1979
Started research on photo-application technology
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PHILOSOPHY
Through sensing technology,
we contribute to society as a bridge to the future.
We take on new challenges continuously by leveraging our unique development and production technologies. With the flexibility, speed, and passion that come from being a small-to-mid-sized company, we drive innovation across many fields—semiconductors, medical, life sciences, transport, factory automation, and more—regardless of industry. Our mission is to create new value for customers through “manufacturing what does not yet exist,” and to help society move forward.
We also value strong relationships—not only with customers, but with employees, their families, and the local community—so we can build a better future together. Even in times that demand change, we strive to stay adaptable and continue delivering new technologies and value. Through development, production, and sales, we contribute to society as a company that “creates the future,” and we uphold this as our corporate philosophy while working with all stakeholders toward a better tomorrow.
▲ Microtech Laboratory Company Introduction
SALES &SUPPORT Sales & Support
We support every customer with a complete, reliable system.
QUALITY PRODUCTION Quality / Production
Building on accumulated trust and results, we pursue continuous improvement.
DEVELOPMENT Development
We advance sensing technology that stays one step ahead.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
| Company Name | Microtech Laboratory Co., Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Established | February 1, 1981 |
| Capital | JPY 45.5 million |
| President & CEO | Yusuke Nomura |
| Business | Design, manufacture, and sales of rotary encoders (“Micro Encoder”) and direct-drive motors (“μDD Motor”) |
| Fiscal Year End | July 31 |
| Head Office | 8-1-46 Kamitsuruma-honcho, Minami-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa 252-0318, Japan |
| Contact | TEL：042-746-0123 (Main) FAX：042-746-0960 |
| Main Banks | Bank of Yokohama, Sagamiono Branch Mitsubishi UFJ Bank, Machida Branch Mizuho Bank, Machida Branch |
| Major Customers | 株式会社IHI / 株式会社IHI物流産業システム / 大久保歯車工業株式会社 / 株式会社昭特製作所 / 日本電子株式会社 / 株式会社日立ハイテクサイエンス / 株式会社小野測器 / オリンパス株式会社 / 株式会社ハーモニックドライブシステムズ / キヤノン株式会社 / 富士フイルム株式会社 / ソニー株式会社 / 株式会社本田技術研究所 / 株式会社東芝 / パナソニック株式会社 / トヨタ自動車株式会社 / 牧野フライス精機株式会社 / 株式会社ミツトヨ / 株式会社ニコン / 守谷輸送機工業株式会社 / 株式会社湯山製作所 / 山洋電気株式会社 / Others |
LOCATIONS
Head Office
〒252-0318
8-1-46 Kamitsuruma-honcho, Minami-ku,
Sagamihara, Kanagawa 252-0318, Japan
TEL：042-746-0123
FAX：042-746-0960
Machida Factory
3-20-28 Asahimachi, Machida, Tokyo 194-0023, Japan
Please contact the Head Office.
Nakamachi Development Center
4-5-20 Nakamachi, Machida, Tokyo 194-0021, Japan
Please contact the Head Office.
HISTORY
Since our founding on February 1, 1981, here is how Microtech Laboratory has grown and evolved.
- Company History
- Product History
1980
Started research on high-resolution optical incremental encoders
1981
Started sales of photo-etching products
1983
Opened Osaka Sales Office
1985
Started operation at Chigasaki Factory (photo-etching)
1990
Completed Head Office / Main Factory
1992
Succeeded in developing a 9,216,000-pulse encoder
1997
Obtained ISO 9001 quality management certification
Succeeded in integrating photo IC technology for encoders
2000
Started sales of absolute linear scales
CE self-declaration for some encoder products
2001
Acquired the encoder business from Ishikawajima-Harima Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. (IHI)
2002
Launched MT16S series indexers
Won the Kanagawa Industrial Technology Development Award (Grand Prize)
2003
Certified under Japan’s Creative Business Promotion and Management Innovation programs, and received advanced plan development / business certification
2004
Creative SME Promotion Program
Completed and launched Machida Factory (Tokyo)
2006
Developed the world’s smallest encoder
2007
Obtained ISO 14001 environmental management certification
The Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers (JSME), Kanagawa Block Technical Award
2008
Won the “Kanto Branch Technical Award” from the JSME Kanto Branch
Selected by METI for “Genki Monozukuri SMEs 300 (2008 Edition)”
2009
Certified as “Kanagawa Standard” by the Kanagawa Institute of Industrial Science and Technology
2010
Won the Excellent New Technology / New Product Award (Excellence Prize)
2011
Started R&D of μDD Motors
Developed magnetic encoders
2012
Won the “Kirari” Industrial Technology Award (Nine Prefectures and Cities)
2013
Consolidated encoder production at Machida Factory
Launched motor mass-production at the Head Office / Main Factory
2017
Started development of new servo drivers
2018
Won “Kanagawa Ganbaru Company Ace” Award
Won the 35th Kanagawa Industrial Technology Grand Prize (Business Award)
2021
Certified by METI as a “Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization 2021”
2022
Certified by METI as a “Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization 2022”
1983
Launched sales of Micro Encoders
1990
Launched sales of absolute encoders
1991
Launched sales of micro linear scales
1993
Launched sales of fiber encoders
1994
Launched sales of absolute linear scales
1995
Launched ME9 series compact encoders (Ø13)
1996
Launched high-resolution indexer MT-256
1998
Launched encoder kit MG series
1999
Succeeded in developing an ultra-compact encoder (Ø7.5)
2001
Launched MLS12 series compact linear scales
2002
Commercialized analog-output encoder products
2004
Commercialized MA-17 series ultra-compact absolute encoders (12-bit, Ø20)
2005
Started sales of PST series encoders with built-in interpolation IC
2006
Succeeded in developing hybrid incremental + absolute products
2007
Commercialized large-diameter PST series encoders with built-in interpolation IC
2008
Commercialized serial absolute encoders
2009
Renewed mechanical multi-turn absolute encoders
2012
Commercialized magnetic encoders
2014
Commercialized gearless-type absolute encoders
2015
Commercialized μDD Motors
(MD13, 20, 30, 40, 70)
2016
Commercialized Ø6 mm absolute encoders
2017
Commercialized motors with built-in absolute encoders
2019
Commercialized ultra-compact servo driver (MC-200)
2020
Commercialized ultra-compact servo driver MC-200C-6018
Commercialized low-reduction-ratio gears for MD-20 and MD-40 series
2021
Commercialized compact, large-bore hollow direct-drive motors (MDH-60 series)
2022
Commercialized a world-class ultra-compact turntable
Enhanced MC driver functionality
2023
Commercialized MDH-100
Commercialized thin, high-performance absolute encoders
Award history
| 2002.11 | Won the Kanagawa Industrial Technology Development Award (Grand Prize) |
|---|---|
| 2007.11 | Won the Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers (JSME) Kanagawa Block Technical Award |
| 2008.3 | Won the “Kanto Branch Technical Award” from the JSME Kanto Branch |
| 2008.6 | Selected by METI for “Genki Monozukuri SMEs 300 (2008 Edition)” |
| 2009.2 | Certified as “Kanagawa Standard” |
| 2010.3 | Won the Excellent New Technology / New Product Award (Excellence Prize) |
| 2012.11 | Won the “Kirari” Industrial Technology Award (Nine Prefectures and Cities) |
| 2018.10 | Won “Kanagawa Ganbaru Company Ace” Award |
| 2018.10 | Won the 35th Kanagawa Industrial Technology Grand Prize (Business Award) |
| 2019.10 | Won “Kanagawa Ganbaru Company Ace” Award (2nd consecutive year) |
| 2019.12 | Won the 17th Tama Blue Award (Technology / Product Division), Grand Prize |
| 2021.1 | Recognized by Sagamihara City as a “Trial Procurement Certified Product” (Compact servo driver MC-200C) |
| 2021.3 | Certified by METI as a “Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization 2021 (SME Category)”  |
| 2021.3 | Commended by Sagamihara City as a “Work–Life Balance Support Company”  |
| 2021.3 | Certified by Kanagawa Prefecture as a “Company Promoting Treatment–Work Balance” Certified by METI as a “Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization 2022 (SME Category)”  |
| 2025.9 | We made a “Partnership Building Declaration.” |
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