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Company Overview

Business Description

Sector
Information Technology
Industry
Electrical Equipment
Headquarters
Japan JP
Employees
12 261
IPO date
Oct 1, 1987

Keyence makes factory automation equipment that helps manufacturers inspect products, measure parts, and control production lines. Its main products include sensors, vision systems, measuring instruments, laser markers, and microscopes used in factories and labs. Customers are mostly manufacturers in industries like automotive, electronics, semiconductors, food, and machinery that need fast, reliable inspection and precision control.

The company earns money by selling this equipment, along with related software and technical support, to industrial customers. Instead of relying mainly on distributors, Keyence uses a direct sales model, with its own sales staff working closely with customers to understand their production problems and recommend the right equipment. That gives it a strong role in the middle of the manufacturing value chain, where its products often help improve quality and reduce waste.

What makes Keyence different is that it focuses on highly specialized products that are often sold on performance and ease of use rather than on low price. Its business is tied to factory automation and quality control, so it benefits when manufacturers want to make production lines smarter, faster, and more precise.

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Address
1-3-14, Higashi-Nakajima, Higashiyodogawa-ku
Osaka, Osaka-Fu
Japan

Business Segments

Factory automation equipment

Keyence designs and sells equipment that helps factories inspect products, measure parts, read codes, detect objects, and control production lines. Its product line includes sensors, measurement tools, vision systems, mi...

Customers and revenue model

Management

Mr. Yu Nakata

President & Representative Director

Yu Nakata is a prominent executive at Keyence Corporation, a leading company in the field of factory automation. He has played a significant role in the company's management and strategic initiatives. Before becoming a prominent figure in Keyence, Nakata has had a storied career path that involved various leadership roles within the company, indicating his deep understanding and expertise in the industry. He contributed significantly to Keyence's growth and its establishment as a global leader in automation technologies. As president, he continues to focus on innovation, expanding the business, and maintaining Keyence's reputation for high-quality, cutting-edge solutions for their clients.

Bob Hosler

Chief Operating Officer

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