Hitachi

Posted on December 10, 2013 By Peter Brown Brands, Industries

About

Hitachi is a Japanese multinational electronics and engineering company with a simple mission – to contribute to the society by developing superior technology and products. Founded in 1910 by Namihei Odaira, Hitachi was firstly a mining machinery repair shop. The company soon became a leader in electric motors and electric power industry infrastructure and was forced to move to Tokyo in 1918. Today, over 100 years after first 5HP electric motor, the company has grown and deals with many more operations such as power generation supply systems, railway systems, home appliances, electronic devices, computers, construction machinery, electronic materials and components, etc. Hitachi’s vision is to inspire future generations, delivering innovations that will last. This company, with over 320,000 employees, values harmony, pioneering spirit and sincerity. Hitachi brand strives to deliver perfection. Hitachi and Mitsubishi have recently agreed to merge into a joint venture and this collaboration is planned to happen in 2014.

Products

Hitachi is a versatile company which operates eleven business segments: Power Systems, Automotive Systems, Construction Machinery, Information and Telecommunication Systems, Electronic Systems and Equipment, Digital Media and Consumer Products, High Functional Materials and Components, Financial Services, Social Infrastructure, Railway and Urban Systems and Other Components and Systems.

Power Systems – Electric power is very important in nuclear, thermal and hydroelectric power plants which depend on Hitachi superior, efficient and reliable power generation systems.

Automotive Systems – Hitachi’s range of automotive system is huge, from car information systems and drive control systems to electric power-train systems and engine management systems. There are only few companies with such diverse range of technologies and products.

Construction Machinery – Hitachi is a manufacturer of construction machines such as hydraulic excavators, rigid dump trucks, compaction equipment, wheel loaders and many others. The reason why many contractors trust this brand is the reliability and durability of the machines. Excavators and other machines are built to be

tough and to meet even the most severe working conditions, while giving the optimum productivity.

Information And Telecommunication Systems – Hitachi advanced information and telecommunication systems have big role in many fields such as power and transportation systems. The major factor in producing innovation in business and society is efficient managing and extracting new value of data.

Electronic Systems And Equipment – Hitachi supplies a diverse and wide range of equipment, systems and services in all fields. With products such as smart-phones, microfabrication technologies, lightweight power tools for low noise and vibration, driver drills that use efficient brushless motors and electronic control to deliver proper operation and optimized rotation speed, Hitachi has earned the reputation as one of the best companies in the world.

Digital Media And Consumer Products – Refrigerators, vacuum cleaners, washing machines, LCD projectors, plasma and LCD televisions and room air conditioners are just some of the products in this category.