Yaskawa America

What Yaskawa America does

Yaskawa America, Inc., founded in 1967 and headquartered in Waukegan, Illinois, is the North American subsidiary of Yaskawa Electric Corporation (Japan) and operates as a leading global manufacturer of variable frequency drives (VFDs), servo systems, machine controllers, and industrial robots. The company runs two operating divisions: the Drives & Motion Division and the Motoman Robotics Division, with 501-1000 US employees and additional staff in Canada (Yaskawa Canada Inc., Montreal and Calgary) and Colombia (Variadores SAS, acquired March 2026). It sells across twelve primary verticals including Industrial Manufacturing, Robotics and Automation, HVAC and Building Automation, Water and Wastewater, Data Centers, Semiconductor and Electronics, Food and Beverage, Oil/Gas/Petroleum, Mining, Solar, Elevators and Escalators, and Logistics/E-commerce, with BABA-compliant products enabling federal procurement eligibility.

The product portfolio spans industrial AC drives (GA800, GA501, GA500, A1000, U1000 MATRIX), HVAC drives (HV600, Z1000U), iQpump drives (iQpump605), elevator drives (L1000A), and medium-voltage drives (MV1000), with motor power ranging from microdrives (1/6 HP) to 2250 HP. Servo offerings include the Sigma-X, Sigma-7, and Sigma-5 families with matching SERVOPACKs, complemented by the iCube Control platform (iC9200 controller) and Compass 2 CNC software. The Motoman robotics line includes GP Series articulated robots, SG Series SCARA robots, MPP Series delta robots, and the MotoMini. Integration is enabled through embedded and optional support for BACnet, LonWorks, APOGEE FLN, Metasys N2, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, Modbus TCP/IP/RTU, and MECHATROLINK-II/III/4, plus proprietary software tools (DriveWizard Industrial, DriveWizard Mobile, DriveWorksEZ, iCube Engineer, MotionWorks IEC).

The business model combines direct field sales for enterprise customers with a multi-tier channel network of regional distributors, Drives Specialists, and Motion Sales Engineers across the Americas. Revenue is generated through hardware sales (drives, servos, robots, controllers) and software/support services (commissioning tools, training, field service, repair). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with multi-year enterprise contracts. GTM motions span enterprise field sales, channel partners, and event-driven engagement (notably the Automate trade show). The company was recognized in 2025 with an Outstanding CX Award and in 2023 with a Consulting-Specifying Engineer Product of the Year Gold Award (HV600 UL Type 12 Narrow Electronic Bypass).

Name

Yaskawa America

Legal name

Yaskawa America, Inc.

Website

https://yaskawa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Yaskawa America, Inc., the North American subsidiary of Japan's Yaskawa Electric Corporation, manufactures variable frequency drives, servo systems, machine controllers, and industrial robots for factory automation, HVAC, water/wastewater, data centers, and warehouse logistics across the Americas.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation Equipment

NAICS

Speed Changer, Industrial High-Speed Drive, and Gear Manufacturing (333612), Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513)

SIC

Motors & Generators (3621), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560)

akta.pro primary industry

Motion Control Components (Servos, Drives, Motors, Encoders) (IMAHAHAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Motion & Machine Control (CNC, Robotics Controllers, Servo/Motion Controllers) (IMAGABAG), Spindles & High-Speed Drives (Machine Tool Spindles, High-speed Motors) (IMAGACAL)

Keywords

• Industrial variable frequency drives
• Servo motion systems
• Industrial robotics automation
• HVAC fan pump drives
• Machine motion controllers

Headquarters

HQ city

Waukegan

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Industrial Automation Equipment Sales: Yaskawa America generates revenue through the sale of variable frequency drives, servo systems, machine controllers, industrial robots, and related automation equipment. The company sells standard products as well as tailor-made solutions directly and through channel partners.
2. Software and Support Services: Revenue from software tools (DriveWizard, Compass 2, etc.), technical training, field service, repair, and startup support services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Yaskawa America designs, manufactures, and sells industrial automation equipment through its Drives & Motion Division and Motoman Robotics Division. Its product lines include variable frequency drives (VFDs), servo systems and SERVOPACKs, machine controllers, and industrial robots, sold alongside complementary software tools (Compass 2, DriveWizard, DriveWorksEZ) and supported by a regional distributor network, technical training, and field service.

Product overview

Yaskawa America is a leading global manufacturer of variable frequency drives, servo systems, machine controllers, and industrial robots under the Yaskawa and Motoman brands. The company's product portfolio is organized into two main divisions: the Drives & Motion Division (covering industrial AC drives, HVAC drives, iQpump drives, elevator drives, medium voltage drives, servo products, and machine controllers) and the Motoman Robotics Division (offering articulated robots, SCARA robots, delta robots, and miniature robots). Key drive families include the GA Series (GA800, GA501, GA500) for general purpose and microdrive applications, the HV600 and Z1000 Series for HVAC building automation, the iQpump family for water pumping, and the U1000 MATRIX Series for low harmonic and regenerative solutions. Servo products span the Sigma-X, Sigma-7, and Sigma-5 families with matching SERVOPACKs. The iCube Control platform with iC9200 controllers and Compass 2 CNC software provides machine control capabilities. The company also offers warehouse robotics solutions including PackMaster cell and layer picker palletizing systems. Integration is enabled through embedded and optional network protocols including BACnet, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus, and MECHATROLINK families.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Motoman: Yaskawa's robotic arms and industrial robot brand, offering part positioners and easy-to-program controllers for automation applications.
• Solectria
• DriveWizard

Products and services

• GA800 Drive Premium performance vector drive with mobile device connectivity, high-resolution display, and exceptional torque production up to 1000HP, for industrial general purpose applications.
• GA501 Drive Industrial AC microdrive with embedded dual-port Ethernet supporting EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, and PROFINET, up to 40 HP.
• GA500 Drive Industrial AC microdrive combining simplicity and flexibility with highly reliable performance, up to 40 HP.
• U1000 Industrial MATRIX Drive Low harmonic, regenerative, high performance vector drive up to 800HP providing an all-in-one solution for power quality and energy savings.
• A1000 Drive Full-featured high performance vector drive up to 1000HP with network communications, feedback, and expandable I/O.
• FP605 Fan & Pump Drive Versatile industrial fan and pump drive for variable torque applications with enhanced variable torque control up to 600 HP.
• HV600 Drive HVAC variable frequency drive for building automation applications, 3-250 HP, with embedded BACnet communications and multiple enclosure options including UL Type 12.
• Z1000U Matrix Drive HVAC matrix drive with ultra-low harmonic distortion exceeding IEEE 519 requirements at the drive input terminals, 7.5-350 HP.
• iQpump605 Intelligent Pump Drive Intelligent pump drive for constant pressure, flow, booster systems, and lift stations; available in UL Type 1, 12, or 3R cabinets.
• L1000A Elevator Drive Commercial elevator drive with keypad interface and elevator-dedicated programming for vertical transportation applications.
• MV1000 Medium Voltage Drive Medium voltage drive for industrial applications with a wide variety of HP and voltage options.
• iC9200 Machine Controller High-performance machine controller for demanding applications, part of the iCube Control platform that combines industrial PC scalability with real-time motion and logic control.
• Sigma-X Servo System Latest high performance servo system with rotary, direct drive, and linear servo motors and matching SERVOPACKs.
• Sigma-7 Servo System High performance servo system with rotary, direct drive, and linear servo motors and matching SERVOPACKs.
• GP Series Articulated Robots Industrial articulated robots including GP7, GP8, GP12, and GP25 models for factory automation applications such as welding, material handling, and palletizing.
• SG Series SCARA Robots SCARA robots including SG400 and SG650 for precision assembly and pick-and-place applications.
• MPP Series Delta Robots Delta robots including MPP3S and MPP3H for high-speed pick-and-place operations.
• MotoMini Miniature robot for compact workspace automation applications.
• Robotic Warehouse Solutions (PackMaster Cell and Layer Picker Palletizing System) Warehouse automation solution combining the PackMaster cell for case picking and a layer picker palletizing system, capable of processing 800-1,200 cases per hour with up to 130 single-SKU layers, for 3PLs, e-commerce fulfillment operators, and warehouse operators.
• Compass 2 CNC Software CNC software solution for the iCube Control platform that combines industrial PC scalability for user interface and path planning with real-time motion and logic control of the iC9200 controller.
• DriveWizard Industrial Windows-based PC software tool for commissioning, troubleshooting, parameter management, and configuration of Yaskawa industrial drives.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy savings through variable frequency drives compared to mechanical control methods
• +2 more outcomes

Segments12 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration23 records

AI capability4 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Novarc Technologies Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 June 2026Strategic Memorandum of Understanding to integrate Novarc's AI-powered adaptive welding intelligence platform (NovAI) with Yaskawa's six-axis robotic systems. The partnership aims to deliver autonomous, high-precision welding capabilities across industries including structural steel, heavy equipment, data centers, agriculture, mining, and modular construction. The integrated NovAI Autonomy solution on the Yaskawa YRC1000 robot will be unveiled at the Automate trade show in Chicago.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Siemens: Siemens offers SINAMICS drives, SIMOTION servo/motion controllers, and SIMATIC PLCs as part of a much broader digital industries portfolio, overlapping with Yaskawa's drives and motion but extending into software and lifecycle services.
• Schneider Electric: Schneider's Altivar drives, Lexium servos, and EcoStruxure automation platform compete across industrial drives, motion, and building automation—overlapping with Yaskawa's HV600/Z1000U HVAC and industrial drive lines.

Direct peers

• KUKA: KUKA supplies industrial robots and automation cells, competing directly with Motoman in automotive, metalworking, and general manufacturing robotics applications.
• FANUC: FANUC is a leading global supplier of industrial robots and CNC systems, directly competing with Yaskawa's Motoman articulated, SCARA, and delta robot families in factory automation.
• ABB: ABB's Motion business offers low- and medium-voltage drives, servo motors, and industrial robots that compete head-to-head with Yaskawa's drives, servos, and Motoman robots across factory automation and HVAC.
• Parker Hannifin: Parker's Electromechanical & Drives division (formerly Meggitt) supplies servo motors, drives, and linear motion products that overlap with Yaskawa's Sigma servo and AC drive portfolio in industrial automation.
• Mitsubishi Electric: Mitsubishi's Factory Automation division sells variable frequency drives, servo systems, and MELFA industrial robots, directly mirroring Yaskawa's portfolio across discrete and process automation.
• Rockwell Automation: Rockwell's Allen-Bradley drives (PowerFlex), motion control, and integrated control platforms compete with Yaskawa's drives, Sigma servos, and iCube controllers in North American factory automation.
• Omron: Omron's Automation portfolio includes AC drives, motion controllers, and SCARA/articulated robots, overlapping with Yaskawa's mid-range drives, motion control, and robotics offerings.
• Beckhoff Automation: Beckhoff's PC-based control, EtherCAT-driven drives (AX5000), and servo motors compete with Yaskawa's iCube Control platform and Sigma servos in machine builders and motion-centric applications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/yaskawa
• YouTubeyoutube.com/YaskawaYEA
• Facebookfacebook.com/YaskawaAmericaInc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/yaskawa-america-inc

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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