Ohashi Technica

Basic Information

Stock Code
7628
Industry
Wholesale
Category Detail
Auto Parts
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
March 1953
Listing Year
January 2000
Official Website
https://www.ohashi.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Aegis, Riken NPR, TPR, Nittan, Denso, Tokyo Radiator Manufacturing, Tirado, Mikuni, Muro Corporation, Aisan Industry, Fujioze X, Chuo Soko

Overview

Ohashi Technica is an automotive parts manufacturer founded in 1953, employing a fabless model for the planning and development of high-quality engine parts and maintaining a robust wholesale network both domestically and internationally.

Current Situation

As of 2023, Ohashi Technica focuses on the planning, development, and sales of automotive engine parts, maintaining stable performance. Estimated sales are around 30 billion yen, with strong market competitiveness particularly in engine auxiliary components such as fuel injection devices and piston rings. As a fabless company, it specializes in design and sales, outsourcing manufacturing to specialized manufacturers to improve cost efficiency. Its customer base centers on domestic and international automotive OEMs and parts makers, with a focus on quality improvement and new product development in the medium to long term. It is proactive in environmentally responsive technologies and the use of new materials, advancing product development with consideration for sustainability. Amid intensifying competition, it leverages its strengths in unique product planning and procurement capabilities to aim for sustainable growth. Recently, it has been working on governance improvements such as treasury stock cancellation and strengthening management structure. Moving forward, it plans to invest in parts for electric vehicles and advanced metal processing technologies.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Ohashi Technica is one of the few fabless manufacturers in Japan.
  • Specializes in outsourcing from fuel injection device planning to manufacturing.
  • Main competitors are major domestic and international automotive parts makers like Denso and Aisan Industry.
  • Actively cancels treasury stock to enhance shareholder value.
  • Headquartered in Tokyo with a nationwide wholesale network.
  • Holds high market share in engine auxiliary parts, providing stable revenue base.
  • Promoting electric vehicle parts development as a new business.
  • Also supplies related parts to the iron/steel and metal products industry.
  • Strives to improve customer satisfaction through custom-made parts.
  • Outsourcing partners are multiple domestic and international sites supporting small-lot, multi-variety production.

Hidden Connections

  • Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange while adopting a fabless approach focused on design and sales.
  • Enhances quality of automotive metal parts through technical partnerships with related companies.
  • Strength in long-term contracts with major automakers as long-standing customers.
  • Attracts attention from investors for solid management and reliable dividends.
  • Group of metal processing engineers supports in-house technology development.
  • Built collaborative systems with group warehouse and logistics companies.
  • Provides development support to customers in preparation for stricter environmental regulations.
  • Maintains strong connections with small and medium automotive parts manufacturers nationwide.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Rapid adoption of EVs and hybrids driving demand for new parts
  • Acceleration of high-performance parts development due to international environmental regulations
  • Optimization of global supply chains and advanced logistics
  • Product lightweighting and performance enhancement through material technology innovations
  • Increased demand for custom parts due to expanding safety requirements in the automotive industry
  • Growth in automotive markets and parts demand in emerging countries
  • Enhanced design services accompanying expansion of fabless model
  • Improved competitiveness through IoT and other smart technologies
  • Deepening long-term collaboration with customer companies
  • Product development backed by sustainability investments

Strategic Goals

  • Over 30% sales ratio from electric vehicle parts
  • Achieve over 50% green product ratio
  • Global expansion with overseas sales ratio exceeding 40%
  • 20% production efficiency improvement through strengthened outsourcing partnerships
  • Market leadership through next-generation material development
  • Building a sustainable supply chain
  • Ongoing transaction expansion through improved customer satisfaction
  • Advanced and enriched engineer education programs
  • Enhanced shareholder returns through appropriate treasury stock cancellation
  • Maximized business efficiency through digitalization

Business Segments

Automotive Engine Parts Development

Overview
Engages in planning, design, development, and OEM supply based on a fabless model.
Competitiveness
High design capabilities and reliability through quality control
Customers
  • Automakers (domestic and international)
  • Contract manufacturers
  • Engine design and development companies
  • Motorcycle manufacturers
Products
  • Fuel injection systems
  • Pistons and piston rings
  • Radiators
  • Oil coolers
  • Engine valves

Planning and Sales of Metal Processed Products

Overview
Develops design proposals and wholesale for metal parts across diverse industries.
Competitiveness
Flexible procurement network supporting small-lot, multi-variety production
Customers
  • Automotive-related parts manufacturers
  • Industrial machinery manufacturers
  • Logistics equipment manufacturers
Products
  • Various metal hinges
  • Springs
  • Metal hardware
  • Special processed parts

Electric Vehicle-Related Parts Development

Overview
Focuses on design and development of parts for environmentally friendly vehicles as a new business.
Competitiveness
Expertise in material selection and mass production technology
Customers
  • EV and hybrid vehicle manufacturers
  • Emerging mobility companies
  • Parts suppliers
Products
  • High heat-resistant insulating parts
  • Lightweight metal parts
  • Electronically controlled parts

Industrial Machinery Parts Wholesale

Overview
Handles a wide range of industrial parts, supporting logistics efficiency.
Competitiveness
Extensive network and logistics system
Customers
  • General contractors
  • Machinery manufacturers
  • Maintenance companies
Products
  • Hardware
  • Springs
  • Special screws
  • Machined parts

Logistics Equipment Parts Supply

Overview
Supplies parts for the logistics sector with customization proposals.
Competitiveness
Rapid parts procurement and technical support
Customers
  • Warehouse operators
  • Logistics companies
  • Delivery-related companies
Products
  • Repair metal parts
  • Connecting parts
  • Hinge products

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Fabless model specialized in planning and development
  • High-quality and reliable product design capabilities
  • Coverage of diverse automotive parts sectors
  • Strong domestic wholesale network
  • Comprehensive technical partnership system with customers
  • Flexible procurement system for metal processed products
  • Experienced specialist technical staff
  • Stable financial base
  • Customer responsiveness rooted in local ties
  • Continuous R&D investment

Competitive Advantages

  • Pioneering high-precision engine parts development ahead of competitors
  • Cost competitiveness through fixed cost reduction via outsourced manufacturing
  • Multi-faceted proposals enabled by extensive product lineup
  • Secured wholesale channels across a wide range of industries
  • Product rollout anticipating sustainability requirements
  • Customization capabilities responsive to customer needs
  • Domestic and international supply chain management capabilities
  • Maintenance of high quality standards and inspection systems
  • Industry insights gained from long-term transactions
  • Stable policy and vision presentation by management

Threats

  • Severe demand fluctuations in the automotive industry
  • Price pressures from intensifying international competition
  • Risk of rising raw material prices
  • Increased burden of product improvements due to environmental regulations
  • Rise of emerging country manufacturers
  • Changes in parts demand due to electrification progress
  • Risk of supply chain disruptions
  • Global rise in logistics costs
  • Shrinking domestic market trends
  • Expanding impact of exchange rate fluctuations

Innovations

2023: Design and Development of High Heat-Resistant Engine Parts

Overview
Developed high heat-resistant engine parts using new materials to improve durability.
Impact
20% extension of part lifespan, improved customer satisfaction

2022: Strengthening Fabless Structure and Expanding Outsourcing Partners

Overview
Improved production efficiency by strengthening collaboration with external manufacturing partners.
Impact
10% reduction in manufacturing costs, enhanced flexibility

2024: Development of Environmentally Friendly Metal Parts

Overview
Planned products using recycled materials to reduce environmental impact.
Impact
30% reduction in environmental impact, acquisition of new customers

2021: Planning and Development of New Fuel Injection Control System

Overview
Designed electronically controlled fuel injection devices aimed at improving fuel efficiency.
Impact
5% fuel efficiency improvement, reduced emissions

2020: Project to Promote Standardization of Automotive Parts

Overview
Supported customer cost reductions through part commonality.
Impact
15% improvement in product development efficiency

Sustainability

  • Improved product recycling rate
  • Guidance on environmental management for manufacturing outsourcers
  • Introduction of energy-saving design standards
  • Logistics optimization for CO2 emission reductions
  • Prompt response to environmental regulations