Topema Cozinhas Profissionais Indústria e Comércio LTDA, operating under the brand Topema Innovations, is one of Brazil’s most advanced manufacturers and solution providers in the professional kitchen equipment and sustainable energy sectors. Based in Diadema, São Paulo, the company has earned national recognition for its pioneering approach to integrated kitchen systems, renewable technologies, and environmental innovation.
Company Overview
With decades of experience and an innovation-driven mindset, Topema has positioned itself at the intersection of food service, sustainability, and automation. The company caters to a wide range of industries—from food service operations and hospitality to public institutions and healthcare facilities—offering state-of-the-art cooking, refrigeration, waste management, and energy-saving technologies.
Topema’s operations are guided by founder Nelson Ferraz Cury, a well-respected leader in Brazil’s industrial kitchen innovation scene.
Product and Service Offerings
Topema provides a highly diversified product portfolio that addresses various dimensions of kitchen and energy efficiency:
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Cooking Equipment:
- Forno Combinado Boost and Mini Boost
- Industrial Stoves (Fogões Industriais)
- Fryers, Flat-top Grills (Chapas Quentes)
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Refrigeration Solutions:
- Horizontal and Vertical Freezers
- Refrigerated Display Cases (Vitrines)
- Mini Cold Rooms (Mini Câmaras)
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Waste Management Systems:
- Organic Waste Recyclers (ECO30, ECO100/120, ECO300)
- Rapid composting systems for institutional use
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Energy Systems:
- Biomass Water Heaters
- Integrated Sustainable Energy Modules
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Furniture and Distribution:
- Stainless Steel Workstations
- Custom Distribution Counters
- Shelving and Utility Furniture
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Technological Innovations:
- Robot Frozen Innovations (automated frozen food serving)
- Temperature Monitoring Systems (Temp Control)
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Services:
- Equipment Leasing
- Preventive and Corrective Technical Support
- Kitchen Planning and Engineering Consulting
Specialisation and Core USP
Topema’s USP is its fusion of advanced industrial kitchen technology with sustainable and energy-efficient practices. Unlike standard manufacturers, Topema offers modular, scalable systems customized to client needs, backed by:
- Exclusive innovations like the ECO Waste Recycler series
- Smart kitchen management systems
- Integration of biomass and renewable energy solutions
- Strong emphasis on local fabrication and national sourcing
Their Robot Frozen and Boost oven series have become benchmarks in the Brazilian institutional kitchen space, especially in healthcare and educational deployments.
Financial Insights
Topema is a privately held entity; however, estimates indicate the company generated over R$70 million in revenue in 2023. Their growth has been fueled by:
- Government procurement contracts
- Large-scale installations in schools, prisons, and hospitals
- Expansion into Latin American markets through export of waste management solutions
Shipment and Export Records
Topema exports select product lines—especially its ECO waste recyclers and modular cook lines—to markets in Latin America and Africa. Based on ITC TradeMap and Brazil’s export records:
- In 2023, Topema shipped over 320 industrial units abroad, including to Argentina, Angola, and Colombia
- ECO100 and ECO300 models comprise 60% of the company’s export volume
Target Market
Topema serves a multi-segmented market comprising:
- Industrial kitchens (hospitals, correctional facilities, schools)
- Corporate foodservice providers
- Sustainable infrastructure projects
- Franchises and quick-service restaurants
- Export markets seeking green foodservice solutions
Capabilities
Topema maintains a high-tech manufacturing and R&D hub in Diadema with:
- Full-scale fabrication lines for stainless steel components
- Energy systems engineering division
- Technical laboratory for automation and sensor development
- In-house software development for Temp Control monitoring
The company also offers nationwide service coverage through trained partner networks.
Certifications and Compliance
Topema holds a variety of regulatory and quality certifications, including:
- INMETRO safety certification for electrical and gas appliances
- ISO 9001 for quality management
- ANVISA compliance for all food-contact equipment
- Energy and emissions audits for sustainability claims
Their ECO line is also compliant with Brazil’s CONAMA environmental standards.
Customer Testimonials
Government agencies and private clients report:
- 30–40% energy cost reductions after implementing biomass water heating systems
- 70% reduction in organic waste volume in kitchens using ECO composters
- Praise for modularity, reliability, and long-term ROI
Major installations include municipal kitchens in São Paulo, school feeding programs, and leading hospital foodservice systems.
Major Achievements
- Launched Brazil’s first robotic frozen food vending system
- Developed the ECO Organic Waste Recycling System, now installed in over 300 institutions
- Recognized as one of the Top 10 Green Tech Innovators in foodservice by national sustainability programs
- Won ABIEPAN award for Innovation in Institutional Equipment (2022)
- Built the first fully energy-sustainable institutional kitchen pilot project in Paraná
Topema Innovations continues to define the future of professional kitchens through its relentless pursuit of sustainability, automation, and functionality.
