Exports are a great business opportunity for Brazil. Recently, Máquinas Furlan participated in a business mission, which made contact with representatives from 4 African countries.

In Johannesburg, South Africa, the company presented its complete line of mining equipment. The African continent represents a growing consumer market in the construction and milling sectors.

The durability of products and castings and after-sales service are Furlan's main differentiators highlighted by international buyers. Stay with us and learn more, including about the mobile crushing project that delighted Paraguayan businesspeople.

Africa: a growing consumer market

The African continent is made up of 54 countries, home to nearly 1.4 billion people. The second most populous continent on the planet also has the highest population growth rate, indicating the presence of a growing consumer market.

In 2023, African countries were the fourth main destination for Brazilian exports. There are more than 6,000 business opportunities for Brazilians in the region, according to the Export and Investment Promotion Agency (ApexBrasil).

During the Brazil Africa Solutions mission, a delegation of 23 Brazilian companies, including Furlan, visited Johannesburg, South Africa. Over the course of 3 days, the delegation participated in business rounds with 64 businesspeople and government representatives from Angola, South Africa, Mozambique and Tanzania.

In a report on its website, APEX highlighted the potential for trade with Africa – see here .

Janaina Brito, International Business Coordinator at Máquinas Furlan, says that the contact was with a group composed basically of wholesale, construction and limestone, granite and marble extraction companies, in addition to the foreign trade sectors of the Embassies of Angola, Tanzania and Mozambique.

“We are closer to these businesspeople and governments. This way, Furlan will have the opportunity to export its equipment and spare parts, generating good business for Brazil and contributing to the development of these countries,” says Janaina.

Máquinas Furlan is also improving its governance. The Foreign Trade Promotion Agency prioritizes, in its missions, participants who invest in a constant flow of exports and in the presence of women in leadership positions.

Durability and Technical Assistance: Furlan's differentials stand out

Máquinas Furlan has been in business for 62 years. The production of mining equipment and castings is characterized by versatility. All operations take place at the industrial unit in Limeira (SP), where the Equipment, Castings and Services divisions are located.

In addition to being one of the market leaders in Brazil, it has strengthened its presence in North, Central and South America. Representatives in these regions provide customer service.

In Africa, sales of parts and equipment to Angola, where the company has been present for over 15 years, have increased.

Furlan's complete catalog, which includes more than 150 models of machines for the mining industry, is one of its highlights. It can therefore supply the national and international markets with complete plants for mineral processing.

It also provides customized equipment for the following operations:

. Crushing

. Drying and Cooling

. Grinding

. Classification and Separation.

The Castings Division produces parts made of manganese steel, carbon steel and refractory high-chromium alloys, among others, whose main characteristic is high resistance to wear and abrasion. Furlan's Foundry offers the market wear and replacement parts weighing from 10 to 5,500 kilos.

Casting services can be provided for the Mining sector, as well as for refractory steel and railway projects.

In both divisions, the international market assessment is that Furlan develops projects marked by innovation and durability of materials. Durability, nowadays, means cost reduction and greater productivity in companies.

Services Division: offering solutions to the customer

Another highlight in exports is the Services area. The offer of solutions to customers is the result of Furlan's experience in renovation, training and consulting projects, in addition to the sale of pre-owned equipment.

In after-sales, Technical Assistance also stands out for always being at the customer's side, as most mining projects are highly complex and require personalized service.

So, now it's time for your company, in Brazil or abroad, to contact Furlan and present your project. Click here and discover the benefits of partnering with one of the world's leading suppliers of mining machinery.