Daifuku Continues to Rank as a Leading Material Handling System Supplier

SALT LAKE CITY-July 1, 2010-Over the past 11 years, Daifuku has consistently ranked a top material handling system supplier by Modern Materials Handling magazine.  This year, is no exception.  Despite a decline in growth rate and revenue for most ranking companies in the 2009 13^th annual survey, Daifuku retains its number two position.  This is the fifth year in a row Daifuku has held this rank. 

To qualify for the list in 2009, companies had to report worldwide revenue of at least $140 million.  For this time period, Daifuku reported revenue of $1.76 billion.

To be considered for the Top 20 list, companies must manufacture at least two major handling system components including: transportation devices, storage and staging equipment, picking units, sortation systems, information management systems, data capturing technology, and other types of handling equipment.  Companies must also employ full-time staff that designs, installs, integrates, and implements their own materials handling systems.

About Daifuku Co., Ltd.
With over 20,000 global crane installations, Daifuku is experienced at engineering high-performance automated material handling and warehouse management systems, specifically designed to meet and overcome any challenge. Daifuku Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.

About Daifuku America Corporation
Daifuku America Corporation, the North American affiliate of Daifuku Co., Ltd., is a material handling equipment, software and service provider for the material handling and distribution, automotive and cleanroom sectors. For information on Daifuku's complete offerings visit www.daifukuamerica.com.