Mitutoyo forms sales alliance with Optex FA to offer displacement sensors

April 8, 2021

Strategic collaboration begins with domestic sales in Japan

On March 22, 2021, Mitutoyo, a leading Japanese manufacturer of precision measuring equipment, announced a mutual sales alliance with sensor manufacturer Optex FA. The agreement covers laser displacement sensors and is set to begin on June 1, 2021.

Under the alliance, Mitutoyo will start selling Optex FA’s displacement sensors in the Japanese market. The companies plan to enhance their sales collaboration while also exploring technical cooperation.

Joint development of sensor technologies also planned

In addition to sales activities, the two companies intend to pursue a deeper technical partnership, including the joint development of displacement sensors and related technologies. This initiative aims to meet the growing demand for high-performance sensors in factory automation.

Optex FA has a broad lineup of laser displacement sensors and has built a strong presence in the factory automation field. Through this alliance, both companies aim to expand their solutions for industrial measurement and control.