JR Automation overview
JR Automation is a large robotic systems integrator and custom automation company. It designs and builds robot cells, assembly lines, testing systems, material handling and process automation for automotive, life sciences, consumer products and logistics customers.
Company fact | Detail |
Founded | 1980 |
Country | United States |
Address | 13365 Tyler Street, Holland, MI 49424 |
Employees | Approx. 2,000+; part of Hitachi |
Specializes in | Robotic systems integration, custom automation, assembly, testing and material handling |
Products | robotic cells, assembly automation, test systems, machine vision, material handling, custom manufacturing systems |
Typical projects | Automotive automation, battery manufacturing, medical devices, warehousing, robotic welding, assembly and inspection lines |
Management and ownership | JR Automation is part of Hitachi, Ltd. Strategic control sits within Hitachi's industrial and digital systems structure. JR Automation leadership operates the business as a systems integrator. |
Website: www.jrautomation.com
JR Automation review summary
JR Automation is an American systems integrator that builds automated manufacturing and distribution systems, owned by Hitachi. It was founded in 1980 in Holland, Michigan, and Hitachi agreed in 2019 to buy it for USD 1.425 billion. This profile sets out its history, ownership and business.
Verified key facts from the review
Fact | Detail |
Company | JR Automation |
Founded | 1980 |
Headquarters | Holland, Michigan, USA |
Parent | Hitachi |
Purchase price | USD 1.425 billion, announced April 24, 2019 |
Size at the time of the deal | About 2,000 employees, 23 facilities, revenue of about USD 600 million in 2018 |
Strengths
Scale among North American integrators.
A parent with digital and industrial resources.
A spread of industries.
Challenges
Project business that depends on customer investment.
Integration into a very large group.
Read the full review: JR Automation Company Profile: History, Ownership and Business
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