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In 1921, Komatsu was founded as a small construction machinery repair shop in the city of Komatsu on the west coast of Japan by the entrepreneur Meitaro Takeuchi (Maitaro Takeiichi). This was preceded by the organization in 1917 Komatsu Iron Works Division for the production of coal and mining equipment. To do this, engineers working in Komatsu, have been trained in Europe and the US, focusing on the international level. The company's foundation date is May 13, 1921, when Komatsu Iron Works separates from Takeuchi Mining Co., and becomes Komatsu Ltd.