Maxiclima

What Maxiclima does

Maxiclima SA is a Brazilian manufacturer of climate-control and refrigeration equipment for commercial and recreational vehicles, founded in 1997 and headquartered in São Marcos, Rio Grande do Sul. The company's core technology portfolio spans evaporative cooling systems (climatizadores), thermoelectric DC refrigerators, and compressor-based electric air conditioners, all engineered for 12V and 24V vehicle electrical systems. Its product catalog is organized into four categories: climatizadores (Slim, Slim G7, Essence, Utility, Maxi Connect, Climatumid), refrigerators spanning 9L to 70L (X-Power, X-Force, X-Travel, X-Basic, RMO, plus vehicle-specific SKUs for Scania, Volvo FH, and Mercedes-Benz Actros cabins), electric air conditioners (Maxi Ar Premium, Lite 2.0, RV 220V, Camping), and accessories including Bluetooth control modules (Comando Connect), i-LED panels, Power Stations, and folding solar panels. Proprietary technical features include a water pre-cooling system, ultrasonic-diaphragm humidification, and a Bluetooth/app control layer introduced in 2025.

Maxiclima serves Brazilian professional truck drivers, motorhome and RV owners, and camping/outdoor consumers, with a primary focus on reducing cabin temperatures by up to 10°C and preserving food/beverages during long-haul transport. The company is a self-described pioneer and market leader in the Brazilian truck-cabin climatization segment, with 28+ years of category presence. Manufacturing is concentrated at the São Marcos facility; no subsidiaries, parent company, or external institutional investors are disclosed.

The business model is direct hardware sales through three channels: an own-brand e-commerce store (loja.maxiclima.com.br) with installment plans up to 12x, a nationwide authorized dealer and technical-assistance network covering all Brazilian states, and WhatsApp-based direct sales. Revenue is generated one-time at unit level (R$419 for control modules to R$7,230 for the portable AC), with no disclosed subscription, software, or service-revenue component. Marketing relies on content (corporate blog, YouTube), social media (Facebook, Instagram), and event sponsorships including Fenatran, Autopar, and the Festa dos Motoristas. No API, SDK, or AI/ML capabilities are offered, and geographic operations are confined to Brazil.

Name

Maxiclima

Legal name

Maxiclima SA

Website

https://maxiclima.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Maxiclima SA is a Brazilian manufacturer founded in 1997 that produces DC-powered evaporative air conditioners, thermoelectric refrigerators, and compressor air conditioners for truck cabins, motorhomes, and outdoor applications, sold across Brazil through a nationwide dealer network and direct e-commerce.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mobile Climate Control Equipment

NAICS

Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564)

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive HVAC Modules & Integrated Climate Units (IMACALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Automotive HVAC Controls & Actuation (HVAC ECUs/Actuators/Sensors) (IMACALAH), Automotive Air Distribution & Ventilation Components (Blower Motors/Ducts/Vents/Cabin Filters) (IMACALAF), Air Handling Units (AHUs) & Rooftop Units (RTUs) (IMADANAA)

Keywords

• Evaporative air coolers
• Vehicle refrigerators
• Truck cabin climatizers
• Mobile climate control
• Portable power stations

Headquarters

HQ city

São Marcos

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: One-time sales of climate control equipment including evaporative coolers, refrigerators, air conditioners, solar panels, and power stations. Products are sold directly via e-commerce and through dealer network across Brazil.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Maxiclima manufactures and sells DC-powered climate control and refrigeration equipment designed for trucks, motorhomes, vans, and recreational vehicles. Its portfolio spans evaporative cabin climatizadores, portable and fixed 12V/24V refrigerators (9L to 70L), electric air conditioners for motorhomes, and accessories such as solar panels, power stations, LED panels, and replacement control commands. Products are sold direct-to-consumer via e-commerce and an authorized dealer network across Brazil.

Product overview

Maxiclima is a Brazilian manufacturer of climate control and refrigeration solutions for commercial vehicles, founded in 1997. The product portfolio includes three main categories: (1) Evaporative cooling systems (climatizadores) under the Slim G7, Slim, Essence, Utility, Maxi Connect, and Climatumid brands for truck cabins, (2) Portable and fixed refrigerators under the X-Power, X-Force, X-Travel, X-Basic, NTG, Actros, RMO, and Mega Space lines with capacities ranging from 9L to 70L, and (3) Electric air conditioners including Maxi Ar Premium, Maxi Ar Camping, Maxi Ar RV 220V, and Maxi Ar Lite 2.0. The ecosystem is complemented by accessories such as replacement commands (Comando series), i-LED panels, Power Stations, solar panels, and lithium batteries. The company operates exclusively in physical products for the automotive/transportation sector with no software, AI, or API offerings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Refrigerador Gaveta Universal Universal-fit drawer refrigerator designed for installation inside truck cabins, providing food and beverage preservation for drivers during long-haul trips.
• Geladeira Externa 70 litros External 70-liter refrigerator for trucks, providing substantial storage capacity for food and beverages during extended trips.
• Refrigerador X-Power 9L Compact 9-liter portable refrigerator from the X-Power line, designed for personal use in vehicles.
• Refrigerador Portátil X-Force Portable X-Force refrigerator line available in 32L, 38L, and 46L capacities, designed for adventurers and truck drivers, available in multiple colors.
• Refrigerador X-Power 20L 20-liter X-Power refrigerator available in 12V and 24V versions for different vehicle electrical systems.
• Refrigerador X-Travel 38L 38-liter portable refrigerator with wheels from the X-Travel line, designed for travelers requiring mobility.
• Refrigerador Interno FH Internal refrigerator designed for Volvo FH truck cabins, installed inside the cabin for easy access.
• Refrigerador X-Basic 18 Litros Entry-level 18-liter X-Basic refrigerator offering essential cooling for truck cabins.
• Refrigerador NTG R-S Refrigerator compatible with Scania NTG R-S truck models for in-cabin food and beverage storage.
• Refrigerador Interno S5 Internal refrigerator designed for Scania S5 truck models.
• Refrigerador NTG P-G Refrigerator compatible with Scania NTG P-G truck models.
• Refrigerador Actros Após 21 Refrigerator exclusively designed for Mercedes-Benz Actros cabin models after 2021, with 20L internal capacity and adjustable temperature reaching -2°C.
• Refrigerador RMO 47L 47-liter refrigerator for buses, motorhomes, and mobile applications, compatible with 12V and 24V systems with automatic voltage adjustment.
• Refrigerador Actros Mega Space Refrigerator exclusively designed for Mercedes-Benz Actros Mega Space cabin models with 20L internal capacity and temperature regulation down to -2°C.
• Slim G7 Evaporative Cooler Evaporative cooling system with a built-in 18-liter water tank, designed to reduce cabin temperature through humidification.
• Slim Evaporative Cooler Evaporative cooling system with LED RGB lighting (over 10 color options), featuring a pre-cooling system that works regardless of water temperature.
• Essence Evaporative Cooler Evaporative cooler with a bold design and black cover option, featuring a double pump system and easy installation.
• Utility Evaporative Cooler Evaporative cooling system designed specifically for vans, offering high air flow and an aerodynamic external appearance.
• Maxi Connect Evaporative Cooler App-controlled evaporative cooler featuring Bluetooth connectivity, dual pump system, and modern aerodynamic design.
• Climatumid Ultrasonic Humidifier Ultrasonic humidifier using a metal diaphragm vibrating at high frequencies to create water droplets, producing cold mist for a cooler and more humid environment.
• Maxi Ar Premium Electric air conditioner with digital display, remote control, rapid cooling, compatible with 12V and 24V systems with battery protection.
• Maxi Ar Camping Portable air conditioner designed for camping with a compact, lightweight design, rechargeable battery, efficient cooling, and ECO mode.
• Maxi Ar RV 220V Electric air conditioner designed for motorhomes and trailers with 4 operation modes (hot, cold, ventilation, automatic), INVERTER technology, and low-noise operation; connects to vehicle inverters or 220V electrical network.
• Maxi Ar Lite 2.0 Electric ceiling air conditioner for trucks, motorhomes, and vehicles available in 12V and 24V versions with ECO mode, Turbo mode, sleep comfort function, LED lighting, and remote control.
• Power Station Maxiclima Portable power station available in 300W and 330W models with lithium battery and DC/USB/AC outputs for powering appliances, providing approximately 8 hours of autonomous operation.
• Painel Solar 60W / 100W Portable folding solar panels in 60W and 100W options for charging Power Stations, with USB and USB-C outputs.
• i-LED Display Panel LED panel with 8 lines by 64 columns and 512 high-glow LEDs for programmable messages via keyboard, with digital voltmeter (10V–32V), used to display text, graphics, dates, time, and temperature in vehicles.
• Comando Climatizador (FH/FM replacement) Replacement command for FH and FM truck climatizers with simple pump and gravity water return.
• Comando Master - Dupla bomba Double pump replacement command for Essence and Utility climatizadores.
• Comando Master 5.5 Replacement command for the Master G5.5 climatizador.
• Comando Premium Pré-resfriamento Premium pre-cooling command for Slim and Slim G7 climatizadores.
• Comando Connect Bluetooth-controlled command for climatizadores, controllable through the Maxiclima mobile app, allowing on/off and programming functions directly from a smartphone.
• Bateria Interna Maxiclima Optional lithium battery accessory for Maxiclima refrigerators, providing approximately 8 hours of autonomous operation when no external power is available.
• Climatizador Fusion Evaporative cooler with the highest air power in the market, featuring an exclusive frame mold with elongation for universal cabin adaptation, compact structure, and a single-product design.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduces cabin temperature by up to 10°C
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Marcelo Ricardo Silva & Carla Patrice FrankminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMarketing partnership for 'O Mundo em Verde e Amarelo' (World in Green and Yellow) project. Maxiclima provided climatizer, refrigerator, LED panel, and water reservoirs for their planned 7-year VW Kombi world trip. In return, Maxiclima received branding on the vehicle, social media visibility, videos, and content promotion across their journey to 5 continents over 7 years.
• Jornal L'AttualitàminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia partnership for truck driver festival promotions. Joint promotional campaigns at driver festivals in Flores da Cunha, Campestre da Serra, and São Marcos where Maxiclima products were raffled to drivers. The newspaper helped publicize the promotions through local radio stations Solaris and Viva.
• Associação dos Motoristas São-Marquenses (AMSM)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLong-standing partnership with the São Marcos Truck Drivers Association for annual driver festivals. Maxiclima sponsors events, provides promotional items like custom mugs, and conducts product raffles at the Festa dos Motoristas celebrations.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Climma: Italian manufacturer of air conditioning and refrigeration systems for marine, RV, and special vehicles; directly comparable niche player to Maxiclima's Maxi Ar RV line and mobile refrigeration portfolio.
• Indel B: Italian manufacturer of portable and built-in refrigerators for trucks, RVs, and marine applications; directly comparable to Maxiclima's X-Force, X-Power, and truck-cabin refrigerator portfolio.
• Vitrifrigo: Italian producer of DC refrigerators and air conditioners for mobile applications including trucks, RVs, and boats; directly comparable to Maxiclima in DC-powered mobile refrigeration and cooling.
• Engel (Sawafuji / Engel Coolers): Manufacturer of portable DC compressor refrigerators widely used in trucking, 4x4, and outdoor applications; comparable to Maxiclima's portable X-Force and X-Power refrigerators for vehicles and outdoor use.
• Truma: German specialist in heating, air conditioning, and water systems for caravans, motorhomes, and camper vans; directly comparable to Maxiclima's Maxi Ar RV / motorhome product line in mobile AC for recreational vehicles.
• Dometic: Global leader in mobile climate and refrigeration for RVs, trucks, and marine; directly comparable to Maxiclima across portable refrigerators, RV air conditioners, and truck cabin climate solutions, with overlapping DC-powered product families.

Broad incumbents

• Eberspächer: German automotive climate and thermal management supplier offering HVAC, coolant, and heating solutions for commercial vehicles and passenger cars; comparable as a broad incumbent in vehicle climate systems where Maxiclima operates.
• Webasto: German automotive thermal management incumbent producing HVAC modules, roof systems, and heaters for passenger and commercial vehicles; a broad incumbent competing in the same automotive thermal category as Maxiclima but with global OEM relationships.
• Valeo: French global automotive supplier with a thermal systems business covering HVAC modules for commercial vehicles and passenger cars; broad incumbent comparable to Maxiclima in vehicle thermal management, though at much larger scale.

Emerging players

• ARB 4x4 Accessories: Australian off-road and overlanding accessories brand whose portable fridge/freezer line competes with Maxiclima's portable X-Travel and X-Power models in the outdoor / overlander use case.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/maxiclima.climatizadores
• Instagraminstagram.com/maxiclima.climatizadores
• Xx.com/midiamaxiclima
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/maxiclimaclimatizadores

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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