For automotive and machinery control devices, choose SANWA SEIKI Ltd.|Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture

Beyond passion.
With honed skills
to the world.

Beyond Passion,
With our refined skills To Global

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In each and every techniques,
passion resides.

Sanwa Seiki is an engineering company that creates “motion” through pneumatic and hydraulic technologies.
Since our founding in 1938, we have continuously honed our unique technologies to meet customer demands and support industry.

Behind the scenes of operations that cannot stop,
we have dedicated ourselves to invisible technologies, building reliable quality.

This accumulation becomes the power that drives the future.

Moving forward, Sanwa Seiki will continue to contribute to society's evolution through technology and passion, never ceasing to challenge ourselves.

(01) Strengths of Sanwa Seiki Strengths

社会の動力を支えてきた確かな実績

01 Unparalleled Technical Capabilities

A proven track record supporting society's driving force

We hold the top share across a wide range of power systems, including being Japan's sole manufacturer of air brake compressors for commercial vehicles (trucks and buses) and holding 100% of the domestic market share for cab tilt devices.

ご要望をカタチにする部門を超えた連携

02 In-House Integrated System

Cross-departmental collaboration that brings your requests to life

We handle everything in-house—from research and development to prototyping, design, mass production, and quality assurance. As a development partner, we have earned high praise.

研究開発・設計を核に一品一様の課題解決

03 Custom Solutions

Tailored to Each Project's Unique Challenges Through R&D and Design

Our R&D and Design Department employs over 50 engineers. We accompany you from prototyping through mass production, addressing requirements that off-the-shelf products cannot meet.

世界に通じる信頼と品質

04 Global Supply System

Trust and Quality Recognized Worldwide

In addition to our three domestic factories, we have established production bases in Thailand and China, building a global supply system to provide our overseas customers with stable supplies of high-quality products.

85年以上の歴史で積み上げた知見

05 Field-Focused Corporate Culture

Knowledge Accumulated Over 85 Years of History

Since our founding in 1938, we have consistently pursued “field-based manufacturing.” Our product lineup embodies the knowledge and conviction backed by our history.

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(02) Product Information Products

Through the development of precision mechanisms in the pneumatic and hydraulic fields, we provide products that support society, primarily in the commercial vehicle and construction machinery sectors. With a top-tier domestic market share and proven technology, we continue to meet diverse needs.

Hydraulic and pneumatic
technology
brings fresh
ideas to manufacturing.

“We have a concept but haven't finalized the design drawings,” or “We want to achieve this motion but don't know the right structure.” Sanwa Seiki leverages pneumatic and hydraulic technologies to address such challenges. Even if your application isn't fully defined yet, we're here to help. From the conceptual stage through mass production, we'll work together to find the right solution. Feel free to contact us for a consultation.

  • (01) Achieve complex movements with hydraulics

    Achieve complex movements with hydraulics

  • (02) Develop a new hydraulic system.

    Develop a new hydraulic system.

  • (03) Switch the flow path in the pneumatic circuit.

    Switch the flow path in the pneumatic circuit.

(03) The History and Future of Sanwa Seiki History

Founding: The Origin of Manufacturing

1938

Founding: The Origin of Manufacturing

Established the predecessor company, Sanwa Seiki Co., Ltd. Here lies the origin of our pursuit of “manufacturing essential to society,” evolving our technology and organization alongside the development of vehicles supporting Japan's logistics and construction sites.

1948

Entering the Automotive Industry with an looking ahead to the Future

Witnessing the mass transportation system brought by American trucks after the war, we became convinced that “the age of automobiles was upon us.” Leveraging pneumatic technology, we began producing air compressors, quietly supporting the domestic production of trucks. Changed the company name to Sanwa Seiki Co., Ltd.

Entering the Automotive Industry with an looking ahead to the Future
Japan's First Electric Cab-Tilt System

1981

Japan's First Electric Cab-Tilt System

Decided to adopt a fully floating cab to reduce driver fatigue in large trucks. To achieve ride comfort comparable to passenger cars, we developed Japan's first electric tilt pump for the essential cab-tilt mechanism and began mass production. 1983: Established the Hanyu Plant as a new production base for vacuum pumps.

1997

Established Reliable Quality and Trust

Strengthened the quality foundation through ISO 9001 certification. Upholding the principle of “100% good products,” established Miwa Seiki's unique high-precision manufacturing system, earning solid trust from customers both domestically and internationally.

Established Reliable Quality and Trust
Becoming a Unique Presence

2012

Becoming a Unique Presence

Relocated headquarters and main factory to Kawagoe City to create a production base focused on expanding orders for core products and improving production efficiency. Hanyu Factory began production of newly ordered vacuum pumps for passenger vehicles. Achieved annual sales of ¥20 billion in 2014.

2025

The Future of Sanwa Seiki

Building on our core expertise in pneumatic and hydraulic technologies, we will challenge new domains beyond commercial vehicles, passenger cars, and construction machinery—expanding into industrial machinery, agricultural machinery, and motorcycles. As we move toward a future where “a society that keeps moving” and “mutually supportive infrastructure” become the norm, Sanwa Seiki will continue refining our reliable technologies behind the scenes.

The Future of Sanwa Seiki

(03) The History and Future of Sanwa Seiki History

1938

Founding: The Origin of Manufacturing

Established the predecessor company, Sanwa Seiki Co., Ltd. Here lies the origin of our pursuit of “manufacturing essential to society,” evolving our technology and organization alongside the development of vehicles supporting Japan's logistics and construction sites.

Founding: The Origin of Manufacturing

1948

Entering the Automotive Industry with an looking ahead to the Future

Witnessing the mass transportation system brought by American trucks after the war, we became convinced that “the age of automobiles was upon us.” Leveraging pneumatic technology, we began producing air compressors, quietly supporting the domestic production of trucks. Changed the company name to Sanwa Seiki Co., Ltd.

Entering the Automotive Industry with an looking ahead to the Future

1981

Japan's First Electric Cab-Tilt System

Decided to adopt a fully floating cab to reduce driver fatigue in large trucks. To achieve ride comfort comparable to passenger cars, we developed Japan's first electric tilt pump for the essential cab-tilt mechanism and began mass production. 1983: Established the Hanyu Plant as a new production base for vacuum pumps.

Japan's First Electric Cab-Tilt System

1997

Established Reliable Quality and Trust

Strengthened the quality foundation through ISO 9001 certification. Upholding the principle of “100% good products,” established Miwa Seiki's unique high-precision manufacturing system, earning solid trust from customers both domestically and internationally.

Established Reliable Quality and Trust

2012

Becoming a Unique Presence

Relocated headquarters and main factory to Kawagoe City to create a production base focused on expanding orders for core products and improving production efficiency. Hanyu Factory began production of newly ordered vacuum pumps for passenger vehicles. Achieved annual sales of ¥20 billion in 2014.

Becoming a Unique Presence

2025

The Future of Sanwa Seiki

Building on our core expertise in pneumatic and hydraulic technologies, we will challenge new domains beyond commercial vehicles, passenger cars, and construction machinery—expanding into industrial machinery, agricultural machinery, and motorcycles. As we move toward a future where “a society that keeps moving” and “mutually supportive infrastructure” become the norm, Sanwa Seiki will continue refining our reliable technologies behind the scenes.

The Future of Sanwa Seiki

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