Sistemas y Proyectos
Sistemas y Proyectos is the sole authorized Crown forklift distributor in El Salvador, selling, renting, and servicing the full Crown material handling line alongside storage racks, dock equipment, batteries, aerial platforms, and cleaning equipment for industrial, manufacturing, and logistics customers across Central America since 1986.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1986
- HeadquartersSan Benito, El Salvador
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Sistemas y Proyectos does
Sistemas y Proyectos S.A. de C.V. is a private Salvadoran industrial intralogistics solutions provider founded in 1986 and headquartered in San Salvador, El Salvador. As the sole authorized Crown Equipment Corporation distributor in El Salvador, the company sells, rents, and services the complete Crown forklift line — including electric pallet trucks, stackers, counterbalanced forklifts, narrow-aisle reach trucks, trilateral forklifts, stockpickers, work-assist vehicles, towing tractors, and internal combustion models — alongside industrial storage rack systems, dock equipment (Serco), batteries and high-efficiency chargers (EnerSys/VForce), loading platforms and ramps (Autoquip, Maxon, Yale), aerial work platforms (Genie), industrial cleaning equipment (Nilfisk, Fiorentini), insulated containers (Olivo), and high-traffic doors (TKO, Chase Doors). The company also distributes a complementary Gaber/Conforto furniture line. Its proprietary technical differentiation rests on the Crown MonoLift mast (lift heights up to 17,145 mm), X-press descent technology (up to 73 meters/minute lowering), TSP regenerative descent, and VForce battery charging systems with up to 97% energy efficiency, rather than on any in-house software platform.
The business operates through two physical San Salvador locations — a sales showroom and administrative office at Colonia La Mascota, and a post-sale services and spare parts facility at 6a Calle Poniente — with go-to-market combining enterprise field sales, an advisory consultation intake form capturing operational parameters (load, lift heights, shift volumes, purchase-vs-rental preference), and a quote-based pricing model. Revenue is generated across four streams: one-time new equipment sales (new, certified pre-owned/Encore, and used), recurring rental fleet revenue, programmed and corrective maintenance services delivered by certified technicians using local original parts inventory, and spare parts sales. The company is part of a Central American business group with affiliated operations in Guatemala, Costa Rica (Distribuidora Larce), Honduras (ProLogística), and Nicaragua (Manisa), extending its regional reach across five countries while maintaining El Salvador as the sole Crown franchise territory.
The customer base spans industrial and manufacturing operations, logistics and distribution centers (primary segments), industrial cleaning buyers, and work-at-height operations (secondary segments), with a horizontal segmentation approach. No named customer logos or revenue concentration data are disclosed. Headcount falls within the 11-50 band, no funding rounds or institutional investors are identified, and the company operates as a privately held S.A. de C.V. without public listing. Over its 38-40 year history, the company has built its position on franchise exclusivity, certified technical service capability, locally stocked parts, and a multi-brand single-vendor solution portfolio.
Sistemas y Proyectos firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Sistemas y Proyectos
- Legal name
- Sistemas y Proyectos, S.A. de C.V.
- Website
- https://sistemasyproyectos.com.sv
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1986
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Sistemas y Proyectos is the sole authorized Crown forklift distributor in El Salvador, selling, renting, and servicing the full Crown material handling line alongside storage racks, dock equipment, batteries, aerial platforms, and cleaning equipment for industrial, manufacturing, and logistics customers across Central America since 1986.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Sistemas y Proyectos industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Material Handling Equipment Distribution
- NAICS
- Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924), Construction and Mining (except Oil Well) Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers (423810)
- SIC
- Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537), Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Forklifts & Industrial Trucks (IC & Electric) (IMAHABAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Industrial MRO Supplies for Vehicle/Equipment Workshops (Bearings, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Fasteners) (TLAKAOAK), Workshop Tools, Equipment & Lift Systems Distribution (TLAKAOAM)
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Where Sistemas y Proyectos is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- San Benito
- HQ country
- El Salvador
- HQ region
- Latin America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Sistemas y Proyectos business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- New Equipment Sales: Sale of new Crown forklifts (electric, combustion, hydraulic), industrial storage racks, dock equipment, batteries, chargers, industrial cleaning equipment, work-at-height platforms, and insulated containers. Equipment is sold as complete solutions with optional accessories and configurations.
- Equipment Rental (Alquiler): Rental of Crown forklift fleet including retractable (Series RR, RM, RMD), counterbalanced electric (Series FC, SC), and combustion models. The company maintains a varied fleet kept in maintained and inspected condition for maximum performance. Rental enables customers to avoid capital expenditure while accessing Crown equipment.
- Maintenance Services (Mantenimiento): Programmed and corrective maintenance services for Crown forklifts delivered by certified technicians using original parts. Programmed maintenance includes regular monitoring and preventive failure detection to extend equipment life and reduce downtime. Corrective maintenance provides on-site emergency response for unforeseen failures, accidents, or improper use damage.
- Spare Parts and Accessories: Sale of original replacement parts and accessories for Crown equipment and other brands distributed. Parts are maintained in local inventory for rapid availability without import dependency.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Advisory consultation for equipment selection |
| Subscription | Monthly | Rental fleet of Crown forklifts |
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | New Crown equipment across all product lines |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels5 records
Sistemas y Proyectos product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Sistemas y Proyectos distributes and services Crown industrial material handling equipment in El Salvador. The company sells forklifts (counterbalance, reach trucks, order pickers, pallet jacks, tow tractors, VNA and turret trucks), warehouse storage rack systems, dock levelers and seals, batteries and chargers, industrial cleaning machines, work-at-height platforms, and insulated containers. It also delivers maintenance services, spare parts, operator training, and equipment rentals as integrated after-sales support.
Product overview
Sistemas y Proyectos is an industrial intralogistics solutions provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of material handling equipment, storage systems, and logistics infrastructure. The core offering centers on Crown forklifts (manual, electric, and internal combustion models across multiple series for pallet trucks, stackers, counterbalanced, narrow aisle, trilateral, stockpickers, and towing applications) complemented by industrial storage rack systems (selective, drive-in, narrow aisle, push-back), dock equipment (Serco dock levelers, TKO/Chase impact doors, seals, restraints), batteries and chargers (VForce/EnerSys), loading dock ramps and VRCs (Autoquip, Maxon, Yale), aerial work platforms (Genie), industrial cleaning equipment (Nilfisk), and isothermal containers (Olivo). Services include forklift rental and certified maintenance. A complementary furniture line (Gaber/Conforto) is also offered. The company serves as an authorized Crown distributor in El Salvador with over 40 years of regional experience across Central America.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Crown Forklifts and Lift Trucks Full line of Crown industrial lift trucks including counterbalance forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, pallet jacks, tow tractors, very narrow aisle (VNA) trucks, and turret trucks. Distributed to industrial, manufacturing, and logistics operations in El Salvador for material handling and warehouse operations.
- Warehouse Storage Rack Systems Complete range of warehouse storage rack systems including selective rack, drive-in rack, push-back rack, cantilever rack, mezzanine structures, and carton flow rack configurations. Provided to industrial and commercial operators needing pallet storage and warehouse capacity solutions.
- Dock Equipment Loading dock infrastructure including dock levelers, vehicle restraints, dock seals, dock shelters, and industrial doors for distribution centers, warehouses, and logistics facilities.
- Batteries and Chargers (VForce systems) Crown VForce lead-acid and lithium-ion battery systems and chargers for powering electric forklift fleets and industrial material handling equipment.
- Industrial Cleaning Equipment Industrial sweepers and scrubbers for floor cleaning and maintenance in warehouses, manufacturing plants, and distribution centers.
- Work Platforms and Insulated Containers Mobile elevating work platforms and insulated containers for safe work-at-height operations and temperature-controlled material handling in industrial environments.
- Preventive and Corrective Maintenance Services Scheduled preventive maintenance and on-demand corrective repair services for forklifts, batteries, chargers, and warehouse equipment, provided as part of the company's authorized after-sales service.
- Spare Parts Genuine spare parts for Crown forklifts and material handling equipment, supplied to support maintenance, repairs, and equipment uptime.
- Operator Training Training programs for forklift operators covering safe operation, productivity, and regulatory compliance for industrial and warehouse personnel.
- Short- and Long-Term Equipment Rental Rental of forklifts and material handling equipment for short-term projects, seasonal demand, or long-term fleet supplementation without capital outlay.
Quantifiable outcome
- Up to 97% energy efficiency in battery charging systems
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Companies that use Sistemas y Proyectos
Customer profileSegments4 records
Ideal customer profiles1 record
Sistemas y Proyectos technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
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AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Sistemas y Proyectos partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, secondary and supporting.
- Crown Equipment CorporationcoreSistemas y Proyectos is the sole authorized Crown distributor in El Salvador, selling the complete Crown forklift and material handling equipment line including electric forklifts, combustion forklifts, hydraulic pallet trucks, stackers, counterbalanced, retractable, trilateral, stockpickers, tractors, and Wave picking equipment. The company provides factory warranty, certified technical service, and original parts for Crown equipment throughout El Salvador.
- Genie Lift (Terex)coreAuthorized distributor of Genie Lift work-at-height equipment including articulated platforms, scissor lifts, and telescopic platforms for industrial and warehouse applications requiring elevated work access.
- Serco EntrematiccoreAuthorized distributor of Serco Entrematic dock equipment including dock levelers, mechanical and hydraulic levelers, vertical dock ramps, end-of-dock ramps, dock seals and shelters, impact doors, high-traffic special doors, and industrial HSLV fans for loading dock optimization.
- Maxon LiftsecondaryDistributes Maxon Lift truck levelers and hydraulic truck ramps for loading and unloading operations, providing easy, safe, and cost-effective lifting of light and heavy loads from transport vehicles.
- AutoquipsecondaryDistributes Autoquip dock leveler equipment for optimizing loading and unloading operations at warehouse docks.
- TKO Dock DoorssecondaryDistributes TKO Dock Doors impact doors and high-traffic dock door solutions to minimize damage to dock panels and reduce costly repair bills.
- NilfisksecondaryDistributes Nilfisk industrial cleaning equipment including industrial sweepers, scrubbers, and polishing machines for large-scale floor cleaning in warehouses and factories.
- OlivosecondaryDistributes Olivo insulated (isothermal) containers with ATP certification, including ROLL and BAC models for temperature-controlled transport of pellets, dry ice blocks, and sanitary/thermosensitive products. The containers allow travel over 80 km during delivery route pauses.
- EnerSyscoreDistributes EnerSys VForce industrial batteries and charging systems for forklifts, offering lead-acid technology batteries suitable for light to most demanding three-shift operations, with conventional, opportunity, and fast charging support.
- Sentry ProtectionsecondaryDistributes Sentry rack and column protection equipment providing impact resistance for commercial and industrial environments, protecting concrete columns, corners, and shelving from damage caused by forklifts, equipment, materials, and personnel.
- Yale Hoists (Columbus McKinnon)secondaryDistributes Yale chain, lever, and wire rope hoists as part of load lifting and material handling equipment solutions for industrial applications.
- AR RackingcorePartner for industrial storage rack systems including selective racks, drive-in racks, narrow-aisle racks, and push-back rack systems, enabling the company to deliver complete warehouse storage solutions.
- Micropower GroupsupportingBattery and charging technology partner providing industrial battery and charger solutions integrated into the company's material handling equipment offerings.
- FiorentinisupportingIndustrial cleaning equipment partner for specialized cleaning solutions in warehouse and industrial environments.
- Chase DoorssecondaryDistributes Chase Doors high-traffic special doors including insulated doors for refrigerated areas, flexible doors, PVC strip curtains, fire-rated sliding doors, and impact doors for demanding dock environments.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Sistemas y Proyectos competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Manitou Group: French manufacturer of material handling, aerial work platforms, and earth-moving equipment. Overlaps with the Genie aerial platforms and Maxon/Autoquip loading equipment that Sistemas y Proyectos distributes.
- KION Group (Linde Material Handling): European-headquartered manufacturer of Linde and STILL forklifts with growing Latin American footprint. Competes in electric counterbalanced, reach trucks, and intralogistics solutions sold through regional dealers in Central America.
- Hyster-Yale Materials Handling: Manufacturer of Hyster and Yale forklifts and warehousing equipment with multi-brand dealer networks globally. Competes with Sistemas y Proyectos in industrial counterbalanced and warehouse-class lift trucks across Central America.
- Toyota Material Handling: Global market leader in forklifts and material handling equipment with extensive dealer networks across Latin America. Competes with Crown for the same Salvadoran and Central American end customers via authorized distributors.
- Jungheinrich: European intralogistics provider of forklifts, racking, and warehouse automation. Competes in narrow-aisle and warehouse-class equipment that overlaps with Crown MonoLift and AR Racking offerings Sistemas y Proyectos distributes.
- Crown Equipment Corporation: Global manufacturer of forklifts and material handling equipment, and the principal brand that Sistemas y Proyectos has exclusively distributed in El Salvador for over 40 years. Comparable as the upstream counterpart of the same product line the company sells and services.
- Doosan Industrial Vehicle (Bobcat): Asian manufacturer of forklifts and compact equipment with growing presence in Latin America. Competes in counterbalanced and warehouse-class lift trucks via regional dealer networks.
- Clark Material Handling: Long-established global forklift manufacturer with active dealer networks in Latin America. Competes in counterbalanced and warehouse-class lift trucks serving similar industrial end markets.
Emerging players
- Hangcha Group: Chinese forklift manufacturer with rapidly expanding global distribution, including Latin America. Competes primarily on price in counterbalanced and warehouse classes against incumbent Western brands and their dealers.
- BYD Material Handling (Forklift): Manufacturer of lithium-ion electric forklifts targeting the same fleet-electrification trend that Sistemas y Proyectos monetizes with Crown and EnerSys/VForce offerings. Emerging competitive threat in battery-powered warehouse equipment.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
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Sistemas y Proyectos M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Sistemas y Proyectos
What does Sistemas y Proyectos do?
Sistemas y Proyectos distributes and services Crown industrial material handling equipment in El Salvador. The company sells forklifts (counterbalance, reach trucks, order pickers, pallet jacks, tow tractors, VNA and turret trucks), warehouse storage rack systems, dock levelers and seals, batteries and chargers, industrial cleaning machines, work-at-height platforms, and insulated containers. It also delivers maintenance services, spare parts, operator training, and equipment rentals as integrated after-sales support.
Is Sistemas y Proyectos a public or private company?
Sistemas y Proyectos is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was Sistemas y Proyectos founded?
Sistemas y Proyectos was founded in 1986. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Sistemas y Proyectos based?
Sistemas y Proyectos is headquartered in San Benito, El Salvador, in the Latin America region.
How does Sistemas y Proyectos make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. New Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are equipment Rental (Alquiler), maintenance Services (Mantenimiento) and spare Parts and Accessories.
Who are Sistemas y Proyectos's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Manitou Group, KION Group (Linde Material Handling), Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Toyota Material Handling, Jungheinrich, Crown Equipment Corporation, Doosan Industrial Vehicle (Bobcat) and Clark Material Handling. Emerging players are Hangcha Group and BYD Material Handling (Forklift).
Does Sistemas y Proyectos have an API?
No public API is recorded for Sistemas y Proyectos.
What industry is Sistemas y Proyectos in?
Sistemas y Proyectos's product category is Material Handling Equipment Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHABAA, Forklifts & Industrial Trucks (IC & Electric), with a secondary code of TLAKAOAK, Industrial MRO Supplies for Vehicle/Equipment Workshops (Bearings, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Fasteners). Its NAICS code is 333924 and its SIC code is 3537.