YOKE

What YOKE does

YOKE Industrial Corp. is a Taiwan-headquartered (Taichung) industrial safety equipment manufacturer founded in 1985 that designs and produces lifting, rigging, and fall-protection hardware for high-risk industries including mining, oil & gas, energy, construction, and manufacturing. Its core product portfolio spans Grade 80 and Grade 100 lifting chain fittings, shackles, hoist hooks, snatch blocks, Self-Retracting Lifelines (SRLs), carabiners, anchors, and dielectric/arc-flash components — produced at a vertically integrated smart factory running 71 automation systems with 108 Fanuc robotic arms (approximately US$30m cumulative capex) at a stated annual capacity of 20 million pieces. The company's differentiator is the integration of proprietary BlueSupra and SupraNano RFID/NFC digital chips directly into steel components, paired with the RiConnect cloud asset-management platform and an ESPR-compliant Digital Product Passport (DPP) offering that prepares customers for EU sustainability regulation effective January 2027.

YOKE monetizes predominantly through one-time industrial hardware sales via authorized distributor and OEM partner networks across 50+ countries in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and North America, complemented by LEEA-accredited professional training services and a smaller recurring SaaS/digital-chip revenue stream. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, reflecting the custom specification and volume-based nature of industrial OEM sales. The company pursues a channel-heavy, event-driven GTM anchored by participation in major trade shows (A+A, ISPO Munich, Intersec Dubai, CIOSH, INTERSCHUTZ, ASSP, TMTS) and reinforced by industry-association memberships (LEEA, LEEASA/ECSA CPD provider), multi-jurisdictional certifications (DNV-ST-0378, ABS, ASME B30.26, EN 1677/362, ANSI Z359 series, CE, UKCA, DGUV), and a multi-jurisdiction patent portfolio covering beam anchors, swivel points, flexible connectors, and overmolded carabiners. The privately held firm is led by President Steven Hong and is currently investing in a second Taichung plant (groundbroken December 2024, targeting 2027 completion) to scale intelligent-manufacturing capacity.

Name

YOKE

Legal name

YOKE Industrial Corp.

Website

https://yoke.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

YOKE Industrial Corp. is a Taiwan-based industrial safety equipment manufacturer (founded 1985) producing lifting, rigging, and fall-protection hardware with embedded RFID digital chips and Digital Product Passports for mining, oil & gas, construction, and energy buyers worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Lifting Equipment & Rigging Hardware

NAICS

Agriculture, Construction, and Mining Machinery Manufacturing (3331), Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing (333923), Construction Machinery Manufacturing (333120)

SIC

Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Construction Machinery & Equip (3531), Mining Machinery & Equip (No Oil & Gas Field Mach & Equip) (3532)

akta.pro primary industry

Lifting Attachments & Material Handling Accessories (Fork Attachments, Slings, Rigging) (IMAHABAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Cranes, Hoists & Overhead Material Handling (Industrial) (IMAHABAE)

Keywords

• Industrial lifting equipment
• Rigging hardware
• Fall protection equipment
• Lifting chain fittings
• Shackles and hooks

Headquarters

HQ city

Taichung

HQ country

Taiwan

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Industrial Lifting Equipment Sales: Sale of rigging hardware including Grade 80 and Grade 100 lifting chain fittings, shackles, hoist hooks, swivels, wire rope clips, lifting points, and snatch blocks. Products are sold globally through distributors and direct sales.
2. Fall Protection Equipment: Sale of fall protection components including carabiners, D-rings, rebar hooks, rope snaps, fall arresters, anchors, pulleys, and Self-Retracting Lifelines (SRLs) including Recovery Winch and Arc Flash rated products.
3. Digital Chip Solutions: Sale of BlueSupra and SupraNano digital chips, universal tags, and DPP generators/readers. Integrated with RiConnect SaaS platform for asset management and compliance documentation.
4. Professional Training Services: LEEA-qualified training programs delivered globally to channel partners, distributors, and end-users on lifting safety, equipment inspection, and regulatory compliance. Recognized for CPD credits through LEEASA in South Africa.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

YOKE manufactures industrial lifting safety equipment, including rigging hardware, chain fittings, shackles, hoist hooks, snatch blocks, and fall protection equipment. The company integrates proprietary RFID/NFC chip technology (BlueSupra, SupraNano) directly into its lifting hardware to enable Digital Product Passports for traceability, asset management, and regulatory compliance. YOKE also provides LEEA-accredited training programs and operates the RiConnect cloud-based platform for digital product data management.

Product overview

YOKE Industrial Corp. offers a comprehensive industrial safety portfolio centered on two main categories: Fall Protection Equipment (including Self-Retracting Devices, carabiners, hooks, anchors, pulleys, and dielectric/arc flash components) and Lifting/Rigging Solutions (comprising chain fittings, shackles, hoist hooks, snatch blocks, and DNV-approved offshore products). The company's differentiated offering integrates proprietary digital chip technology—BlueSupra and SupraNano RFID/NFC tags—into its entire hardware range, enabling Digital Product Passports (DPP) for traceability and EU ESPR compliance. The digital capability is supported by the RiConnect Asset Management Platform and complemented by LEEA-accredited training services. Products range from standard Grade 80 industrial hardware to premium Grade 100 components and specialized ROV/offsore equipment certified to DNV-ST-0378 standards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• BlueSupra: Brand name for YOKE's range of digital tags for RFID-enabled industrial equipment tracking and Digital Product Passports (DPP).
• SupraNano
• SupraMint

Products and services

• Industrial Rigging Hardware and Lifting Equipment Manufactured rigging hardware, chain fittings, shackles, hoist hooks, and snatch blocks used in lifting operations across heavy industries.
• Fall Protection Equipment

Quantifiable outcome

• Eliminates hard stamping damage and reduces inspection time through digital identification
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and key.

• RiConnect Inc.coreTechnology or Integration · 2 July 2025RiConnect Inc. provides the Asset Management Platform that integrates with YOKE's BlueSupra digital chips for comprehensive asset tracking, DPP management, and compliance documentation. Partnership formalized July 2, 2025, with SGS Taiwan involvement in digital transformation strategy.
• SGS TaiwankeyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 July 2025SGS Taiwan partnered with RiConnect Inc. to accelerate digital transformation using YOKE's digital chip technology and asset management solutions for industrial equipment tracking and compliance.
• Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA)coreOthersLEEA is the leading global trade association for the lifting industry. YOKE holds membership and provides LEEA-qualified training programs worldwide. LEEA focuses on international lifting standards, guidance, and training frameworks.
• Lifting Equipment Engineering Association of South Africa (LEEASA)keyOthersLEEASA is a validated CPD service provider under the ECSA framework. YOKE holds membership and CPD provider status, enabling issuance of ECSA-recognized CPD credits. LEEASA aligns with South African legislation and local CPD structures.
• FanuccoreTechnology or IntegrationFanuc is one of the largest industrial robot manufacturers globally (30% market share) and provides YOKE's fleet of 108 robotic arms across 71 automation systems. YOKE's smart factory relies on Fanuc equipment representing approximately US$30m investment.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SpanSet: Specialist in lifting slings, lashing, and height-safety products with strong European presence. Directly comparable in lifting/rigging accessories and certified fall protection components.
• Petzl: French leader in fall protection and rope-access equipment with comparable SRL, carabiner, and harness hardware. Competes with YOKE in work-at-height verticals globally, with stronger brand in Europe.
• FallTech: US-based fall protection manufacturer of SRLs, anchors, and connectors. Comparable in fall protection SKUs serving construction and industrial end markets in North America.
• Gunnebo Industries: Global lifting and material handling equipment maker with comparable chain fittings, shackles, and hoisting products. Overlaps with YOKE across mining, construction, and industrial lifting channels worldwide.
• Kito Group: Japanese-headquartered manufacturer of hoists, cranes, and chain blocks with a global distributor footprint. Comparable in lifting hardware SKUs and vertical exposure to manufacturing/construction.
• The Crosby Group: Largest global manufacturer of rigging and lifting hardware (shackles, hooks, blocks, wire rope fittings). Directly comparable product portfolio and end-customer base, with deeper brand recognition in oil & gas and construction.
• Tractel Group: Manufacturer of lifting and fall-arrest equipment including hoists, tirfor, and SRLs. Comparable product breadth across lifting and fall protection for construction, energy, and infrastructure customers.
• Lift-Tex / Pewag: European manufacturer of chains, chain fittings, and traction products including Grade 100/120 systems. Directly comparable on Grade 80/100 lifting chain fittings and rigging accessories for heavy industry.
• Verlinde: European hoist and crane manufacturer. Adjacent in lifting hardware but more focused on overhead cranes and hoists; comparable for components used in industrial material handling.
• 3M Fall Protection (formerly Capital Safety / DBI-SALA): Major fall protection hardware and SRL manufacturer with global distribution. Directly comparable on SRLs, carabiners, anchors, and connectors serving the same industrial safety-at-height customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance18 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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