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Shimano American Corporation is the U.S. subsidiary of Shimano, Inc., founded in 1921 and headquartered in Sakai City, Japan. Shimano ranks as one of the world's leading manufacturers of bicycle parts and fishing tackle, as well as cold-forged products for the automobile and other industries. Shimano's 30 facilities in 22 countries provide a global network for the sales and distribution of its products worldwide. The company currently employs more than 7,000 people, and in 2005, its gross sales were approximately $1.5 billion.