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Tsubakimoto Kogyo Co., Ltd., known as "Tsubaco," is a premier Japanese trading and engineering services company headquartered in Osaka, Japan. Established as part of the Tsubakimoto Group, the company has evolved over the decades into a leading solutions provider specializing in power transmission, factory automation, industrial materials, sensing technologies, and global equipment trading.

Core Business

Tsubakimoto Kogyo operates as a comprehensive industrial technology partner, leveraging both distribution and engineering capabilities to deliver high-performance machinery, custom systems, and advanced maintenance technologies to industries including automotive, manufacturing, electronics, logistics, and infrastructure.

Its key operational divisions are:

• Power Transmission
• Facility & Equipment
• Industrial Materials
• Sensing Systems
• Overseas Trading Operations

Product and Service Offerings

Power Transmission Products

• Roller Chains, Leaf Chains, and Attachment Chains
• Sprockets, Couplings, and Locking Devices
• Gear Reducers and Motion Control Devices

Facility & Equipment Solutions

• Material Handling Equipment (conveyors, sorters)
• FA Systems (factory automation lines)
• Precision Assembly Equipment
• Robotics Integration and Customized Machinery

Industrial Materials

• Engineered Plastics and Resins
• Nonwoven Fabrics for Filtration and Medical Use
• Lubricants, Adhesives, Chemical Processing Equipment

Sensing & Inspection Technologies

• Image Processing and Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)
• Predictive Maintenance Sensors
• Smart Monitoring Systems

Overseas Business Division

• Import/export of industrial systems
• Custom procurement and turnkey project support for global operations

Specialisation and Core USP

Tsubaco’s strength lies in engineering-driven trading, enabling the company to not only supply parts but also to co-develop and customize industrial solutions. Their unique market positioning allows them to:

• Offer end-to-end solutions from parts procurement to system integration.
• Collaborate with over 3,000 manufacturers and solution providers.
• Provide tailored maintenance and inspection solutions based on Japan’s industry 4.0 framework.
• Operate with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified quality and environmental systems.

Financials

Tsubakimoto Kogyo is publicly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 8052.T), ensuring transparency and investor trust. Key financial data for FY2023 includes:

• Revenue: ¥102.3 billion (~$700 million USD)
• Operating Profit: ¥5.9 billion (~$40 million USD)
• Net Income: ¥4.2 billion (~$29 million USD)
• ROE: 7.9%
• Total Employees: Approx. 1,200+

The company has shown stable growth driven by demand for factory automation and smart maintenance in Asia and expanding global trade operations.

Shipment Data

As an engineering-focused trading firm, Tsubaco handles thousands of equipment shipments annually. Based on global logistics data:

• Export/Import Activity: Spanning Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America
• Top Export Destinations: Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Germany, U.S.
• Average Lead Time: 2 to 8 weeks for customized systems
• Supply Chain: Integrated with over 200 local and international logistics partners

Target Market

Tsubaco serves multiple verticals including:

• Automotive and Tier 1 OEMs
• Semiconductor and Electronics Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage Processing
• Medical and Pharmaceutical Production
• Smart Factories and Logistic Centers

Capabilities

• Engineering Design Offices in Osaka, Tokyo, and Nagoya
• Factory Automation Integration Labs
• R&D Partnerships with sensor and robotics firms
• After-Sales & Maintenance Division
• Digital Twin & Simulation Engineering Support

Certifications and Compliance

• ISO 9001:2015 Certified Quality Management System
• ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management
• RoHS & CE Compliant Products
• JIS Certified Components for local compliance in Japan

Customer Testimonials

“Tsubaco’s sensor-based inspection system reduced our defect rate by 40% within 6 months.”
— Plant Manager, Tier 1 Automotive Supplier

“Reliable, tech-savvy, and fast to respond. Tsubaco is more than a supplier—they’re a solutions partner.”
— Automation Project Lead, Electronics Assembly Firm

Major Achievements

• Listed on Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market
• Strategic alliances with companies like Omron, THK, and NSK
• Over 50,000 industrial solutions deployed globally
• Multiple patent filings in mechatronics and sensing systems
• Established international offices in Thailand and China to serve APAC clients

Tsubakimoto Kogyo Co., Ltd. continues to lead the intersection of engineering and industrial trading in Japan and abroad, distinguished by its technical depth, customer-centric solutions, and global outlook.