It all begins with an innovative spirit
Newsweek Europe|February 24, 2023
From the invention of a revolutionary hydraulic lathe to the development of leading-edge pick-and-place machines, Fuji's pursuit of innovation has been present throughout its history.
It all begins with an innovative spirit

A company guided by its corporate message "innovative spirit", Fuji Corporation is a major Japanese supplier of electronics manufacturing equipment, boasting locations across the globe. The 64-year-old firm specializes in robotic pick-and-place machines, which are used to mount electronic components on printed circuit boards a process integral to the production of widely-used technology such as smartphones.

"Back in 1959, company founder Mamoru Sakagami invented a revolutionary hydraulic lathe suited to mass manufacturing, which contributed greatly to the growth of the Japanese automotive industry," says Fuji President Nobuyuki Soga.

"At the time of development, he faced resistance from people who thought his idea was not applicable, but he continued to make efforts and completed the machinery. That spirit of pursuing innovation still remains in our company - it's a core value for our employees."

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