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Evolving our material handling technologies to value creating technologies

Based on its material handling technologies,

Daifuku has pursued streamlined logistics in the manufacturing,

distribution, and service industries and has grown into one of the world's leading providers of

material handling systems. Capitalizing on the wealth of technologies and knowledge accumulated

through our global development, we aim to become a Value Innovator

that provides customers with optimal and best solutions to enhance their competitive advantage.

Daifuku continuously innovates to revolutionize tomorrow.

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J A P A N

Founded in 1937, Daifuku has grown in step with

the Japanese industry. According to the changes

in material handling needs, we have continuously

pursued more effective material handling and have

accumulated experience in the manufacturing,

distribution and service industries. We now have

operations throughout the world, with production

sites and of�ces in 23 countries and regions.

A S I A ｜ O C E A N I A

Distribution center for a supermarket chain

Automated system for the storage of special steel Distribution center for a major food wholesaler Automated storage system for frozen foods

Automatic guided vehicles at an automobile factory （China）

Automated storage system for a surface treatment chemicals manufacturer （ Indonesia）

Self-service baggage check-in （Australia） Automated storage system for a paper manufacturer （Taiwan）

Globally expanding network in 23 countries and regionsD A I F U K U G l o b a l N e t w o r k

Employing advanced technologies developed in Japan worldwide

Since installing our first conveyor system in Taiwan

in 1975, we have helped customers throughout

Asia streamline their material handling processes.

We currently have affiliates in China / Taiwan (9 affiliates),

South Korea (3), India (2), Singapore (2), Malaysia,

Thailand, and Indonesia, establishing a structure to

provide optimal logistics systems. In 2014, New Zealand

-based BCS Group Limited joined the Group,

establishing a business foundation in the Oceania region.

Developing business in Asia,a region with great growth potential

[ ●Main of�ces in Japan ]Headquarters, Tokyo Head Of�ce, Shiga Works, and Komaki Works

[Group companies conducting business activities in Japan]Contec Co., Ltd. / Daifuku Plusmore Co., Ltd. / Daifuku Business Service CorporationDaifuku Manufacturing Technology Co., Ltd./ Iwasaki Seisakusho Co., Ltd.

[ ●Asia & Oceania Branch Of�ce / Group Companies ]Philippine Branch Office / Istanbul Branch Office / BCS Airport Systems Pty Limited / BCS Logistics Solutions Pty LimitedBCS Infrastructure Support Pty Limited / Daifuku (China) Co., Ltd. / Daifuku (China) Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Daifuku (China) Automation Co., Ltd. / Daifuku (Suzhou) Cleanroom Automation Co., Ltd. / Contec (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.Daifuku India Private Limited / ForgePro India Private Limited / P.T. Daifuku Indonesia / Daifuku Korea Co., Ltd.Clean Factomation, Inc. / Hallim Machinery Co., Ltd. / Daifuku (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. / BCS Integration Solutions Sdn. Bhd. BCS Group Limited / Daifuku Mechatronics (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. / BCS Integration Solutions (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. Taiwan Daifuku Co., Ltd. / Taiwan Contec Co., Ltd. / Daifuku (Thailand) Ltd.

T H E A M E R I C A S E U R O P E

D A I F U K U G l o b a l N e t w o r k

Storage system for a cookware manufacturer （U.S. A.）

Airport scanning system（Canada） Automatic guided vehicle transporting furniture （U.S. A.） Conveyor line at a computer factory （U.S. A.）

One of the largest distribution centers in Europe （Sweden）

Storage system at a food supermarket （Sweden） Of�ce automation equipment center （Netherlands） Parts storage for a household equipment manufacturer （Germany）

Daifuku products have yielded impressive sales

results in Europe. We developed two of Europe’s

largest distribution centers in Denmark and

Sweden and delivered a range of material handling

systems and equipment to customers in the United

Kingdom, Germany and other European countries.

In addition, we have entered a business alliance with

Austria-based Knapp, which boasts strength in piece

picking systems. Daifuku will continue to strengthen

its foothold in Europe.

[ ●Branch of�ces and group companies in North and Central America ]Daifuku North America Holding Company / Daifuku America CorporationJervis B. Webb Company / Elite Line Services, Inc. / Wynright CorporationLogan Teleflex, Inc. / Contec DTx Inc. / Daifuku Canada Inc.Jervis B. Webb Company of Canada, Ltd. / Daifuku de México, S.A. de C.V.

[ ● Branch of�ces and group companies in Europe ]U.K. Branch Office / Germany Branch Office / Czech Branch OfficeSt. Petersburg Branch Office / Daifuku Europe Ltd. / Jervis B. Webb Company, Ltd. Daifuku Logan Ltd. / Daifuku Self Services Technologies AS

In the U.S., Daifuku North America Holding Company

oversees four operating companies. We have realized

a number of accomplishments with our systems

across an array of fields from manufacturing and

distribution to airport. We also have two affiliates

in Canada that deploy sales and after-sales services

with a focus on automobile production line systems.

Furthermore, we have established an affiliate in Mexico

and are expanding our business in Latin America.

Providing systems for the manufacturing,distribution and airport industries

Developing material handling systems throughout EU countries

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Daifuku provides solutions ranging from consulting to after-sales service

To provide optimal and best solutions in various industries,

Daifuku has developed specialized systems and equipment and

expanded its reach into various markets.

We have re�ned our expertise not only as a manufacturer but also

as a system integrator, so that we can provide precise solutions

to the challenges faced by customers across a variety of industries.

We have also established a consistent support system

ranging from consulting to after-sales service.

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FA&DAFactory & Distribution Automation

Manufacturing and Distribution Systems

eFAElectronics Factory Automation

Cleanroom Production Line Systems

AFAAutomotive Factory Automation

Automobile Production Line Systems

ATecAirport Technologies

Airport Technologies

AWTAuto Washing Technologies

Auto Washing Technologies

Electronics

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Enhancing customer’s competitiveness by proposing optimal manufacturing and distribution systems

Daifuku provides automated warehousing, various storage and

transport systems, sorting and picking systems, material handling equipment, and

information systems that are optimized for each customer and

has expanded its operations worldwide.

We have also branched out into new markets, including e-commerce,

which have become deeply rooted in modern lifestyles,

and transport systems for fruit sorting centers.

FA&DAFactory & Distribution Automation

DAIFUKU T e c h n o l o g y

eye-naviThe eye-navi is an award-winning* digital picking system that allows users to sort products into conveyed units that combine wireless indicators and collection boxes. Productivity and shipment accuracy are greatly improved when combined with a simple conveyor.

*Japanese Material Handling Society’s 2014 Japan MH Prize, Outstanding Performance Award from the 2014 AUTO-ID System Awards.

Shuttle Rack▶

Finger Domino Sorter▶

▲Rackbuil System

◀Sur�ng Sorter

Manufacturing and Distribution Systems

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Contributing to the enhanced functionality of clean rooms with leading-edge solutions

Daifuku has cleanroom material handling system plants in Japan, South Korea,

China, and Taiwan. From our global production sites, we have delivered numerous

optimal systems to the world’s leading electronic device companies.

We also support production lines by responding to the increased sizes of

semiconductor wafers and glass substrates as well as needs stemming

from the miniaturization of semiconductors.

In addition, we develop solutions that improve the entire factory’s availability.

Clean RGV for flat-panel▶ display manufacturers　

◀ Clean Stocker for semiconductor manufacturers

◀Cleanway for semiconductor manufacturers

DAIFUKU T e c h n o l o g y

HIDHigh Ef�ciency Inductive Power Distribution Technology

HID is essential for the clean rooms used in the production of semiconductors and �at-panel displays. It is the world’s �rst non-contact power supply system and was developed by Daifuku.This system produces no abrasion dust or sparks from power feeders, and ensures longstanding stable power supply as well as a clean and safe environment.

eFAElectronics Factory Automation

Cleanroom Production Line Systems

◀Clean Stocker for flat -panel　display manufacturers

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Expanding globally and supporting automakers with our technologies and experiences

In 1957, Daifuku installed Japan’s �rst chain conveyor systems in an

automobile factory production line. Since then, we have supported automobile

production with various material handling systems for more than half a century.

With installations throughout North America, Asia, and Europe, we have

production, sales, and service sites around the world.

We provide factory automation systems for all automobile production processes.

In addition, we further streamline the parts handling in customer’s factory operations.

Drop Lift▶

◀Power & Free Conveyor

▲Unit load AS/RS

◀Flexible Drive System

DAIFUKU T e c h n o l o g y

SPDRThe SPDR （Spider） from Daifuku, a temporary storage and sortation system capable of stacking and transporting cases in a set storage area, is the world’s first such system able to handle varying types and sizes of cases. Featuring a simple installation, setup is quick, allowing for easy layout changes and relocation.

AFAAutomotive Factory Automation

Automobile Production Line Systems

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Providing faster, more accurate baggage handling technology to airports around the world

Daifuku deploys the airport technologies in collaboration

with its Group affiliates, U.S.-based Jervis B. Webb Company, U.K.-based Daifuku Logan, and

New Zealand-based BCS Group Limited. Our product lineup includes belt conveyor technology

and security systems, installed throughout the world; tilt tray sorters, which are well-received

on a global scale; self-service automated baggage check-in machines,

the demand of which is increasing; and the baggage tray system with the highest speed

in the world – 600 meters per minute. Daifuku offers airport solutions worldwide.

Self - service▶baggage check-in　

◀In-line baggage screening conveyor

◀Carrousel for baggage claim◀Tilt tray sorter

DAIFUKU T e c h n o l o g y

Baggage Tray SystemOur baggage tray system operates at the world’s fastest transportation velocity of 600 meters per minute. Attached RFID tags on each tray provides accurate and reliable tracking, which reduces lost baggage, ensuring the smooth transferring and sorting of baggage for transit passengers.

ATecAirport Technologies

Airport Technologies

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Pioneering the car wash machine industry with enhanced products and features

Daifuku’s lineup of car wash machines make full use

of the technology and experience the company has developed

over the years in the material handling industry.

From development and manufacturing, to after-sales service,

Daifuku supports comfortable living with cutting-edge products

such as a water-saving gate-type car wash machine

with reduced noise, along with large-scale

car washes for trucks and buses.

Providing IoT solutions that meet the needs of customers in a range of industries

Contec, a Daifuku subsidiary, manufactures and

markets a range of products and systems, including,

IoT devices that wirelessly connect to networks,

high-end industrial PCs, compact and lightweight box

computers for digital signage, and LAN-related products.

Contec manufactures controllers and peripheral devices

that are embedded in Daifuku’s material handling systems,

as well as battery charging systems.

◀Control board

▼Digital signage

▲Example system 　using an industrial 　controller

AWTAuto Washing Technologies

Auto Washing Technologies Electronics

DAIFUKU T e c h n o l o g y

WASH TOUCHThe WASH TOUCHⅡ is a next-generation operational panel that interactively guides users through washing options, making it easy for anyone to use.

DAIFUKU T e c h n o l o g y

Battery Charging SolutionsBy using the non-contact power supply technology, HID, Daifuku has developed a solution that allows electric vehicles, such as forklifts, to charge wirelessly.

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◀Fabrica

AWA3100▶

▲Sliding Bubble

◀ Camion

Cloud Server

External Server

CONPROSYSM2M Controller

Internet

Data viewable remotely- Email alarm

notifications

- External API function

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K O M A K I [ Komaki Works ]

4 -103 Komakihara, Komaki-shi,Aichi 485-8653, JapanTel :81-568-74-1500

S H I G A [ Shiga Works ]

1225 Nakazaiji, Hino-cho, Gamo-gun,Shiga 529 -1692, JapanTel : 81-748-53-0321

T O K Y O [ Tokyo Head Of�ce ]

Shiodome Shibarikyu Buildind,1-2-3 Kaigan, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105 - 0022, JapanTel :81-3-6721-3501

O S A K A [ Headquarters ]

3-2-11 Mitejima, Nishiyodogawa-ku,Osaka 555-0012, JapanTel :81-6-6472-1261

www.daifuku.com

Daifuku America Jervis B. Webb Daifuku (China)Manufacturing

Corporate Pro�le

Three-Year Business PerformanceYears ended March 31, 2015, 2016 and 2017

(Million yen)

□ Company name: Daifuku Co., Ltd.

□ Establishment : May 20, 1937

□ Paid-in capital: ¥ 31,865.3 million（as of December 27, 2017）

□ Consolidated net sales : ¥ 320,825 million （�scal year ended March 31, 2017）

□ Employees : 8,689 （consolidated, as of March 31, 2017）

□ Main �nancing banks : Mizuho Bank, Ltd.

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation

MUFG Bank, Ltd.

2015 2016 2017

Net Sales 267,284 336,184 320,825

14,883 20,878 23,099

As a Global Company, as a Corporate CitizenIn 2011, Daifuku formulated its Environmental Vision 2020. Under the vision, we strive to improve product quality and enhance safety awareness, while developing environmentally friendly products and reducing waste generated by production activities. In addition, we strictly abide by international standards and rules as a global company and actively contribute to communities as a corporate citizen.

For details, please visit our Corporate Responsibility page :

www.daifuku.com/sustainability

CSR

Shiga Works

Management

Operating Income

Jervis B. Webb (Canada) Wynright

Contec DTx

T H E A M E R I C A S

Daifuku America Corporation

Jervis B. Webb Company

Jervis B. Webb Company of Canada, Ltd.

Wynright Corporation

Contec DTx Inc.

Daifuku (China)Automation

Daifuku Singapore

Hallim Machinery

Taiwan Contec

Daifuku Korea

Daifuku Thailand

Daifuku (Suzhou)Cleanroom Automation

Clean Factomation

Taiwan Daifuku

Daifuku Logan

Global Production Sites of the Daifuku Group

A S I A｜O C E A N I A

Daifuku (China) Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

Daifuku (China) Automation Co., Ltd.

Daifuku (Suzhou) Cleanroom Automation Co., Ltd.

ForgePro India Private Limited

Daifuku Korea Co., Ltd.

Clean Factomation, Inc.

E U R O P E

Daifuku Logan Ltd.

Hallim Machinery Co., Ltd.

Daifuku Mechatronics (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.

Taiwan Daifuku Co., Ltd.

Taiwan Contec Co., Ltd.

Daifuku (Thailand) Ltd.

Akio Tanaka Chairman

Hiroshi Geshiro President and CEO

Mikio Inohara Executive Vice President CFO and CRO

Shuichi Honda Director

Hidenori Iwamoto Director

Yoshiyuki Nakashima Director

Seiji Sato Director

Masaki Hojo Director and Senior Advisor

Noboru Kashiwagi Outside Director

Yoshiaki Ozawa Outside Director

Tatsujiro Kurosaka Corporate Auditor

Yoshihisa Kimura Corporate Auditor

Isao Kitamoto Outside Corporate Auditor

Hiroyuki Torii Outside Corporate Auditor

Ryosuke Aihara Outside Corporate Auditor

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Daifuku continues to innovate and grow

Daifuku has remained a pioneer in the field of material handling in Japan for 80 years. We have continuously developed and introduced various innovative products. Daifuku strives to take up challenges to provide products and services that benefit society.

Since 1937DAIFUKU

Experiencing the latest solutions at our unrivaled exhibition center

Hini Arata Kan

□ Facility facts (Located within Shiga Works)

Building area : 6,049m2 (65,110 ft2) Floor space : 19,482m2 (209,702 ft2) Building height : 25.1m (82 ft) (4 levels, 3 stories above ground)

□ For inquiries or a reservation, visit :

www.daifuku.com/showroom

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■ Automobile assembly line systems

■ Automated storage systems

■ Storage and sorting systems

■ Event hall

■ Meeting rooms

■ Picking and sorting systems

■ Logistics management systems

■ Material handling tools

■ Cleanroom transport and storage systems

■ Car wash machines

■ Daifuku Group exhibit

■ Comprehensive showroom

■ International conference hall

■ Restaurant

At Hini Arata Kan, Daifuku’s full-scale exhibition center, visitors can watch demonstrations and experience our material handling systems and equipment along with products from other logistics vendors, encompassing 400 different items in 150 categories.

＊ The names of customers that appear above are their names in the indicated years. ＊The names of products are current names. Their previous names are not indicated.

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● Develops the DUOSYS super-fast mini load AS /RS

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● Founded in Osaka, Japan

● Delivers the first chain conveyor system to Toyota Auto Body

● Delivers a chain conveyor system to Toyota Motor, Japan’s first passenger automobile factory

● Manufactures the first Japan-made bowling machine

● Manufactures Japan’s first automatic guided vehicle

● Delivers the Rackbuil system, Japan’s first automated warehouse to Matsushita Electric Industrial

● Delivers Japan’s first online computer-controlled Rackbuil system to Asahi Kasei

● Acquires a 1.2 million sq.m (approx. 12.9 million sq.ft) industrial site in Hino-cho, Shiga Prefecture

● Develops the first unit load AS /RS

● Delivers Japan’s first refrigerated unit load AS /RS to Hosen Cold Storage

● Develops a mini load AS/RS, called the Bucketbuil System

● Establishes Contec Co., Ltd.

● Delivers Japan’s first automated steel-belt sorter to Heiwado

● Begins production of car wash machines

● Delivers the world’s most advanced FA system to FANUC

● Develops the Ramrun electrified monorail system

● Establishes the first global affiliate in the U.S.

● Develops cleanroom FA systems for semiconductor factories

● Establishes an affiliate in Canada

● Establishes an affiliate in Singapore

● Delivers the first Picking Cart System to Shiseido

● Develops the Flexible Drive System

● Establishes an affiliate in the U.K.

● Establishes an affiliate in Thailand

● Develops the world’s first non-contact power supply monorail system

● Establishes an affiliate in Malaysia

● Establishes an affiliate in Indonesia

● Establishes a cleanroom FA system production affiliate in South Korea

● World's first wireless battery charging system, D-PAD, for electric forklifts

● Daifuku Webb Holding Company Changes its Name to Daifuku North America Holding Company

● New Zealand-based BCS Group Limited joins the Group

● Develops a Temporary Storage/Sor tation System, SPDR (Spider)

● Establishes an affiliate in Mexico

● U.S. -based Wynright Corporation joins the Group

● Acquires all stocks of Hallim Machinery, the largest car washing machine manufacturer in South Korea

● Elite Line Service, which provides services for airports, joins the Group

● Establishes an affiliate in Suzhou, China

● Logan Teleflex joins the Group

● Establishes a holding company in the U.S.

● Develops the picking system eye-navi

● Develops the Baggage Tray System, the world’s fastest airport baggage handling system

● Forms a business partnership with Knapp in Austria

● Consolidates China affiliates and establishes a new operating structure

● Establishes an affiliate in Taiwan

● Establishes the second affiliate in South Korea

● Delivers the first quake-absorbing AS /RS

● Delivers a 300mm wafer transport system to a semiconductor manufacturer in South Korea

● Establishes the first affiliate in China

● Develops a super-fast mini load AS / RS with the world’s fastest speed of 500 m /min

● Develops the E-DIP environmentally friendly automobile paint system

● Production of S/R machines reaches 20,000 sets in total

● Establishes two production affiliates in China

● Establishes an affiliate in India

● Develops the Synchronized System, a mini load AS/RS

● U.S. -based Jervis B. Webb Company joins the Group

Cleanroom transport and storage systemConveying

International conference hallComprehensive showroom

Material handling toolsSorting

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RFID

Storage

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