Overview

Formed as a weaving loom manufacturer in 1909 and incorporated in 1920, SMC now boasts manufacturing and distribution operations in 193 countries and regions around the globe. With global headquarters in Hamamatsu, Japan, SMC is a diversified worldwide automobile, motorcycle and outboard motor manufacturer. In 2013 SMC sold nearly 3 million new cars and trucks to be one of the top 10 global manufacturers.