YAMAUCHI CORP.
A global manufacturer of industrial rubber and resin parts, applying proprietary polymer processing technology to meet the needs of top manufacturers worldwide.
Last updated September 1, 2026
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Overview
Yamauchi is a global industrial parts manufacturer that processes polymer materials such as rubber and resin with proprietary technology, responding to the needs of top manufacturers worldwide. Founded in 1918, the company has contributed as a specialist manufacturer of industrial rubber and plastic products for nearly a century. It supplies high-quality industrial parts to a wide range of manufacturers, including papermaking, spinning, home appliances, copiers and printers, cameras, batteries, automobiles, medical devices, and ATMs. The company's strategy is 'Be niche, Go global.'
History
Yamauchi was founded in 1918 (Taisho 7) and has contributed as a specialist manufacturer of industrial rubber and plastic products for nearly a century. In 1963, it produced the world's first polyurethane papermaking press roll (High Top Roll), which made 'Technical Yamauchi' known worldwide. In the 1980s, its VTR pinch roller achieved a market share exceeding 90% in the world market. The company's strategy is 'Be niche, Go global.'
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- 1ヤマウチ株式会社 | 工業部品などゴム関連、樹脂成形などの高分子素材を加工する独自技術で、世界のトップメーカーのニーズに応えてきたグローバル企業です。yamauchi.co.jp
- 2製品 | ヤマウチ株式会社 | 工業部品などゴム関連、樹脂成形などの高分子素材を加工する独自技術で、世界のトップメーカーのニーズに応えてきたグローバル企業です。yamauchi.co.jp
- 3企業情報 | ヤマウチ株式会社 | 工業部品などゴム関連、樹脂成形などの高分子素材を加工する独自技術で、世界のトップメーカーのニーズに応えてきたグローバル企業です。yamauchi.co.jp
- 4医療用樹脂成形品 | ヤマウチ株式会社 | 工業部品などゴム関連、樹脂成形などの高分子素材を加工する独自技術で、世界のトップメーカーのニーズに応えてきたグローバル企業です。yamauchi.co.jp
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