About SHOWA

• SHOWA^® is a fully integrated manufacturer of both household and industrial hand protection. We work with the very latest in technological advancements with a renewed focus on creativity and innovation.

  SHOWA^® is solely focused on the start-to-finish manufacturing of both household and industrial hand protection. In 1954 SHOWA developed the world’s first fully coated PVC glove, which changed the face of hand protection. We pride ourselves in offering the highest level of hand protection for nearly every pursuit in our target markets. We achieve this by offering our users highly innovative products that provide the touch of precision, and functionality in a vast array of applications that span the globe. Our robust investment in R&D, and product development readily adapts to users needs and the shifts in global demand for new and innovative products. “Always innovating. Never imitating”.

  

• As our global market share increases, we evaluate future economic information and demographic trends when developing new products, which is necessary to compete in the dynamic global marketplace.

  SHOWA has an established global business system and distribution that requires a balance of being nimble, while rapidly responding to changing demands. We are committed to emerging markets and supporting clean energy industries, which requires a committed group of forward-thinking professionals.

  

• Company philosophy

  SHOWA^® is renowned for both quality and innovation. We achieve this by utilizing the latest resources in technology, understanding PPE standards, and ensuring our customers that we will not settle for anything short of the highest level of quality hand protection. Consistent quality, every time. This foundational belief is one of the major reasons SHOWA’s products are well-known, respected and worn by millions of people around the world.

  

• Company Name

  SHOWA founded in 1954. Mr. Tanaka, the founder of SHOWA in 1954, embedded the following key elements in his founding philosophy and vision. Which is, corporate strength is gained with our respect for harmony, by taking personal responsibility for our actions, and to focus on being the best person we can possibly be within our individual capabilities. Each person must have integrity, and the personal empowerment to build trusting relationships within our company, and, equally important, with our customers. This business philosophy, when diligently practiced, inspires mutually prosperous connections with our customers.

  

• Brand Logo, designed for the future

  SHOWA^® implemented and launched a global rebrand in 2014, our 60th anniversary. The brand, hand logo and tagline reflects the modern and enduring characteristics of our great company. The font is unique to SHOWA, and the fingers above the “O” represent a SHOWA glove former. The color pallet is a mixture of vibrant green, with a strong black and bright white hue. The new tagline is a tribute to the pioneering spirit of our company and commitment to carry that same dedication into the future,　“Always innovating. Never imitating” expresses an attitude and determination to bring new technologies and innovations to the marketplace. This is our commitment to our employees and our customers.