Began production of tool cabinets. Physical Distribution Control Systems Division (following Automated Systems Division) was established.

Developed Japan's first multi-storied auto storage and retrieving system (AS/RS).

Developed Japan's first AS/RS for hazardous items.

Developed Japan's first AS/RS for freezing temperature (-40 °C)

Developed Japan's first computer controlled automatic guided vehicle (the "Robo" family) in partnership with Digitron.

Flexible Manufacturing System (FMS) began operation at the Inuyama Factory.

Completed Japan's first "single-unit FMS" for diverse product, super-small quantity manufacturing.

Developed SKY-RAV, an automated overhead traveling vehicle.

Developed Japan's first laser-guided automated transportation vehicles (LGV)

Developed the Muratec-Schmidt steel belt sorter (in partnership with the Schmidt Co.)

Clean Systems Division was established.

Developed Japan's first vertical "Windmill" with docked sorting equipment.

Developed Japan's first manned/unmanned forklift, the Teach-In.

Developed Japan's first super-high-rise AS/RS (50 m).

Integrated Automated Systems Division and Clean Systems Division into Logistics & Automation Division.