SMC Corporation
Notice Regarding Fire at Tianjin Factory
A fire occurred at the consolidated subsidiary's Tianjin factory on March 23, 2026. One surface treatment building was damaged by fire and production was suspended but restarted on March 25. Impact on production and shipments is minor.
Key Figures
- Number of Injuries: 7 persons (not severe)
- Surface Treatment Building Damaged by Fire: 1 building (out of 8 operating buildings)
- Suspension Period: About 2 days (March 23, 15:40 to March 25)
AI要約
Occurrence of Fire and Damage Status
At 15:40 on March 23, 2026 (local time), a fire broke out at the Tianjin factory of consolidated subsidiary SMC (Tianjin) Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Seven employees engaged in initial firefighting were injured but not severely. One surface treatment building was damaged by fire and became unusable; it is expected to require a long period for restoration. The entire factory temporarily suspended operations for firefighting and inspection, but operations resumed on March 25.
Production System and Impact on Business Performance
The cause of the fire is under investigation but is presumed to be ignition due to hanger overheating in the anodizing process. Based on the BCP, an alternative production system was established with no disruption to production or shipments. Anodizing and painting processes for products destined for the Chinese domestic market are handled at the Beijing factory, while other operations are covered by extended equipment operation at the Vietnam factory. The impact on business performance is expected to be minor.
