What Krontec does

KronTec is a Chilean industrial technology integrator founded in 2008 that delivers automation, control, energy management, OT/IT networking, substation automation, and electrical panel integration services to large-scale mining, energy, oil & gas, and heavy industry clients across Latin America. The company's portfolio spans five solution lines: Automation & Control (SCADA/PLC/DCS engineering and integration using Zenon, ETAP, Octoplant, and OPC UA/Modbus/Profinet/Ethernet-IP networks), Energy Management (Power Monitoring Expert, EcoStruxure Microgrid Flex, ETAP, ION meters, AccuSine harmonic filters, DVR), Networks & Communications (LAN/WAN, OT cybersecurity, industrial networking with Moxa, Hirschmann, Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto), Substation Automation (IEC 61850/104/ICCP/DNP3, IED protection, RTU integration with Schneider RTU T-500 and Siemens SICAM A8000), and the Centro de Integración KronTec (CIK), its own facility in Quilicura for low and medium voltage electrical panel design, fabrication, and integration compliant with IEC 61439 and SEC RIC N°2. KronTec is ISO 9001 certified and holds multi-vendor certifications including Rockwell Automation Partner, Schneider Electric EcoXpert Alliance Partner (Power Management) and Official Partner, and ABB Alliance Partner, which together provide preferential access to leading industrial platforms and co-selling channels.

The company operates an enterprise field-sales model with custom project-based pricing and high-touch 'cercanía operacional' engagement from engineering concept through commissioning, with no self-service or e-commerce channels. Revenue is generated through a mix of engineering services, custom panel and cabinet manufacturing, third-party hardware resale, and software platform configuration/licensing (Zenon, ETAP, PME, Octoplant, EcoStruxure Microgrid Flex). The customer base is concentrated in Tier-1 Chilean mining and energy operators (Codelco, BHP, Escondida, Antofagasta Minerals, SQM, Collahuasi, Teck, Spence, Capstone Copper, ENAP, Gasco, Meridian, Ausenco), with planned 2026 expansion into Peru.

Name

Krontec

Legal name

KRONTEC SPA

Website

https://krontec.cl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

KronTec is a Chilean industrial technology integrator founded in 2008 that delivers automation, energy management, substation automation, OT/IT networking, and electrical panel integration to large-scale mining, energy, and oil & gas operators across Latin America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation and Integration Services

NAICS

Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512), Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825)

akta.pro primary industry

Instrumentation, Controls & Automation (DCS/PLC/SCADA, SIS, Metering) (EUAEAFAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Power Plant I&C / SCADA / DCS EPC (EUAEAAAN), I&C / Controls & Automation Commissioning (DCS/PLC/SCADA) (EUAEAJAD), Natural Gas Pipeline Integrity, Monitoring & Control (SCADA, Leak Detection) (EUAAACAI)

Keywords

• Industrial automation services
• Energy management systems
• Substation automation solutions
• Electrical panel integration
• OT/IT network integration

Headquarters

HQ city

Providencia

HQ country

Chile

HQ region

Latin America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Engineering & Integration Services: KronTec generates revenue through professional engineering services including conceptual, basic, and detailed engineering for automation, control, energy management, and substation projects. Services include programming and development of PLC/DCS/HMI/SCADA software, FAT/CAT/SAT testing, commissioning, and post-implementation support.
2. Electrical Panel Manufacturing & Integration (Hardware): Design, fabrication, and supply of custom low and medium voltage electrical panels including TDF/TDA, CCM, CDC, TTA/TTM, VDF, and UPS cabinets, manufactured at the CIK facility. Revenue is generated from panel supply and integration into client operations.
3. Software Platforms & Licensing: Supply and configuration of software platforms including Zenon SCADA, ETAP, Power Monitoring Expert, Octoplant, and EcoStruxure Microgrid Flex. Revenue may include software licensing, configuration, and ongoing support.
4. Industrial Equipment Supply: Supply of industrial electrical and automation equipment including variable frequency drives (ATV630, FC302, Powerflex), RTUs (RTU T500, RTU-A8000), IEDs, and industrial networking equipment (MOXA, Hirschmann). Equipment is sourced from vendor partners including Schneider Electric, Siemens, Danfoss, Rockwell Automation, ABB, and Phoenix Contact.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

KronTec is an industrial technology integrator that delivers end-to-end automation, energy management, substation automation, industrial networking, and custom electrical panel solutions for large-scale mining, energy, oil & gas, and heavy industry clients in Latin America. The company combines engineering services, proprietary integration methodologies, and certified partner platforms (Rockwell, Schneider Electric, ABB) with its own manufacturing facility (Centro de Integración KronTec – CIK) to design, fabricate, implement, and support critical operational technology systems.

Product overview

Krontec is an industrial technology integrator offering a platform-plus-services portfolio organized around five core solution areas: Automation & Control, Energy Management, Substation Automation (Grid Automation), Networks & Communications, and Electrical Panel Integration (CIK). The core software products are OCTOPLANT (OT change management) and SCADA Energy Edition for electrical system supervision. These are complemented by the EcoStruxure Microgrid Flex and Power Monitoring Expert (PME) platforms (from Schneider Electric), and ETAP for EMS/digital twin simulation. The hardware portfolio encompasses VFDs (ATV630, FC302/202, Powerflex), RTUs (RTU T-500, SICAM A8000), protection relays (IED SCH P1/P5/P7), active harmonic filters (AccuSine), dynamic voltage restorers, and industrial networking equipment (Moxa, Hirschmann). The CIK (Centro de Integración Krontec) manufactures and integrates low/medium voltage electrical panels and control cabinets. All products are delivered through engineering services spanning conceptual, basic, and detail engineering, project execution, FAT/CAT/SAT testing, commissioning, and post-sale support. Krontec operates as an authorized partner of Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric (EcoXpert Certified), and ABB.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Centro de Integración KronTec (CIK): The Centro de Integración KronTec (CIK) specializes in the design, manufacturing, and integration of low and medium voltage electrical panels and cabinets for power, control, communications, and instrumentation.

Products and services

• Automatización & Control (Automation & Control Engineering Services) Integral automation projects encompassing conceptual, basic, and detail engineering; PLC/DCS/HMI programming and development; FAT/CAT/SAT testing; and implementation and commissioning for industrial processes in mining and heavy industry.
• Gestión de Energía (Energy Management Services) Energy management combining software platforms, equipment, and engineering services for electrical system visibility, consumption analysis, power quality improvement, and cost optimization for industrial clients.
• Automatización para Subestaciones Eléctricas (Grid/Substation Automation) End-to-end substation automation including SCADA/OT integration, OT cybersecurity, IED protection engineering, RTU configuration, industrial networking, and CEN regulatory compliance (SITR, SLRP, EDAC).
• Redes & Comunicaciones (Networks & Communications Services) Industrial OT and IT network services including diagnostics, engineering, design, implementation, and support for communications infrastructure, LAN/WAN, cybersecurity, and cloud/edge architectures.
• Centro de Integración KronTec (CIK) — Electrical Panel Integration Service Design, fabrication, and integration of low and medium voltage electrical panels and cabinets for power, control, communications, and instrumentation. Uses Rittal equipment, EPLAN engineering platform, and FAT testing protocols compliant with IEC 61439 and SEC RIC N°2.
• Tableros de Fuerza (Power Distribution Panels: TDF/TDA, CCM, CDC, TTA/TTM, VDF, UPS) Low and medium voltage power distribution panels including power and lighting boards (TDF/TDA), motor control centers (CCM), load distribution centers (CDC), automatic transfer switches (TTA/TTM), VFD cabinets (VDF), and UPS systems. Rated 12-690 Vac / 24-125 Vdc, up to 1600A, IP54-IP67 protection.
• Tableros de Control (Control Panels: PLC/RIO/RTU, Automation, Communications, Servers) Control panels for PLC, RIO, RTU SCADA automation, communications, and server applications. Features 12-220 Vac / 24-125 Vdc control voltage, customized lamicoids for harsh environments, and passive or forced ventilation.
• OCTOPLANT (OT Change Management Software) OT change management platform for controlling, backing up, and auditing PLC, SCADA, and industrial system configurations. Ensures technical traceability, prevents unauthorized changes, and protects automation system continuity.
• SCADA Energy Edition (Zenon-based SCADA Platform) SCADA platform for electrical system control, substation automation, and process visualization. Supports protocols IEC 61850, IEC 104, and ICCP for grid integration, with cybersecurity features and scalable HMI.
• EcoStruxure Microgrid Flex (Microgrid Control Solution) Schneider Electric microgrid control solution managed by KronTec for controlling distributed energy resources, enabling grid-connected or island-mode operation, load prioritization, and energy optimization in industrial facilities.
• Power Monitoring Expert (PME) Energy Management Platform Schneider Electric energy management platform for real-time electrical monitoring, billing to cost centers, power quality analysis (including IEEE 519 harmonic compliance), and energy consumption reporting.
• ETAP Electrical Network Simulation and Digital Twin Electrical transient analysis program for electrical network simulation, EMS, and digital twin modeling. Used for operational optimization and planning of electrical systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30%–40% reduction in unplanned production stoppages
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration58 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Rockwell AutomationcoreTechnology or IntegrationRockwell Automation is a certified partner of KronTec, providing the automation and control technology portfolio (PLCs, SCADA, industrial networks) that KronTec integrates for its clients. The partnership enables KronTec to design, implement, and support Rockwell-based automation solutions in Chilean mining and industrial operations.
• Schneider ElectriccoreTechnology or IntegrationKronTec holds multiple Schneider Electric certifications: EcoXpert Alliance Partner (Power Management), Official Partner, and works with Schneider platforms including ATV630 variable drives, RTU T-500, IEDs (SCH P1/P5/P7), EcoStruxure Microgrid Flex, and Power Monitoring Expert. The partnership covers energy management, power quality, substation automation, and electrical panel integration.
• ABBcoreTechnology or IntegrationABB is a strategic technology partner providing automation, control, and electrical distribution technologies integrated by KronTec in mining and industrial projects. ABB products are incorporated into KronTec's electrical panel and automation solutions.
• RittalcoreTechnology or IntegrationRittal is the preferred supplier of electrical enclosure and cabinet systems for KronTec's Centro de Integración (CIK). Rittal equipment (including Perforex machining, cable stations, and busbar bending systems) is used to manufacture standardized, high-quality electrical panels and cabinets for industrial applications.
• Phoenix ContactsupportingTechnology or IntegrationPhoenix Contact provides industrial connection and automation components integrated into KronTec's electrical panels and control systems, including terminal blocks, relays, and interface modules.
• Eaton CorporationsupportingTechnology or IntegrationEaton is listed among KronTec's technology partners for electrical power management and distribution components used in panel integration projects.
• DanfosssupportingTechnology or IntegrationDanfoss supplies variable frequency drives (FC302, FC202) integrated by KronTec into industrial automation and energy management solutions for mining and process industries.
• SiemenssupportingTechnology or IntegrationSiemens provides industrial automation and substation technology (RTU SICAM A8000, IEDs) that KronTec integrates into its automation and grid solutions. KronTec also references Siemens equipment in networking and electrical panel contexts.
• MoxasupportingTechnology or IntegrationMoxa supplies industrial networking equipment (switches, protocol converters) integrated by KronTec into OT network infrastructure for mining and industrial operations, supporting reliable field-level communications.
• Hirschmann (Belden)supportingTechnology or IntegrationHirschmann industrial networking products (switches, routers) are integrated into KronTec's OT network designs for substation automation and industrial communications applications.
• AMDTsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerAMDT is listed among KronTec's strategic alliances and associations, contributing to technology integration and industry collaboration in the Chilean mining sector.
• SICEPsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSICEP is a strategic association within KronTec's alliance network, supporting efficiency, safety, and technology integration in Chilean mining operations.
• SONAMIsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSONAMI (Sociedad Nacional de Minería) is a mining industry association of which KronTec is a member, supporting industry collaboration, advocacy, and knowledge-sharing in the Chilean mining sector.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Rockwell Automation: Global leader in industrial automation (PLCs, SCADA, industrial networking) and a core technology partner of KronTec. Comparable because it supplies the underlying control platforms KronTec integrates and competes for large mining-automation programs in Chile, though its business model is product-first versus KronTec's integration-first model.
• Schneider Electric: Global automation and energy-management incumbent (EcoStruxure, Power Monitoring Expert, Microgrid Flex) and KronTec's most strategic partner, holding EcoXpert and Official Partner status. Comparable because Schneider both supplies KronTec's platforms and directly pursues integrated energy/automation projects at the same Chilean mining accounts.
• ABB: Global automation, electrification, and industrial-networking supplier that is both a KronTec technology partner and a competitor for substation-automation and motor-control projects in Chilean mining, oil & gas, and energy. Comparable as a broad incumbent with overlapping solutions and Chilean mining account coverage.
• Siemens: Global industrial-automation and digital-industry leader whose SICAM RTUs, IEDs, and Ruggedcom networking gear are integrated by KronTec. Comparable as a broad incumbent competing for grid automation, substation, and process-automation projects in Chilean heavy industry.
• Honeywell: Global process-automation incumbent (Experion PKS, Field Device Manager) with significant mining and energy customers in Latin America. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering overlapping DCS/SCADA and OT-cybersecurity solutions for the same heavy-industry customer base KronTec targets.

Direct peers

• Emerson: Global industrial-automation and process-management specialist (DeltaV DCS, PACSystems, Plantweb) with active mining-sector presence in Latin America. Comparable because Emerson offers integrated automation platforms and services for mineral processing that directly overlap KronTec's PLC/DCS/SCADA integration scope at copper and other mining operations.
• Yokogawa: Global process-automation specialist (CENTUM VP DCS, FAST/Tools SCADA) with a strong mining and metals practice in Latin America. Comparable as a direct competitor for DCS/SCADA integration projects at mineral-processing and copper-mining operations similar to those KronTec serves.

Emerging players

• Treetech: Brazilian specialist in power-quality, transformer monitoring, and industrial automation for the mining and energy sectors. Comparable as a regional emerging player focused on a similar mining-automation niche in Latin America, though more product-centric than KronTec's full-service integration model.
• Altus: Brazilian industrial-automation manufacturer (PLCs, remote I/O, SCADA) serving process industries including mining in Latin America. Comparable as an emerging regional player with overlapping PLC/SCADA/control-panel offerings, though primarily product-led rather than a turnkey integration house.

Regional players

• Ingeteam: Spain-headquartered specialist in power electronics, automation, and OT for renewable energy and industrial facilities, with growing Latin American operations. Comparable as a regional player with overlapping capabilities in substation automation, microgrids, and energy management for industrial customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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