Shima Asia Pacific

Shima Asia Pacific in Malaysia is a trading and service company, not a manufacturing factory. It acts as the regional sales, marketing, and technical support arm for its parent company, Shima Seiki Mfg., Ltd. of Japan.

Here is the company profile:

Company Profile: Shima Asia Pacific

Company Type: Trading and Service Company

Headquarters of Parent Company: Wakayama, Japan (Shima Seiki Mfg., Ltd.)

Location in Malaysia: Often located in major industrial or commercial areas, serving as a regional hub.

Core Business:

Shima Asia Pacific is responsible for the sales, marketing, and after-sales support of Shima Seiki's advanced computerized flat knitting machines, design systems, and related software in the Asia Pacific region, including Malaysia. Their primary functions include:

Product Sales: Distributing and selling Shima Seiki's full range of knitting machinery, known for their innovative technology and high-quality knitwear production capabilities, including WHOLEGARMENT machines.

Technical Support: Providing comprehensive technical assistance, machine installation, maintenance services, and troubleshooting to customers.

Spare Parts Supply: Ensuring the availability and timely delivery of genuine spare parts for all Shima Seiki equipment.

Training: Offering training programs for customers on machine operation, programming, and design software to maximize the efficiency and potential of their equipment.

Customer Service: Acting as a direct point of contact for customer inquiries, support requests, and building long-term relationships with clients in the textile and apparel industry.

Industry Focus:

The company primarily serves the textile, apparel, and fashion industries, catering to manufacturers of knitwear, sweaters, hosiery, and other knitted products.

Role in the Market:

Shima Asia Pacific plays a crucial role in bringing cutting-edge Japanese knitting technology to the Malaysian and broader Asia Pacific markets, enabling local manufacturers to enhance their production capabilities, reduce lead times, and produce high-quality, innovative knitted garments. They are essential for providing direct access to the manufacturer's technology and expertise within the region.

Shima Asia Pacific, through its presence in Malaysia typically as Shima Seiki (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, manufactures or sells products primarily related to computerized knitting technology.

The products include:

1. Computerized Flat Knitting Machines: This category covers a wide range of machines, including WHOLEGARMENT knitting machines for producing seam-free garments, as well as conventional computerized flat knitting machines for various knitting applications.

2. Computerized Glove Knitting Machines: Specialized machinery designed for the production of gloves.

3. Design Systems and Software: This encompasses advanced computer-aided design (CAD) systems such as the SDS-ONE APEX series. These systems are used for apparel design, 3D virtual sampling, pattern creation, and color simulation.

4. Production Management Systems: Solutions like Shima KnitPLM (Product Lifecycle Management) and SPG (Shima Planning Grid) are offered to streamline production processes, manage data, and optimize manufacturing workflows.

5. Parts and After-Sales Services: The company also provides genuine spare parts for its machinery and offers comprehensive after-sales services, including technical support, maintenance, and training.