Sinto Corporation

Basic Information

Stock Code
6339
Industry
Machinery
Category Detail
Ceramics, Clay & Stone Products
Prefecture
Aichi Prefecture
Establishment Year
October 1934
Listing Year
June 1954
Official Website
https://www.sinto.co.jp/
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Overview

Sinto Corporation is a machinery manufacturer founded in 1934, centered on casting equipment, with strengths in vacuum casting methods, and conducts extensive business operations both domestically and internationally as one of the leading companies in the industry.

Current Situation

Sinto Corporation recorded consolidated sales of 102.7 billion yen and net assets of 99.8 billion yen for the fiscal year ended March 2020. Its main products, casting equipment and surface treatment equipment, receive high evaluations from manufacturing industries both in Japan and overseas. It strengthens market competitiveness with advanced technologies such as vacuum casting methods. For multinational expansion, it has multiple subsidiaries in Germany, the United States, and Asia, establishing a global sales and service network. It focuses on technological innovation, developing mechatronics-related equipment and manufacturing environmentally friendly equipment to pursue sustainability. In recent years, it has promoted acquisitions of European subsidiaries and group reorganizations to establish its position as a global niche top player. It actively addresses social responsibilities such as sustainability and safety training. In its medium- to long-term growth strategy, it emphasizes overseas market expansion and development of high-value-added products. It operates diverse business sites and sales offices nationwide to strengthen customer-oriented management.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Founded in 1934, it is a long-established company in the casting equipment industry.
  • Number of patents related to vacuum casting methods is top class in the industry.
  • Headquarters located in the Nagoya Nagono Building.
  • Has numerous group companies in Europe, the United States, and Asia.
  • Characterized by active entry into the environmental equipment field in manufacturing.
  • Has strengthened overseas market development since the 1980s to promote globalization.
  • Holds a certain industry share in manufacturing abrasives and projection materials.
  • Contributes to manufacturing efficiency by developing industrial robots in-house.
  • Highly trusted by manufacturing companies in the Chubu region.
  • Since 2014, has made Germany's Flon a wholly-owned subsidiary.
  • In 2021, made IT company Aishii Co., Ltd. a wholly-owned subsidiary.
  • Major shareholders include MUFG Bank and Meiji Yasuda Life.
  • Selected as one of the Global Niche Top 100 companies.
  • Consolidated number of employees for the fiscal year ended March 2020 is approximately 4,000.
  • Has established an Environmental Technology Center and Skills Safety Training Center.

Hidden Connections

  • Long-term joint venture relationship with US Wheelabrator forms the foundation of technological collaboration.
  • Multinational bases in Brazil, Korea, etc., support contributions to regional industries.
  • Closely collaborates with the manufacturing cluster in Nagoya, contributing to the regional economy.
  • Supports manufacturing lines domestically and internationally with industrial robot technology.
  • Strengthens overall capabilities through multifaceted business development with Sinto Breaker Co., Ltd.
  • Contributes to environmental protection domestically and internationally through introduction of environmental regulation-compliant equipment.
  • Achieves product diversification through technological collaboration with related companies.
  • Operates a dedicated training center for nurturing skilled workers.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Increasing domestic and international demand for casting machinery and surface treatment equipment
  • Promotion of technological innovation in industrial automation and mechatronics fields
  • Market expansion due to growing needs for environmental equipment
  • Acceleration of overseas market development through global expansion
  • Deepening of product development competition emphasizing sustainability
  • Smart factory transformation aimed at improving production efficiency
  • Popularization of exhaust gas purification technology due to stricter environmental regulations
  • Strengthening long-term partnerships with customers
  • Expansion of DX (digital transformation) investments
  • Active entry into new customer segments and markets

Strategic Goals

  • Maintain and strengthen global niche top position in casting-related fields
  • Expand sales ratio of environmental equipment to over 30%
  • Increase overseas sales ratio to over 50%
  • Expand product lineup for smart factories
  • Full deployment of sustainability-compliant product lineup
  • Continue annual R&D investment on a scale of ¥10 billion
  • Improve local production ratio in multinational markets
  • Maximize sales and production efficiency through DX promotion
  • Enhance CSR activities aiming for coexistence with local communities
  • Annual introduction of differentiated products through new technology development

Business Segments

Casting Equipment Sales and Maintenance

Overview
Provides sales and maintenance services for high-performance casting equipment to the casting industry.
Competitiveness
Specialized vacuum casting technology and global support network
Customers
  • Automotive parts manufacturers
  • Machinery manufacturers
  • Heavy industry companies
  • Aircraft parts manufacturers
  • Shipyards
  • Construction machinery manufacturers
  • Precision metal processing companies
  • Overseas foundries
Products
  • Vacuum casting equipment
  • Casting automation lines
  • Machinery parts maintenance services
  • Mold cooling systems

Surface Treatment Equipment Business

Overview
Manufactures and sells surface treatment equipment for a wide range of industries.
Competitiveness
Diverse surface treatment technologies and customization capabilities
Customers
  • General manufacturing
  • Metal processing plants
  • Construction materials manufacturers
  • Automotive production lines
  • Electronic parts manufacturers
  • Aerospace industry
Products
  • Automated blast equipment
  • Shot blast machines
  • Powder coating equipment
  • Ultrasonic cleaning machines

Environmental and Water Treatment Equipment Business

Overview
Develops environmental equipment that contributes to purification of factory exhaust gases and wastewater.
Competitiveness
Advanced membrane technology and environmental regulation compliance capabilities
Customers
  • Steel industry
  • Chemical plants
  • Food factories
  • Paper mills
  • Municipal water and sewage
  • Environmental consultants
Products
  • Exhaust gas purification equipment
  • High-performance filtration equipment
  • Water treatment membrane equipment

Powder and Granular Material Processing Equipment Business

Overview
Sales and support for equipment specialized in efficient processing of powders and granules.
Competitiveness
High-precision processing technology and diverse conveying systems
Customers
  • Chemical manufacturers
  • Food ingredient processing
  • Pharmaceutical manufacturers
  • Construction materials suppliers
Products
  • Powder conveying systems
  • Powder weighing equipment
  • Powder mixers

Mechatronics Equipment Manufacturing

Overview
Provides mechatronics technology that supports labor saving and automation.
Competitiveness
Multi-axis control and industrial robot design technology
Customers
  • Manufacturing equipment manufacturers
  • Automotive industry
  • Electronics manufacturing
  • Logistics system companies
Products
  • Industrial robots
  • Automated conveying lines
  • Control system development

Molding Equipment Manufacturing and Sales

Overview
Develops and sells high-performance molding equipment.
Competitiveness
Precision processing and stable molding technology
Customers
  • Press factories
  • Mold manufacturers
  • Precision parts manufacturers
Products
  • Compression molding machines
  • Mold molding equipment

Projection Materials and Abrasives Supply

Overview
Supplies high-function polishing and projection materials by application.
Competitiveness
Quality control and material development tailored to applications
Customers
  • Foundries
  • Surface treatment companies
  • Automotive parts manufacturers
  • Aviation-related manufacturers
Products
  • Polishing sand
  • Shot blast projection materials
  • Specialized abrasives

Inspection Equipment Manufacturing

Overview
Provides high-precision inspection and measurement equipment.
Competitiveness
Latest optical technology and inspection expertise
Customers
  • Foundries
  • Precision metal processing
  • Electronic parts manufacturing
Products
  • Surface defect inspection equipment
  • 3D dimension measuring machines
  • Non-destructive inspection equipment

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Industry-leading technological capabilities in vacuum casting methods
  • Established extensive global sales and service network
  • Comprehensive equipment provision including diverse related businesses
  • Trust and stable financial base based on long history
  • Deployment of environmentally friendly equipment with sustainability in mind
  • Cross-selling through rich product portfolio
  • Flexible multinational expansion and local responsiveness of corporate organization
  • Provision of high-value-added products specialized in dedicated equipment
  • Expansion of technology and market base through active M&A
  • Abundant skilled engineers and robust R&D system

Competitive Advantages

  • Differentiation with high-precision casting equipment utilizing vacuum technology
  • Strength in automation solutions for manufacturing processes
  • Advanced purification and treatment technologies for environmental regulations
  • Gained cost competitiveness through localization of overseas bases
  • Proprietary technologies based on numerous patents
  • Global top strategy targeting niche markets in the industry
  • Comprehensive service provision to diverse industry customers
  • Improved customer satisfaction through integration of products and services
  • Ability to build long-term partnerships with customers
  • Fast product innovation speed through R&D investment

Threats

  • Decline in demand due to global economic fluctuations in steel and manufacturing industries
  • Risk of cost increases from US-China trade friction and tariff policies
  • Intensified competition from technological innovations and low-price attacks by emerging companies
  • Increased burden of equipment investment due to stricter environmental regulations
  • Profit volatility risk due to exchange rate fluctuations
  • Rising manufacturing costs from soaring metal resource prices
  • Delivery delays due to supply chain disruptions or logistics issues
  • Challenges in customer support utilizing IT and digital technologies
  • Overseas business risks from global political instability
  • Difficulties in securing manufacturing and technical personnel due to labor shortages

Innovations

2024: Improved Efficiency Upgrade for Vacuum Casting Equipment

Overview
Achieved shortened casting time and improved quality by applying the latest vacuum technology.
Impact
15% improvement in production efficiency, 10% reduction in defect rate

2023: Development of Environmentally Friendly Exhaust Gas Purification Equipment

Overview
Significantly improved removal efficiency of emissions by adopting new materials.
Impact
Exhaust gas compliance rate over 99%

2022: AI-Integrated Automated Diagnosis System for Casting Lines

Overview
Early detection of equipment abnormalities and productivity declines through AI analysis.
Impact
20% reduction in downtime, 10% improvement in productivity

2021: Strengthened Robot Technology in Mechatronics Division

Overview
Expanded process automation equipment utilizing articulated robots.
Impact
30% improvement in work efficiency, enhanced labor safety

2020: Development of Energy-Saving Model for Powder Processing Equipment

Overview
Reduced power consumption by 30% by adopting the latest motors.
Impact
Significant reduction in factory operating costs

Sustainability

  • Energy consumption reduction programs in production lines
  • Development of exhaust gas and wastewater treatment technologies aimed at reducing environmental impact
  • Acquisition and maintenance of ISO14001 and ISO45001 certifications
  • Setting goals for improving waste recycling rate and reducing waste
  • Active participation and support in local environmental conservation activities
  • Strengthening environmental and social responsibility standards in the supply chain
  • Promotion of development of resource-saving and energy-saving design products
  • Expansion of global certifications for environmentally considerate products
  • Regular implementation of employee-participating environmental suggestion activities
  • Promotion of sustainable material use and proper management
  • Thorough green procurement and education of trading partners
  • Publication of corporate social responsibility (CSR) reports