Kimura, Inc

We specialize in designing and fabricating steel racks and pallets to meet our Customer's requirements. This is accomplished using the latest 3-D CAD design systems, prototype building and testing, robotic and manual welding lines and automated powder coating system.Using these tools, we are able to deliver high quality product on schedule to meet our Customer's operational needs.Kimura, Inc. is a 100% owned subsidiary of Kimura Unity Co. Ltd. (Japan) which started production in Laurens, South Carolina in June 2003 and we have grown to be a major supplier of transportation containers for the automotive industry.

Established in May, 2002 Kimura, Inc. started operations in Laurens, South Carolina in June, 2003. We are 100% owned by our parent company, Kimura Unity Co. Ltd. (KUC) based in Nagoya, Japan.Since 2003, KI has grown to be a major supplier of steel containers and racks, mainly for the automotive market and in 2007, we shipped over 17,500 units.Our facility in Hunter Industrial Park, Laurens SC is on 12 acres of land and our Manufacturing area is 60,000 sq. ft. with an additional 10,000 sq. ft. of Offices.
Mission Statement
Be a good corporate citizen by providing jobs to residents, economic development in the region, and supporting local community and environmental efforts.
Continue business growth by providing quality products to customers in a cost effective and efficient manner.
Management Philosophy
A Company Exists To Serve Customers And Prospers With Employees.

Production Process
Robot WelderOur Production process is based on the 'Toyota Production System' using a one piece flow concept. Our plant is laid out in a 'U' shape to facilitate smooth material flow. The Inventory/ Production Control team ensures that we have the correct material at the correct location to maintain our most efficient production rate.
Bulk Steel (Bar, Tubing and Sheet) is received and checked before it is cut, formed and bent using our NC Saws, Press Brake, Shear and Iron Worker. Using our Mitsubishi Laser cutting system, we produce more complex parts for the manufacturing process. Prior to any parts going to the Weld lines, they are dimensionally inspected by our Material Handlers to ensure that they meet the tolerances required.
PainterAt Kimura, Inc. our 'Fanuc' Robotic weld units can be moved across our Weld lines to increase the production rate, especially for long production runs. For smaller production runs, our highly skilled Welding Team Members build the containers and racks on our Manual Weld lines.
On all of the Weld lines, we carry out in-process Inspection at each stage of the build so that any errors or missed welds are fixed before the product moves on to the next stage. At the end of each Weld line, the Line Supervisor carries out a Quality Inspection using a Quality Check Sheet that is signed by that Supervisor. For further information on our Quality System, please use the 'Quality' tab at the top of the page.
The Containers then move to our Automated Electrostatic Powder Coating system, where they are washed, Phosphate treated and painted followed by curing at 450°F. After coating, the product then moves into the Assembly area where any Dunnage and bags are attached as per Customer's requirements. They are then given a Final Inspection, again using Quality Check Sheets prior to being stenciled and moved to shipping area.