imv

What imv does

IMV Corporation, founded in 1957 and publicly traded on Japan's JASDAQ exchange, is the leading manufacturer of electrodynamic vibration test systems, holding approximately 60% market share in Japan and operating through wholly-owned subsidiaries in the United States (IMV-America Inc., headquartered in Holland, Michigan with sales in Anaheim, California and a service center in Novi, Michigan), Thailand and Vietnam. The company designs, manufactures and sells a broad portfolio of shakers and vibration test systems, including K-Series water-cooled shakers (up to 350 kN), A-Series air-cooled shakers, J-Series high-displacement shakers, i-Series standard single-axis systems, M/PET/VSH compact units, and the TS/TC/DC/DS multi-axis platforms — culminating in the TTS-Series true 6DOF (six degrees of freedom) system. Its proprietary ICCU (Integrated Cross Coupling Bearing Unit) enables simultaneous 3-axis testing at frequencies up to 2000 Hz, materially reducing test time compared to sequential single-axis systems (e.g., a 90-hour test versus 12 days). IMV also distributes CENTROTECNICA slip tables in North America and offers integrated environmental test systems combining vibration and climatic chambers.

IMV monetizes through four revenue streams: (1) hardware sales of shakers, multi-axis systems, custom solutions and replacement parts; (2) contract vibration, shock, environmental and durability testing services through a global network of accredited laboratories in Japan, the US, Thailand and Vietnam; (3) ISO/IEC 17025-accredited calibration and managed maintenance services; and (4) spare parts and armature repair services through partners such as 1g dynamics. The go-to-market is enterprise field sales with a consultative, quote-based pricing model (no public pricing); customers include major automotive OEMs (Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mitsubishi), aerospace and defense entities (JAXA, NASA SLS via Kelly Space & Technology), Tier 1 suppliers (Bertrandt Cologne, ZF WABCO) and independent testing service providers (MaxQ, Elite Electronic Engineering, Spectrum Technologies). Vertical segmentation prioritizes automotive, battery/EV and aerospace, with secondary exposure to defense, electronics, renewable energy, medical, packaging, and education/research.

Name

imv

Legal name

IMV CORPORATION

Website

https://imv-usa.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1957

Operating status

Operating

Short description

IMV Corporation manufactures electrodynamic vibration test systems and shakers — including patented multi-axis (up to 6DOF) configurations — serving automotive, aerospace, EV battery, defense, and electronics customers globally through hardware sales, accredited test labs, calibration, and maintenance.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vibration Test Equipment

NAICS

Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Testing Laboratories and Services (541380), Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Test & Measurement Equipment (Oscilloscopes, DAQ, signal analyzers, calibration benches) (IMAGAFAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Avionics Test, Simulation & Calibration Equipment (IMABAFAN)

Keywords

• Vibration test systems
• Electrodynamic shakers
• Multi-axis testing
• Environmental test chambers
• Calibration services

Headquarters

HQ city

Holland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices13 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Vibration Test Equipment Sales: Sale of electrodynamic shakers, vibration test systems, and related equipment including air-cooled, water-cooled, multi-axis, and custom solutions
2. Testing Services: Contract vibration, shock, environmental, and durability testing services through IMV's global network of test laboratories
3. Maintenance and Calibration: Ongoing maintenance services and ISO/IEC 17025 certified calibration services for controllers and accelerometers
4. Spare Parts and Components: Supply of replacement parts including armature rewinding and replacement inserts for shaker systems

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

IMV Corporation manufactures electrodynamic vibration test systems and shakers (single-axis, multi-axis up to 6DOF, air-cooled and water-cooled), environmental test chambers, and distributes CENTROTECNICA slip tables. The company also operates a global network of ISO/IEC 17025 accredited test laboratories providing contract vibration, shock, environmental, and durability testing services, along with calibration and maintenance services for vibration testing equipment.

Product overview

IMV manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of electrodynamic vibration test systems and shakers, ranging from compact benchtop units to high-force multi-axis systems. The product line includes: K-Series (high-performance water-cooled shakers for demanding large-specimen testing), A-Series (high-performance air-cooled shakers), J-Series (high-displacement shakers for shock testing), and i-Series (standard range single-axis systems) as single-axis solutions. Multi-axis capabilities are served by TS-Series (simultaneous 3-axis), TC-Series (sequential 3-axis), DC-Series (sequential 2-axis), DS-Series (simultaneous 2-axis), and TTS-Series (6DOF true 6-axis systems). Compact solutions include M-Series (low acoustic noise benchtop), PET-Series (wide frequency range), and VSH-Series (compact wide-frequency). The portfolio is complemented by Environmental Test Systems (combined vibration and climate chambers), CENTROTECNICA slip tables (distributed product), and comprehensive services including test labs, calibration (ISO/IEC 17025 certified), and maintenance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• K-Series Water-Cooled Shakers High-performance water-cooled electrodynamic shakers engineered for demanding shock and vibration testing on large, heavy specimens. Models include K080, K125A, K125LS, K200, and K350 with force ratings up to 350 kN.
• A-Series Air-Cooled Shakers High-performance air-cooled electrodynamic shakers with force ratings from 2,470 lbf to 16,700 lbf for sine/random tests and up to 50,000 lbf for shock testing. Models include A11, A22, A30, A45, A65, and A74.
• J-Series High-Displacement Shakers Air-cooled electrodynamic shakers engineered for high-velocity and large-displacement testing with sine force ratings up to 12,000 Force Pounds, displacement up to 4.0 in p-p, and shock force up to 181 in/s. Models include J230, J240, J250, J260S.
• TS-Series Multi-Axis Simultaneous 3-Axis Systems Advanced electrodynamic multi-axis vibration test system providing simultaneous three-axis vibration for realistic simulation testing. Features table sizes up to 4000mm x 3500mm and force ratings reaching 96 kN. Models include TS-1000, TS-2000, TS-3000, TS-5000, TS-6000.
• TC-Series Multi-Axis Sequential 3-Axis Systems Multi-axis vibration test system that automates sequential testing across three axes. Features table sizes up to 1500 mm and force ratings reaching 61.7 kN. Models include TC-1000, TC-2000, TC-3000, TC-5000, TC-6000.
• DC-Series Multi-Axis Sequential 2-Axis Systems Electrodynamic shakers designed for efficient simulation testing with 2-axis sequential operation. Features table sizes up to 1500 mm and force ratings reaching 49 kN. Models include DC-1000, DC-2000, DC-3000, DC-5000, DC-6000.
• DS-Series Multi-Axis Simultaneous 2-Axis Systems 2-Axis simultaneous vibration test systems that reproduce real-world vibration environments with simultaneous two-axis vibration. Models include DS-1000 through DS-6000 series with various force configurations.
• TTS-Series 6DOF Vibration Test Systems True 6-axis shaker system featuring 6+ strategically placed shakers with integrated control for 3 translation and 3 rotation axes (X, Y, Z, roll, pitch, yaw). Supports large platforms up to 4000mm x 3500mm.
• i-Series Standard Range Single-Axis Systems Standard range of single-axis basis systems with test range up to 1250 m/s² acceleration, 3.5 m/s velocity, 51 mm p-p displacement, and 200 kg loading mass. Models include i210/SA1HAG and i220/SA1HAG.
• M-Series Low Acoustic Noise Compact Shakers Compact benchtop vibration test equipment with remarkably low acoustic noise for detecting subtle abnormal noises. Features built-in DC fan cooling and optional ultra-silent natural air-cooling. Models include m030, m060, m120, and CE variants.
• PET-Series High Range Compact Shakers Compact vibration test system with wide frequency range suitable for modal analysis, sensor evaluation including MEMS sensors for IoT/IoE, and calibration of vibration measuring systems. Models include PA01, PA05, PA05H, PET-01, PET-05, PET-05H.
• VSH-Series Wide-Frequency Range Shakers Compact vibration test system compatible with standard AC100V power offering wide frequency range up to 10 kHz for diverse testing applications where space is limited. Models include VSH-100-M2 and VSH-100R-M2.
• Environmental Test Systems Combined environmental testing systems that integrate vibration test systems with climatic chambers for complete vibration, temperature, and humidity evaluation. Customizable configurations for specific application requirements.
• CENTROTECNICA Slip Tables Slip tables for mechanical vibration testing distributed by IMV in North America. Available in VST and RT configurations featuring patented vacuum technology and precision oil film system. Includes accessories such as damping plates, instant clamps, and thermal barriers.
• Test Lab Services Full-service laboratory testing including vibration, shock, environmental, and durability testing. Services include product certification agent support, service flow management, and ISO/IEC 17025 accredited testing across global facilities.
• Calibration Services Calibration of controllers and accelerometers with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 certification from Perry Johnson Laboratory Accreditation. Includes loop calibration for entire systems.
• Maintenance Services Maintenance and repair services for vibration testing equipment including shaker armature repair and replacement through partner 1g dynamics.

Quantifiable outcome

• A 90-hour test runs in 90 hours with simultaneous 3-axis testing, versus 12 days with single-axis changeover system
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Kelly Space & Technology, Inc. (KST)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014Strategic cooperation agreement since 2014. KST provides facility in San Bernardino for IMV's US showroom demonstrating K125/SA32M water-cooled shaker for spaceship hardware vibration testing, supporting NASA Space Launch System (SLS) hardware testing. KST's technicians completed IMV Certification Program to support IMV's service providers in North America.
• CENTROTECNICAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIMV-A is an official distributor of CENTROTECNICA slip tables (VST and RT Series) in North America. CENTROTECCINA slip tables feature patented vacuum technology and precision oil film system, designed for accurate and reliable horizontal axis testing.
• Spectrum Technologies, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of the first IMV customers, operating IMV's 3-axis shaker system (TS-2000R-6H) since 2007. Spectrum provides NVH testing services to automotive industry with IMV's simultaneous 3-axis vibration testing capabilities. Planning to install second IMV 3-axis system and considering other IMV systems for shock testing.
• 1g dynamicsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPartner for supply of spare parts, specifically shaker armature repair services. 1g dynamics offers armature rewinding with improved durability using a new repair process, with short turnaround times in their workshop for shakers from various manufacturers.
• Perry Johnson Laboratory Accreditation, Inc. (PJLA)minorOthersAccreditation body that certified IMV as a calibration agency in ISO/IEC 17025:2017 on May 10, 2021.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• MTS Systems (Amphenol Test Solutions): MTS Systems is a long-standing global leader in electrodynamic and hydraulic vibration test systems and serves automotive, aerospace, and civil engineering end markets with overlapping product categories (shakers, controllers, test software). Comparable to IMV's K-Series and TS-Series offerings.
• Unholtz-Dickie: Unholtz-Dickie manufactures electrodynamic vibration test systems and slip tables, serving aerospace, automotive, and electronics customers globally. Direct overlap with IMV's K-Series shakers and slip-table product category.
• TIRA Group (Sisma): TIRA is a German specialist in electrodynamic shakers and vibration test systems for laboratory and production testing. Comparable product overlap with IMV's A-Series and J-Series high-performance shakers, particularly in European aerospace/automotive markets.
• Data Physics Corporation: Data Physics supplies vibration test controllers, signal analyzers, and shaker systems, and integrates with third-party shakers. Comparable to IMV's controller, amplifier, and software stack within IMV's integrated test systems.
• Thermotron Industries: Thermotron manufactures combined environmental and vibration test systems (AGREE chambers, shakers) for automotive, aerospace, and electronics testing. Directly comparable to IMV's Environmental Test Systems product line and combined temperature/humidity/vibration capability.
• Cincinnati Sub-Zero (CSZ): CSZ builds environmental test chambers and combined thermal/vibration systems serving medical, automotive, and aerospace customers. Overlaps with IMV's environmental test solutions and adjacent to IMV's Nagoya combined temperature-humidity-vibration installations.

Broad incumbents

• Hottinger Brüel & Kjær (HBK): HBK is a much larger test-and-measurement incumbent offering vibration shakers, acoustic and vibration instrumentation, and calibration services. Comparable to IMV in vibration test systems and ISO/IEC 17025-style accredited calibration, but at broader portfolio scale.

Emerging players

• ETS Solutions: ETS Solutions supplies electrodynamic shakers and vibration test systems, with growing presence in Asian and European markets. Comparable mid-sized competitor to IMV in core shaker product categories, especially in price-sensitive segments.
• Spectral Dynamics: Spectral Dynamics provides vibration controllers and shaker systems for laboratory and production test environments. Adjacent/overlapping technology to IMV's controller and software stack for vibration testing.

Regional players

• Dongling Technologies: Dongling is a Chinese manufacturer of vibration test equipment and environmental test systems serving domestic automotive, aerospace, and electronics OEMs. Comparable product categories to IMV but primarily a regional player in China.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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