SMC Corporation response
...(1) Our company has made it clear that we are firmly in opposition to the Russian
invasion of Ukraine.
We state on our company website that we are firmly in opposition to the Russian invasion of Ukraine and we stand in solidarity with the Ukrainian people. SMC Statement on Conflict in Ukraine (smcworld.com)
We are also providing supports to displaced persons from Ukraine, including providing
housing and employment opportunities.
(2) We have totally suspended all transactions with Russia.
We have totally suspended all transaction with Russia since the Russian invasion of
Ukraine.
(3) Our products are 100% civilian products.
Our products are mechanical components used in factory production and transport lines,
machine tools, and industrial robots. Our products are not used in weapons themselves and are 100% civilian products.
(4) We comply with the export regulations of each country.
We comply to the export regulations of the Japanese Government as well as the
governments of other countries.