Fukagawa

What Fukagawa does

Fukagawa Co., Ltd. is a 1960-founded Japanese manufacturer and distributor specializing in HVAC air-conditioning duct products and related digital transformation (DX) software, headquartered in Kawaguchi, Saitama, with nationwide coverage through 20+ regional sales offices and 8 manufacturing plants, plus an overseas subsidiary in Thailand (Duct Net Thailand Co., Ltd.). The company sells a comprehensive hardware line including spiral and square ducts, dampers, diffusers, air curtains (Pamir/Arden series from Sweden's FRICO), oil mist collectors, and high-end fabrication machinery (Laser Dual and Laser Force fiber laser cutters, the newer Fiber Laser Welding Machine and Multi-Cutting Machine), as well as duct accessories, thermal insulation, and tools.

Fukagawa's distinguishing layer is its integrated software stack for the duct industry value chain: Rebro (BIM-compatible 3D CAD for building equipment), FAirCAM (web-authenticated CAM software), and SheetPartner (AI-powered nesting optimization co-developed with Take Soft, reporting ~10% material cost reduction and a 68% man-hour reduction in CAD/CAM-linked duct part processing). DuctCloud is the company's industry-first B2B e-commerce platform accessible via web and iOS/Android apps, enabling direct ordering and real-time delivery tracking, while Re:助 (Resuke), distributed from Blue Sketch, extends into SaaS-style construction-site schedule management at 9,800 JPY/month per organization.

The business model combines hardware sales (ducts and machinery), one-time software licenses with optional maintenance (Rebro), a recurring SaaS subscription (Re:助), and a transaction-fee-driven e-commerce marketplace (DuctCloud). Customer segments are primarily SMB duct fabricators, HVAC contractors, building equipment design engineers, and food-service operators, served through a direct field-sales motion at regional offices, the DuctCloud digital channel, and a Thailand operation covering ASEAN. The company is privately held under President Kazumi Fukagawa (深川 和己) and has accumulated industry awards (Kawaguchi i-mono Brand 2024 for the Laser Dual, consecutive METI Health Management Excellence designations 2024-2025, Saitama Platinum Diverse Workstyle certification) and PR sponsorships (Tsukuba University naming rights, EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai) that signal both product credibility and corporate-scale activity.

Name

Fukagawa

Legal name

株式会社フカガワ

Website

https://ductnet.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Fukagawa is a Japanese duct manufacturer and DX-software provider serving HVAC contractors and duct fabricators with hardware (ducts, fiber laser machinery, air curtains) plus an integrated BIM/CAM/AI-nesting/e-commerce software stack (Rebro, FAirCAM, SheetPartner, DuctCloud).

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC Duct Manufacturing

NAICS

Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (42373), Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413), Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415)

SIC

Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564), Steam & Air-Conditioning Supply (4961)

akta.pro primary industry

Ventilation, Ducting & Air Distribution Equipment (IMAHAKAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Ductwork, Duct Fittings & Air Distribution (Diffusers/Grilles/Registers) (IMADANAC)

Keywords

• HVAC duct manufacturing
• Sheet metal fabrication
• Laser cutting machinery
• BIM CAD software
• Air curtain systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Saitama

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices34 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Duct and HVAC Product Sales: Fukagawa manufactures and sells a broad range of duct products including ducts, dampers, hoods/filters, diffusers/registers, duct parts, thermal insulation materials, and tools. Products are sold through direct sales teams at regional offices and through the DuctCloud B2B e-commerce platform.
2. Software Licenses (Rebro, FAirCAM, SheetPartner): Fukagawa distributes BIM/CAD software (Rebro) and CAM software (FAirCAM, SheetPartner) to duct fabrication companies. Rebro is sold as a perpetual license with optional annual maintenance contracts for updates and support.
3. SaaS Subscription (Re:助): The field management tool Re:助 is offered as a monthly subscription (9,800 JPY/month per organization) with no initial setup fee, no user caps, and no cancellation penalty.
4. DuctCloud E-commerce Platform Services: DuctCloud serves as both a sales channel for Fukagawa's own products and a platform for B2B transactions between duct fabricators and contractors. Revenue is generated through product transactions facilitated by the platform.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Fukagawa manufactures and sells HVAC duct products (spiral ducts, square ducts, Black Series pre-coated ducts), duct fabrication machinery (fiber laser cutting machines, fiber laser welding machines, multi-cutting machines, Gore Locker forming machines), and air treatment equipment (air curtains, oil mist collectors, hybrid air coolers). The company also distributes BIM/CAM/AI software (Rebro, FAirCAM, SheetPartner) and operates DuctCloud, an industry-first B2B e-commerce platform for ordering duct products. It serves duct fabricators, HVAC contractors, and construction companies through a nationwide direct sales network across Japan and a subsidiary in Thailand.

Product overview

Fukagawa is a duct manufacturing and sales company providing comprehensive solutions for the HVAC/air conditioning duct industry. The company operates a multi-product portfolio combining hardware (duct manufacturing machinery, air treatment equipment) with software (CAD/CAM/AI nesting solutions) and services (digital transformation consulting, e-commerce platform). The core product lines include: (1) Duct products - spiral ducts, square ducts, and pre-coated Black Series ducts; (2) Machinery - fiber laser cutting machines (Laser Dual, Laser Force), fiber laser welding machines, and multi-cutting machines; (3) Air treatment equipment - air curtains (Pamir, Arden series), oil mist collectors, hybrid air coolers; (4) Software solutions - DuctCloud (industry-first B2B e-commerce platform), FAirCAM (web CAM software), Rebro (BIM-compatible 3D CAD), SheetPartner (AI nesting optimization software), PLANEST (estimation), and CADEWA Smart (electrical CAD with duct option); (5) Accessories - dampers, hoods/filters, diffusers, duct parts, insulation materials, and tools. The company emphasizes DX (digital transformation) for the duct industry through BIM/CAD integration, AI-powered material optimization, and streamlined ordering systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DuctCloud: Industry-first EC site for duct ordering and transactions
• FAirCAM
• DuctNet

Products and services

• Ducts (Spiral Ducts, Square Ducts) Core duct product line including spiral ducts, square ducts, and various duct types for HVAC systems. Fukagawa pioneered duct manufacturing with pre-coated black steel (Black Series) eliminating the need for field painting. Used in commercial buildings, restaurants, food factories, and research facilities.
• DuctCloud B2B E-commerce Platform Industry-first EC site for the duct industry enabling simplified ordering and expedited transactions. Accessible via web and smartphone app (iOS/Android), allowing real-time order tracking, delivery schedule confirmation, and streamlined company-to-company data exchange.
• FAirCAM CAM Software Web-authenticated CAM software for duct fabrication. Integrates with AI nesting software SheetPartner and BIM software Rebro for automated part registration, form output, and automatic nesting from CAD data for CNC duct fabrication.
• Rebro BIM-Compatible 3D CAD Software BIM-compatible 3D CAD software specialized for building equipment. Enables creation of high-precision equipment models for seamless information flow from design through construction and maintenance. Supports IFC file export and external reference functionality for BIM data exchange. Sold as perpetual license with optional annual maintenance contracts.
• SheetPartner AI Nesting Software AI nesting software for optimizing material layout on laser and plasma cutting machines. Developed in partnership with Take Soft, it automates the arrangement of duct parts on steel materials, reducing material costs and eliminating manual nesting labor.
• Laser Dual Fiber Laser Cutting Machine Fiber laser cutting machine for duct manufacturing. Certified as KAWAGUCHI i-mono brand in 2024, recognized for pioneering development and sales in the duct industry, contributing to improved factory work environment and productivity enhancement.
• Pamir Air Curtain Series Industrial air curtain products including Pamir 2500 (entrances, mounting height 2.5m), Pamir 3500 (general purpose, 3.5m), Pamir 5000 (industrial facilities, 5m), and Arden 3500 (ceiling-embedded commercial use). Feature EC motors for energy efficiency and stepless airflow control.
• Oil Mist Collector (EAN-200/EAN-300) Electrostatic oil smoke removal device capturing 0.01-1 micrometer micro oil mist at over 90% efficiency. Reduces duct fire risk, protects employee health, and reduces cleaning burden in restaurants and food processing facilities.
• Black Series Pre-Coated Black Steel Ducts Pre-painted black steel duct products including spiral ducts using Black ZAM. Eliminates painting needs, preventing coating peeling and odors. Ideal for restaurants, food factories, and research facilities requiring hygiene management.
• Hybrid Air Cooler Cool Cannon Eco Factory cooling system with two-stage cooling function, 9,000 cubic meters/hour air volume, compact design for easy movement, suitable for workshop environments.
• Re:助 (Resuke) Site Schedule Management Digital whiteboard-style field management tool that digitizes familiar whiteboard management methods for construction sites. Features automatic labor aggregation, material sharing, and announcement functions. Monthly fee of 9,800 yen without user limits or cancellation penalties.
• Fiber Laser Welding Machine Fiber laser welding machine for addressing labor shortages in duct fabrication. Easy, high-quality, high-speed welding capability.
• Multi-Cutting Machine Made in Japan high-quality, high-performance multi-cutting machine introduced in 2026 for duct fabrication operations.
• Gore Locker Elbow/Reducer Forming Machine Elbow/reducer forming machine featuring space-saving design, simultaneous operation capability, and material cost reduction through in-house production.
• Dampers, Hoods/Filters, Diffusers/Registers, Duct Parts, Thermal Insulation, Tools Comprehensive range of duct system components including dampers for airflow control, hoods and filters for air quality, diffusers and registers for air distribution, duct connection parts, insulation materials, and installation tools.
• PLANEST Estimation Software Estimation software for duct manufacturing cost calculation, offered as part of Fukagawa's software portfolio.
• CADEWA Smart + Duct Manufacturing Option Electrical CAD software with duct manufacturing option for integrated design and fabrication workflows.

Quantifiable outcome

• AI nesting reduces steel material costs by approximately 10% compared to conventional manual nesting
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Blue Sketch (株式会社ブルースケッチ)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 16 February 2026Blue Sketch developed 'Re:助 (Resuke)', a digital whiteboard tool for construction site management. Fukagawa distributes and promotes this product through its sales network to duct and HVAC contractors who face site management and labor aggregation challenges.
• Sukedachi (株式会社助太刀)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 January 2025Fukagawa entered a business partnership with Sukedachi to introduce its human resources matching services to Fukagawa's nationwide network of construction industry customers. Sukedachi provides a worker-contractor matching app ('助太刀') with 210,000+ registered businesses, and a construction industry-focused recruitment service ('助太刀社員'). Fukagawa acts as a referral channel introducing Sukedachi's services to its customers facing labor shortages.
• GOGREEN (株式会社GOGREEN)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 16 May 2024GOGREEN provides consulting services for government subsidy applications, specifically helping Fukagawa's customers apply for and receive IT Introduction Subsidies (IT導入補助金) when purchasing Fukagawa's software products (Rebro, SheetPartner, CADEWA Smart, PLANEST). GOGREEN has supported 15 companies with 25 software subsidy applications in the prior fiscal year.
• NYK SystemsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerNYK Systems conducts in-person Rebro CAD training seminars at Fukagawa's Tokyo and Osaka offices (called 'real experience seminars') as part of Fukagawa's after-sales support for Rebro BIM CAD software.
• Nihon Kankyo (日本環境経営システム)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNihon Kankyo supplies the BRING UNIFORM uniform recycling service which Fukagawa has adopted as part of its sustainability/ESG initiatives for internal uniform management.
• Nippon Steel Corporation (日本製鉄株式会社)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFukagawa is featured in Nippon Steel's product catalog for 'Kuro ZAM' (black-coated galvanized steel) as a user case, indicating Fukagawa sources black steel sheet products from Nippon Steel for use in Black Series duct products.
• Rebro (BIM/CAD Software Publisher)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFukagawa distributes and provides after-sales support for Rebro, a BIM-compatible 3D CAD software specialized for building equipment. Fukagawa supports product demonstrations, training, and version updates for Rebro users in the duct industry.
• Asada Seisakusho (株式会社浅田製作所)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAsada Seisakusho manufactures and supplies the cordless hammer drill GBH 18V-18X (Bosch Professional) sold through Fukagawa's sales network. Fukagawa acts as a distribution channel for this professional tool brand.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Daikin Industries: Japanese global leader in HVAC systems, refrigerants, and air conditioning equipment. Comparable as a major Japanese incumbent that controls the air-handling equipment side of the value chain where Fukagawa supplies ductwork and supports installation workflows.
• Ferguson Enterprises: Large North American distributor of plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning products. Comparable as a broad-line HVAC/plumbing distributor whose multi-channel model parallels Fukagawa's nationwide office-plus-DuctCloud distribution strategy for ducts and HVAC supplies.
• Carrier Global: Global HVAC and building automation major (Carrier, Toshiba Carrier JV). Comparable as a broad incumbent whose HVAC equipment portfolio overlaps with the air-distribution ecosystem in which Fukagawa's ducts, diffusers, and air curtains are deployed.
• Trane Technologies: Global HVAC systems manufacturer (Trane, Thermo King) serving commercial and industrial markets. Comparable as a broad incumbent that sits further up the HVAC value chain but competes for the same end-customer (building owners, contractors) that Fukagawa's duct products serve.
• Mitsubishi Electric: Japanese manufacturer of building systems including air conditioners, ventilation, and HVAC equipment. Comparable as a Japanese broad-line HVAC incumbent whose installed base of equipment drives duct and air-distribution demand addressed by Fukagawa's products.
• Panasonic (Panasonic Heating & Ventilation): Japanese manufacturer of air conditioning, IAQ, and ventilation products. Comparable as a Japanese broad-line HVAC player whose downstream air-handling equipment creates demand for duct and air-distribution solutions served by Fukagawa.

Direct peers

• Lindab: Swedish-headquartered global manufacturer of ventilation and duct systems (ductwork, fittings, air distribution) for residential and commercial HVAC. Closely comparable to Fukagawa in core product (industrial ductwork and ventilation components) and direct overlap with its duct fabrication and distribution business, though with far broader European and global footprint.
• Watsco: Largest HVAC distributor in North America selling refrigerant, equipment, and parts. Comparable as a high-touch HVAC distribution / supply-chain model that intersects with Fukagawa's combination of product distribution and proprietary digital procurement (DuctCloud).
• Systemair: Swedish-based global manufacturer of ventilation, indoor climate, and air-handling equipment for commercial buildings. Comparable as a direct duct/ventilation equipment manufacturer serving similar contractors and building owners as Fukagawa, particularly its air distribution and fan/blower products.

Others

• Autodesk (Revit / Construction Cloud): Global provider of BIM/CAD design software including Revit, which Fukagawa explicitly integrates with via its Revit Duct Option add-in. Comparable as the dominant BIM platform whose data standards Fukagawa's Rebro/FAirCAM/DuctCloud workflow interoperates with, and a potential competitive vector if Autodesk expands downstream into fabrication CAM or procurement.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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