Fanuc (OTCMKTS:FANUY) Corporation (OTCMKTS:FANUY) is a Japan-based leader in factory automation and industrial robotics. Established in the early 1970s as a spin-off from Fujitsu’s numerical control division, Fanuc has built its reputation on pioneering computer numerical control (CNC) systems. The company’s founding vision, led by Seiuemon Inaba, was to develop precision control technologies that would drive productivity in manufacturing environments. Over the decades, Fanuc has evolved from a niche CNC supplier into a comprehensive automation partner for industries worldwide.
The core of Fanuc’s business lies in three primary product lines: CNC systems, industrial robots, and Robomachines. Its CNC equipment, which includes multi-axis controllers and servo motors, is used to power machine tools in sectors such as aerospace, automotive and medical devices. The robotics division provides articulated robots, collaborative robots (cobots) and specialized handling systems for tasks ranging from welding and painting to assembly and packaging. The Robomachines segment complements these offerings with electric injection molding machines and laser production systems, reinforcing Fanuc’s emphasis on end-to-end automation solutions.
Fanuc serves a truly global customer base, operating manufacturing and service centers across Asia, Europe and the Americas. In North America, the company partners closely with OEMs and system integrators to tailor automation solutions for local market requirements. European operations are anchored by technology hubs in Germany and Italy, while fanuc’s domestic network in Japan remains a critical center for research and development. This international footprint enables the company to address region-specific regulatory standards and offer localized support, training and maintenance services.
Leadership at Fanuc has remained closely tied to its founding family, with successive generations of the Inaba family guiding strategic growth and innovation. The company is known for its disciplined approach to research and development, reinvesting a significant portion of revenues into emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine vision. Fanuc’s corporate culture emphasizes reliability, precision and long-term customer relationships, positioning it to capitalize on the ongoing trend toward smart factories and Industry 4.0 initiatives around the globe.
