Kitamura Machinery Strengthens Presence in Brazil Through Strategic Partnership with SAF Maquinas!

Kitamura Machinery of USA Inc., a global leader in high-precision machining solutions, has announced a significant step in expanding its reach and strengthening its support network in South America. The company has entered into an exclusive partnership with SAF Maquinas, headquartered in Pinhais, Brazil, to serve as its official distributor across the Brazilian market. This collaboration is designed to deliver localized sales, service, and application support for Kitamura’s advanced range of machining centers, reinforcing the company’s commitment to providing customers with the highest levels of precision engineering and after-sales service.

The appointment of SAF Maquinas as Kitamura’s exclusive partner reflects the growing importance of Brazil as a strategic market for high-precision manufacturing. With industries such as automotive, aerospace, medical technology, energy, and general engineering demanding world-class machining solutions, Kitamura sees Brazil as a country with tremendous potential for growth. By joining forces with SAF Maquinas, Kitamura aims to bridge the gap between advanced machine tool technology and the unique requirements of Brazilian manufacturers. This partnership ensures that customers will have immediate access to Kitamura’s innovative solutions while benefiting from the local knowledge and on-the-ground expertise of SAF Maquinas.

One of the flagship products to be represented in the Brazilian market is Kitamura’s Medcenter5ax, a compact five-axis machining center known for its small footprint, ultra-high accuracy, and automation-ready design. The Medcenter5ax reflects Kitamura’s dedication to developing solutions that not only maximize productivity but also provide flexibility for manufacturers with limited space or those seeking seamless integration into automated production lines. With SAF Maquinas showcasing this and other models, Brazilian manufacturers will gain the opportunity to experience firsthand the performance and capabilities of Kitamura’s technologies through in-market demonstrations.

According to Ted Asano, president of Kitamura Machinery of USA Inc., the partnership underscores the company’s mission to remain close to its customers by providing them with direct access to advanced technologies along with the regional expertise required for their successful application. “Brazil is an essential market for Kitamura, and our collaboration with SAF Maquinas ensures that customers receive the right combination of technical knowledge, service, and reliability,” Asano noted. “SAF Maquinas not only shares our values but also possesses the technical depth and market experience to represent Kitamura effectively.”

The SAF Maquinas team will take on the complete responsibility of representing Kitamura across Brazil, covering all aspects of customer engagement. Their services will include pre-sales consultation, application engineering support, operator training, and comprehensive after-sales service. With locally based service engineers, spare parts availability, and a commitment to customer responsiveness, SAF Maquinas is positioned to deliver reliable and timely solutions that keep production running smoothly. This localized approach minimizes downtime, improves customer confidence, and builds long-term trust in the Kitamura brand.

For Kitamura, this partnership not only expands its footprint in South America but also reinforces its global strategy of combining cutting-edge technology with strong, customer-focused regional partnerships. By aligning with SAF Maquinas, Kitamura Machinery is well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of Brazilian manufacturers, enabling them to adopt the next generation of high-precision machining solutions with confidence.