In operation since 2001, Fukoku America, Inc. received the 2018 SC Manufacturing Excellence award and recognized for Transfor ... mation and Operational Excellence. As an OEM supplier, we ship worldwide approximately 6 million products per month from our plant and warehouse in Laurens, South Carolina. Fukoku America produces constant velocity joint (CVJ) and rack and pinion boots for the automotive industry. Our brake applications include diaphragms used for brake boosters in the automobile market. Our radiator seals play an important role in engine control to prevent the car engine from overheating. Fukoku also develops seals for industrial applications such as pneumatic tools and industrial machinery. Headquartered in Japan, Fukoku CO leads the rubber and synthetic resin product industry market including artificial intelligence technology. Established in 1953 by Eiichi Kawamoto in Tokyo, Japan Fukoku remains committed to the spirit of our corporate slogan, “Yes, We Do!” as part of our “Fukoku Way” corporate philosophy and vision. With 20 locations worldwide, Fukoku continues to develop new technologies to benefit our direct customers and consumers around the world. Fukoku is fully certified for its quality and environmental management systems throughout the industries served including ISO 9001, ISO14001, and IATF6949. read more