Cyanidec America celebrates 30 years in Torrance, highlights donation of 10 UPS units to support first responders

Makoto Hoshi, president of Cyanidec America, told city meeting attendees that the company is marking 30 years operating in Torrance and noted a donation of 10 uninterruptible power supply units intended to help keep first-responder systems running during emergencies.

"We actually came specifically to thank them for their donation of 10 uninterruptible power supply units that will be able to help the city keep our systems up and running in case of emergency, particularly for our first responders, for a fire and police, and our communications," Hoshi said. He described the equipment as supporting backup towers and protecting critical data.

Hoshi, who said he is originally from Japan, described the anniversary as "a celebration of longevity and success here in Torrance," and said the company recently expanded its space. He added that he hopes the city can "surface more of our local companies so that we can create more opportunities for our residents and our visitors." Hoshi also said he was "very honored to be here."

The remarks were ceremonial and no formal city action on the donation or on company expansion was recorded in the provided transcript. Hoshi did not specify the donor identified as "them," nor did he specify timing, locations, or terms for the expansion or the deployment of the UPS units.