Fujimak

Fujimak: comprehensive equipment for professional kitchens

Fujimak presents itself as a comprehensive provider of commercial kitchen equipment. Its activities cover the design, manufacturing, distribution, installation and ongoing maintenance of kitchen systems for food businesses. The company states it is a pioneer in this total supply model and structures its offering around five areas: kitchen planning, manufacturing and R&D, distribution and installation, customer support and global support.

Kitchen planning and custom solutions

The company argues that there is no standard kitchen and that each project responds to specific needs. It therefore prepares proposals that take into account the type of business, the environment, scale, budget and menu. Its kitchen plans incorporate energy efficiency, compact design and HACCP systems, drawing on its knowledge of industry trends and regulations.

In addition to catalogue solutions, Fujimak offers semi-custom adaptations and fully bespoke projects. Examples it mentions include modifying the number of burners or elements on a stove, exchanging heating components to achieve higher heat output, reworking modules to combine space efficiency and workflow, or designs that prioritise diners' line of sight.

Manufacturing, research and development

Fujimak integrates its manufacturing and sales functions, which allows customer feedback to be incorporated into the R&D process. The company works on technological reform and the development of combustion, drive, cooling and cleaning systems, both functionally and structurally.

Its largest manufacturing plant is located in Fukuoka and is described as a large-scale production base responsible for shipping products throughout Japan. According to the company's information, it is the only factory in Japan capable of manufacturing both heating and cooling equipment. This plant holds ISO9001 quality and ISO14001 environmental certifications. The company has also established manufacturing bases in Vietnam and Shanghai.

Distribution and installation

The company manages all phases of its projects in-house, from product manufacturing to nationwide distribution and installation systems. In addition to its manufacturing capacity, it maintains a distribution and installation network throughout Japan to ensure quality and service at every stage.

Customer support and global support

Fujimak has service locations in Japan that provide localised after-sales support. Its technical staff, trained through specialised programmes, are available 365 days a year to provide fast support. The company also organises live cooking events at its business locations, spaces where existing and prospective customers can learn more about its products and services.

Internationally, Fujimak has developed support systems for food businesses that extend beyond product development and sales. For customers opening businesses overseas, it offers support that includes design, construction and after-sales service. The company has established subsidiaries in Indonesia and the United States, according to announcements on its site.

Product catalogue

Fujimak's catalogue is organised into several equipment families:

• Heating equipment: Combi Oven and Vario series combi ovens, ovens, gas stoves, induction hobs, griddles, salamanders, fryers, steamers, noodle boilers, warmers, tilting pans and Chinese ranges.
• Cooling equipment: reach-in models, under-counter models, blast chillers and freezers, showcases, food coolers and prefabricated refrigerators.
• Bakery equipment: compact convection ovens, deck ovens, dough conditioners, proofers, mixers and moulders.
• Rice cooking equipment: automatic rice cookers, rice storage, rice washers and countertop rice cookers.
• Washing and sterilising equipment: door-type dishwashers, under-counter dishwashers, conveyor dishwashers, instrument washers, steriliser cabinets and ultraviolet sterilisers.
• Vacuum packaging machines: countertop and floor-standing models.
• Cooling and warming carts: manual and automatic.

The site also mentions specific solutions such as the Teppanyaki griddle, the Jet Oven and the island kitchen, within its product and special content sections.

Case studies and international presence

Among the case studies the company showcases are the Ryukyu Hotel & Resort - Nashiro Beach, the Fresh bakery "Un Fil" and the Iwata entre nous project. The company maintains a manufacturing and distribution network spanning Japan, Vietnam, Shanghai, Indonesia and the United States, and offers global support for opening food businesses overseas.