SITECH BRASIL - GRUPO SOTREQ

What SITECH BRASIL - GRUPO SOTREQ does

SITECH Brasil is a Brazilian authorized technology distributor operating as a subsidiary of the Grupo Sotreq conglomerate. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Contagem (Minas Gerais) with additional offices in Campinas (São Paulo) and Curitiba (Paraná), the company employs 98 people and distributes products from four global technology brands — Trimble, Caterpillar AccuGrade, Rajant, and Brigade — across the Brazilian national territory. Its portfolio spans GNSS receivers and Universal Total Stations for positioning; Trimble Earthworks, RoadWorks, and GroundWorks systems for machine control of earthmoving, paving, and drilling; Rajant InstaMesh mobile mesh networks for site connectivity; Brigade vehicle safety systems; and proprietary software platforms (Trimble Business Center, WorksManager, WorksOS, SiteWorks) for project modeling, remote monitoring, and productivity tracking.

The company serves eight vertical segments — construction, mining, agriculture, forestry, renewable energy, ports, industrial operations, and energy infrastructure — with construction and mining identified as primary. Revenue is generated through hardware sales of distributed OEM products, professional services (consulting, installation, configuration, calibration, startup), internationally certified training programs, custom solutions from a dedicated special-projects engineering team, and equipment/infrastructure rental. The go-to-market is enterprise field sales supplemented by inside sales via phone (4004-7060 capitals, 0800-655-7060 regions), WhatsApp, and web contact forms, with multi-year project-based contracts and quote-on-request pricing.

SITECH has also developed a proprietary asset in LIVe (Lifeguard Vehicle), a teleoperation system the company describes as unique globally, enabling remote control of multi-brand machines and trucks in high-risk environments and integrating positioning, mesh communications, security, and custom image software. The company operates certified Trimble and Rajant laboratories and claims a 40%+ productivity uplift for customers adopting its machine-control systems, with a documented case study of up to 35% efficiency gain at D'Italia Empreendimentos in civil construction.

Name

SITECH BRASIL - GRUPO SOTREQ

Legal name

Grupo Sotreq

Website

https://sitechbr.com.br

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

SITECH Brasil is the authorized Brazilian distributor of Trimble, Caterpillar AccuGrade, Rajant, and Brigade technologies, providing positioning, machine control, mesh networking, and safety solutions to construction, mining, agriculture, and industrial enterprises across Brazil, with a proprietary LIVe teleoperation system.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Technology and Machine Control Systems

NAICS

Construction, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532412), Support Activities for Forestry (1153)

SIC

Construction Machinery & Equip (3531), Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)

akta.pro primary industry

Telematics/ELD & Onboard Data Recorder Diagnostics / Compliance Checks (TLAKANAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Port Equipment Maintenance & Field Service (Terminal MRO for Handling Assets) (TLAHALAF), Fleet Asset Management & Telematics (Diagnostics, Predictive Maintenance) (THAIANAH)

Keywords

• Machine control systems
• Construction technology solutions
• GNSS positioning systems
• Teleoperation technology
• Mesh communication networks

Headquarters

HQ city

Contagem

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Technology Products Distribution: SITECH Brasil generates revenue as an authorized distributor of Trimble, Cat AccuGrade, Rajant, and Brigade technology products, selling hardware and software systems for positioning, machine control, communication networks, and safety.
2. Professional Services and Consulting: Full-service delivery from consulting for identifying specific needs of each client or project, through to project completion, including technical specialist services, installation, configuration, calibration, and startup of systems.
3. Training and Certification Programs: Specialized training programs and continued customer capacity building, including international certification in conjunction with technology developers. Programs include classroom and field software modeling training.
4. Special Projects and Custom Solutions: Customized technology solutions developed by a dedicated special projects team for varied applications across different market segments.
5. Equipment and Infrastructure Rental: Equipment and infrastructure rental for projects, allowing clients to focus on productivity and safety while SITECH provides the necessary systems on a rental basis.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

SITECH Brasil is the authorized distributor in Brazil of Trimble, Caterpillar AccuGrade, Rajant, and Brigade technology brands, providing integrated positioning, machine control, communication network, teleoperation, and safety solutions for construction, mining, agricultural, forestry, renewable energy, port, industrial, and energy sectors. The company delivers complete project lifecycle support from consulting and needs identification through installation, configuration, calibration, startup, training, and ongoing technical support. Core offerings include machine control systems (Trimble Earthworks, Cat AccuGrade, RoadWorks, GroundWorks), GNSS positioning receivers and Total Stations, Rajant mesh communication networks, Brigade safety systems, and the proprietary LIVe teleoperation system.

Product overview

SITECH Brasil operates as an authorized distributor of Trimble, Cat AccuGrade, Rajant, and Brigade technology brands, offering integrated solutions for construction, mining, agriculture, forestry, ports, and industrial sectors. The product portfolio comprises three integrated pillars: (1) Machine Control systems including Trimble Earthworks/Cat Grade, RoadWorks, GroundWorks, and Cat AccuGrade for automated implement control in earthmoving, paving, and drilling operations; (2) Surveying and Positioning technologies featuring GNSS receivers (R780, R750), Universal Total Stations (SPS730, SPS930), TSC7 controller, and Trimble SiteWorks software; and (3) Communication and Monitoring infrastructure with Rajant BreadCrumb mesh network products (Peregrine LTE, Hawk, ES1, Peregrine, JR3), BCcommander management software, and Trimble WorksManager/WorksOS platforms. Additional offerings include Brigade vehicle security systems, the proprietary LIVe teleoperation system, and custom Special Solutions for specialized applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LIVe: LIVe (lifeguard vehicle) - an innovative teleoperation solution developed by SITECH Brasil for safety in high-risk operations, featuring Engineering 4.0 and cutting-edge technology for remotely controlled equipment.

Products and services

• Trimble Earthworks / Cat Grade Machine control system for earthmoving activities developed with modern intuitive software for Caterpillar motor graders, bulldozers, and excavators, enabling precise implement control and automation. For construction and earthmoving companies.
• Trimble RoadWorks Paving control system applied to rigid or flexible pavement pavers, milling machines, and recycling equipment from multiple brands. For paving contractors and infrastructure construction companies.
• Trimble GroundWorks System for drilling and pile driving equipment from multiple brands enabling precise control in drilling and pile driving processes with visualization of position, inclination angles, and depth. For foundation and infrastructure contractors.
• Cat AccuGrade Machine control system for Caterpillar equipment providing 2D and 3D control solutions designed for Caterpillar machines. For construction companies using Cat equipment.
• Trimble R780 GNSS Receiver Ultra-rugged modular GNSS receiver configurable as base or rover with 11-hour internal battery life, scalable and adaptable for severe construction site conditions. For surveying and construction positioning applications.
• Trimble R750 GNSS Receiver GNSS receiver incorporating latest Trimble positioning technology with a complete set of modern communication features in a modular robust package. For surveying and construction positioning applications.
• SPS730 Universal Total Station Robotic total station positioning through Universal Total Station technology with machine control capabilities at millimeter accuracies for earthmoving and finishing activities. For precision construction and surveying.
• SPS930 Universal Total Station Robotic total station for positioning via Universal Total Station technology with millimeter accuracy control for construction and earthmoving operations. For precision construction and surveying.
• Trimble TSC7 Controller Robust data collector with Windows Mobile operating system and Trimble SCS900 software for surveying, staking, level verification, and volume measurements, featuring wireless connectivity. For surveying professionals and construction teams.
• Trimble SiteWorks Site measurement tool that simplifies earthmoving and surface finishing operations, enabling contractors to measure material volumes, monitor levels and material thickness, and perform layout tasks. For construction companies and earthworks contractors.
• Trimble Business Center Project and modeling software that generates constructible 3D models from various design software platforms. For engineers, surveyors, and construction planners.
• Trimble Stratus Drone imagery processing platform for topographical measurements of construction sites, allowing precise topographic surveys. For surveyors and construction site managers.
• WorksManager Online management platform enabling integration of all Trimble systems with real-time data sharing between office and field operations, including remote productivity monitoring via 3G, 4G, or Wi-Fi. For construction operations managers and project teams.
• WorksOS Remote access platform for integrated databases managed by WorksManager, generating reports and management information across all construction project phases. For construction management and reporting.
• Rajant BreadCrumb Mesh Network Devices Family of mesh network devices (Peregrine LTE, Peregrine, Hawk, ES1, JR3) using Rajant InstaMesh proprietary technology for mobile mesh connectivity with redundancy, reliability, and resilience in critical environments. For mining, ports, oil and gas, airports, warehouses, and industrial operations.
• BCcommander Network management and monitoring software for Rajant BreadCrumb mesh networks, providing global network view through an easy-to-understand graphical interface. Available for Windows and Linux. For network administrators managing mesh communication deployments.
• Brigade Vehicle Safety Systems Comprehensive vehicle and mobile machine safety technology solutions including monitor and camera systems, 360-degree vision systems, backup alarms (reverse warning), ultrasonic proximity sensors, radar proximity sensors, and digital vehicle recorders. SITECH provides certified support, extended warranty, and remote assistance for Brigade products. For operators of vehicles and heavy mobile machinery.
• LIVe (Lifeguard Vehicle) Teleoperation System Proprietary teleoperation system developed by SITECH Brasil, claimed to be unique in the world, integrating precision systems, communication, security, and high customization with Engineering 4.0 technology. Enables 100% execution of engineering operations without personnel exposure to inherent risks, with proprietary image software for remote control of multi-brand machines and trucks. For mining, construction, and any operation with high-risk environments.
• Special Solutions (Custom Engineering) Customized technology solutions developed by a dedicated multidisciplinary team of engineers for specific client needs across various market applications, including technical proposals, installation consulting, data modeling, and remote productivity monitoring. For clients with unique operational requirements not addressed by standard products.
• Professional Services and Consulting Full-service delivery covering consulting for identifying specific client/project needs through project completion, including technical specialist services, installation, configuration, calibration, and startup of systems. For enterprise customers implementing positioning, machine control, or communication technology.
• Training and Certification Programs Specialized training programs and continued customer capacity building, including international certification in conjunction with technology developers. Programs include classroom and field software modeling training. For operators, technicians, and engineers of Trimble, Rajant, and other technologies.
• Equipment and Infrastructure Rental Equipment and infrastructure rental for projects, allowing clients to focus on productivity and safety while SITECH provides necessary systems on a rental basis. For project-based customers needing technology without capital purchase commitment.

Quantifiable outcome

• More than 40% increase in operational productivity with machine control and automation systems
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• TrimblecoreTechnology or IntegrationSITECH Brasil is the official authorized distributor of Trimble brand technology products in Brazil. This includes GNSS RTK systems (R780, R750), Universal Total Stations (SPS730, SPS930), machine control systems (Trimble Earthworks, Trimble RoadWorks, Trimble GroundWorks), software platforms (Trimble Business Center, Trimble Stratus, WorksManager, WorksOS, SiteWorks), and controllers (TSC7). Trimble represents the core technology portfolio for SITECH's positioning and machine control solutions.
• Caterpillar AccuGrade (Cat AccuGrade)coreTechnology or IntegrationSITECH Brasil is the official distributor of the Cat AccuGrade line, providing machine control systems specifically designed for Caterpillar equipment. AccuGrade systems are offered alongside Trimble Earthworks as part of SITECH's machine control portfolio for earthworks activities.
• RajantcoreTechnology or IntegrationSITECH Brasil is the authorized distributor of Rajant mesh network technology, including BreadCrumb devices (Peregrine LTE, Peregrine, Hawk, ES1, JR3) and BCcommander management software. Rajant networks use proprietary InstaMesh technology for mobile mesh connectivity in complex operations. SITECH also operates a certified Rajant laboratory.
• BrigadecoreTechnology or IntegrationSITECH is an authorized distributor of Brigade technology, a leader in safety systems for vehicles and mobile machines. Brigade products include monitor and camera systems, 360-degree vision systems, reverse alarms, ultrasonic proximity sensors, radar proximity sensors, and digital vehicle recorders. SITECH provides certified support, extended warranty, and remote assistance for Brigade products.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sokkia (Topcon Group): Sokkia, now part of Topcon, offers surveying total stations, GNSS, and field software that compete with Trimble's SPS series that SITECH distributes. Comparable positioning technology portfolio serving construction, surveying, and mapping customers.
• Topcon Positioning Systems: Topcon is a primary global competitor to Trimble in machine control, GNSS positioning, and surveying for construction and agriculture, with a direct Brazilian commercial presence. Competes head-to-head with SITECH's Trimble Earthworks/RoadWorks/GroundWorks portfolio across the same customer verticals.
• SITECH (Global Trimble Dealer Network): SITECH is Trimble's global authorized dealer brand for civil construction machine control and positioning technology, with sister operations across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. SITECH Brasil operates as the Brazilian node of this same network with an essentially identical portfolio and GTM motion.

Emerging players

• ComNav Technology: ComNav Technology is a Chinese manufacturer of GNSS receivers and surveying instruments competing with Trimble's R-series GNSS that SITECH distributes. Provides lower-cost positioning alternatives in construction and surveying applications.
• Stonex: Stonex is an Italian manufacturer of GNSS receivers, total stations, and machine control solutions with growing presence in Latin America. Competes with Trimble's positioning portfolio that SITECH distributes, particularly in surveying and construction verticals.
• CHC Navigation: CHC Navigation is a Chinese GNSS and positioning equipment manufacturer expanding globally in surveying, construction, and agriculture. It competes with Trimble R-series GNSS that SITECH distributes, often at lower price points in emerging markets including Latin America.
• Hemisphere GNSS (Hexagon): Hemisphere GNSS, now part of Hexagon, manufactures GNSS positioning products serving construction, agriculture, and marine markets. Its Brazilian distribution overlaps with the addressable market for SITECH's Trimble GNSS portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Caterpillar (Cat Connect / Cat Grade): Caterpillar offers Cat Connect and Cat Grade 3D machine control integrated into its heavy equipment, partially overlapping with SITECH's Cat AccuGrade distribution business. As an OEM with direct dealer network (Sotreq itself being a Cat dealer), it represents both a partner and broader competitor.
• Trimble Inc. Trimble is the OEM creator of most of SITECH's flagship products (Earthworks, RoadWorks, SiteWorks, Business Center, R-series GNSS, total stations) and operates its own SITECH global dealer network plus direct enterprise sales. Both partner and broader competitor in construction technology.
• Hexagon (Leica Geosystems): Hexagon's Leica Geosystems division offers directly competing surveying, GNSS, and machine control solutions (Leica iCON, Hexagon Mining) with global brand recognition. Competes in the same Brazilian construction, mining, and forestry segments via direct and channel sales.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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