Sapporo-based Air Conditioning Manufacturer Enters Medical and Health Sector: Yabushita Acquires Medical Device Manufacturer

Yabushita Holdings Co., Ltd. (Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido; President: Tadahiro Mori; 17 group companies) has officially entered the medical device sector by welcoming Nihon Medix Co., Ltd. (Kashiwa, Chiba; President: Yasuhiko Tsuse), a developer and manufacturer of electrical stimulation therapy devices and ultrasonic therapy equipment, into its group.

Expanding 'Applied Domains' Based on Over 50 Years of Medical Device Expertise; Robot Development via IT Collaboration from Hokkaido

Nihon Medix has over 50 years of experience in developing and manufacturing physical therapy equipment, such as electrical stimulation and ultrasonic therapy devices, building a strong track record in the medical and rehabilitation fields. Currently, they focus on the medical and sports sectors, leveraging their expertise in human electrical stimulation technology and rehabilitation equipment.

Through this acquisition, the group will utilize these technologies to expand into fields including nursing care, sports conditioning, femtech, and beauty, in addition to medical and rehabilitation services. Furthermore, the company aims to develop next-generation equipment and robotics for functional recovery and physical support, focusing on highly practical products tailored to individual physical conditions and needs.

Development efforts will include international technical partnerships and collaboration with 'Shinsetsu,' a group of young IT creators in Hokkaido. By fusing medical device technology with IT and software, and combining this with the Yabushita Group's manufacturing base, the company aims to broaden the application of medical technology.

Comment from Yasuhiko Tsuse, President of Nihon Medix Co., Ltd.

"I believe that by combining the physical therapy equipment technology that Nihon Medix has built over 50 years with the manufacturing and engineering capabilities of the Yabushita Group, the potential for our business will expand significantly."

"In addition to our existing medical field, we will take on challenges in new areas such as nursing care, sports, and femtech, continuing to create products that support health and medicine. I look forward to building a new stage of growth together with our employees."

Opportunities for Media Coverage:

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