeja (Suspension Tray/Control Arm) Suspension control arm designed for maximum strength and durability, providing stability and safety in vehicle suspension systems. Used as a replacement part for passenger and commercial vehicles.
• Barra Estabilizadora e Braço Tensor (Stabilizer Bar and Tension Arm) Stabilizer bars and tension arms for vehicle suspension control and stability. Replacement components for automotive suspension systems.
• Cubo de Roda (Wheel Hub) Wheel hub assemblies for various vehicle applications, fundamental for wheel rotation and braking systems. A core foundational product since IMA's founding.
• Junta Homocinética (Constant Velocity Joint) Constant velocity joints enabling power transmission while accommodating suspension movement. Used in drivetrain systems for light and heavy vehicles.
• Cruzeta (Cross Joint / U-Joint) Cross joints for drivetrain and suspension applications, enabling rotational power transfer.
• Semieixo (Half Shaft/Axle) Half shaft assemblies for power transmission from differential to wheels. One of IMA's foundational products since 1973.
• Trizeta (Tripot Joint)

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Nakata Automotiva: Brazilian aftermarket manufacturer specializing in suspension, steering, and drivetrain components including control arms, tie rods, and CV joints. Closest direct competitor to IMA in the Brazilian replacement parts channel with similar product mix and B2B distribution model.
• FRAS-LE: Brazilian friction and brake parts manufacturer owned by Randon Corp. Comparable domestic aftermarket player with similar B2B distribution and 50+ year operating history, though concentrated in braking rather than suspension/drivetrain.

Broad incumbents

• Tupy S.A. Large Brazilian automotive parts manufacturer with global operations in powertrain and structural components. Overlaps with IMA in driveline and suspension parts but serves both OEM and aftermarket at significantly larger scale.
• Mahle Metal Leve: Brazilian subsidiary of Mahle Group producing engine, bearings, and filtration components. Comparable to IMA in domestic manufacturing scale and aftermarket presence, though broader product portfolio spanning ICE, filtration, and electronics.
• ZF Aftermarket: Aftermarket division of ZF Friedrichshafen encompassing TRW, Lemförder, and other legacy brands. Competes with IMA in Brazilian suspension and drivetrain categories with global R&D backing and broader premium positioning.
• GKN Automotive: Global leader in CV joints, half shafts (semieixos), and driveline technology, now part of Dowlais. Directly comparable to IMA's core CV joint and half shaft product lines, with substantially larger scale and OEM relationships.
• SKF do Brasil: Brazilian subsidiary of SKF, the world's largest bearing manufacturer. Directly overlaps with IMA's Rolamentos (wheel bearings) line and competes across multiple automotive aftermarket categories with global brand strength.
• Febi Bilstein: German aftermarket parts brand under Bilstein Group producing suspension, steering, and drivetrain components. Comparable product mix to IMA's control arms and stabilizer bars, distributed globally with growing Brazilian presence.
• NTN-SNR: Joint venture of NTN and SNR producing bearings, hubs, and drivetrain components. Overlaps with IMA's bearing and wheel hub categories with global manufacturing footprint and stronger OEM ties.

Regional players

• Mando Corporation: Korean automotive parts manufacturer producing suspension, braking, and steering components. Comparable product categories to IMA, primarily serving OEM and aftermarket in Asia with limited Brazilian distribution presence.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC5qj2Wto1M4U-qBRvHNfG2w
• Facebookfacebook.com/ImaIndustriaMetalurgicaAlli
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ima-ind%C3%BAstria-de-autope%C3%A7as
• Instagraminstagram.com/ima_autopecas

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Investors

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