- Business
- Rix Corporation engages primarily in the manufacturing and sale of industrial products and machinery catering to diverse sectors including steel, automobile, machine tools, semiconductor, rubber tire, environment, shipbuilding, high-function materials, paper/pulp, and medicine. Its core product offerings include rotary joints, oil skimmers, thermosetting engineering plastics, wear-resistant plates, heat-insulated plates, super lubricants, fastening systems under the Hardlock brand, and Vivid Screen display technology. The company also offers precision grinding, polishing, universal joint repair, manufacturing and maintenance of automobile parts cleaning equipment, industrial machinery, and related control software and systems. Founded in 1878 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Rix operates manufacturing facilities across Japan, Thailand, and China, with a substantial global presence in industrial machinery and materials markets.
In recent major developments, Rix Corporation’s consolidated subsidiary Rixtechno is merging with its wholly owned sub-subsidiary CEM Corporation, focusing on control systems and software for industrial machinery, effective December 1, 2025, as part of operational consolidation. The company has entered a strategic partnership with Sumitomo Heavy Industries to expand global access to advanced compressor and gas generation technologies. In leadership changes, Dana Otterson James has been appointed President and CEO, steering the company toward innovation and growth. Furthermore, the RIX Group of Companies in Australia, specializing in ground engineering and infrastructure services, was acquired by Italian contractor Ghella in 2024, enhancing Rix’s operational footprint in infrastructure services though maintaining independent operations. Rix also actively licenses advanced hydrogen reforming technology from Element 1 Corp to support energy transition technologies.
Rix serves industrial clients worldwide across multiple sectors including manufacturing, automotive, environment, and energy with products designed for durability and innovation. The company maintains a strong focus on research-driven product development and customer-specific engineering solutions. Its longstanding history in rugged design and engineering underpin its offerings which span from high-pressure compressors for aerospace and defense to innovative lubrication and sealing technologies for industrial applications. The company is publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange under the ticker 7525.T and continues to maintain a diversified product portfolio supporting a wide array of industrial needs with significant recent operational efficiencies and strategic alliances boosting its global market position.