Ribeiro Caram Group

Founded in 1997 - International presence

Industrialized Steel Construction: Comprehensive Engineering for Latin America

Industrialized steel construction demands absolute precision and top-tier management. At Connect Buildings, we develop comprehensive engineering solutions for industrial facilities, warehouses, and multi-story buildings, turning technical complexity into predictability for executives.

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Ribeiro Caram Group

Corporate support since 1997

In-House Engineering

BIM - Structural design - Local standards

Constructin 360

Cameras - Update Mon/Thu

Direct Supervision

Partner or field engineer

Strength and Authority

End-to-End Integrated Supply Chain Management

As experts in integrated supply chain management, our core business is to provide comprehensive global supply chain management. In addition to our in-depth knowledge of local regulations, we operate with the financial strength to support large-scale projects in Latin America and the Caribbean.

  • 366,000m² in logistics complexes developed in partnership with GLP, Prologis and Brick;
  • Projects in Latin America, the Caribbean and Africa - multiple regulatory and climate contexts;
  • In-house engineering with 3D BIM modeling and design according to local regulations in each country;
  • Strategic alliances with manufacturers in Brazil and Asia - competitiveness without compromising quality.
34.000 m²

High specification logistics warehouse - Uruguay

137.000 m²

A well-established logistics park equipped with state-of-the-art technology.

Over 20 Years

Building a network of relationships with global customers and suppliers.

Value Chain

Integral Control: From Design to Assembly

We do not depend on a single manufacturing line. We integrate the best global suppliers under our quality protocol - with full transparency at every stage.

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Consulting Engineers
Manufacturing
Logistics
Complete Monitoring
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Allied Suppliers
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Risk Mitigation

Risk Mitigation: Robust and Efficient Engineering

In Central America and the Caribbean, building without certified seismic and wind engineering poses an unacceptable legal and financial risk. Every millimeter of our structure is designed to withstand operating conditions that comply with local regulations and international standards.

  • ASCE 7
  • ANSI/AISC 360
  • IBC
  • AWS D1.1
  • SMACNA
  • CSCR
  • R-001
  • REP
  • NTDS
Hurricane Resistance
Calculation of seismic and wind loads in accordance with ASCE 7 and local codes. Connections designed to withstand winds exceeding 250 km/h in areas of critical exposure.

ASCE 7 - ANSI/AISC 360 - SMACNA

Seismic Resistance
In-house engineering for high seismicity zones in Panama and Costa Rica. Rigid connections and bracing according to each country's regulations.

CSCR - CFIA - REP Panama

Local Regulations
Seismic and wind building codes. Compliance documented on every drawing from the design phase onward.

Design requirement - Not for correction

Pre-Field Inspection
Dimensional control, welds, paint thickness, shot blasting and adhesion test in factory. No component leaves without registered verification.

Traceability per part - Skid checking

Exclusive Differential

Total Transparency with 360° Remote Monitoring

Physical distance cannot be a blind spot in managing your investment. Through our strategic partnership with Constructin, you have access to complete visibility of physical progress on site - no travel or on-site audits.

Solutions Ecosystem

Industrialized Steel Construction for Every Asset Type

Main Volume

Industrial and Logistics Warehouses

Distribution centers, warehouses, and logistics parks equipped with PEB, Joist, and Roll On systems. 

Design tailored to your specific load flows, operational height and machinery - not a standard catalog.

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High Complexity

Buildings and Special Projects

Hotels, data centers, hangars, cold storage warehouses, piperacks and multi-story buildings. Shorter construction time between 30% and 50% compared to conventional concrete.

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Specialized Systems

PEB Building Systems

Solid-core PEB, lattice joists. The right system for every project—selected based on engineering requirements, not stock availability.

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High Complexity Portfolio

Projects Implemented for Major Logistics and Industrial Stakeholders

Delivery capacity validated by large-scale works for global reference operators.

Connect Buildings - Uruguay
34.000 m²
High specification logistics warehouse
Uruguay - PEB System - Porticos Alma Llena, VT y Correas - Stapled Roof and Trapezoidal Enclosure - 100% Dispatched

LPG - Ribeiro Caram Group - Brazil
137.000 m²
Logistics Park - GLP Brazil
Brazil - Trusses and Roll On - Global benchmark logistics real estate operator with presence in more than 17 countries - 100% Delivered

LPG - Ribeiro Caram Group - Brazil
92.000 m²
Logistics Park - GLP Brazil
Brazil - Concretolena and Roll On Beams - Second work for LPG - repeated scale and confidence with the same operator - 100% Delivered

Prologis - Ribeiro Caram Group - Brazil
42.686 m²
Logistics park - Prologis Brazil
Brazil - Tilt-up with Roll On system - World leader in logistics real estate with a portfolio of more than 1.2 billion m² in the world - 100% Delivered

Brick - Ribeiro Caram Group - Brazil
95.000 m²
Logistics park - Brick Brasil
Brazil - I-profiles Beams and Joist - Logistics developer specialized in distribution infrastructure in Latin America - 100% Delivered

Regional Presence

Tailored Engineering for Each Market

We are not a company that exports a generic product. We tailor our engineering to the standards, seismic conditions, wind loads, and regulatory requirements of each region.

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Panama

Logistics Hub of the Americas

PEB structures for free trade zones and the Panama Canal corridor. Engineering designed in accordance with the REP and current seismic codes.

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Costa Rica

High Specification Industrial Warehouse

Advanced manufacturing, Coyol Free Trade Zone and export logistics. CSCR seismic calculation with CFIA certified local engineering.

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Dominican Republic

Hurricane Resistance - Industrial Buildings

Free trade zones, Puerto Caucedo, Haina, agribusiness and hotels. Structures certified for high category hurricanes - a non-negotiable requirement in the Caribbean.

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Ensure the structural viability, financial control and security of your next infrastructure. Our team performs preliminary analysis without obligation.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Industrial Steel Construction

We answer the technical and financial questions that managers and investors ask before committing capital to infrastructure.

Yes - but resistance is not a generic attribute of the material: it is the result of a specific calculation for each territory. Our in-house engineering team sizes each project according to the seismic and wind codes in force in the country where it operates, as a design requirement from the outset, not as an afterthought. In the Dominican Republic, we calculate for resistance to high category hurricanes. In Costa Rica, for areas of active seismic activity. In Panama, for REP requirements. More than 20 years calculating structures for extreme conditions in Central America and the Caribbean back up every project we deliver.

An industrialized steel structure can be erected between 30% and 50% faster than conventional construction, depending on the size of the project. The difference is not only in assembly: the engineering process with BIM resolves interferences before fabrication, eliminating the rework that lengthens traditional construction sites. For an investor, every month of delay has a real cost - interest on committed capital and unearned revenue. Delivering ahead of schedule is not a business case: it is a direct impact on the return on the asset.

An existing structure was designed for another operation. Adapting your logistics to that building means compromising clear heights, dock position, floor capacity and circulation routes - constraints that lead to ongoing operational inefficiency and rising maintenance costs. A custom-engineered industrial building delivers exactly what your operation requires from day one of operation. In addition, a technically documented engineered industrial asset has a higher market value than standard structures - whether for future sale or for lease to third parties.

Each component undergoes a rigorous inspection protocol at the factory before shipment - dimensional, welds, painting and traceability per part. We perform skid checking before shipment and upon receipt on site, with photographic documentation of each stage. We do not depend on the manufacturer's honesty: our technical team verifies on-site. No non-conforming component arrives at the quarry, which protects the schedule and eliminates rework costs in the field.

Through the Constructin 360° system, we install cameras at strategic points of the plant that update images every Monday and Thursday. You have complete visibility of progress without the need for international travel. In addition, a Connect Buildings partner or engineer is physically present on site during critical assembly stages - direct supervision is not outsourced. The investor receives first source information with the frequency and level of detail that managing a high-value asset requires.

The three systems respond to different load, span and schedule logics. The PEB system with full web portal frames concentrates the steel where the structure needs it most, making it ideal for large clear spans and high loads - the predominant solution in high specification industrial buildings. The Joist truss girder system covers large spans with lighter structures, reducing the load on foundations and the logistical cost of importation. Roll On applies continuous ribbon roofing that eliminates seams and guarantees total waterproofing, critical in Caribbean and Central American climates. The selection is made by our in-house engineering team based on operational requirements, schedule and available budget.

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