Taisei Lamick Group

Basic Information

Stock Code
4994
Industry
Chemicals
Category Detail
Industrial Materials
Prefecture
Saitama Prefecture
Establishment Year
March 1966
Listing Year
April 2002
Official Website
https://www.lamick.co.jp/
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Overview

Taisei Lamick Group is a leading industry player in packaging film manufacturing founded in 1966, a chemical manufacturer strong in films for liquid and viscous filling packaging.

Current Situation

Taisei Lamick Group, for the fiscal year ending March 2024, has consolidated sales of approximately 22.5 billion yen and net assets of approximately 14.4 billion yen, with packaging films and filling machine sales as its main pillars. Headquartered in Shirooka City, Saitama Prefecture, it operates subsidiaries such as Green Packs and has established a stable market position in the packaging materials industry. Leveraging technological capabilities like the development of the 'NT-DANGAN' liquid filling machine, it provides high value-added products. In conjunction with the transition to a holding company structure, it is strengthening group governance. It is also conscious of sustainability, advancing the development of environmentally friendly films. While differentiating from competitors, it aims to further enhance packaging materials' functionality and develop new markets.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Possesses one of Japan's leading technologies in liquid filling films.
  • Jointly develops industry-leading filling machines with Japan Seiki.
  • Has specialized in packaging films since its founding.
  • Group management capabilities dramatically improved by transition to holding company structure.
  • Green Packs operates efficiently as a logistics subsidiary.
  • Biodegradable films are a pioneer in Japan.
  • Domestic top-class scale in production of liquid and viscous filling machines.
  • Headquarters in Shirooka City, Saitama Prefecture, serves as a base for cutting-edge technology research.
  • Proactive in obtaining environmental certifications, leading industry standards.
  • Major shareholder Thai Pack is prominent in the packaging materials industry.
  • Advanced company in sustainability response within the packaging industry.
  • Custom development capabilities to meet packaging needs across diverse industries.
  • Focuses on passing down manufacturing skills for liquid packaging films.
  • Continuously updates automation and labor-saving technologies for filling machines.
  • Holds multiple domestic and international patents related to the packaging industry.

Hidden Connections

  • Joint development with Japan Seiki has built a technological collaboration beyond mere partnership.
  • Maintains stable long-term business relationships with major food manufacturer clients.
  • Holding company structure enhances synergy effects within the group.
  • Actively participates in industry-wide technology exchange meetings to comply with environmental regulations.
  • One major shareholder is a leading packaging-related company, strengthening industry linkages.
  • Conducts joint research with university research institutions on packaging material recycling technology.
  • Logistics subsidiary Green Packs advances efficient distribution network construction.
  • Some packaging machine products are jointly developed through technical partnerships with overseas manufacturers.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Increasing demand for high-functionality food and pharmaceutical packaging
  • Expansion of biodegradable film demand due to environmental regulations
  • Needs for automation and labor savings in liquid and viscous packaging machinery
  • Growth of health-oriented food packaging markets domestically and internationally
  • Strategic management strengthening effects from holding company structure
  • Potential for application expansion through new material technologies
  • Activation of packaging recycling-related markets
  • Demand for IoT and smart packaging technologies
  • Demand for high-quality packaging due to strengthened food safety standards
  • Requests for efficient global supply chain optimization
  • Enhanced market value of products with high sustainability evaluations
  • Increasing demand for packaging materials in emerging markets

Strategic Goals

  • Achieve over 30% sales ratio for biodegradable products
  • 40% reduction in group-wide CO2 emissions
  • 50% sales increase through accelerated overseas expansion
  • Complete development of IoT-compatible packaging machine models
  • Promote commercialization of major products with sustainable certifications
  • Maintain R&D expenses at 5% or more of sales continuously
  • Expand programs for coexistence with local communities
  • Qualitative improvement in employee diversity and talent development
  • Establish position as industry innovation leader
  • Launch new resource-recycling packaging materials

Business Segments

Manufacturing and Sales of Packaging Materials

Overview
Manufactures and sells high-functionality packaging materials for various industries.
Competitiveness
High-functionality material development capabilities and diverse customer response capabilities
Customers
  • Food Manufacturers
  • Beverage Manufacturers
  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturers
  • Cosmetics Manufacturers
  • Logistics Companies
  • Packaging Companies
  • Supermarkets
  • Convenience Stores
  • Manufacturing Companies
  • Exporters
  • Environmental Companies
  • Electronic Parts Manufacturers
Products
  • Liquid Filling Films
  • Viscous Packaging Films
  • Heat-Resistant Films
  • Barrier Films
  • Antibacterial Packaging Materials
  • Biodegradable Films
  • Multi-Layer Films
  • Pharmaceutical Packaging Materials
  • Plastic Bags
  • Special Packaging Materials
  • Eco-Friendly Films
  • Laminated Packaging Films
  • Anti-Fog Films
  • Light-Blocking Films
  • Food Preservation Films

Development and Sales of Filling and Packaging Machinery

Overview
Provides machinery that achieves labor savings and high efficiency in liquid and viscous filling.
Competitiveness
High-performance technology through joint development with Japan Seiki
Customers
  • Food Processing Companies
  • Beverage Filling Companies
  • Pharmaceutical Factories
  • Logistics Processing Companies
  • Filling Machine Leasing Companies
  • Industrial Product Packaging Companies
  • Small Food Factories
  • Large Food Factories
  • Medical Equipment Manufacturers
  • Container Manufacturers
  • Packaging Design Companies
  • Automation System Developers
Products
  • Liquid Filling Machines
  • Automatic Sealing Machines
  • Vacuum Filling Machines
  • Multi-Purpose Filling Devices
  • High-Speed Filling Lines
  • Hygiene Management Filling Machines
  • Compact Filling Machines
  • Dispensers
  • Sealing Machines
  • Packaging Line Machinery
  • Labor-Saving Filling Systems
  • Self-Cleaning Filling Machines
  • Vacuum Sealing Devices
  • Electronically Controlled Filling Devices
  • Multi-Layer Filling Machines

Eco-Friendly Product Development

Overview
Develops next-generation packaging materials aimed at reducing environmental impact.
Competitiveness
Product commercialization through material research and customer collaboration
Customers
  • Environmental Conservation Groups
  • Eco-Product Manufacturers
  • Recycling Companies
  • Local Governments
  • Sustainability Assessment Organizations
  • Major Food Companies
  • Chemical Material Manufacturers
  • Manufacturing Companies
  • Packaging Design Companies
  • Research Institutions
Products
  • Biodegradable Films
  • Plant-Derived Material Films
  • Environmentally Considerate Packaging Materials
  • Recycled Plastic Films
  • Low-Carbon Product Design
  • Energy-Saving Packaging Systems
  • Environmentally Certified Products
  • Carbon Emission Reduction Technology
  • Eco-Packaging Consulting
  • Sustainable Material Development

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Industry leader in liquid and viscous packaging film sector
  • High technological capabilities in filling machine development
  • Efficient group-wide management through holding company structure
  • Stable supply of high-quality products based on years of experience
  • Product lineup adaptable to diverse customer segments
  • Established production bases and logistics network in Saitama Prefecture
  • Development capabilities for biodegradable materials with environmental consideration
  • Unique filling technology through technical partnership with Japan Seiki
  • Flexible customization response capabilities
  • Strong trading relationships and support from major shareholders
  • Stable financial base and capital strength
  • Increasing recognition of products in domestic and international markets
  • Total solution proposal capabilities in filling packaging
  • Continuous advancement in multi-function film product development
  • Strengthened group governance and management strategy

Competitive Advantages

  • Ability to deploy packaging films and filling machines integrally
  • High-efficiency and high-precision products in liquid filling machines
  • Comprehensive and rapid management decisions through holding company structure
  • Retention of domestically superior multi-layer film technology
  • Advanced R&D in environmentally responsive film field
  • Flexible product provision system tailored to each customer's specifications
  • Continuous improvement of filling machines in collaboration with Japan Seiki
  • Competitive differentiation through combined provision of packaging machinery and materials
  • Reliability via long-life and high-barrier film technology
  • Ongoing regional community collaboration and community-based management
  • Broad expansion across industries and extensive customer base
  • Product trust gained through thorough quality assurance system
  • Rapid enhancement and strengthening of product safety standard compliance
  • Market superiority through proactive environmental regulation response
  • Cost efficiency through synergy utilization within the group

Threats

  • Risk of cost increases due to fluctuations in raw material prices
  • Intensifying technological innovation and price competition from competitors
  • Increased compliance costs due to stricter environmental regulations
  • Price competition in overseas markets and expansion of imports
  • Potential market shrinkage from development of alternative packaging materials
  • Growth slowdown risk due to maturity of domestic market
  • Uncertainty in import/export costs due to exchange rate fluctuations
  • Risk of damage to production bases from disasters
  • Technology succession issues due to difficulties in talent acquisition
  • Delivery delay risks from supply chain disruptions
  • Legal risks such as patent infringement lawsuits
  • Changes in demand structure due to shifts in customer purchasing behavior

Innovations

2024: Transition to Holding Company Structure and Business Reorganization

Overview
Transitioned to holding company system and implemented business spin-offs to improve management efficiency.
Impact
Strengthened group governance and enabled rapid decision-making.

2023: Development of Biodegradable Packaging Films

Overview
Introduced plant-derived biodegradable films to the market aimed at reducing environmental impact.
Impact
Expanded customer base with high environmental awareness and succeeded in new market development.

2022: Launch of High-Performance 'DANGAN' Liquid Filling Machine Model

Overview
Launched new series of high-performance liquid filling machines jointly developed with Japan Seiki.
Impact
Improved production efficiency and filling accuracy, enhancing customer satisfaction.

2021: Adoption of New Materials in Multi-Layer Films

Overview
Commercialized new materials that significantly improve heat resistance and barrier performance.
Impact
Contributed to expanded product applications and strengthened market competitiveness.

2020: Development of Labor-Saving Automation Support System for Packaging Lines

Overview
Developed automatic control system linked to filling packaging machinery.
Impact
Contributed to customers' production efficiency improvements and achieved differentiation.

Sustainability

  • Active expansion of biodegradable films
  • Setting targets to improve recycled material usage rate
  • Construction of energy-saving production lines
  • Acquisition and maintenance of environmental ISO certifications
  • Promotion of technology development for packaging material reduction
  • Thorough adoption of green procurement standards
  • Formulation and implementation of CO2 emission reduction plans
  • Implementation of community-embedded recycling programs
  • In-house rollout of environmental education programs
  • Strengthened proper management of packaging waste
  • Ongoing promotion of chemical substance usage reduction
  • Product development contributing to circular society construction