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Shima Seiki Mfg. Ltd. engages in the development, manufacture, sale, marketing and service of computerized flat knitting machines. Its operations are carried out through the following segments: Flat Knitting Machines, Design Systems, Glove and Sock Knitting Machines, and Others. The Flat Knitting Machines segment carries out the manufacture and sale of computerized knitting machines and semi-jacquard knitting machines. The Design Systems segment deals with the manufacture and sale of computer design systems and apparel CAD/CAM systems. The Glove and Sock Knitting Machines segment engages in the manufacture and sale of seamless glove and sock knitting machines. The Others segment includes knitting machine and design system parts business as well as repair and maintenance business. The company was founded by Masahiro Shima on February 4, 1962 and is headquartered in Wakayama, Japan.