History of KDK

The KDK brand is an acronym for the Japanese company, Kawakita Denki Kigyousha which was founded in July 1909.

KDK is famous for being the first manufacturer of Electric Fans which is equipped with Japanese-made alternating-current motor in Japan . Thereafter, KDK has developed its overseas market since 1950's and further solidified its top-brand position, where it is regarded as a synonym for Electric Fans.

KDK started its business with Electric Fans and today the core business is to produce Ventilating Fans, Ceiling Fans, as well as Electric Fans. By taking full advantage of its strength in electrical and project sales channels in the major markets, i.e. Asia, Middle East and South Central America , KDK has evolved as a reputable brand in the regions.

KDK History Chart 1909-2009

1909	The Birth of KDK: Company was founded as Kawakita Denki Kigyosha, which was an engineering company in the electrical industry.
1913	Mass Production of Electric Fan: Mass production and sales of the ‘Typhoon type’ Electric Fan began.
1917	Uzumaki Guard Founded: A utility model Uzumaki Guard was applied to the Electric Fans.
1918	Registration of KDK Trademark The 1st KDK trademark was established.
1921	Development of Ceiling Fan The 1st ceiling fan was developed and launched in Japan.
1928	Development of Ventilating Fan (Shutter Type): Company’s Ventilating Fan (Shutter Type) went into operation.
1956	The Merger: Established Osaka Denki Seiki Co., Ltd and became a member of Panasonic Group, later renamed to Matsushita Seiko Co. Ltd. A new KDK Trademark was registered in 1960.
1978	70th Anniversary Produced a special Desk Fan as a memorial gift to celebrate the 70th Anniversary.
1979	Establishment of Distributors Overseas The success prompted KDK to set up different distributors in Hong Kong, the Philippines, the Americas and Canada in a few years to explore sales.
1988	Relegations of Sales Representative KDK appointed Shun Hing Electric Works and Engineering Co. Ltd as its Hong Kong Sales Representative.
2001	Establishment of Sales Company in Indonesia PT. KDK Indonesia was set up to handle business prospects in Indonesia.
2002	Establishment of Sales Company in Malaysia KDK Fans (M) Sdn. Bhd. was set up to handle business prospects in Malaysia.
2003	Company Name Changed Matsushita Seiko Co. Ltd was renamed as Matsushita Ecology Systems Co., Ltd. and its Head Office moved from Osaka to Kasugai in Aichi.
2009	Entered a New Era 100th Anniversary for KDK.