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Takex

Japanese manufacturer of security and industrial automation sensors, part of the Takenaka Sensor Group.

Last updated September 11, 2026

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Overview

TAKEX is a brand of the Takenaka Sensor Group, headquartered in Kyoto, Japan. The group's history began in 1959 when Takenaka Electronic Industrial Co., Ltd. was established by Mr Shinsaku Takenaka in Kyoto. TAKEX designs and manufactures precision sensing technologies, specialising in infrared beams and outdoor PIR for intruder detection, and photoelectric sensors for industrial automation. TAKEX America, Inc., formerly known as PULNiX, has been offering security and industrial automation sensors in the U.S.A. since 1982. The company operates globally with offices across USA, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and beyond.

History

The history of the Takenaka Sensor Group began in 1959, in a small room located in the Kawaramachi district of Kyoto. In May 1959, Takenaka Electronic Industrial Co., Ltd. was established by Mr Shinsaku Takenaka in Kyoto, Japan, and developed the first transistor optical sensor and photoelectric counter. In February 1964, the head office and factory were completed facing Kyoto Higashi Interchange, Meishin Expressway. In August 1965, the first book about photoelectric sensor technology in Japan, "Photoelectric Control and its Application" by Mr Shinsaku Takenaka, was published. In October 1971, the company received the Invention Incentive Prize from Invention Association Inc. TAKEX America, Inc., formerly known as PULNiX, has been offering the highest quality security and industrial automation sensors in the U.S.A. since 1982. TAKEX America, Inc. is part of the Takenaka Sensor Group based in Kyoto Japan, reaching a worldwide market.

Products and positioning

Leading manufacturer of security and industrial sensors for a demanding global market.

  • VS-1000E Vape Sensor

    Engineered to tackle the growing problem of vaping in schools, restrooms, and other similar environments.

  • MMW-3 Presence Detection

    A state-of-the-art mmWave sensor for precise presence detection, including subtle movements like breathing.

  • PS-530E Request-to-Exit

    Allow authorised individuals to safely and conveniently exit a secured area without requiring credentials.

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