"YASUI" Corporation Histry 1916 "Yamagishi Iron Works" Opens The first president, Kashinosuke Yamagishi opens an Iron Works. ... 1943 ~ 1949 "Yasui" is born The history of our firm begins with the formation of 'Yasui Navigational Instruments Co' in 1943 as part of a wartime national policy measure. After the war ends, the firm begins again as 'Yasui Industrial Co.'. 1950 ~ 1964 Leap Forward as an Auto-Mechanic Equipment Manufacturer Yasui survives the troubled times after the war, and beginning with garage jacks, actively develops a range of new products. Expands into Tokyo and also relocates and upgrades main factory. During this period, Yasui builds its foundation as Auto-Mechanic Equipment Manufacturer. 1965 ~ 1974 To the World Market During this period, riding on the wave of motorization around the world, Yasui is able to cement its position as one of the top manufacturers in the Auto-Mechanic Equipment industry. Yasui also actively seeks out markets overseas and begins the development of gate-type car wash machines, continually increasing its business range. 1975 - 1984 The Pride of a Field Leader The world recognizes the quality of Yasui's products, and exports continue to increase year by year, and even further emphasis is placed on new product development. During this period, Yasui further cements its position as a top leader in the industry, 1985 - 1994 Accelerating Development of Car Wash Machines Against a background of the rising Yen and the economic bubble bursting, conditions become difficult, and a change in focus from the overseas market to the domestic market is made. In addition, development of car wash machines is accelerated. 1995 - A New Era Development of car wash machines further progresses. From the range, the industry leading ÒMiraconÓ and "Softex" products are born. The Yasui attitude of always striving to develop unique and distinct products still continues strongly to this day. read more