NITTOKU

Basic Information

Stock Code
6145
Industry
Machinery
Category Detail
Manufacturing Machinery & Electrical Equipment
Prefecture
Saitama Prefecture
Establishment Year
September 1972
Listing Year
January 1989
Official Website
https://nittoku.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Overview

NITTOKU is a manufacturing and sales company of automatic winding machines and related products founded in 1972. Holding over 400 patents worldwide, it is a leading company in the machinery industry strengthening its global expansion.

Current Situation

In the fiscal year ended March 2023, NITTOKU recorded consolidated sales of approximately 29.5 billion yen and operating profit of about 3.1 billion yen, earning high acclaim domestically and internationally as a manufacturer of automatic coil winding machines. It mainly supplies products to the automotive industry and operates multiple facilities both in Japan, such as in Fukushima and Nagasaki, and overseas. Products supported by technological prowess with over 400 patents have gained high trust, and its overseas subsidiaries span a wide range from Asia to Europe and the Americas. In recent years, it has focused on technology diversification and strengthening its customer base through the establishment of IMD Co., Ltd. and subsidiary acquisitions. It also pays attention to sustainability, promoting community-oriented management by expanding local bases. Toward 2030, it is advancing a strategy for stable growth with technological innovation and global base expansion as dual wheels.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Technology company holding over 400 patents worldwide
  • Major player in automatic winding machine industry since founding in 1972
  • Deploys numerous technical centers and sales bases domestically and internationally
  • Applies high-precision technology to medical equipment field
  • Achieved high market share with products for automotive industry
  • Succeeded in machinery control efficiency with proprietary software
  • Diversifies manufacturing and technology development through multiple subsidiaries
  • Selected as Global Niche Top by Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
  • Sales bases established in major cities such as Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya
  • Technical centers located in Shikoku, Tottori, and Shiga
  • Achieved continuous growth since Nitto Engineering era
  • Actively expanding in Southeast Asia with local subsidiaries
  • Obtained multiple domestic and international certifications for quality management
  • Top-class technology in Asia for winding machines
  • Major manufacturing bases in Nagasaki, Matsuyama, and Fukushima

Hidden Connections

  • Major trust banks such as Japan Master Trust Bank are listed as principal shareholders
  • Shareholder relationships with major manufacturers such as SMC and Yaskawa Electric
  • Expanded manufacturing domains by making Nitto Kosei and Nitto Koide subsidiaries
  • Deepening collaboration with IT companies specialized in manufacturing
  • Strengthened listing standards accompanying transition to Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market
  • Nagasaki plant functions as a base for regional industrial promotion
  • Joint research projects with local universities for technology development
  • Fukushima plant plays important role in post-disaster reconstruction support

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Strengthening overseas bases due to increasing global demand
  • Expansion of winding machine demand from automotive electrification
  • Increasing demand for high-precision parts in medical equipment field
  • Demand growth accompanying recovery and expansion of semiconductor industry
  • Promotion of energy-saving equipment development due to stricter environmental regulations
  • Improved production efficiency through software integration
  • Strengthening patent strategy supporting technological innovation
  • Product deployment into other industries and new fields
  • Technology inheritance through talent development
  • Promoting expansion into emerging markets with local subsidiary expansion
  • Expanding role of local technical centers
  • Digitalization and automation of manufacturing processes

Strategic Goals

  • Achieve overseas sales ratio of over 60%
  • Maintain and expand patent count to over 500
  • Medical and semiconductor field sales to 30% of total
  • Energy-saving products sales ratio over 50%
  • Expansion of subsidiaries and technical bases domestically and internationally
  • Complete digital control of products
  • Establish talent development and technology inheritance programs
  • Continuous promotion of environmental impact reduction
  • Strengthen sustainability certifications and reporting systems
  • Secure over 5% of annual sales for new technology investments

Business Segments

Manufacturing Equipment for Automotive Industry

Overview
Provides high-precision and high-efficiency winding manufacturing equipment for the automotive industry.
Competitiveness
High-quality production backed by world-class patented technology
Customers
  • Automotive parts manufacturers
  • Automotive electrical component manufacturers
  • Automobile manufacturers
Products
  • High-Speed Motor Winding Machine
  • Automotive Winding Parts
  • Automation Control Systems

Medical Equipment Parts Manufacturing

Overview
Specializes in parts manufacturing for the medical field with advanced precision processing.
Competitiveness
High-precision machining technology and quality control system
Customers
  • Medical equipment manufacturers
  • Medical device companies
Products
  • Medical Precision Winding Machine
  • Medical Equipment Assembly Parts

Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Parts

Overview
Supplies high-precision manufacturing support equipment to the semiconductor industry.
Competitiveness
Technological capability for fine processing
Customers
  • Semiconductor equipment manufacturers
  • Electronic equipment manufacturing companies
Products
  • Semiconductor Winding Equipment
  • Electronic Parts Winding Machine

Electronic and Electrical Equipment Parts

Overview
Provides parts for a variety of electronic and electrical equipment, ensuring reliability.
Competitiveness
Manufacturing capability for multiple varieties
Customers
  • Electrical equipment manufacturers
  • Information equipment manufacturing companies
  • Communications equipment manufacturers
Products
  • Electronic Winding Parts
  • Electrical Equipment Parts

Information Card Manufacturing Support

Overview
Provides card manufacturing equipment and related technologies, contributing to market expansion.
Competitiveness
Development capability in specialized equipment fields
Customers
  • Card manufacturers
  • Smart card companies
Products
  • Information Recording Card Manufacturing Equipment

Software Development Services

Overview
Deploys software development and support to promote equipment efficiency.
Competitiveness
Technology support closely tied to manufacturing sites
Customers
  • Manufacturing companies
  • Equipment management operators
Products
  • Winding Machine Control Software
  • Production Management Systems

Real Estate Rental Management

Overview
Manages real estate business utilizing group assets.
Competitiveness
Stable management system rooted in the community
Customers
  • Local companies
  • Individual investors
Products
  • Rental Property Management
  • Real Estate Maintenance

Manufacturing and Sales for Overseas Markets

Overview
Promotes multinational expansion utilizing global bases.
Competitiveness
Extensive patent network and local adaptability
Customers
  • Overseas manufacturers
  • International parts trading companies
Products
  • Multi-Purpose Winding Machines
  • Local Subsidiary Support Products

Industrial Machinery Parts Manufacturing

Overview
Manufactures and sells high-durability parts for industrial machinery.
Competitiveness
Robust manufacturing technology and long-life parts
Customers
  • Heavy industry manufacturers
  • Construction machinery manufacturers
Products
  • Large Winding Equipment
  • Industrial Parts

Environmentally Friendly Equipment Development

Overview
Develops and provides products that contribute to reducing environmental impact.
Competitiveness
Integration of environmental technology with products
Customers
  • Energy-saving equipment manufacturers
  • Renewable energy companies
Products
  • Energy-Saving Winding Machine
  • Environmental Improvement Parts

Education and Training Support Equipment

Overview
Provides educational equipment for nurturing next-generation engineers.
Competitiveness
Practical models and support system
Customers
  • Technical schools
  • Training institutions
Products
  • Educational Winding Models
  • Training Systems

Testing and Inspection Equipment

Overview
Provides inspection equipment that supports improved manufacturing quality.
Competitiveness
High-precision measurement technology
Customers
  • Quality inspection companies
  • General manufacturing industry
Products
  • Quality Inspection Devices
  • Performance Testing Machines

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Holds 400 patents worldwide
  • High-precision automatic winding machine manufacturing technology
  • Global expansion through multiple bases
  • Accumulated technology and experience over many years
  • 対応 to diverse industry needs
  • Product development leveraging precision machining technology
  • Stable financial foundation
  • Network of community-based business locations
  • High quality control standards
  • Efficiency through software integration
  • Product expansion into medical field
  • R&D of environmentally friendly products
  • Customer-oriented support system
  • 対応 to multinational markets
  • Continuous technological innovation

Competitive Advantages

  • Technology difficult to imitate due to abundant patents
  • Rapid response with wide manufacturing bases domestically and internationally
  • High brand trust in automatic winding machine field
  • Product deployment across broad industries
  • Differentiation through linkage with dedicated software
  • Customization対応 to customer needs
  • Stable growth supported by strong capital base
  • Differentiation through introduction of advanced environmental technologies
  • Specialization in medical and semiconductor fields
  • Active global market expansion
  • Building ongoing relationships with long-term customers
  • Management activities in collaboration with local communities
  • Multi-layered inspection system for product quality improvement
  • Organizational strength focused on talent development
  • High production efficiency and cost management capabilities

Threats

  • Intensifying price competition from overseas rivals
  • Risk of fluctuations in material prices
  • Changes in semiconductor industry conditions
  • Instability in international political situation
  • Labor shortages and difficulties in talent acquisition
  • Pressure to keep up with changing pace of technological innovation
  • Financial impact from exchange rate fluctuations
  • Increased対応 costs due to stricter environmental regulations
  • Technological advances by new entrants
  • Risk of production base damage from natural disasters
  • Demand fluctuations due to changes in customer manufacturing processes
  • Materialization of supply chain risks

Innovations

2024: Establishment of Shiga Technical Center

Overview
Newly opened Shiga Technical Center in Kusatsu City to strengthen technical support.
Impact
Improved engineer training and customer対応, expanding service quality.

2024: Subsidiary Acquisition of Asteknos Co., Ltd.

Overview
Acquired Asteknos as a subsidiary to expand manufacturing technology and develop new markets.
Impact
Expanded technological domains and succeeded in diversifying revenue base.

2023: Establishment of Local Subsidiary in the Philippines

Overview
Established a local subsidiary in the Philippines to strengthen対応 to Southeast Asian market.
Impact
Expanded sales network, contributing to increased overseas sales ratio.

2022: Establishment of Local Subsidiary in Vietnam

Overview
Expanded bases in Vietnam as part of global deployment.
Impact
Contributed to improved production capacity and enhanced cost competitiveness.

2020: Establishment of IMD Co., Ltd.

Overview
Established IMD Co., Ltd. to expand related businesses and broaden technological domains.
Impact
Created new businesses and enhanced proposals to existing customers.

Sustainability

  • Promoting energy-saving in manufacturing processes
  • Strengthening factory waste recycling
  • Participation in environmental conservation activities with local communities
  • Technology development for sustainable resource use
  • Introduction of environmental audits in supply chain
  • Implementation of in-house environmental awareness programs
  • Planning and development of low-environmental-impact products