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History
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Founded in 1939 as Fukuda Special Medical Electric Manufacturing, developed Japan's first electrocardiograph. Honest responses earned customer trust and laid the foundation for modern development.
Founded in 1939 as Fukuda Special Medical Electric Manufacturing, the predecessor of Fukuda Denshi, developed Japan's first electrocardiograph. Honest responses earned customer trust and laid the foundation for modern development.
Founded as Fukuda Special Medical Electric Manufacturing Co.
Established Fukuda Electric Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Established
Electrocardiograph with waveform observation rotating mirror (PAT). Same year, AC-powered electrocardiograph.
Changed company name to Fukuda Electronics Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Developed Japan's first direct-record electrocardiograph. Records on heat-sensitive paper with a heat pen. (Used imported heat-sensitive paper due to lack of domestic options)
AC-powered electrocardiographs and heat pen direct-record electrocardiographs sold well nationwide, leading to the establishment of sales bases in major cities from 1953.
AC-powered electrocardiographs and heat pen direct-record electrocardiographs sold well, establishing sales bases in major cities from 1953.
Expanded sales bases nationwide. AC-powered electrocardiographs and heat pen direct-record electrocardiographs sold well nationwide. Rapidly built after-sales service system, establishing sales bases in major cities from 1953.
Developed a vector electrocardiograph using a cathode-ray tube.
All-transistor electrocardiograph. Due to the emergence of high input impedance FET (field-effect transistor).
Fukuda Denshi Co., Ltd. was established. Merged with Fukuda Medical Electric Co., Ltd. (President: Soji Fukuda). Changed the company name to "Fukuda Denshi Co., Ltd.".
Constructed a factory in Shiroi City, Chiba Prefecture.
Developed the first domestic system for automatic electrocardiogram analysis, and started selling it in 1978 as a microcomputer-based automatic electrocardiogram analyzer.
Succeeded in developing an isolation electrocardiograph. An electrocardiograph that is not electrically connected to the body.
Developed an electrocardiograph with a thermal recorder using a thermal array method.
Developed an electrocardiograph with a built-in thermal recorder and LCD, capable of displaying waveforms for about 3-4 seconds on the LCD.
Established the "Fukuda Memorial Medical Technology Promotion Foundation" (now a public interest incorporated foundation) as a 50th anniversary project.
In 1992, established a system for handling home oxygen therapy, and in 1995, founded 19 LifeTech sales companies supporting home oxygen therapy, pioneering home medical care business.
In 1992, built a system for handling home oxygen, and established 19 LifeTech sales companies supporting home oxygen therapy.
Built a system for handling home oxygen. In 1995, established 19 LifeTech sales companies specializing in support for home oxygen therapy, pioneering the home medical care business.
Started nationwide deployment of the sales company "Fukuda LifeTech". Rents, sells, and maintains oxygen concentrators for home medical use.
Developed and started selling a blood pressure pulse wave testing device.
In 2004, AED use was approved for general citizens, and sales began. Promoted AED training sessions and installation in public facilities.
In 2004, AED use was approved for the general public, and sales started. Promoted AED training and installation activities.
Promotion of AED dissemination. In 2004, AED use was approved for the general public. Promoted active dissemination activities such as sales of AED units and conducting AED training sessions organized by sales companies nationwide.
Contributed to regional health promotion through sponsorship of sports projects and acquiring naming rights for ballparks.
Engaged in regional health promotion through sponsorship of sports projects and acquiring naming rights for ballparks.
Engagement in sports promotion. Sharing the joy of being healthy with the community through acquiring naming rights for ballparks, etc.
Built a safety testing center at the Shiroi plant.
Our digital Holter recorder is active as a space clinical research institution device at JAXA's Kibo Japanese Experiment Module.
The VaSera blood pressure pulse wave testing device received the 9th Industry-Academia-Government Collaboration Award (Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare Award).
Kohtaro Fukuda (former President and CEO) became Chairman. Dairo Shirai (former Managing Director) became President and CEO. Fukuda Denshi Fine Tech Sendai Co., Ltd. began operations.
Held the 75th anniversary Fukuda Denshi Medical Fair at six locations nationwide (Kyushu, Tokyo, Hokkaido, Nagoya, Osaka, Tohoku).
Partnered with Omron Healthcare. Supplying and selling products mutually, and considering joint development. Acquired Omron Colinn and made it a wholly owned subsidiary.
Omron Colleen was renamed Fukuda Colleen.
Responded to changes in regional medical care, home medical care, and super-aging society, aiming to expand recognition as a medical device manufacturer.
Aimed to expand recognition as a medical device manufacturer by responding to changes in regional medical care and super-aging society.
Since its founding in 1939, committed to social mission as a medical device manufacturer, contributing to medical progress and continuously contributing to global health.
Celebrated 80th anniversary since its founding in 1939, dedicated to medical device development and social contribution.
The new headquarters building "Hongo Business Office" has been completed. Fukuda Electronics' Hongo Business Office is starting anew in Hongo, Bunkyo Ward, the birthplace of the company.
Due to a review of the market classification of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, the company transitioned from the JASDAQ market to the Standard Market.
Celebrating its 85th anniversary. Since its founding in 1939, it has been committed to the social mission of contributing to the progress of medicine through the development of medical equipment as a specialized manufacturer. We will continue to dedicate ourselves to creating medical technology that can contribute to the health of people around the world with speedy responsiveness.
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News
8 ARTICLES
How to Apply AED Electrode Pads and Important Precautions
Explains in detail where and how to correctly apply AED electrode pads, along with important precautions. It also covers handling wet skin and body hair, avoiding the location of a pacemaker, and other steps involved in actual emergency procedures.
AEDs Can Be Used by Children! How to Use Them, the Process, and Important Points
An AED (Automated External Defibrillator) can be used on children, and it is essential to understand the correct usage tailored to their age and body size. This article explains the basic steps and precautions when using an AED on a child, and introduces key points to protect lives in emergencies.
Why Does Sudden Cardiac Death Occur During Sports? Causes and Countermeasures
Sudden cardiac death during sports activities can happen even among healthy young and middle-aged adults. The article explains the causes, sports most prone to occurrence, and preventive measures such as AED readiness, CPR training, EAP, and medical check-ups, and also introduces real-life rescue cases.
Recommended AED Placement and Standards
In preparation for sudden cardiac arrest, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare recommends installing AEDs in high-frequency, high-visibility locations such as stations, airports, schools, sports gyms, commercial facilities, and nursing homes. The article explains the installation criteria, primary target facilities, and effective placement locations.
Is there an obligation to install AEDs? Importance and placement criteria
While there is no legal requirement, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare recommends proactive installation in workplaces with many users, facilities with many elderly, and highly public places. The article clearly explains whether there is an obligation, reasons for installation, effective placement criteria, specific placement points, and post-installation precautions.
Can Pregnant Women Use an AED? Explanation of Resuscitation Steps and Precautions
Explains why it is safe to use an AED when a pregnant woman experiences cardiac arrest, and introduces the correct resuscitation steps. It summarizes key points for AED use and tips that help save both mother and child in an easy-to-understand manner.
What is a Bystander? The Importance of First Aid and Support Systems
A bystander refers to someone who is present at the scene of an accident or sudden illness, and their actions before the arrival of emergency services can significantly affect survival rates. The article outlines the steps for calling 119, how to proceed with first aid, and ways to handle legal responsibilities and psychological burdens.
Fukuda Electronics Featured in 'Job Yearbook 2025'
Fukuda Electronics Co., Ltd. announced that its product, the AED (Benheart C Series), has been included in the career education material for elementary and junior high school students, 'Job Yearbook 2025', published by Asahi Shimbun and Asahi Student Newspaper. The material introduces the overview and usage of the AED in a child-friendly manner, emphasizing the importance of first aid and fulfilling the social responsibility of a medical device manufacturer.
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National Tax Agency basic information7010001006880
Source: National Tax Agency Corporate Number Publication Site, basic three items