Giken Seisakusho

Basic Information

Stock Code
6289
Industry
Machinery
Category Detail
Manufacturing Machinery & Electrical Equipment
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
January 1978
Listing Year
April 1991
Official Website
https://www.giken.com/
TSE Information
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Overview

Giken Seisakusho is a machinery manufacturer established in 1978, boasting top domestic technological prowess in pile press-in/extraction machines and mechanical parking facilities, and is a leading company based in Kochi Prefecture selected as a global niche top company.

Current Situation

Giken Seisakusho achieved consolidated sales of approximately ¥29.3 billion in the fiscal year ended August 2023 and maintains a stable financial foundation. It holds the No. 1 market share in its flagship products such as hydraulic pile press-in/extraction machines and mechanical parking systems, demonstrating strong competitiveness both domestically and internationally. Excelling in technological development capabilities, it is actively advancing innovations such as research into new construction methods and development of parking systems dedicated to ultra-compact EVs. Positioning environmentally considerate pollution-free construction methods as the core of its business, it is pursuing management that emphasizes sustainability. In 2020, it was selected for the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's New Global Niche Top 100 Companies, with a focus on rapid overseas expansion. It operates numerous manufacturing bases across Japan, striving for quality management and production efficiency improvements. In the medium to long term, it aims for further growth through global market share expansion and adoption of new technologies. Leveraging collaboration with affiliates, it has established overseas sales and service systems, with a focus on enhancing customer satisfaction.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Maintains No. 1 domestic share in hydraulic pile press-in machines
  • Pioneer company in Japan's pollution-free construction field
  • Headquartered in Kochi Prefecture with nationwide operations
  • Certified in METI's Global Niche Top 100 selection
  • World-leading development of EV-dedicated mechanical parking models
  • Global expansion with multiple overseas bases
  • Focused on pollution-free technology since founding, gaining attention for environmental consideration
  • Business foundations in Europe, Americas, and Asia via affiliates
  • Space-saving technology in mechanical bicycle parking highly evaluated
  • Rental services addressing diverse customer needs
  • Multiple awards in construction and civil engineering technology
  • President and CEO focusing on technological innovation and global strategy
  • Numerous patents held domestically and internationally
  • Stable growth company listed on Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market
  • Contributes to local economy through regionally rooted technology development

Hidden Connections

  • Pollution-free technology utilized in numerous urban development projects with strict environmental regulations
  • As a local Kochi company, contributes to nurturing technical talent and supporting industrial revitalization
  • EV-compatible mechanical parking products adopted in subsidy programs linked to municipal decarbonization initiatives
  • Extensive participation in international civil engineering projects via European affiliate
  • In-house engineers participate in international standardization activities, influencing industry standards
  • Long-term transaction relationships with major construction firms, jointly developing technologies
  • Pollution-free methods highly evaluated by local residents for low environmental impact
  • Pile press-in/extraction machine patents used in countermeasures against multiple imitations in construction machinery industry

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Increased demand from tightening environmental regulations for pollution-free methods
  • Expansion of mechanical parking demand compatible with EV proliferation
  • Growth opportunities in overseas infrastructure markets
  • Rising space-saving parking and bicycle parking needs in urban areas
  • Increased demand for new machinery development from advanced construction technologies
  • Strengthened government and municipal support for sustainable construction
  • New revenue sources from diversified rental services
  • Value enhancement through adoption of IoT and smart technologies
  • Strengthened brand as global niche top company
  • Ongoing orders from stable domestic market growth
  • Promotion of pollution-free methods amid rising environmental awareness
  • Expansion of infrastructure demand in emerging countries

Strategic Goals

  • Achieve over 50% sales ratio from global markets
  • Realize 50% reduction in environmental impact across all products
  • Expand domestic and international share in EV-compatible mechanical parking
  • Strengthen revenue base through business portfolio diversification
  • Achieve carbon neutrality at manufacturing bases
  • Standardize and promote next-generation pollution-free methods
  • Enhance product competitiveness with IoT and smart technologies
  • Support sustainable society formation through co-creation with regions
  • Continuously drive technological innovation through talent development
  • Accelerate international expansion via strengthened affiliate collaboration

Business Segments

Civil Engineering Construction Machinery Manufacturing

Overview
Manufactures and sells high-performance machinery for civil engineering and construction sites.
Competitiveness
Industry-leading pollution-free technology and superior durability
Customers
  • Construction companies
  • Civil engineering contractors
  • General contractors
  • Public works operators
  • Construction machinery rental companies
Products
  • Hydraulic pile press-in/extraction machines
  • Pollution-free construction machinery
  • Large construction machinery

Mechanical Parking System Provision

Overview
Provides parking and bicycle parking systems for residential and commercial facilities.
Competitiveness
Proprietary space-saving parking solutions
Customers
  • Condominium management associations
  • Real estate developers
  • Commercial facility operators
  • Municipalities
Products
  • Mechanical multi-story parking
  • Ultra-compact EV parking
  • Bicycle parking facilities

Rental Business

Overview
Offers rental services for a wide range of construction machinery.
Competitiveness
Flexible rental periods and maintenance services
Customers
  • Small and medium construction firms
  • Individual contractors
  • Civil engineering contractors
Products
  • Pile press-in/extraction machine rental
  • Construction machinery rental

Overseas Technical Support

Overview
Provides technical support for overseas projects.
Competitiveness
Reliability as a global niche top company
Customers
  • Overseas construction companies
  • Infrastructure development companies
Products
  • Technical consulting
  • Construction technology support

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Leading company in pollution-free construction technology
  • Development capabilities for high-durability, high-efficiency pile press-in machines
  • Production system with multiple manufacturing bases domestically and internationally
  • Provision of diverse parking and bicycle parking systems
  • Global expansion leveraging affiliates
  • Established brand trust and solid customer base
  • Abundant patents and proprietary technologies
  • Accumulated construction know-how from years of track record
  • Market responsiveness through diverse product lineup
  • Flexible rental service provision system
  • Strong management foundation and stable finances
  • Focus on environmentally friendly pollution-free methods
  • High technological prowess in industrial machinery
  • Product customization to meet customer needs
  • Regionally integrated production and sales system

Competitive Advantages

  • Maintains top domestic market share with proprietary hydraulic pile press-in technology
  • High evaluation from government and public works due to low-environmental-impact pollution-free methods
  • Differentiation from competitors through diverse parking system offerings
  • Continuous promotion of new methods and product development via advanced R&D
  • Brand power from METI certification as global niche top company
  • Integrated service from manufacturing to sales and rental
  • Production risk diversification and supply stability via multiple bases
  • Superiority in international expansion using overseas affiliates
  • Pioneer in EV-dedicated compact mechanical parking technology
  • Market trust gained through thorough product quality management
  • Robust after-sales service and maintenance system
  • High sales efficiency based on extensive customer network
  • Strong market adaptability in construction site rental business
  • Rapid adoption of latest technologies to meet tightening environmental regulations
  • Enhanced consulting functions providing construction technology support

Threats

  • Demand instability due to construction industry business cycles
  • Intensifying price competition from new entrants
  • Increased compliance costs from further environmental regulations
  • Rise of local competitors in overseas markets
  • Rising material prices and logistics costs
  • Labor shortages at domestic production bases
  • Risk of lagging behind rapid technological innovations
  • Impact of natural disasters on manufacturing and logistics
  • Export/import cost fluctuations from exchange rate changes
  • Decline in public works demand due to policy changes
  • Increasing cybersecurity risks
  • Competitive disadvantage from delays in adopting new environmental technologies

Innovations

2024: Launch of Ultra-Compact EV Dedicated Mechanical Parking Equipment

Overview
Developed parking system to accommodate EV proliferation, achieving space savings.
Impact
Increase in new domestic and international orders and customer base expansion

2023: Development of Latest GRB-IV Hydraulic Pile Press-in/Extraction Machine

Overview
Introduced new model with significantly improved energy efficiency and construction speed.
Impact
20% improvement in construction speed, CO2 emissions reduction

2022: Advancement of Smart Mechanical Bicycle Parking

Overview
Introduced IoT sensor technology for efficient bicycle parking management.
Impact
Improved customer satisfaction and cost reductions

2021: Establishment of New Pollution-Free Construction Techniques

Overview
Developed construction methods and equipment minimizing environmental impact.
Impact
Increased adoption in public works and brand strengthening

2020: Enhancement of Production Facilities at Overseas Bases

Overview
Expanded manufacturing capacity in the Netherlands and Singapore to strengthen supply chain.
Impact
Shorter delivery times and improved local customer satisfaction

Sustainability

  • Promotion of pollution-free methods to reduce environmental impact
  • Enhanced energy-saving measures in manufacturing processes
  • Expanded use of recyclable materials
  • Initiatives toward zero emissions at factories
  • Promotion of environmental conservation activities in collaboration with local communities
  • Establishment of sustainable procurement standards
  • Implementation of environmental education and awareness programs for employees
  • Advanced waste reduction and management
  • Product longevity and enriched maintenance services
  • Efficient water resource use and purification measures
  • Acquisition of international environmental management system certifications
  • Reduction of environmental impact across the supply chain