SANDEN

Our History

Consistently delivering our promise of value by ensuring food safety and enhancing the Filipino way of life

History

Founded in 1943 by Kaihei Ushikubo in Japan, SANDEN started as a manufacturer of dynamo bicycle lamps during World War II.

Transformation

Initially known as the “Sankyo Denki” Electric Company, SANDEN later ventured into the home electric appliance market. By the 1950s, the company expanded into refrigeration machines. Notably, Sanden was keen to understand the needs of its customers and succeeded in creating the industry’s first ice cream freezer showcase. A pivotal moment that solidified its position as a global leader in cooling solutions.

Core Values

SANDEN’s founding principle, ‘Let us develop with wisdom and prosper in harmony’, has been the cornerstone of its operations, guiding the company’s efforts to drive positive change and prosperity for all.

Global Reach

With 5 manufacturing facilities across Asia, Europe, and the USA, SANDEN is a key player in refrigeration technology. The company operates 10 business locations worldwide, showcasing its commitment to excellence and innovation.

In 2014, SANDEN established a presence in the Philippines, specifically focusing on enhancing the lives of Filipinos through the Sanden Cold Chain System. This initiative aims to provide integrated solutions and products across the food supply chain to ensure freshness, safety, and quality for consumers.

2019Sanden Retail Systems has embarked on a new journey as a distribution systems business.2002Sanden Forest Akagi Office completed inKasukawa Village, Seta District, Gunma Prefecture(now Maebashi City).1989Established Sanden Refrigeration (Thailand), the first overseas showcase manufacturing company.1988Acquires Vendo, the second largest vending machine manufacturer in the United States, becoming an international company with production and sales bases around the world.1958Sanden started producing ice cream storage units and refrigerated and freezer showcases.1943Sanden Corporation is founded. 2019 Sanden Corporation is founded. Sanden Retail Systems has embarked on a new journey as a distribution systems business. 2002 Sanden Forest Akagi Office completed in Kasukawa Village, Seta District, Gunma Prefecture (now Maebashi City). 1989 Established Sanden Refrigeration (Thailand), the first overseas showcase manufacturing company. 1988 Acquires Vendo, the second largest vending machine manufacturer in the United States, becoming an international company with production and sales bases around the world. 1958 Sanden started producing ice cream storage units and refrigerated and freezer showcases. 1943