Pneumatic and automation technology, pneumatic cylinders, solenoid valves, electric actuators, air-preparation units, and fittings, is the field SMC Corporation leads, serving automotive, electronics, and food-processing customers. Founded in 1959 and headquartered in Tokyo, and certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, it operates in 81 countries with 400 marketing offices. Its Indian arm, SMC Corporation (India) Pvt. Ltd., established in 1995 and headquartered in Noida, supports the Indian market with four manufacturing facilities (two in Noida, one in Chennai, one in Ahmedabad), and the company reported 865.5 billion yen ($6.3 billion) in global revenue (FY 2024).