“CKD Co., Ltd.,” which started its business from the manufacture and sale of electrical components before WWII, is a total supplier of FA equipment. The company has introduced a succession of products such as vacuum tube controls, fluorescent light controls, and various devices for automation, and now manufactures a wide range of equipment that is indispensable to manufacturing plant facilities. The company has steadily shifted to in-house production of parts and materials, and its thorough cost-cutting and in-house production system have ensured a stable and inexpensive supply of equipment. Next year, 2023, will mark the 80th anniversary of the company's founding. The company will also expand its overseas bases to meet the needs of the new era.

CKD expanded its Thai factory in 2021 Aiming to export to Japan and all over Asia

China, Korea, Malaysia, Indonesia, the United States, and Thailand. These are the overseas production bases that the company has continued to develop. India will soon be added to the list. In 1988, a local subsidiary, CKD Thai Corporation, was established in Thailand with the aim of developing the ASEAN market. This was to support the manufacturing industries, such as automobiles and home appliances, which were going into full-scale production in this region. Since then, more than 30 years have passed. The company has supported many of its business partners in their expansion into the Thai market.

The Thai factory, which moved to its current location in 1995, expanded its site area in 2021 during the corona pandemic. Expansion land was acquired and expanded to 38,000 ㎡, which is 2.4 times larger than current. Along with the aim of globalization corresponding to the long-term management plan "10-year VISION GO CKD!" to serve as the ASEAN base for the emerging overseas market. The main production of FA equipment includes mass production of pneumatic equipment and fluid control equipment. The plan is to promote exports to all over Asia, including Japan.

▲ CKD Thai factory in Amata City Chonburi Industrial Estate

▲Equipment and production line at CKD Thai factory

Fasteners which needed for assembly of FA equipment are supplied from Hanshin Neji

The company's greatest strength is its ability to operate everything in-house, from development to production and sales. This management policy has been carried over to the Thai subsidiary, and the company also building trust of its business partners. It also contributes greatly to the manufacturing market, including the Japanese-affiliated market where automation is advancing, and further expansion of business is anticipated.

The relationship with Hanshin Neji (Thailand) began around 2016. At that time, the company needed to procure reliable source of high-quality fasteners, which are needed for equipment assembly. The company began making business with Hanshin Neji because of its superior quality of products handled and familiarity with customs clearance and other administrative procedures. In recent years, the business of both parties have expanded including processed parts other than screws, and also building a strong partnership.

▲With staff of CKD Thai Corporation and Hanshin Neji (Thailand)

CKD THAI CORPORATION LTD.
Takashi Hata
Vice President
Joined the company in 1998 and worked in the field of production technology and participated in numerous production line operation projects. Also participated in the start-up of the Tohoku factory, which was completed in 2019. Assigned to the Thai subsidiary in February 2021. As Vice President, he is responsible for overseeing the factory.

Yuki Sakaguchi
Purchasing and Production Control Advisor
Joined the company in 2007. Mainly worked in the purchasing field, and also participated in a project to launch an automatic machine at the Wuxi factory in China. Assigned to Thailand in January 2019. Serves as an advisor to factory production management and purchasing.