IAI Corporation overview

IAI is a Japanese supplier of electric actuators, Cartesian robots and compact automation systems. Its products are widely used in machines and production lines where simple, precise and repeatable linear or multi-axis motion is needed.

Company fact	Detail
Founded	1976
Country	Japan / United States
Address	2690 W. 237th Street, Torrance, CA 90505
Employees	Approx. 1,000+; public estimates vary
Specializes in	Electric actuators, Cartesian robots, SCARA robots, compact automation components
Products	RoboCylinder, ELECYLINDER, Cartesian robots, SCARA robots, grippers, controllers and actuators
Typical projects	Assembly automation, packaging, small-parts handling, machine loading, dispensing, inspection systems, production equipment automation
Management and ownership	IAI Corporation is privately held in Japan. Management and ownership are private-company based with global subsidiaries.

Website: www.intelligentactuator.com

IAI Corporation review summary

IAI Corporation is a Japanese maker of electric actuators and small robots, best known for RoboCylinder, an electric alternative to the pneumatic cylinder. It was founded in Shizuoka in 1976 and offers more than 25,000 products. This profile sets out its history, products and subsidiaries.

Verified key facts from the review

Fact	Detail
Company	IAI Corporation
Founded	1976, in Shizuoka, Japan
Original business	Robot systems house and automation consulting center
Catalogue	More than 25,000 products
Key ranges	RoboCylinder and EleCylinder
US subsidiary	IAI America, founded 1989
European subsidiary	IAI Industrieroboter GmbH, founded 1995
Southeast Asian subsidiary	IAI Robot (Thailand), founded 2013