Athos Sistemas

What Athos Sistemas does

Athos Sistemas is a privately held Brazilian industrial automation company, founded in 1993 and headquartered on Rua Albino Boldasso Gabril in the Vila Cruzeiro neighborhood of São Paulo. The company manufactures and supplies three interconnected product lines: (1) electronic time clocks (REP — Relógio de Ponto Eletrônico) including the BioRep 200, BioPrint, and NetCard models, all compliant with Inmetro Portaria 595/2013 and Portaria 1510 for Brazilian labor regulation; (2) access control systems comprising NetControl management software and a hardware portfolio of IDBlock Facial/Inox/Balcão turnstiles, Catraca Clip, Torniquete NetBlock, Cancela Fast barrier gates, and biometric data collectors (MultiBio 700, VF 380, ForBio500, BioControl series); and (3) identification products including Supercard and PVC badges, 125 kHz and MIFARE 13.56 MHz proximity cards, UHF RFID tags, Fargo/Evolys card printers, ribbons, and accessories. Core technologies span 500 DPI optical fingerprint sensors, dual-camera facial recognition with live face detection, RFID proximity, QR code, and barcode identification, integrated through TCP/IP networking and SQL Server/Oracle database backends.

Name

Athos Sistemas

Legal name

Athos Sistemas

Website

https://athos.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Athos Sistemas is a Brazilian manufacturer of Inmetro-homologated electronic time clocks (REP), biometric and facial-recognition access control systems (turnstiles, barriers, readers), and identification products (badges, RFID cards, printers), serving enterprise and SMB customers across Brazilian retail, education, industry, clubs, and healthcare.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electronic Time and Access Control Systems

NAICS

Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec (3829)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

Parking Access & Revenue Control (PARCS) & Payment Systems (BPABAKAD)

Keywords

• Electronic time clocks
• Access control systems
• Biometric identification
• RFID proximity cards
• Workforce attendance tracking

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

Revenue model

1. Electronic Time Recording Equipment (REP): Sale of electronic time clocks (REP) including BioRep 200, BioPrint, and NetCard models. These are hardware products sold as one-time purchases with optional accessories like paper rolls and battery backups.
2. Access Control Hardware: Sale of turnstiles, barriers (Cancelas Fast I/II/III), data collectors, and access control peripherals including electromagnetic locks, contact sensors, and buttons.
3. Access Control Software (NetControl): Licensing and sale of NetControl access control management software with modules for clubs and schools, supporting SQL Server or Oracle databases.
4. Time Management Software (AssepontoWeb): Web-based time tracking software allowing real-time management of employee attendance, hour banks, and justifications.
5. Identification Products: Sale of badges, cards (Supercard, PVC), proximity cards (RFID, MIFARE, Clamshell, ISO), printers (Fargo, Evolys), ribbons, and accessories including badge holders, clips, lanyards, and card sealers.
6. Technical Support Services: Technical support services provided weekdays 9:00-17:00 for installation, configuration, and troubleshooting assistance.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Athos Sistemas manufactures and supplies electronic time clocks (REP) compliant with Brazilian Portaria 1510, access control systems including turnstiles, barrier gates, and biometric data collectors, and identification products such as PVC and Supercard badges, RFID/MIFARE proximity cards, and card printers. The portfolio is bundled with proprietary management software — NetControl for access control and AssepontoWeb for cloud-based attendance — and supported by an in-house technical service team serving customers across commerce, industry, clubs, schools, and hospitals in Brazil.

Product overview

Athos Sistemas is a Brazilian company with over 30 years of experience manufacturing automation systems. The product portfolio consists of three interconnected solution lines: (1) Identification Systems covering Supercard and PVC badges/cards, proximity cards (RFID, MIFARE, Clamshell, ISO), card printers (Fargo, Evolys), sealing machines (Pola-Seal), and badge accessories; (2) Electronic Time Clocks (REP's) including BioRep200, BioPrint, and NetCard hardware devices integrated with AssepontoWeb cloud software platform for employee time tracking; and (3) Access Control Systems comprising NetControl software platform managing turnstiles (IDBlock Facial, IDBlock Balcão, IDBlock Inox, Catraca Clip, Torniquete NetBlock), barrier gates (Cancela Fast family), data collectors (MultiBio 700, VF 380, ForBio500, BioControl series), controller boards (Placa InBio), and accessories (electromagnetic locks, door sensors, push buttons). The solutions integrate biometric (fingerprint, facial recognition), proximity card (125kHz, MIFARE), and barcode technologies across all product lines.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BioRep200 Electronic Time Clock Electronic time clock compliant with Portaria 1510 with 4.3-inch touchscreen, 500 DPI optical fingerprint biometric, 125 kHz or MIFARE proximity card support, password identification, TCP/IP communication, dual USB ports, and optional Wi-Fi/GPRS. Designed for Brazilian employers needing regulatory-compliant employee time recording.
• BioPrint Time Clock Electronic time clock approved per Inmetro Portaria 595/2013, featuring a 32-bit 400 MHz processor, dedicated Flash memory, capacity for 4 million registrations in Memory of Registration Points (MRP) and Work Memory (MT), and 10-year data retention. Targets employers needing high-volume regulatory-compliant time recording.
• NetCard Cartographic Time Clock Cartographic time clock that accepts the employee card, automatically collects and prints date/time, and returns the card. Includes programmable schedules, daylight saving time handling, and a 10-hour battery backup. For employers preferring card-based time registration.
• AssepontoWeb Time Management Software Web-based time management software enabling employees to check absences, delays, hour bank balances, and submit medical certificates and justifications. Accessible from anywhere via PC, mobile, or tablet with multi-level password-protected access. Pairs with Athos REP hardware for attendance automation.
• NetControl Access Control Software Access control management software adapted to clubs, schools, condominiums, hospitals, offices, and industries. Supports biometric, MIFARE, proximity cards, and barcode identification, real-time monitoring, visitor management with photo capture, scheduling and time zone restrictions, and full SQL Server/Oracle database integration. Includes vertical modules for clubs and schools.
• IDBlock Facial Turnstile Pedestrian turnstile with dual HD 1080p facial recognition (visible-light and IR cameras) with live face detection, 500 DPI fingerprint reader, MIFARE/125 kHz proximity card support, QR code identification, and optional SIP intercom. Lite model supports 3,000 faces and Pro supports 10,000. For controlled-entry facilities.
• IDBlock Inox Stainless Steel Turnstile Stainless steel turnstile with ultra-quiet mechanism, 4.3-inch color touchscreen, TCP/IP communication, and stand-alone or online operation. Supports 200,000+ card/password users and 2,000 to 100,000 fingerprints offline, with 800,000+ rotations durability.
• IDBlock Balcão Counter Turnstile Counter-mounted turnstile with 7-inch color touchscreen, anti-double-entry control, and badge collector, supporting 2,000 to 100,000 fingerprints depending on model, with optional GPRS and Wi-Fi connectivity. For reception-controlled entry.
• Torniquete NetBlock Bidirectional Turnstile Bidirectional pedestrian turnstile with three rotating arms, electro-magnetic locking via optical sensors, and 178 kg steel construction for indoor/outdoor use. Available in Proximity, Code (barcode), and Bio (500 DPI biometric fingerprint) reader versions.
• Catraca Clip Turnstile Turnstile with optical sensors and electromagnets for quiet operation, supporting proximity, 500 DPI biometric (1,900 or 9,900 prints), and barcode reader options, with 8-hour battery backup.
• Cancela Fast Barrier Gate Family Automatic barrier gates in three models — FAST I (1.5s), FAST II (2.5s), FAST III (3.0s) — for parking, companies, distribution centers, condominiums, and industrial sites. Supports RFID and barcode readers with TCP/IP networking.
• MultiBio 700 Multi-Biometric Access Device Multi-biometric access control device integrating facial recognition, fingerprint, password, and optional RFID identification. Stores 1,500 faces and 2,000 fingerprints with up to 20 verification methods, and connects via TCP/IP, RS-485, and RS-232.
• VF 380 Facial Identification Device Facial identification device with touch screen operating in low-light conditions. Stores up to 800 faces (optionally 1,200), with verification under 1 second, native TCP/IP, and optional Wi-Fi and USB connectivity.
• ForBio500 Compact Biometric Data Collector Compact biometric data collector with 1,500-print fingerprint storage, RFID card, and password authentication. Supports online/offline operation with RS-232, RS-485, USB pen drive, and TCP/IP communication.
• BioControl 700 WaterProof Biometric Access Device Waterproof biometric access control device with fingerprint reader, RFID/MIFARE card, and password authentication. Connects via TCP/IP for real-time access monitoring, suitable for indoor or outdoor small to large enterprise deployments.
• BioControl 100B Standalone Biometric Reader Standalone biometric reader and password device that operates without a controller or software. Stores 200 biometric templates and 8 access passwords, and directly controls locks, alarms, door sensors, and exit buttons.
• Leitor BioMifare Remoto WaterProof Reader IP65-rated waterproof biometric fingerprint reader with RS-485 communication for connection to access controllers. Designed for durable outdoor installation in all weather conditions.
• Placa InBio Access Control Board Access control board with 3K/10K/20K fingerprint capacity, 30,000 passwords, 30,000 cards, and 100,000 events storage. Runs Linux OS, supports TCP/IP and RS-485 connectivity, Wiegand 26-bit input, and controls 4 locks and 4 exit buttons.
• Supercard Polyester Badges Polyester-based badge cards that are flexible, water-resistant, fire-resistant, and chemical-resistant (unbreakable category). Printable with any laser printer for photo, personal data, and barcode use. Targets organizations needing durable employee or member credentials.
• PVC Identification Cards Rigid PVC cards with flat surface in 0.75mm and 0.45mm thicknesses. Supports holographic image, watermark, and signature bar for enhanced security. For organizations producing employee badges or access cards in-house.
• RFID Proximity Cards RFID proximity cards including Clamshell, ISO standards (Indala, AcuProxCard, ISOProx II, ProxCard II), MIFARE 13.56 MHz contactless, and UHF tags. Technologies span 125 kHz and MIFARE frequencies for access control applications.
• Proximity Key Fobs Proximity key fobs replacing cards for greater convenience in clubs, gyms, leisure hotels, sporting events, and concerts.
• UHF Proximity Tags High-resistance UHF 915 MHz RFID tags following ISO 18000-B, EPC V.1.19 Rev.2, and EPC Gen 2 standards. Marketed as the most economical RFID solution using backscatter communication technology.
• Fargo Card Printers Thermo-transfer card printers generating high-quality PVC cards in color and monochrome, with USB and Ethernet ports and compatibility with Windows, Mac, and Linux. For in-house badge issuance.
• WinSic Badge Printing Software Configurable badge and barcode card printing software that outputs digital photo and barcode suitable for any data collector or time clock on the market.
• Electromagnetic Door Locks Electromagnetic door locks with 80 kg to 500 kgf holding force, rated for 24/7 operation at 12/24 VDC, operating temperature -20°C to 60°C, aluminum construction, and no maintenance required.
• Door Contact Sensors Door contact sensors installed for electromagnetic pulse activation that transmit door state signals to data collector terminals and trigger audible/visual alerts when doors remain open beyond programmed time.
• Push Buttons / Panic Buttons Push buttons for connecting to electric lock circuits or used as panic buttons in access control systems.
• Modular Gates and Closures Modular barriers and gates in stainless steel, painted carbon steel, or 8mm tempered glass that complement access control projects with sophisticated design and high-quality aesthetics.
• No-break UPS Battery Backup Optional UPS battery backup for Athos REP time clocks delivering up to 500 receipt prints or 4 hours of standby operation during power outages.
• Thermal Paper Rolls for REP Thermal paper rolls for REP time clocks certified with 5-year durability per Portaria 1510. Available in 57 mm width with 30, 200, or 360-meter roll lengths.

Quantifiable outcome

• Inmetro-homologated time clocks compliant with Portaria 1510
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

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No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature7 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• TopData: Brazilian manufacturer of electronic time clocks (REP), access control systems, and identification solutions serving enterprise and SMB markets - directly comparable product line and customer base to Athos.
• Secullus: Brazilian provider of time and attendance software plus access control hardware, offering REP devices and access management solutions targeting SMB and mid-market customers in Brazil.
• Henry: One of Brazil's largest manufacturers of REP (Relógio de Ponto Eletrônico), access control, and identification systems. Competes head-to-head with Athos across Brazilian enterprise and SMB customers in the same regulated categories.
• Proveu: Brazilian provider of REP time clocks, access control, and electronic point solutions serving similar SMB and mid-market segments with comparable hardware-and-software bundles.
• Control iD: Brazilian manufacturer of access control, time & attendance (REP), and identification products with overlapping product categories including biometric readers, turnstiles, and access control software. Direct competitor in the same customer segments.

Emerging players

• Pontotel: Brazilian workforce management SaaS for time tracking, hour bank, and vacation management - emerging cloud-native competitor targeting the same Brazilian compliance-driven market as Athos's REP line.
• Tangerino: Brazilian cloud-based time and attendance SaaS platform focused on REP compliance and HR integration - represents a software-first alternative that competes with Athos's hardware-anchored REP business model.

Broad incumbents

• IDEMIA: Global identity and security solutions provider with biometric authentication, physical access, and identification products. Competes in the premium biometric and access control segments that Athos addresses with IDBlock Facial.
• HID Global: Global leader in physical access control credentials, readers, and identity solutions with broad enterprise footprint. Competes with Athos in turnstiles, card readers, and biometric authentication for enterprise accounts.
• ZKTeco Brasil: Global leader in biometric and access control with strong Brazilian presence offering REP, facial/fingerprint devices, turnstiles, and time & attendance software. Broader portfolio but overlapping core offerings with Athos.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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