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- Metalurgica Riosulense S.A. (RSUL3.SA) manufactures and distributes a wide range of steel products, including long steel products such as bars, rods, billets, and wire rods; flat steel products like coils and sheets; and specialized items including structural profiles, beams, and merchant bars. The company provides value-added services such as cutting, bending, galvanizing, and custom fabrication for construction, industrial, automotive, and agricultural sectors; it also offers galvanized steel, steel pipes, and fencing solutions under its own brands. Headquartered in Rio do Sul, Santa Catarina, Brazil, Metalurgica Riosulense was founded in 1947 and operates primarily in the domestic South American market with production facilities concentrated in southern Brazil.
The company serves key industries including civil construction, infrastructure, agribusiness, and manufacturing, targeting contractors, distributors, and end-users requiring high-quality carbon and alloy steels. Its product portfolio emphasizes sustainable steel production with a focus on recycled materials and energy-efficient processes. Geographic operations span Brazil with exports to neighboring countries in Mercosur.
In recent developments, Metalurgica Riosulense announced a strategic expansion in 2024 with a new production line for galvanized steel profiles to meet rising infrastructure demand; it also secured a major partnership with a leading Brazilian construction conglomerate for long-term supply contracts. The company completed a funding round in late 2024 to upgrade its rolling mill technology, enhancing capacity by 20 percent; no significant acquisitions or name changes reported in the last two years. These initiatives position the firm for growth amid Brazil's industrial recovery.