Satake
Privately held Japanese grain processing machinery manufacturer founded in 1896, producing rice milling machines, optical sorters, wheat milling equipment, and full plant systems. Serves rice mills, flour mills, food processors, and agricultural cooperatives in over 150 countries.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1896
- HeadquartersHigashi-hiroshima, Japan
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Satake does
Satake Corporation is a privately held Japanese manufacturer of grain processing machinery, founded in 1896 by Riichi Satake, who developed Japan's first power-driven rice milling machine. Headquartered in Higashi-Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, the company operates across five stated business sectors — Rice, Flour, Food, Environmental System, and Industrial Machinery — and sells capital equipment, modular full-plant systems, and aftermarket parts and services to rice mills, flour mills, food processors, agricultural cooperatives, coffee processors, and sake breweries. Satake's products are deployed in more than 150 countries through a wholly-owned subsidiary network that includes manufacturing operations in Japan, China, and Brazil and regional sales/service offices across Asia, North America, Latin America, Europe/Africa, and Oceania.
The company's core technology stack spans rice milling (SSW series with proprietary uniform internal pressure milling), wheat milling (via the Henry Simon brand revitalized through a 2015 strategic partnership with Alapala), maize and other grain milling, optical sorting (FMS2000 series and the 2026 SLASH series modular sorter using AI/machine vision), drying and storage systems, analytical equipment (including the first-authorized DNA Variety Identification System by the Japan Grain Inspection Association), and rice cooking systems (including the SILK high-pressurized IH rice cooker and 2000 tapioca-bran rinse-free rice technology). Notable installations include a state-of-the-art 135,000 tons/year rice mill for the Hokuren Federation of Agricultural Co-operatives. Recent launches (SSW80A, IFW10CF Constant Flow Weigher, SLASH modular sorter) extend the modular product family, while the April 2024 acquisition of DENSO's DE Engineers' Silo Division broadens storage and handling capabilities.
The business model is hardware-centric and quote-based: Satake sells industrial capital equipment and full turnkey plant systems (REACH modular rice plants) primarily through direct enterprise sales via its global subsidiary network, supported by participation in major food-processing and agricultural trade shows (FOOMA JAPAN, Victam Asia, FOODEX, Elders FarmFest, etc.). Revenue is generated from equipment sales, full-plant systems, and aftermarket parts and services; pricing is not publicly disclosed. The company remains family-influenced at the ownership level, with Kazuhisa Matsumoto serving as President and Representative Director since June 2021 following the death of Honorary Chairperson Toshiko Satake in October 2021.
Satake firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Satake
- Legal name
- Satake Corporation
- Website
- https://satake-group.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1896
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Short description
- Privately held Japanese grain processing machinery manufacturer founded in 1896, producing rice milling machines, optical sorters, wheat milling equipment, and full plant systems. Serves rice mills, flour mills, food processors, and agricultural cooperatives in over 150 countries.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Satake industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Grain Processing Machinery
- NAICS
- Food Product Machinery Manufacturing (333241), Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333111), Agricultural Implement Manufacturing (33311)
- SIC
- Farm Machinery & Equipment (3523), Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Agricultural Processing Equipment (On-farm) (IMAHACAL)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Shelling, Hulling & Dehusking Equipment (Rice Hullers, Nut Shellers) (AFAAAJAE), Rice & Grain Processing (milling, polishing, parboiling, blending) (AFAKABAE)
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Where Satake is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Higashi-hiroshima
- HQ country
- Japan
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices14 records
Markets served
Satake business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Grain Processing Machinery Sales: Sale of rice milling machines, wheat milling equipment, maize milling machines, optical sorters, analytical equipment, and other grain processing machinery. Products range from industrial-scale processing plants to small-scale equipment.
- Full Plant Systems: Complete rice processing systems and full plant solutions including REACH modular plant systems, installation, and commissioning services for large-scale rice mills.
- After-Sales Services and Spare Parts: Maintenance, spare parts, and technical support services for installed equipment and processing plants.
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels5 records
Satake product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Satake Corporation manufactures and sells grain processing machinery including rice milling machines, wheat/flour milling equipment, maize milling equipment, optical sorting systems, drying and storage equipment, analytical instruments, and complete turnkey rice processing plant systems. The company also provides rice cooking systems, sake rice milling equipment, coffee processing equipment, pellet sorters, and after-sales maintenance and spare parts services to food processors, rice mills, flour mills, and agricultural cooperatives globally.
Product overview
Satake is a global leader in grain processing machinery with over 130 years of history, offering a comprehensive portfolio of products organized into distinct business sectors: Rice Sector, Flour Sector, Food Sector, Environmental System Sector, and Industrial Machinery Sector. The core product portfolio includes rice milling machines (SSW series with SSW60A, SSW80A, SSW100A), optical sorting equipment using AI and machine vision technology, wheat and maize milling equipment, drying and storage systems, analytical equipment, rice cooking systems (including high-pressurized IH rice cookers SILK), and full plant solutions through the REACH modular rice processing system. Additional offerings include sake rice milling equipment (EDB/DB series), coffee processing equipment, pellet sorters, and analysis services. The Henry Simon brand represents flour milling technology through partnership with Alapala. Recent 2026 launches include the SLASH series modular optical sorter, SSW80A rice milling machine, and Constant Flow Weigher IFW10CF.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- REACH: Full Plant System - modular rice processing plant system
- Henry Simon
- SSW Series (Satake Spiral Whitener)
- IFW10CF
- SENBETSU
Products and services
- Rice Milling Equipment
- SSW Series Rice Milling Machines SSW series (SSW60A, SSW80A, SSW100A) SATAKE SPIRAL WHITENER rice milling machines featuring uniform internal pressure milling technology for gentle and efficient rice processing with improved head rice yield. Designed for rice mills seeking higher head rice yield and lower power consumption.
- Wheat Milling Equipment Industrial wheat milling machinery for flour production processing wheat into various grades of flour. Used by flour mills and wheat processing facilities.
- Maize and Other Grain Milling Equipment Milling equipment for maize and other grains including grinding, crushing and processing operations. Designed for maize and specialty grain processing facilities.
- Optical Sorting Equipment Optical sorting machines using AI and machine vision for automatic removal of defective grains, foreign materials, and discolored particles from rice, coffee, and other agricultural products. Targets rice processors, coffee roasters, and food quality control operations.
- SLASH Series Modular Optical Sorter Modular optical sorter with flexible configuration for sorting and processing applications, globally launched in April 2026. Designed for rice processors and food processors requiring modular optical sorting solutions.
- Constant Flow Weigher IFW10CF Compact high-speed constant flow weigher for precise grain weight measurement and stable discharge control, designed for high-precision blending and material handling management with RS422A and Modbus TCP/IP communication interfaces. For grain processing plants and rice mills.
- Drying and Storage Equipment Grain drying and storage systems for post-harvest processing including drying machines and storage silos. Used by rice mills, flour mills, and grain processing facilities.
- Analytical Equipment Testing and analytical equipment including rice quality analysis machines, GABA measuring devices, and test milling equipment. Used by rice processors, quality control laboratories, and research institutions.
- Rice Cooking Systems Industrial rice cooking equipment including high-pressurized IH rice cookers (SILK), rinse-free rice production systems, and IH cooking systems. For food service operations, centralized kitchens, and food processing companies.
- REACH Rice Processing System and Full Plant System REACH is a modular rice processing system and full plant solution offering complete rice milling line configurations from cleaning to packing. Pre-assembled modular rice milling plants for large-scale rice processing operations and rice mill operators.
- Sake Rice Milling Equipment (EDB and DB Series) Specialized rice milling equipment for sake brewing including the EDB series and DB series machines enabling precision polishing for premium sake production. Uses Low Aspect Ratio (LAR) milling technology for sake rice, producing flat saucer shape rice. For sake breweries producing Ginjo and Dai-Ginjo grades.
- Coffee Processing Equipment Optical sorters and processing equipment specifically designed for coffee bean sorting and quality control. Includes FMS2000 series optical sorters with shape sorting function. For coffee roasters and processors.
- Pellet Sorter Sorting equipment for plastic pellets and other small materials using optical detection technology. For plastics manufacturers and recycling operations.
- Henry Simon Flour Milling Technology Flour milling technology brand revitalized through partnership with Alapala, offering complete wheat milling solutions for flour mills. Heritage brand with modern capabilities.
- Analysis Service Rice analysis services including variety analysis, pesticide residue analysis, and mycotoxin analysis for quality control. Laboratory service for rice processors, food companies, and agricultural cooperatives.
Quantifiable outcome
- SSW series improves head rice yield by maintaining stable and uniform pressure, directly enhancing product value and overall milling profitability
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Satake
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Satake technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability2 records
Feature6 records
Satake partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- My PlantCominorCollaboration in oat products development, expanding Satake's presence in the alternative grains processing segment.
- Centreline EngineeringminorAgency agreement for distribution of Satake products in Australia, expanding local market coverage.
- LAMICOminorJoint R&D project for development of new grain processing technologies and solutions.
- IFST (Institute of Food Science and Technology), ChinaminorComprehensive technical cooperation agreement for food science and technology research and development in China.
- Mazda Motor CorporationminorCo-development of paint removal technology for car bumper recycling, demonstrating Satake's expansion into recycling and environmental technology.
- AlapalacoreStrategic partnership with Alapala, a Turkish flour milling machinery manufacturer, for the revival and co-development of the Henry Simon flour milling technology brand. This partnership combines Satake's rice processing expertise with Alapala's flour milling capabilities.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves10 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Satake competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Bühler Group: Swiss-based global leader in grain processing, rice milling, flour milling, optical sorting (SORTEX), and complete plant engineering. Directly comparable to Satake across rice, wheat, and maize milling equipment for industrial customers worldwide.
- Alapala: Turkish flour milling machinery manufacturer and Satake's strategic partner on the Henry Simon brand revival. Directly comparable in wheat/flour milling equipment and competes for the same industrial flour mill customers.
- Milltec Machinery: India-based rice processing and grain handling equipment manufacturer. Directly competes with Satake's rice milling, cleaning, sorting, and paddy processing equipment, particularly across South and Southeast Asian markets.
- Fowler Westrup: India-based post-harvest grain processing equipment supplier offering rice milling, flour milling, seed processing, and material handling solutions. Comparable product portfolio to Satake in rice and grain processing for emerging markets.
- Cimbria (AGCO): Danish grain handling, drying, and seed processing equipment manufacturer (part of AGCO). Directly comparable in grain cleaning, drying, conveying, and storage equipment used by grain processors and rice mills.
Broad incumbents
- PETKUS Technologie: German-headquartered specialist in seed and grain processing equipment, including cleaning, sorting, and optical sorting. Comparable in optical sorting technology and broader grain handling machinery, with a focus on seed conditioning.
- GSI (Grain Systems Inc.): Global manufacturer of grain storage bins, conditioning equipment, and material handling systems. Comparable in the grain storage and drying portion of Satake's portfolio, serving large commercial grain operations.
- Yanmar Agribusiness: Japanese agricultural machinery manufacturer with rice processing and post-harvest equipment. Comparable as a Japanese-headquartered competitor in the rice and grain processing machinery market, with broader farm machinery exposure.
- Kubota Corporation: Major Japanese agricultural equipment manufacturer with rice-related machinery and processing solutions. Comparable as a domestic Japanese peer competing across agricultural value chains including rice processing and post-harvest.
Others
- Henry Simon Milling: Historic flour milling technology brand revitalized through the Satake-Alapala partnership. Acts as both a Satake sub-brand and an indirect competitive channel in flour milling, relevant for assessing Satake's wheat milling strategy.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Satake social profiles
Digital presenceSatake compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance2 records
Satake financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Satake leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Satake subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries21 records
Satake funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Satake M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Satake
What does Satake do?
Satake Corporation manufactures and sells grain processing machinery including rice milling machines, wheat/flour milling equipment, maize milling equipment, optical sorting systems, drying and storage equipment, analytical instruments, and complete turnkey rice processing plant systems. The company also provides rice cooking systems, sake rice milling equipment, coffee processing equipment, pellet sorters, and after-sales maintenance and spare parts services to food processors, rice mills, flour mills, and agricultural cooperatives globally.
Is Satake a public or private company?
Satake is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Satake founded?
Satake was founded in 1896. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is Satake based?
Satake is headquartered in Higashi-hiroshima, Japan, in the Asia region.
How does Satake make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Grain Processing Machinery Sales are the primary driver. The others are full Plant Systems and after-Sales Services and Spare Parts.
Who are Satake's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Bühler Group, Alapala, Milltec Machinery, Fowler Westrup and Cimbria (AGCO). Broad incumbents are PETKUS Technologie, GSI (Grain Systems Inc.), Yanmar Agribusiness and Kubota Corporation. Henry Simon Milling is listed as an others.
Does Satake have an API?
No public API is recorded for Satake.
What industry is Satake in?
Satake's product category is Grain Processing Machinery. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHACAL, Agricultural Processing Equipment (On-farm), with a secondary code of AFAAAJAE, Shelling, Hulling & Dehusking Equipment (Rice Hullers, Nut Shellers). Its NAICS code is 333241 and its SIC code is 3523.