Panasonic Factory Automation / Panasonic Connect overview
Panasonic is a significant automation player in welding and electronics manufacturing. Its robotic welding systems, SMT equipment and factory solutions support automotive suppliers, electronics manufacturers and general industrial customers.
Company fact | Detail |
Founded | 1918 Panasonic; FA business developed over decades |
Country | Japan |
Address | Tokyo, Japan |
Employees | Approx. 90,000+ at Panasonic Holdings; division headcount not separately disclosed |
Specializes in | Welding robots, SMT automation, factory automation, electronics manufacturing systems |
Products | TAWERS welding robot systems, arc welding equipment, SMT placement machines, inspection systems, factory automation solutions |
Typical projects | Arc welding cells, automotive component welding, SMT placement lines, electronics production, inspection and process automation |
Management and ownership | Panasonic Connect is part of Panasonic Holdings Corporation. Panasonic Holdings Group CEO: Yuki Kusumi. Panasonic Connect leadership manages B2B automation and connected solutions. |
Website: connect.panasonic.com
Panasonic Factory Automation / Panasonic Connect review summary
Panasonic Connect is the Panasonic Group company that houses its business-to-business activities, including the machines that mount components on circuit boards and its welding equipment. It was established on April 1, 2022, and has about 28,500 employees. This profile sets out its structure, businesses and leadership.
Verified key facts from the review
Fact | Detail |
Company | Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. |
Established | April 1, 2022 |
Former name | Panasonic Connected Solutions Company |
Headquarters | 8-21-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan |
Parent | Panasonic Group |
Employees | About 28,500 |
Revenue | JPY 1,125.7 billion in fiscal 2023 |
Operating income | JPY 20.9 billion in fiscal 2023 |
Chief Executive Officer | Yasu Higuchi |
Strengths
A long-established position in electronics mounting machines and welding equipment.
Blue Yonder's supply chain software.
The resources of the Panasonic Group.
Challenges
A thin operating margin.
A wide spread of unrelated businesses under one roof.
Read the full review: Panasonic Connect Company Profile: Structure, Businesses and Leadership
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