AIDA Engineering

Basic Information

Stock Code
6118
Industry
Machinery
Category Detail
Manufacturing Machinery & Electrical Equipment
Prefecture
Kanagawa Prefecture
Establishment Year
March 1937
Listing Year
June 1962
Official Website
https://www.aida.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Overview

AIDA Engineering is a company established in 1937 that boasts the top domestic share in the forging press machinery field, possessing unique technologies worldwide in high-speed precision press machines and industrial robots.

Current Situation

AIDA Engineering recorded consolidated sales of approximately 84.1 billion yen and operating profit of approximately 5.6 billion yen in 2019, mainly providing high-precision press machines for the automotive sector. It has production bases domestically and internationally, expanding into multinational markets such as the US and China. As a pioneer in servo-driven presses in the press machinery field, it possesses high technological capabilities and holds about 80% of the domestic share in high-speed presses for EV motor cores. In recent years, it has focused on automation lines and industrial robots to strengthen product competitiveness. It is also proactive in building sustainable production systems and introducing energy-saving equipment, advancing environmental initiatives. Looking ahead, with the maturing domestic market in mind, it aims to establish competitive superiority in the increasingly competitive industrial machinery industry through overseas expansion and development of new fields. It emphasizes human resource development and technological innovation to enhance medium- to long-term corporate value.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Developer of the world's first servo-driven press machine
  • Approx. 80% domestic share in high-speed EV presses
  • Founded in 1917, with over 100 years of history
  • Industry leader proactive in automation and robot adoption
  • Headquarters located in Ooyamacho, Midori-ku, Sagamihara City
  • Owns multinational production bases for global deployment
  • Automotive-related accounts for approx. 70% of customers
  • Electrical and electronics-related accounts for approx. 20% share
  • Paid-in capital exceeds 7.8 billion yen, stable financial position
  • Consolidated employees exceed 2,200

Hidden Connections

  • Leads innovation in industrial machinery linked to EV industry transformation
  • Maintains long-term transaction relationships with domestic and international automakers
  • Dominates global niche market for press machines with advanced technology
  • Provides comprehensive solutions for automatic processing lines in collaboration with group companies
  • Implements forex risk mitigation strategy through international production system
  • Continues R&D investment targeting growth in industrial robotics
  • Builds high-value-added system integrating die manufacturing and press machine design
  • Strengthens group's electronic parts processing capabilities through acquisition of Japan Reliance

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Increased demand for high-speed precision presses due to EV market expansion
  • Growing needs for automation and labor reduction in manufacturing
  • Overseas expansion leveraging global production bases
  • Strengthened development of sustainability-compliant products
  • Production efficiency improvements through technological innovation
  • Acceleration of industrial robot adoption
  • High value-added enhancement of dies and ancillary equipment
  • Expansion of after-sales service and maintenance business
  • Promotion of smart factory initiatives
  • Development of new niche markets

Strategic Goals

  • Maintain and expand EV press machine share to over 90%
  • Achieve 100 billion yen in sales domestically and internationally
  • 80% or more ratio of energy-saving and environmentally friendly products
  • Provide comprehensive solutions through group company collaboration
  • Establish market leadership in next-generation robotics
  • Improve service quality through digital technology utilization
  • Promote sustainability management coexisting with local communities
  • Business expansion and technological strengthening through M&A
  • Accelerate creation of comfortable work environment and engineer development
  • Enrich product lineup compliant with international safety standards

Business Segments

Press Machines for Automotive Industry

Overview
Provides high-performance press machines and automation systems specialized for automotive production.
Competitiveness
Industry leader with nearly 80% share in EV motor cores
Customers
  • Automobile manufacturers
  • Automotive parts suppliers
  • EV motor manufacturers
  • Manufacturing plant operators
Products
  • High-Speed Precision Press Machines
  • EV Motor Core Presses
  • Fully Automatic Press Lines
  • Industrial Robots

Processing Equipment for Electrical and Electronics Industry

Overview
Provides automation processing systems and press machines for electronic and electrical parts manufacturing.
Competitiveness
Achieves both high precision and high throughput
Customers
  • Electronic parts manufacturers
  • Home appliance manufacturers
  • Electrical equipment suppliers
Products
  • Automatic Processing Lines
  • Precision Press Machines
  • Industrial Robots

Industrial Machinery Maintenance & Services

Overview
Comprehensive services for maintenance and improvement of customer manufacturing equipment.
Competitiveness
Technical know-how and responsiveness cultivated over many years
Customers
  • Various manufacturing companies
  • Press machine owners
  • Industrial robot operators
Products
  • Machine Maintenance Services
  • Technical Support
  • Improvement Development Support

Die Design and Manufacturing Business

Overview
Develops and supplies high-precision dies optimally linked with press machines.
Competitiveness
High performance through integrated design
Customers
  • Users of own press machines
  • Other press operators
  • Small and medium metal processors
Products
  • High-Speed Precision Dies
  • Custom Forming Dies

Overseas Local Subsidiary Business

Overview
Machinery sales and services in the US, Italy, China, and elsewhere.
Competitiveness
Global deployment structure and local responsiveness
Customers
  • Local automotive factories
  • Manufacturing equipment sales agents
  • Foreign manufacturing companies
Products
  • Press Machine Sales
  • Services and Maintenance
  • Technology Introduction Support

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Top domestic share in press machine technology
  • Developer of the world's first servo-driven press
  • High share in EV motor cores
  • Production bases deployed across multiple countries
  • Track record in automation lines and robotics
  • High technological development capabilities and manufacturing know-how
  • Long-term customer trust relationships
  • Extensive product lineup
  • Strong service support system
  • 対応 to sustainable production

Competitive Advantages

  • Flexible response leveraging domestic and international production bases
  • Secures growth through strength in EV-related products
  • Advanced integration of automation and robot technology
  • High-precision and high-speed press technology as differentiation factor
  • Market dominance with 80% share in high-speed EV presses
  • Quality improvement through integrated machinery and die system
  • Brand power and trust based on long history
  • Design capabilities for custom solutions
  • Competitive edge through energy-saving environmental equipment
  • Global sales and service network for international customers

Threats

  • Intensifying price competition in global markets
  • Demand fluctuations in the automotive industry
  • Risks from international trade friction and tariffs
  • Competition from technological innovations by new entrants
  • Decline in profitability due to exchange rate fluctuations
  • Increased costs for product improvements from stricter environmental regulations
  • Impact of uncertain economic changes such as COVID-19
  • Risk of production delays due to semiconductor shortages

Innovations

2024: Enhanced performance of high-speed precision presses for EVs

Overview
Significantly improved speed and precision of presses for EV motor cores.
Impact
Achieves improved production efficiency and strengthened competitiveness

2023: Strengthened robot integration in automatic processing lines

Overview
Enhanced linkage with industrial robots to optimize automatic processing lines.
Impact
Contributes to labor reduction and quality improvement in manufacturing processes

2022: Development of energy-efficient servo presses

Overview
Commercialized new servo press machines with energy-saving performance.
Impact
Expands lineup of environmentally friendly products

2021: Introduction of remote maintenance and monitoring system

Overview
Started remote monitoring and maintenance of machines using IoT technology.
Impact
Achieves improved service quality and cost reductions

Sustainability

  • Promotion of energy-saving press machine development
  • CO2 emission reduction measures in manufacturing processes
  • Promotion of recycling to reduce environmental impact
  • Strengthened employee safety and health management
  • Environmental conservation activities in collaboration with local communities