Information
Lammas Rd, Corby NN17 5JF, UK
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Overview
- Summary
- TRUSCO NAKAYAMA is a Japanese wholesale company specializing in tools and indirect materials (MRO products) for the manufacturing industry. The company's core business involves the swift and reliable supply of a vast product range, supported by an efficient logistics system. It is a company contributing to customer convenience and the development of Japanese manufacturing through digital transformation and logistics innovation.TRUSCO NAKAYAMA is a Japanese wholesale company specializing in tools and indirect materials (MRO products) for the manufacturing industry. The company's core business involves the swift and reliable supply of a vast product range, supported by an efficient logistics system. It is a company contributing to customer convenience and the development of Japanese manufacturing through digital transformation and logistics innovation.
- Key Products/Technologies
- Key product categories include machine tools, hand tools, cutting tools, measuring and instrumentation supplies, logistics storage supplies, environmental safety equipment, consumables, furniture and fixtures, personal protective equipment (PPE), chemical products, cleaning supplies, electrical equipment, construction supplies, research management supplies, office and living supplies, general consumer goods, and printed materialsKey product categories include machine tools, hand tools, cutting tools, measuring and instrumentation supplies, logistics storage supplies, environmental safety equipment, consumables, furniture and fixtures, personal protective equipment (PPE), chemical products, cleaning supplies, electrical equipment, construction supplies, research management supplies, office and living supplies, general consumer goods, and printed materials
- Specific product examples include safety shoes, safety boots, spot air conditioners, industrial racks, ultrasonic cleaners, thickness gauges, adjustable wrenches, pneumatic tools, various nuts, screws, bolts, conveyors, casters, leveling mounts, pipe fittings, protective materials, sound/vibration proofing, springs, shock absorbers, and magnetsSpecific product examples include safety shoes, safety boots, spot air conditioners, industrial racks, ultrasonic cleaners, thickness gauges, adjustable wrenches, pneumatic tools, various nuts, screws, bolts, conveyors, casters, leveling mounts, pipe fittings, protective materials, sound/vibration proofing, springs, shock absorbers, and magnets
- Owned technologies and systems include automated supply chain management, a barcode inventory management system, a logistics management system (Coconuts), and the 'Paradise 3' IT system supporting core activities (e-commerce, logistics, sales support, inventory management, communication, and analysis platforms)Owned technologies and systems include automated supply chain management, a barcode inventory management system, a logistics management system (Coconuts), and the 'Paradise 3' IT system supporting core activities (e-commerce, logistics, sales support, inventory management, communication, and analysis platforms)
- Further technological capabilities involve SAP S/4HANA in a cloud environment for inventory and supply chain management, cutting-edge material handling equipment (e.g., mini load AS/RS, multi-shuttle system Shuttle Rack M, put-to-light Digital Assort System), and AIOI Systems' 'Smart Card' (visible RFID) for high-speed shippingFurther technological capabilities involve SAP S/4HANA in a cloud environment for inventory and supply chain management, cutting-edge material handling equipment (e.g., mini load AS/RS, multi-shuttle system Shuttle Rack M, put-to-light Digital Assort System), and AIOI Systems' 'Smart Card' (visible RFID) for high-speed shipping
- The company also utilizes an AI-powered automatic quotation system ('Sokuto Meijin') for retailers, provides a web version of its product catalog called 'Digital Orange Book', and plans to build a new 'Trusco Platform' leveraging AI and robots for future distribution, demonstrating its commitment to digital and automation technologies for logistics efficiencyThe company also utilizes an AI-powered automatic quotation system ('Sokuto Meijin') for retailers, provides a web version of its product catalog called 'Digital Orange Book', and plans to build a new 'Trusco Platform' leveraging AI and robots for future distribution, demonstrating its commitment to digital and automation technologies for logistics efficiency
- Core Advantages
- The industry's largest product lineup and inventory holding capability, handling over 2.5 million items and maintaining an inventory of 390,000 to 460,000 SKUsThe industry's largest product lineup and inventory holding capability, handling over 2.5 million items and maintaining an inventory of 390,000 to 460,000 SKUs
- A rapid and reliable delivery system supported by a high inventory hit rate (90.5% to 91%), same-day or next-day delivery for in-stock items, 24/7/365 distribution center operations, and an extensive nationwide logistics network of 97 locations (including 28 distribution centers in Japan)A rapid and reliable delivery system supported by a high inventory hit rate (90.5% to 91%), same-day or next-day delivery for in-stock items, 24/7/365 distribution center operations, and an extensive nationwide logistics network of 97 locations (including 28 distribution centers in Japan)
- A wholesale-focused business model that avoids direct sales to end-users, thereby not competing with its own customers (machinery tool dealers, online shops, home centers) and fostering trust with sales agentsA wholesale-focused business model that avoids direct sales to end-users, thereby not competing with its own customers (machinery tool dealers, online shops, home centers) and fostering trust with sales agents
- The ability to provide comprehensive product information through its extensive 'Orange Book' catalog (approximately 400,000 items) and the 'Orange Book.Com' e-commerce site (approximately 4.1 million items, offering real-time inventory, SDS, and drawings)The ability to provide comprehensive product information through its extensive 'Orange Book' catalog (approximately 400,000 items) and the 'Orange Book.Com' e-commerce site (approximately 4.1 million items, offering real-time inventory, SDS, and drawings)
- Proactive digital transformation and Logistics DX initiatives, including investments in IT systems like SAP S/4HANA and 'Paradise 3', and the adoption of automation, AI, and robotics to enhance efficiency and customer convenienceProactive digital transformation and Logistics DX initiatives, including investments in IT systems like SAP S/4HANA and 'Paradise 3', and the adoption of automation, AI, and robotics to enhance efficiency and customer convenience
- A robust supply chain and customer network encompassing over 2,600 suppliers and more than 5,500 clients (retail outlets, sales agents)A robust supply chain and customer network encompassing over 2,600 suppliers and more than 5,500 clients (retail outlets, sales agents)
- Target Industries
- Manufacturing industry (factories, production sites)Manufacturing industry (factories, production sites)
- Construction-related industries (construction sites)Construction-related industries (construction sites)
- Research and development sectorResearch and development sector
- Logistics and storage industriesLogistics and storage industries
- Office and residential environmentsOffice and residential environments
- Home DIYHome DIY
- Major Markets
- Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, Taiwan, Vietnam, Hong KongJapan, Thailand, Indonesia, Taiwan, Vietnam, Hong Kong
- GermanyGermany
- USAUSA
- Certifications/Patents
- Selected as a 'DX Platinum Company 2023-2025'Selected as a 'DX Platinum Company 2023-2025'
- Recognized for multiple years as a 'Health and Productivity Management Organization (White 500)' by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)Recognized for multiple years as a 'Health and Productivity Management Organization (White 500)' by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)
- Recipient of the '2025 Good Design Award' (specific product/service not detailed)Recipient of the '2025 Good Design Award' (specific product/service not detailed)
- JIS standard certification for safety bootsJIS standard certification for safety boots
Introduction
Location
Lammas Rd, Corby NN17 5JF, UK
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