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.
 
KDK in Malaysia

In April 2002, KDK Fans (M) Sdn. Bhd. (KDKM) was established in Petaling Jaya, Selangor , Malaysia .

KDKM is engaged in the sales and marketing of KDK brand of ventilation products with approximately 100 different models of Ceiling Fans, General Fans, Ventilating Fans, Air Curtains and Air Moving Equipment.

KDKM is supported by a wide network of more than 400 authorised dealerships. To serve its customers better, KDKM has a total of 15 services agents nationwide. KDK achieved total sales of RM120 million in the year 2008.

Moving towards 100 th year anniversary in 2009, it symbolizes KDK has achieved a top-brand in the past century and has been advanced to a new era of technology.

In conjunction with the 100 th year anniversary, KDKM will be launching 5 exclusive 100 th year anniversary models. There will be 2 models of Remote Control Ceiling Fans and 3 models of Ventilating Fans. These models are equipped with special features such as temperature sensor and human sensor and will be reviewed in detail during the launching which will be held in April 2009.


 
   
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