Stronger together. Better for you.
TOKAI HISTORY
As of January 1, 2026, these three industry leaders in carbon and graphite will officially come together under one umbrella, creating a stronger, more agile company built on shared values, deep expertise, and operational excellence. Together, we will deliver even greater value as your trusted partner in carbon and graphite solutions, precision machining, and advanced technology innovation.
Founded as Tokai Electrode Mfg. Co. Ltd. Business set up to provide a steady supply of quality graphite electrodes. Anticipated growth in electricity-using industries with healthy demand for carbon products. Was also a response to make effective use of the excess electricity at the time.
Electro Tech Machining was founded in 1936 in Long Beach, CA to serve the needs for the US Navy. Originally a marine specialty group, ETM found our niche rebuilding military engines for the naval bases in California’s South Bay area.
Electro Tech Machining expands, and the current building is constructed
Established Tokai Carbon America, Inc. in New York as an overseas subsidiary to strengthen Tokai Carbon's sales activities outside Japan. (Integrated with Tokai Carbon U.S.A., INC in September 1996)
MWI, Inc. and Tokai Carbon formed an equity partnership.
Tokai Carbon USA completes SiC SVD and purification facilities in Hillsboro, OR. MWI Inc. expands it’s machining capacity and manufacturing locations.
MWI Inc. invests in additional purification capacity to meet the requirements of demanding applications.
Electro Tech Machining invest in 5 axis capabilities with a machining envelope of 60” x 150” x 250 axis machining.
Electro Tech Machining doubles manufacturing footprint to support growth and increase capacity.
100-year anniversary of foundation
Investment in new Rochester, NY plant to meet the growing demand.
Tokai Carbon USA acquires KBR Inc., assuming control of MWI Inc. and Electro Tech Machining.
Tokai Carbon USA, MWI Inc., and Electro Tech Machining merged to form a single, unified organization. The surviving company is Tokai Carbon GS, Inc. This merger represents an exciting step forward as we combine our strengths, resources, and expertise to better serve you with carbon and graphite solutions.
OUR
MISSION
To provide innovative carbon and graphite solutions that drive progress and meet the evolving needs of our customers, while delivering an exceptional experience and upholding the highest standards of integrity and sustainability.
We look forward to continuing our partnership and building a stronger future together.