São Marco, initially called São Marco Eletro Ltda, began operations in 1946.
In 1996 Xignux, through Viakable division, acquires Sao Marco initiating a new phase . With new investments and joint effort of its employees, customers and suppliers the company conquered technology, experience and reliability to deliver its products to a demanding market.
Sao Marco consists of the following divisions: Enameled Wire and Chemistry Division
Sao Marco was the first Brazilian industry to produce enameled magnet wire .
Sao Marco invests in research and search technology leadership in the areas where it operates. Innovation is the key factor for product development and process optimization, giving greater competitiveness and growth factors essential to the continued expansion of the business.
To improve its logistics, productivity and services, Sao Marco incorporated in August 1997 the company Conduplast , being currently one of the largest companies in Brazil in the production of enameled copper wires .
The chemical division of Sao Marco began its activities in 1953 in São Paulo - SP. Following the rapid development of Brazilian industry the division grew and became one of the largest domestic manufacturers of solvents , enamels and varnishes electro - insulating varnishes . In 1988, moved its plant to the industrial district of the city of Extrema , Minas Gerais , developing cutting edge technology and diversifying new products , such as resins and lubricants . Also incorporated by Xignux in 1996 , the Sao Marco Chemistry Division currently has modern manufacturing facility , located in Three Hearts - MG , and is prepared to meet the demands and needs of its customers .