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Keyence

Leading supplier of sensors, measuring systems, laser markers, microscopes, and machine vision systems worldwide.

Categories

Industrial Manufacturing  
Technology  

#148

Rank

$112.35B

Marketcap

JP Japan

Country

Keyence
Leadership team

Keiichi Kimura (Board Member)

Yu Nakata (Yu Nakata)

Industries

Industrial Manufacturing

Technology

Products/ Services
FA sensors, measurement systems, machine vision, barcode readers, laser markers, and digital microscopes
Number of Employees
1,000 - 20,000
Headquarters
Osaka,Japan
Established
1974
Company Type
Public Limited Company
Company Registration
OTC Filings - Financial Reports
Net Income
1B - 20B
Revenue
Above - 1B
Traded as
6861.T
Social Media
Overview
Location
Summary

Keyence Corporation is a Japanese company that designs, manufactures, and sells automation sensors, vision systems, barcode readers, laser markers, and other industrial automation equipment. The company was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.

Keyence products are used in a wide range of industries, including automotive, semiconductor, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals. The company's products are known for their high quality and reliability, and Keyence has been recognized as one of the most innovative companies in the world by Forbes magazine.

Keyence has a global presence, with offices and subsidiaries in more than 50 countries. The company has a strong focus on research and development, and invests heavily in developing new technologies and products to meet the changing needs of its customers.

In addition to its core business of manufacturing automation equipment, Keyence is also involved in the development of healthcare and environmental technologies. The company is committed to sustainable business practices and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.

History

Keyence Corporation is a Japanese company that was founded in 1974 by Takemitsu Takizaki, a young engineer who had previously worked for several other technology companies. Takizaki had a vision of creating a company that would specialize in the development and production of automation sensors, vision systems, and other industrial automation equipment.

Initially, Keyence focused on developing photoelectric sensors for the Japanese market, but soon expanded its product line to include laser sensors, digital microscopes, and other advanced technologies. The company's products quickly gained a reputation for their high quality and reliability, and Keyence began to establish a strong presence in the global market.

Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Keyence continued to expand its product line and invest in research and development. The company's success in developing innovative new technologies helped it to maintain a strong competitive position in the global marketplace.

In the early 2000s, Keyence expanded into new markets, including barcode readers, machine vision systems, and laser markers. The company also began to develop products for the healthcare and environmental industries.

Today, Keyence has a global presence, with offices and subsidiaries in more than 50 countries. The company's products are used in a wide range of industries, including automotive, semiconductor, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals. Keyence is recognized as one of the most innovative companies in the world, and continues to invest heavily in research and development to meet the changing needs of its customers.

Mission

Keyence Corporation's mission is to contribute to society by providing high-quality products and services that help to improve the efficiency and productivity of manufacturing and other industrial processes. The company is committed to creating value for its customers by developing innovative new technologies and solutions that help them to achieve their goals.

Keyence's mission is driven by a set of core values that guide its operations and decision-making. These values include:

1. Customer First: Keyence puts the needs of its customers at the center of everything it does, and strives to provide the highest level of customer satisfaction.

2. Innovation: Keyence is committed to developing new technologies and products that help to improve the efficiency and productivity of manufacturing and other industrial processes.

3. Quality: Keyence is dedicated to producing high-quality products that meet or exceed the expectations of its customers.

4. Teamwork: Keyence values the contributions of all its employees and promotes a culture of teamwork and collaboration.

5. Integrity: Keyence operates with the highest standards of integrity and ethics, and is committed to conducting its business in a transparent and responsible manner.

Keyence's mission is to be a leading provider of automation solutions that help its customers to achieve their goals and contribute to the advancement of society.

Vision

Keyence Corporation's vision is to be a global leader in the development and production of automation sensors, vision systems, barcode readers, laser markers, and other industrial automation equipment. The company's vision is driven by a commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Keyence's vision is to use its advanced technologies and expertise to help its customers achieve their goals and improve the efficiency and productivity of their operations. The company's goal is to be the preferred supplier of automation solutions for a wide range of industries, including automotive, semiconductor, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals.

In pursuit of its vision, Keyence is committed to investing heavily in research and development to create new technologies and products that meet the changing needs of its customers. The company is also focused on expanding its global presence and building strong partnerships with its customers to help them achieve their goals.

Key Team

Akinori Yamamoto (Board Member)

Masayuki Miki (Board Member)

Yu Nakata (President and CEO)

Takemitsu Takizaki (Chairman and Director)

Akiji Yamaguchi (Director)

Hiroaki Yamamoto (Director)

Recognition and Awards
Forbes: Most Innovative Companies - KEYENCE Corporation has won awards such as the R&D 100 Award for its developments in digital microscopy and the Vision Systems Design 2015 Innovators Award for its LumiTrax Machine Vision lighting technology.
Products and Services

Keyence Corporation specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of automation sensors, vision systems, barcode readers, laser markers, and other industrial automation equipment. The company's products and services can be broadly categorized into the following areas:

1. Sensors: Keyence produces a wide range of sensors, including photoelectric sensors, laser sensors, and fiber optic sensors, which are used to detect the presence, position, or movement of objects in manufacturing and other industrial processes.

2. Vision Systems: Keyence produces a variety of vision systems, including machine vision systems and digital microscopes, which are used to capture images and analyze data to improve the quality and efficiency of manufacturing and other industrial processes.

3. Measurement Systems: Keyence produces a range of measurement systems, including laser displacement sensors and measurement sensors, which are used to measure dimensions, angles, and other parameters in manufacturing and other industrial processes.

4. Barcode Readers: Keyence produces a range of barcode readers, including handheld scanners and fixed-position scanners, which are used to read and decode barcodes for inventory management and other applications.

5. Laser Markers: Keyence produces a range of laser markers, including fiber laser markers and CO2 laser markers, which are used to mark and engrave materials for product identification and traceability.

Keyence's products and services are used in a wide range of industries, including automotive, semiconductor, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals, to improve the efficiency and productivity of manufacturing and other industrial processes. Keyence is known for its high-quality products and innovative technologies, and has a strong reputation as a leading provider of automation solutions.

References
Keyence
Leadership team

Keiichi Kimura (Board Member)

Yu Nakata (Yu Nakata)

Industries

Industrial Manufacturing

Technology

Products/ Services
FA sensors, measurement systems, machine vision, barcode readers, laser markers, and digital microscopes
Number of Employees
1,000 - 20,000
Headquarters
Osaka,Japan
Established
1974
Company Type
Public Limited Company
Company Registration
OTC Filings - Financial Reports
Net Income
1B - 20B
Revenue
Above - 1B
Traded as
6861.T
Social Media