Kitamura Machinery
Kitamura Machinery is a Japanese-founded, family-owned manufacturer (founded 1933) of high-precision CNC machining centers — horizontal, vertical, double column, and 5-axis — sold globally to aerospace, medical, automotive, and die/mold manufacturers via a 25+ dealer network and direct regional offices.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1933
- HeadquartersWheeling, United States
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Kitamura Machinery does
Kitamura Machinery Co., Ltd. is a Japanese-founded, family-owned (third generation) manufacturer of high-precision CNC machining centers, established in 1933 in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture. The company designs and builds four main product families — horizontal (Mycenter-HXiG series), vertical (Mycenter-XVII and Super Micron), double column (Bridgecenter), and 5-axis (Mytrunnion, MedCenter, Supercell) machining centers — all powered by its proprietary Arumatik-Mi CNC control system. Core technology emphasizes Meehanite cast iron construction, hand-scraped precision fits achieving ±0.002mm full stroke accuracy without electronic compensation, patented twin ballscrew/dual feedback systems, multi-step gear-driven spindles up to 30,000 rpm, and modular automation including pallet pools expandable to 120+ pallets and tool magazines up to 314 tools. The portfolio holds 408+ patents globally.
The company operates a capital equipment business model selling machines ranging from compact mid-size to extra-large platforms via quote-based pricing through a 25+ dealer North American distribution network and direct regional headquarters in Mt. Prospect (Americas), Düsseldorf (EMEA), Jinan (China), and a Singapore Technical Center, supported by a $33M global parts inventory and 98% on-time delivery. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales, recurring spare parts, and service/training/applications engineering. Target end markets span aerospace & defense, die & mold, medical device manufacturing, automotive, telecommunications, and tool & die — with 35,000+ machine bases installed worldwide over 92 years of continuous operation. R&D investment has been recognized by multiple Japanese government awards, including the 2023 MEXT award for CAD-data-driven automatic machining and the 2001 Imperial Invention Prize.
Kitamura Machinery firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Kitamura Machinery
- Legal name
- Kitamura Machinery Co., Ltd.
- Website
- https://kitamura-machinery.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1933
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Kitamura Machinery is a Japanese-founded, family-owned manufacturer (founded 1933) of high-precision CNC machining centers — horizontal, vertical, double column, and 5-axis — sold globally to aerospace, medical, automotive, and die/mold manufacturers via a 25+ dealer network and direct regional offices.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Kitamura Machinery industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial CNC Machining Centers
- NAICS
- Machine Tool Manufacturing (333517), Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (33351), Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (3332)
- SIC
- Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (3541), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment, Nec (3569)
- akta.pro primary industry
- CNC Machine Tools (Turning, Milling, Machining Centers) (IMAHADAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Industrial Controllers & Control Systems (PLCs, PACs, CNC Controllers) (IMAHAHAH), Motion & Machine Control (CNC, Robotics Controllers, Servo/Motion Controllers) (IMAGABAG), Motion Control Controllers & CNC/Robot Drives (Motion Controllers, Multi-axis) (IMAGACAH)
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Where Kitamura Machinery is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Wheeling
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices9 records
Markets served
Kitamura Machinery business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Machining Center Hardware Sales: Sale of capital equipment — horizontal, vertical, double column, and 5-axis CNC machining centers. One-time capital sale per machine unit with long sales cycles targeting industrial manufacturers. Machines range from compact mid-size to extra-large capacity models, with pricing dependent on specifications, automation options, and spindle configuration.
- Spare Parts & Replacement Components: Sale of spare parts and replacement components from global parts inventory ($33M total — $10M Japan, $10M Europe, $13M US). Includes over 125 spare spindles maintained in stock. Supports machines from the 1980s to present, achieving 98% on-time delivery.
- Service, Training & Applications Engineering: Factory-trained technician support, applications engineering, operator training, installation guidance, and troubleshooting support provided through the global distributor network. Continuous training programs for distributor engineers.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Capital Equipment — Configurator-Based |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels8 records
Kitamura Machinery product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Kitamura Machinery designs, manufactures, and sells precision CNC machining centers — horizontal, vertical, double column, and 5-axis platforms — built in Japan with Meehanite cast iron construction, hand-scraped precision fits, and the proprietary Arumatik-Mi CNC control. Machines are configured with modular automation systems (pallet changers, tool magazines) and sold through a global network of authorized distributors and direct regional offices to industrial manufacturers in aerospace, die/mold, automotive, and medical device industries.
Product overview
Kitamura Machinery is a Japanese manufacturer of precision machining centers offering four main product families: Horizontal Machining Centers (HXiG-Series including Mycenter-HX250iG through HX1250G), Vertical Machining Centers (Mycenter-Super Micron through 5XVII, including Sparkchanger models), Double Column Machining Centers (Bridgecenter-6G through 12G, plus Jigcenter-5G), and 5-Axis Machining Centers (including vertical Mytrunnion-4G/5G/7G, MedCenter5AX, Mycenter-3XVTII, and horizontal Supercell-300G/400G). All machines are powered by Kitamura's proprietary Arumatik-Mi CNC control system, which features touchscreen operation, Super Smooth Surface control, and intelligent thermal compensation. The company emphasizes Japanese manufacturing quality with Meehanite cast construction, hand-scraped precision fitting, and modular automation systems including pallet pools and tool magazines that are field-expandable.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Mycenter: Product line of horizontal, vertical, and 5-axis machining centers (e.g., Mycenter-HX250iG, Mycenter-3XVII, Mytrunnion-4G)
- Bridgecenter
- Jigcenter
- Supercell
- MedCenter
- Arumatik-Mi
- Mytrunnion
Products and services
- Mycenter-HX250iG Horizontal Machining Center Ultra-compact high-speed horizontal machining center with 4-axis capability, 15,000rpm spindle (optional 30,000rpm), 40-tool capacity expandable to 102 tools, and world-leading 60m/min rapid feed rates on double roller linear guides.
- Mycenter-HX300iG/400 Horizontal Machining Center Compact mid-sized #40 taper horizontal machining center with 15,000rpm spindle (optional 30,000), Meehanite cast construction, ballscrew cooling, IAC system, and scale feedback on all axes for high production precision machining.
- Mycenter-HX400iG/500 Horizontal Machining Center Mid-size horizontal machining center delivering world-leading 400mm class performance with solid box way design, ultra-high precision, 60m/min rapid feed rates, and automation-ready modular pallet and tool systems.
- Mycenter-HX500iG/630 #40 Horizontal Machining Center Large capacity horizontal machining center with #40 taper, 20,000rpm 4-step gear driven dual contact spindle, patented twin ballscrew technology in X/Y axes, and up to 21 APC tool capacity.
- Mycenter-HX500iG/630 #50 Horizontal Machining Center Heavy-duty horizontal machining center with #50 taper, 54 HP motor, 12,000rpm 4-step gear driven dual contact spindle, and rock-solid box way construction for large parts with extensive material removal requirements.
- Mycenter-HX630G/800 #40 Horizontal Machining Center Large capacity horizontal machining center for highly accurate close-tolerance machining of large components, featuring solid box way construction, hand-scraped mating surfaces, 30HP 20,000rpm spindle, and twin ballscrews in X, Y & Z axes.
- Mycenter-HX630G/800 #50 Horizontal Machining Center Heavy-duty horizontal machining center for high-value close-tolerance machining of large components with 54HP 12,000rpm 4-step gear driven dual contact spindle and superior design for heavy-duty parts.
- Mycenter-HX800G/1000 Horizontal Machining Center Heavy-duty horizontal machining center with induction hardened solid box way design, offering up to 1226N·m cutting torque for complex large part machining, with 60-inch diameter work envelope capacity.
- Mycenter-HX1250G Horizontal Machining Center Extra-large horizontal machining center with travels of 80.3" X 53.1" Z, maximum workpiece diameter of 80.7" x 61" high, featuring massive 57,320kg Meehanite cast construction and up to 126,000lb table capacity.
- Mycenter-Super Micron Vertical Machining Center Ultra-high precision vertical machining center utilizing mirror-finished box way design with exceptional dampening characteristics and jig borer-level accuracies (±0.0005mm positioning), ideal for medical/dental, mold, hard milling, and tool & die applications.
- Mycenter-3020G Vertical Machining Center World-class vertical machining center with thick-walled Meehanite cast construction, zero-overhang X-axis design, 20,000rpm 4-step gear driven dual contact spindle, and 50m/min feed rates for optimum efficiency and precision.
- Mycenter-3020G Sparkchanger Vertical Machining Center High-speed vertical machining center with 180-degree rotating 2-pallet automatic changer for maximum production, allowing operators to load/unload pallets while machining, with ballscrew cooling and IAC system.
- Mycenter-2XVII Sparkchanger Vertical Machining Center Vertical machining center with high-speed 2-station automatic pallet changer, IAC System 1 thermal compensation, 41HP 15,000rpm dual contact spindle, 40-tool ATC, and ultra-compact space-saving footprint.
- Mycenter-3XVII Vertical Machining Center Ultra-compact 30" x 20" vertical machining center with 41HP 15,000rpm dual contact spindle, class-leading 30-tool ATC, and Arumatik-Mi control offering up to 16X faster processing speeds.
- Mycenter-4XVII Vertical Machining Center 40" x 20" vertical machining center with powerful 41HP 15,000rpm dual contact spindle, 40-tool ATC minimizing interruptions, scraper type chip conveyor, and user-friendly Arumatik-Mi control.
- Mycenter-5XVII Vertical Machining Center Large capacity vertical machining center with expanded 50" x 28" table and 40-tool ATC, featuring 41HP 15,000rpm dual contact spindle, advanced chip management system, and high-speed Arumatik-Mi control.
- Bridgecenter-6G #40 Double Column Machining Center High-precision double column vertical machining center with 60.2" X 43.1" Y-axis travel, #40 20,000rpm 4-step geared spindle, ideal for die/mold, aerospace, and defense industries requiring large long parts.
- Bridgecenter-6G #50 Double Column Machining Center High-precision double column vertical machining center with #50 taper 12,000rpm spindle, extra-long Y-axis travel, and ±0.002mm positioning accuracy for heavy-duty mold cutting and tight-tolerance parts.
- Bridgecenter-8G #40 Double Column Machining Center
Quantifiable outcome
- Positioning accuracy ±0.001mm–±0.002mm full stroke, repeatability ±0.0005mm–±0.001mm without electronic compensation — achieved through hand scraping and precision machine design.
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Companies that use Kitamura Machinery
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Kitamura Machinery technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration1 record
AI capability1 record
Feature10 records
Kitamura Machinery partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
25 partnerships are on record, tiered regional, core and innovation.
- Kitamura Machinery Co., LTD — Czech Republic Technical CenterregionalFirst-of-its-kind Technical Center opened in the Czech Republic in May 2019, expanding Kitamura's European presence and providing demonstration, training, and technical support capabilities in Central Europe.
- Allendale Machinery SystemsregionalAuthorized Kitamura distributor covering Northern New Jersey and Eastern New York. Based in Upper Saddle River, NJ.
- BC MacDonald & Company, LLCregionalAuthorized Kitamura distributor covering Southern Illinois, Missouri, and Kansas. Based in St. Louis, MO.
- Campat Machine Tool, Inc.regionalAuthorized distributor with three locations: Plano, TX (AR, OK, TX territory), Clearwater, FL (FL except panhandle), and Elgin, IL (Northern IL). Part of the CNC PROS family.
- Concept Machine Wisconsin, LLCregionalAuthorized distributor covering Michigan Upper Peninsula and Eastern Wisconsin. Based in Delafield, WI.
- CNC PROS, LLCregionalAuthorized distributor covering Arizona and Utah (Phoenix, AZ) and Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico (Denver, CO).
- Concept Machine Tool Minnesota, LLCregionalAuthorized distributor covering Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Western Wisconsin. Based in Minneapolis, MN.
- Great Lakes Machinery Acquisition, Inc.regionalAuthorized distributor covering Upstate New York. Based in Lancaster, NY.
- HART Machine ToolregionalAuthorized distributor covering Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Florida Panhandle. Based in Tuscumbia, AL.
- H&S Machine Tools, LLCregionalAuthorized exclusive representative covering Arkansas and Louisiana. Based in Broussard, LA.
- Hogue Precision Machinery, Inc.regionalAuthorized distributor covering Washington and Oregon. Based in Sparks, NV.
- Jaguar Advanced Machine ToolregionalAuthorized distributor covering Northern California and Western Nevada. Based in Fremont, CA.
- JBM Technologies, Inc. (East)regionalAuthorized distributor covering Delaware, Maryland, Southern New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Based in Ivyland, PA.
- JBM Technologies of Ohio, LLCregionalAuthorized distributor covering Northern Ohio. Based in Willoughby, OH.
- King Machine, Inc.regionalAuthorized distributor covering Idaho and Montana. Based in Meridian, ID.
- Machinery Sales Co., LLCregionalAuthorized distributor covering Southern California. Based in City of Industry, CA.
- Machinery Solutions, Inc.regionalAuthorized distributor covering North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Based in Lexington, SC.
- Next Industries, Inc.regionalAuthorized distributor covering Indiana, Kentucky, and Michigan. Based in Shelby Township, MI.
- Packard Machinery Company, Inc.regionalAuthorized distributor covering Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Based in Westford, MA.
- Superior Equipment SolutionsregionalAuthorized distributor covering Southern Ohio and Northern Kentucky. Based in Franklin, OH.
- DiPaolo Machine Tools, Ltd.regionalAuthorized distributor covering all provinces of Canada. Based in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.
- Hi-Tec CNC Maquinaria Mexico SA DE CVregionalAuthorized distributor covering Mexico. Based in Tlalnepantla de Baz, State of Mexico.
- Intertech Worldwide CorporationregionalAuthorized distributor covering Brazil, Peru, Chile, and Argentina. Based in Boca Raton, FL, USA.
- RenishawcoreRenishaw's on-machine probing technology (Set & Inspect) is integrated as standard into the Arumatik-Mi CNC control. The intuitive interface guides operators through probe cycle creation and automatically generates machine code — no probing experience or machine code knowledge required.
- NTT DoCoMoinnovationIn a groundbreaking collaboration, Kitamura and NTT DoCoMo launched the 'Kitamura Innovation Factory' at the Japan Head Office and Works. This initiative promoted the Auto Part Producer software — a tool enabling users with no prior machining experience to easily process parts using cloud connectivity, lowering barriers to advanced manufacturing.
Scale indicators7 records
Recent moves11 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Kitamura Machinery competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Makino Milling Machine Co., Ltd. Japanese manufacturer of horizontal, vertical, and 5-axis CNC machining centers serving aerospace, die/mold, and medical. Closely comparable in product line, vertical focus, and Japanese precision-engineering heritage.
- Okuma Corporation: Major Japanese builder of CNC lathes, machining centers, and multitasking machines with proprietary OSP CNC controls — directly comparable on CNC platform ownership and aerospace/automotive customer base.
- Mazak Corporation (Yamazaki Mazak): World-leading Japanese manufacturer of horizontal/vertical/5-axis machining centers with SmoothAi/MAZATROL controls. Directly overlaps Kitamura's horizontal machining center, 5-axis, and automation product lines.
- DMG MORI: Global Japanese-German CNC machine tool leader offering horizontal, vertical, 5-axis, and turn-mill machining centers. Closest large-scale direct competitor across Kitamura's full product range.
- GF Machining Solutions: Swiss-based supplier of milling, EDM, and laser texturing machine tools, with strong positions in aerospace and medical — directly competing with Kitamura in high-precision 5-axis and die/mold markets.
Broad incumbents
- Haas Automation: Largest US-based CNC machine tool builder focused on vertical machining centers and turning centers at lower price points. Comparable in product category but targets a broader, more price-sensitive customer base than Kitamura's premium niche.
- Doosan Machine Tools (DN Solutions): Korean CNC machine tool maker offering horizontal, vertical, and 5-axis machining centers. Comparable on product offering with broader, more value-tier positioning than Kitamura's premium precision focus.
- Hyundai WIA: Korean manufacturer of CNC machining centers, lathes, and automotive production lines. Comparable in vertical/horizontal machining centers and aerospace/automotive customer base but at broader, more industrial scale.
Emerging players
- Nakamura-Tome Precision Industry: Japanese specialist in multitasking turning/milling centers with proprietary controls; overlaps Kitamura in multi-axis precision machining and Japanese quality brand positioning.
Regional players
- Tongtai (TTGroup): Taiwanese CNC machining center and turn-mill manufacturer with global distribution. Comparable product portfolio (horizontal/vertical/5-axis) but primarily serves Asia and value-tier segments outside Kitamura's premium niche.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Kitamura Machinery leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Kitamura Machinery subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries3 records
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Frequently asked questions about Kitamura Machinery
What does Kitamura Machinery do?
Kitamura Machinery designs, manufactures, and sells precision CNC machining centers — horizontal, vertical, double column, and 5-axis platforms — built in Japan with Meehanite cast iron construction, hand-scraped precision fits, and the proprietary Arumatik-Mi CNC control. Machines are configured with modular automation systems (pallet changers, tool magazines) and sold through a global network of authorized distributors and direct regional offices to industrial manufacturers in aerospace, die/mold, automotive, and medical device industries.
Is Kitamura Machinery a public or private company?
Kitamura Machinery is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Kitamura Machinery founded?
Kitamura Machinery was founded in 1933. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Kitamura Machinery based?
Kitamura Machinery is headquartered in Wheeling, United States, in the North America region.
How does Kitamura Machinery make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Machining Center Hardware Sales are the primary driver. The others are spare Parts & Replacement Components and service, Training & Applications Engineering.
Who are Kitamura Machinery's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Makino Milling Machine Co., Ltd., Okuma Corporation, Mazak Corporation (Yamazaki Mazak), DMG MORI and GF Machining Solutions. Broad incumbents are Haas Automation, Doosan Machine Tools (DN Solutions) and Hyundai WIA. Nakamura-Tome Precision Industry is listed as an emerging player. Tongtai (TTGroup) is listed as a regional player.
Does Kitamura Machinery have an API?
No public API is recorded for Kitamura Machinery.
What industry is Kitamura Machinery in?
Kitamura Machinery's product category is Industrial CNC Machining Centers. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHADAA, CNC Machine Tools (Turning, Milling, Machining Centers), with a secondary code of IMAHAHAH, Industrial Controllers & Control Systems (PLCs, PACs, CNC Controllers). Its NAICS code is 333517 and its SIC code is 3541.