ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A

Construction Equipment — Scaffolding, Formwork and Shoring Systemsorpecengenharia.com.br

ORPEC Engenharia is a privately held Brazilian engineering company founded in 1965, manufacturing and renting proprietary scaffolding, formwork, and shoring systems for construction, infrastructure, industrial maintenance, and large events across Brazil.

Company typePrivate
Founded1965
HeadquartersAlm. Tamandaré, Brazil
Headcount101–250
GTM typeB2B
OfferingHardware or Manufacturing

What ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A does

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A is a privately held Brazilian engineering company founded on April 9, 1965, by Rubens Oswaldo Szezesniak, specializing in tubular steel structures, scaffolding, concrete formwork, and shoring systems. Headquartered in Alm. Tamandaré, Paraná, the company operates across four primary business segments — Edificações (building construction), Infraestrutura (highways, bridges, sanitation), Serviços Industriais (industrial maintenance and plant access), and Grandes Eventos (modular arenas, stages, and temporary structures) — serving enterprise customers across multiple industries including sanitation (Sanepar), agribusiness (Bunge), healthcare (Hospital Albert Einstein), steel (CSN), cement (Votorantim), and pulp and paper (Arauco). Over six decades, ORPEC has participated in landmark Brazilian infrastructure projects including Itaipu Binacional, the Bolivia-Brazil Gas Pipeline, and the duplication of BR-116.

The company's product portfolio centers on proprietary shoring and scaffolding systems manufactured in-house with laser cutting and AWS D1.1 welding. Core offerings include Sistema ECUB (ribbed slab shoring using reusable plastic cubetas), Sistema ALUPEC (a 2026-launched high-performance modular aluminum shoring system with quick-fit snap-fit assembly and drop-head design), Andaime de Quadro (modular frame scaffold with 150 kg/m² load capacity), Andaime Fachadeiro (facade scaffolding), seven models of telescopic Escoras Metálicas ranging from 2.50m to 4.00m with 100mm adjustable pitch, and complementary Escoramento Modular/Leve/Pesado systems. Products comply with ABNT NBR 8800, NBR 15696, and NBR 8261 standards, and include accessories (couplings, wedges, rosettes, hooks). The portfolio is supported by technical consulting, project design, assembly/disassembly services, and access ladders with anti-slip systems and guardrails.

ORPEC generates revenue through three streams: equipment and component sales (handled via direct enterprise sales and the Loja Virtual e-commerce platform at lojaorpec.com.br), rental of scaffolding/formwork/shoring equipment with integrated delivery and pickup logistics, and engineering project/technical consulting services billed on a project basis. Go-to-market is sales-led, combining enterprise field sales for large industrial and infrastructure projects, inside sales with technical specialists for mid-market engagements, and an e-commerce channel for SMB and individual buyers. Marketing leverages content (technical blog), social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube), earned media in Brazilian construction press, and annual participation in Construsul BC. The company is currently executing a 'Tração nas 4' strategic expansion across Paraná, Santa Catarina, São Paulo, and Mato Grosso do Sul.

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A firmographics

Firmographics

Name: ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A
Legal name: ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A
Website: https://orpecengenharia.com.br
Company type: Private
Founded year: 1965
Operating status: Operating
Headcount range: 101–250 employees
Short description: ORPEC Engenharia is a privately held Brazilian engineering company founded in 1965, manufacturing and renting proprietary scaffolding, formwork, and shoring systems for construction, infrastructure, industrial maintenance, and large events across Brazil.
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ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A industry classification

Industry

Product category: Construction Equipment — Scaffolding, Formwork and Shoring Systems
NAICS: Construction Machinery Manufacturing (333120), Construction Machinery Manufacturing (33312), Agriculture, Construction, and Mining Machinery Manufacturing (3331)
SIC: Construction Machinery & Equip (3531)
akta.pro primary industry: Site Services & Temporary Infrastructure Rental/Leasing (Portable Toilets, Fencing, Storage Containers) (TLABAFAH)
akta.pro secondary industry: Testing, Inspection, Certification & Commissioning (TICx) Technical Services (BPAHAIAL)

Keywords

Scaffolding systems
Tubular structures
Formwork shoring
Construction equipment
Engineering services

Where ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city: Alm. Tamandaré
HQ country: Brazil
HQ region: Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A business model

Business model

GTM type: B2B
Offering type: Hardware or Manufacturing
Cost components: Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

Engineering project and technical consulting services: ORPEC develops custom engineering projects for scaffolding, formwork, and shoring systems, providing technical consulting from analysis through execution support. Revenue is generated through project fees and technical service engagements.
Equipment and component sales: Sale of proprietary products including scaffolding systems (ECUB, ALUPEC, frame scaffolds, access scaffolds), shoring/metallic props (various models), access ladders, and accessories (couplings, nuts, wedges, washers, hooks). Products are sold through the company's virtual store (Loja Virtual) and direct sales.
Rental and logistics services: Rental of scaffolding, formwork, and shoring equipment supported by delivery and pickup logistics. Services include assembly and disassembly support, providing an integrated operational solution.

Pricing tiers

Model	Billing	Price
Other	Pay-as-you-go	Equipment and accessory sales via virtual store — no public pricing listed

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A product offering

Product offering

Core offering

ORPEC designs, manufactures, rents and supports tubular scaffolding, formwork, and shoring systems — including its proprietary ECUB and ALUPEC product lines — for civil construction, infrastructure, industrial maintenance, and large-event projects. The company complements its manufactured equipment with engineering, consulting, and logistics services, selling and renting to construction firms, industrial operators, and infrastructure developers across Brazil.

Product overview

ORPEC is a Brazilian engineering company specializing in tubular structures, scaffolding, formwork, and shoring systems for construction, infrastructure, industrial services, and large events. The product portfolio centers on two primary shoring systems: Sistema ECUB for ribbed slabs with plastic cubetas, and Sistema ALUPEC as a high-performance aluminum modular shoring system. These core systems are complemented by various scaffolding types (access scaffolding, frame scaffolding, facade scaffolding, access ladders) and shoring solutions (metal props in 7 models from 2.50m to 4.00m, modular, light, and heavy-duty shoring). The offering also includes industrial services for assembly/maintenance and temporary structures for large-scale events. All products are designed for civil construction applications with focus on safety, efficiency, and productivity optimization.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

ECUB System Proprietary tubular scaffolding and shoring system designed, manufactured, sold, and rented by ORPEC for civil construction, infrastructure, and industrial applications.
ALUPEC System Proprietary aluminum scaffolding/shoring system manufactured and supplied by ORPEC, used where lighter weight aluminum access and support structures are required.
Tubular Structures Engineered tubular steel structures sold and rented by ORPEC for construction, industrial, and large-event applications.
Formwork Systems Formwork systems for concrete works in civil construction and infrastructure projects, supplied by ORPEC.
Shoring Systems Shoring systems used to support structures, slabs, and formwork during construction, supplied and engineered by ORPEC.
Equipment Rental with Logistics Rental of ORPEC scaffolding, formwork, shoring, and tubular structures bundled with logistics, on-site delivery, and assembly support for construction and industrial customers.
Engineering and Consulting Services Engineering, technical consulting, and project support services provided alongside ORPEC's equipment offerings for civil construction, industrial, and event applications.

Quantifiable outcome

Properly engineered shoring and scaffolding reduces concrete casting cycle times, enabling faster building construction timelines
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Companies that use ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A

Customer profile

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API: No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

Mills: Brazilian-listed construction equipment rental and formwork/scaffolding company. Directly competes with ORPEC in scaffolding, shoring, and formwork rental for civil construction, with overlapping customer base in industrial and infrastructure segments but a larger national footprint.
SH Formas: Brazilian formwork and shoring systems manufacturer serving residential, commercial, and infrastructure construction. Closely comparable product line (modular shoring, props, scaffolding) and business model (sale + rental), competing with ORPEC in the South and Southeast of Brazil.

Broad incumbents

ULMA Construction: Brazilian operations of Spanish ULMA, a global formwork and scaffolding provider. Overlaps with ORPEC's concrete formwork, shoring, and access scaffold offerings, particularly on commercial and industrial building projects, with a wider portfolio and multinational backing.
BrandSafway: Global provider of access and industrial scaffolding services formed by the BrandSafway combination. Competes with ORPEC in industrial services, plant maintenance, and complex access solutions for energy, petrochemical, and infrastructure clients across Latin America.
Layher: German global leader in modular scaffolding systems with presence in Brazil. Competes with ORPEC's frame and modular scaffolding lines (Andaime de Quadro, Andaimes de Acesso), particularly in industrial maintenance and event structures.
PERI Brasil: Brazilian subsidiary of German multinational PERI, one of the world's largest formwork and scaffolding manufacturers. Competes with ORPEC on large infrastructure and high-rise projects with a broader engineered-systems catalog and global R&D resources.
Doka Brasil: Brazilian arm of Austrian Doka Group, a leading global formwork supplier. Targets similar commercial construction, infrastructure, and industrial customers as ORPEC, with engineered formwork systems and turnkey project services at the high end of the market.

Others

Harsco Industrial: Global industrial services provider with scaffolding, formwork, and on-site access offerings for heavy industry. Adjacent to ORPEC's industrial services segment rather than a direct construction competitor, but represents a similar outsourced industrial access model for steel, energy, and refining clients.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

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

Frequently asked questions about ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A

What does ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A do?

Is ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A a public or private company?

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.

When was ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A founded?

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A was founded in 1965. It employs 101 to 250 people.

Where is ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A based?

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A is headquartered in Alm. Tamandaré, Brazil, in the Latin America region.

How does ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A make money?

Three revenue lines are on record. Engineering project and technical consulting services are the primary driver. The others are equipment and component sales and rental and logistics services.

Who are ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Mills and SH Formas. Broad incumbents are ULMA Construction, BrandSafway, Layher, PERI Brasil and Doka Brasil. Harsco Industrial is listed as an others.

Does ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A have an API?

No public API is recorded for ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A.

What industry is ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A in?

ORPEC Engenharia Indústria e Comércio S/A's product category is Construction Equipment — Scaffolding, Formwork and Shoring Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is TLABAFAH, Site Services & Temporary Infrastructure Rental/Leasing (Portable Toilets, Fencing, Storage Containers), with a secondary code of BPAHAIAL, Testing, Inspection, Certification & Commissioning (TICx) Technical Services. Its NAICS code is 333120 and its SIC code is 3531.