SHIMA SEIKI Unveils Automotive-Dedicated Cutting Machine to Record-Breaking Crowds in Japan
Kariya City, Aichi Prefecture – July, 2026 – Leading Japanese textile solutions provider SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. has unveiled a dedicated automotive version of its P-CAM R multi-ply computerised cutting machine for the first time, at a private exhibition held on 2nd and 3rd July at the Kariya City Industrial Promotion Centre in Aichi Prefecture, Japan.
The choice of venue was a deliberate one. Kariya City is widely regarded as the heart of Japan's automotive industry, making it a fitting location to debut a product tailored to auto industry applications.
The strategic decision paid off — the event drew a record-breaking 260 visitors from 120 companies over the two-day exhibition, the highest attendance ever recorded for a private show held by SHIMA SEIKI.
The P-CAM R is a multi-ply computerised cutting machine, and this dedicated version has been developed to meet the precise and demanding requirements of automotive seat production.
The overwhelming response to the unveiling signals strong industry interest in advanced cutting solutions designed specifically for automotive applications.
The success of the Kariya City exhibition reflects a broader shift within the textile and manufacturing industries towards greater specialisation and precision engineering.
As automotive manufacturers continue to demand higher standards of consistency and efficiency, purpose-built solutions such as SHIMA SEIKI's automotive-dedicated P-CAM R are increasingly well-positioned to meet those needs.
SHIMA SEIKI has indicated that further details regarding the machine's specifications and commercial availability will be announced in due course.
About SHIMA SEIKI
SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. is a leading Japanese manufacturer of textile machinery and technology solutions, headquartered in Wakayama, Japan.
Renowned for its innovation in knitting technology and computerised design systems, the company serves industries spanning fashion, sportswear, technical textiles, and increasingly, automotive manufacturing.
SHIMA SEIKI continues to drive the future of textile production through precision engineering and forward-thinking solutions.
