1949

First radiators produced by DENSO in Japan. These were the Plate Fin Type design.

1961

First Fin and Tube Type radiators were produced by DENSO.

1967

DENSO began manufacturing aluminium radiators in Japan.

1971

Radiators with electric motor fan units first produced by DENSO.

1972

DENSO established in Australia.

1973

DENSO began Corona Heater production.

1975

DENSO commenced radiator production in Australia and introduced Fin and Tube radiators with denser core configurations. These provided significant performance advantages over the radiators then used in Australia.

1981

Electric fans first manufactured in Australia by DENSO (Ford Laser).

1985

DENSO first manufactured plastic tank radiators (Toyota Corolla) in Australia.

1988

Research and Development Centre opened.

1997

DENSO began producing aluminium radiators in Australia. Victorian Premier, Jeff Kennett attends DENSO Manufacturing Australia’s 25th Anniversary.

1998

DENSO in Australia transferred production for all new model Original Equipment (OE) radiators to aluminium.

2001

DENSO ceased production of copper/brass cores in Australia. DENSO now exclusively produces aluminium cores locally. Production of service parts in copper/brass is conducted by DENSO manufacturing plants overseas.

2003

DENSO awarded radiator contract for Ford BA Falcon