Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Charlotte, North Carolina
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Since 1987
Sato America, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, manufactures auto-identification and labeling solutions, including industrial thermal printers, print engines, and RFID-embedded tags and labels. Founded in 1987, the company operates as a subsidiary of Japan's SATO Corporation and employs roughly 200 to 500 people. It serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, plumbing-hardware, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. In 2025 it introduced CL4NX Plus cushioning, a product aimed at reducing CO2 emissions.
Sato America at a glance
Revenue
2.1M
Employees
200-500
Founded
1987
Headquarters
Charlotte, North Carolina
Ownership
Publicly traded (TYO: 6287)
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
1342
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Medical
Plumbing & Hardware
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
1342
Named foreign suppliers
46
Top origins
Singapore · Malaysia · Japan · Hong Kong S.A.R.
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Sato America.
What this tells a buyer
No customs data is on record, so the most recent reported development is the April 2026 featuring of its S8408 print engine in Diagraph's E-Series.
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and lists products spanning thermal printing, labeling, and coating-related materials.
Its annual revenue band is listed at 2.1M, and it is the U.S. arm of a publicly listed Japanese parent, SATO Corporation.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & strong
39 years in operation (founded 1987).
Publicly listed; no distress event on record.
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Sato America, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, manufactures auto-identification and labeling solutions, including industrial thermal printers, print engines, and RFID-embedded tags and labels. Founded in 1987, the company operates as a subsidiary of Japan's SATO Corporation and employs roughly 200 to 500 people. It serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, plumbing-hardware, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. In 2025 it introduced CL4NX Plus cushioning, a product aimed at reducing CO2 emissions.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1987 |
Headquarters | Charlotte, North Carolina |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | 2.1M |
Ownership | Publicly traded (TYO: 6287) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Sato America makes
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and lists products spanning thermal printing, labeling, and coating-related materials.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Emissions, Plastic, Adhesive, Coating (source: satoamerica.com).
Certifications
Sato America is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — sato-global.com
ISO 45001 — sato-global.com
ISO 9001 — satoamerica.com
Trade and customs footprint
No customs data is on record, so the most recent reported development is the April 2026 featuring of its S8408 print engine in Diagraph's E-Series. US customs bill-of-lading records list 1342 inbound shipments across 46 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Singapore · Malaysia · Japan · Hong Kong S.A.R..
Latest developments
2026-09-24 — Thank you to our partners and resellers who stopped by to learn more about our new products; CL-SXR, Fusion, and Inkjet Label Solutions. Together, we're building stronger partnerships, driving innovation, and unlocking … | SATO America (linkedin.com)
2026-05-26 — SATO America Streamlines B2B Payment Management with ChargeOn (cyntexa.com)
2026-04-13 — SATO's S8408 Print Engine Featured in Diagraph's E-Series
| SATO (satoamerica.com)2025-10-12 — Regarding the Possibility of Information Leakage at Overseas Group Companies (satoamerica.com)
2025-06-11 — SATO Innovates CL4NX Plus Cushioning for CO2 Reduction (satoamerica.com)
2025-05-21 — Loftware and SATO Unveil Cloud-Connected Label Printing Solution for Supply Chain Efficiency and Agility
| SATO (sato-global.com)
Company details
Its annual revenue band is listed at 2.1M, and it is the U.S. arm of a publicly listed Japanese parent, SATO Corporation. Sato America was founded in 1987, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 39 years in operation (founded 1987). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Sato America make?
Sato America, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, manufactures auto-identification and labeling solutions, including industrial thermal printers, print engines, and RFID-embedded tags and labels. Founded in 1987, the company operates as a subsidiary of Japan's SATO Corporation and employs roughly 200 to 500 people. It serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, plumbing-hardware, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. In 2025 it introduced CL4NX Plus cushioning, a product aimed at reducing CO2 emissions.
Where is Sato America headquartered?
Sato America is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina (14125 S Bridge Cir, Charlotte, North Carolina, 28273-6747).
When was Sato America founded?
Sato America was founded in 1987.
How big is Sato America?
Sato America has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the 2.1M range.
Is Sato America publicly traded?
Publicly traded (TYO: 6287). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.
What certifications does Sato America hold?
Sato America lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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Location & contact
Phone
+1 704-644-1650
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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