Sendai Smart Machines Co., Ltd.
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Sendai Smart Machines Co., Ltd. - overview
Established
2016
Location
Sendai, Miyagi, Japan
Primary Industry
Automobiles, Other Vehicles & Parts
About
Founded in 2016, and based in Miyagi, Japan, Sendai Smart Machines Co. , Ltd. (SSM) engages in the development, manufacturing, and sales of IoT devices that can be installed in harsh vibration systems such as automobiles and railroad vehicles. In August 2024, the company’s management acquired all shares of Sendai Smart Machines Co.
, Ltd. held by KIKUCHI SEISAKUSHO CO LTD. The firm, as of September 2024, is led by its founder, CEO, and CTO, Hiroki Kuwano. Sendai Smart Machines offers MEMS-based Internet of Things (IoT) devices to address the power supply challenges of wireless sensor networks.
It specializes in developing and manufacturing vibration energy harvesters and sensor modules using advanced piezoelectric technology. SSM’s flagship product, based on aluminum nitride (AlN) thin film and a stainless steel nonlinear spring structure, converts vibrational energy into electrical power, suitable for use in harsh environments such as automotive, railway, and industrial settings. The company's technology eliminates the need for batteries, thus offering a cost-effective and maintenance-free solution for continuous data transmission. The August 2024 acquisition aims to streamline Sendai Smart Machines' management and operations, addressing its financial issues and leveraging its technology.
Current Investors
TOHOKU University Venture Partners
Primary Industry
Automobiles, Other Vehicles & Parts
Sub Industries
Power Generation Equipment & Services, Automobiles, Other Vehicles & Parts, Analytics & Performance Software, Systems Management Software
Website
www.ssmcoltd.co.jp
Verticals
IoT (Internet of Things), Manufacturing
Company Stage
Early Stage
Total Amount Raised
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Sendai Smart Machines Co., Ltd. - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
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| Sale to Management | Completed | Sendai Smart Machines Co., Ltd. | - |
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