The Japanese tradition of high quality standards is one of the nation’s proudest assets. Machine parts manufacturer Suntec Co., Ltd. is taking this commitment a step further by exporting both its technology and its philosophy to a production facility in Vietnam.
The firm is investing heavily in its new subsidiary’s human resources to help instill the Japanese work ethic and monozokuri mindset that prioritizes high standards and customer satisfaction above all else. Managing Director of Suntec, Manabu Tateoka, hopes the new operation will help drive international growth and sales as it targets further subsidiaries around the world. “Clients who visit our factories are impressed by the Vietnamese staff’s ability to deliver expected Japanese quality, thanks to our comprehensive trainee programs,” said Tateoka.
The company has been an important part of the machine parts sector in Japan since its founding 36 years ago. With such a crucial role supplying clients in a range of industries, the business is constantly evolving and seeking to pioneer new technology to maintain its position. Moving forward, areas of interest include nanotechnology and high-vacuum equipment. As with many such firms, Suntec is also developing automated systems to streamline and improve the manufacturing process, as well as increasing its interests in analytical instruments.
“In particular, the analytical sector is promising, with many scientists dedicated to researching medicines for diseases like cancer,” said Tateoka. “Major players in the analytical and semiconductor manufacturing sectors are European and American companies. Our Vietnamese subsidiary can contribute manufacturing capacity for these foreign companies while optimizing quality, cost and delivery (QCD) in Vietnam,” he added.
