Sharon and I decided to go to Japan the last week of March before the baling season began. Our objective was to show our dedication to two companies, IHI and Takakita. We also met with an individual who was from the USA that was interested in the baler combination unit for baling wood fiber.
Our first stop was at the Takakita facility in Osaka. We were given a factory tour where we saw some great machines being built. Takakita showed us a RB511 net baler they were testing hoping it will make its way into the USA.
We were informed by Takakita we were the first American company to visit their facility.
Here we are standing with the CEO and Vice Chairman with our overseas representative holding a 5 year certificate of appreciation.
We had the opportunity to see some of the other products they sell to other countries like this rice combine.
The next stop was in Sapporo Japan where we met with IHI. We also were the first Americans to visit their factory. Here Sharon and I are giving IHI a twenty-year certificate of appreciation.
We also took a factory tour and watched them build the 40” x 40 “round baler. We have one of these units coming in May for testing.
We had a very good meeting with IHI representatives our discussion was on getting support from IHI Japan to build a dealer network and increase the availability of spare parts.
We are very proud to represent both companies and we want to thank everyone for their hospitality and friendship. We also encourage you to visit Japan someday. There is lots to see.
