Sugatsune

Quality. Innovation. Service.

For 90 years, these core values have driven Sugatsune Kogyo from a small hardware store in Tokyo to a global leader in precision-engineered components.

Founded in 1930, Sugatsune is Japan’s top manufacturer of furniture, architectural, industrial, and marine hardware. Products reach 47 countries through a robust distribution network, supported by offices in Canada, China, Germany, India, and the UK. Sugatsune Kogyo UK Ltd was established in 2005 to better serve European clients.

Commitment to Quality and Innovation

With a focus on quality and purpose-driven design, Sugatsune and OEM Automatic offers innovative, reliable solutions tailored to unique requirements. A commitment to creative problem-solving drives continuous expansion and new product development.

The Professional’s Choice

Many architects, builders, cabinet makers, and designers already trust Sugatsune for unparalleled quality. Components, ranging from simple catches to complex mechanisms, crafted with precision and durability rooted in Japanese engineering.

Industrial & Marine Excellence

Combining aesthetics with performance, Sugatsune’s hinges, latches, handles, and other components enhance both form and function. As a pioneer of soft-closing technology in Europe, the company has revolutionized motion design.

Products made from high-tensile stainless steel are built to endure the most demanding environments, from manufacturing plants to marine applications. Both off-the-shelf solutions and custom-made components are available, tailored to specific requirements.

With 15% of the team devoted to product development, Sugatsune is prepared to meet unique needs with speed and precision.

OEM Automatic are an authorised UK distributor for Sugatsune. Our Motors team can provide expertise and technical advice for any application.