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About KEYENCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA
As a subsidiary of KEYENCE CORPORATION, KEYENCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA is the exclusive sales, support, and operations organization for KEYENCE in the United States. We design, manufacture, and deliver high‑performance sensors, machine‑vision systems, precision measurement instruments, laser markers, barcode readers, digital/3D microscopes, and more. Backed by global R&D and local technical support, our solutions help customers improve their research, improve production quality, boost productivity, and reduce production and operational costs.
KEYENCE's technically trained sales experts deliver a consultative, end‑to‑end experience: from on‑site demonstrations and application testing to trial units that help validate solutions before purchase. Our nationwide support includes same‑day shipping, direct technical support, installation assistance, and product training, so customers can implement and maintain solutions efficiently.
Trusted by customers in automotive, semiconductor, medical device, electronics, packaging, food/pharmaceutical manufacturing, and many more industries, KEYENCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA combines proven technology with responsive service and support. As technologies and manufacturing needs continue to advance, KEYENCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA remains focused on delivering practical innovation, expert guidance, and long‑term value to customers across the United States.
Timeline
Since entering the U.S. market, KEYENCE has reached several milestones that reflect its continued growth and innovation.
| 1974 | KEYENCE Founded | KEYENCE CORPORATION is founded in Japan with a focus on high-value automation and sensing technologies. |
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| 1985 | U.S. Market Entry | KEYENCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA is established as the company's first international subsidiary, marking its expansion into the U.S. market. |
| 1990s | Global Expansion | KEYENCE expands globally while advancing automation, vision, and inspection technologies across industries. |
| 2007 | Laser Profiling Innovation | The LJ Series 2D Laser Profiler launches, introducing high-precision non-contact measurement. |
| 2009 | Optical Measurement Breakthrough | The IM Series digital optical comparator launches, simplifying precision measurement. |
| 2011 | Industry Recognition | KEYENCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA is named to Forbes' World's Most Innovative Companies list for the first time. |
| 2012 | Vision Sensor Launch | The IV Series vision sensor launches, improving ease of use in inspection applications. |
| 2014 | Printing Technology Expansion | The MK Series Continuous Inkjet Printer launches. |
| 2015 | Flow Sensing Innovation | The FD‑Q Series clamp‑on flow sensor launches, enabling non-invasive flow measurement. |
| 2016 | U.S. Headquarters Established | KEYENCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA begins operating its U.S. headquarters in Itasca, Illinois. |
| 2020 | Distribution Expansion | U.S. distribution operations begin in Itasca, Illinois. |
| 2023 | Automation Software Expansion | The RK Series RPA solution launches, expanding KEYENCE's automation offerings. |
| 2025 | Next-Gen Measurement | The IM‑X Series launches, advancing automated dimensional measurement. |
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