アドバネクス List of Products and Services

Using analysis software and our accumulated experience and know-how, we provide an analysis service that predicts how products will respond to physical influences such as actual loads and vibrations in advance. The benefit of this analysis is that it allows for pre-analysis and simulation. - Will it perform as intended? - Will it not break during use? - Will the actual loads be calculated as expected? ⇒ We will solve these concerns. Finite Element Analysis Service Detailed Introduction Page https://www.advanex.co.jp/support/fea/

• Analysis Services

This is a service that allows customers to calculate the load and durability performance of coil springs and leaf springs on their own. It is completely free to use. If you would like to have springs manufactured based on the specifications you calculated, please contact us via the "Contact Button" on the page. We will provide you with a quote. *The calculation of durability performance is available only to our business partners. If you wish to calculate durability performance with free access, please contact us via the "Contact Button." Spring calculation page URL https://www.advanex.co.jp/calc/

• Prototype Services

This is an insert nut suitable for reinforcing the internal threads of resin substrates. It features a self-tapping function, eliminating the need for tapping and enhancing workability. With stop holes at both ends, it can be inserted from either direction without orientation. Additionally, the chips generated during insertion are completely collected by the stop holes, so there is no need for removal. It has threads on the inner diameter side, making it ideal for reinforcing the threads of substrates with low strength.

• Other machine elements

Unlike planar heating elements made from metallic materials such as nichrome wire, this is a material that heats uniformly across its entire surface. HEATNEX uses CNT as a resistive element and prints it onto a film, achieving a flexible heating material. By adjusting the transparency, it can be made close to transparent and can also accommodate specifications that allow light to pass through. 【Features】 ■ A flexible heating material that can heat uniformly across its entire surface. ■ Heats efficiently through heat conduction and far-infrared radiation. ■ Excellent thermal conductivity and thermal radiation, allowing for instant heating and cooling. ■ It is possible to create a lightweight planar heating element by forming electrodes with conductive paste, etc. ■ Capable of emitting about five times more far-infrared radiation than metallic heating elements. *Evaluation results are based on internal comparisons. 【Newly Developed Products】 High-Temperature Compatible Products - Heat Resistance: 200℃ (Standard Product: 80℃) Using polyimide as the substrate, it can heat at higher temperatures compared to standard products. Low-Voltage Compatible Products - Heat Resistance: 80℃ - Surface Resistivity: 30Ω/□ (Standard Product: 150Ω/□) It can be used at low voltage, making it widely applicable. *For more details, please download the materials or contact us.

• Other polymer materials

"Instant Lock" is a loose and drop prevention fitting that is suitable for long bolts such as hanging bolts and can be easily attached with just a light force. (Developed by the company Kirii Seisakusho) No tools or special skills are required, and it demonstrates stable performance due to the restoring force of the spring. It has also passed tests using an impact-type vibration testing machine compliant with the NAS3350 standard. It reduces the risk of falling construction materials, including suspended ceilings, and contributes to the safety of workplaces, stores, and residences. Other sizes besides w3/8 are also available, so please feel free to consult us. M8, M10, and M12 have been added. 【Features】 ■ Can be attached and detached instantly with one hand ■ No torque management required ■ Provides a long-term anti-loosening effect *For more details, please refer to the materials. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

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We will introduce a development case of Advanex's "compression spring." For a one-way clutch bearing for cars, it was necessary to assemble 32 springs to press 16 needles against the retainer. However, the assembly required a significant amount of labor, and the customer was looking for ways to reduce this workload. The machine setter decided to switch to an NC multi-forming machine and, through innovations such as preparing a subprogram, made it possible to combine two springs into one set. As a result, the assembly labor was reduced by half, and the customer's order management was also successfully simplified. [Case Study] ■ Challenge: Halving the number of parts and reducing the associated labor ■ Industry: Bearing manufacturer ■ Technology/Method: NC Multi-Forming ■ Delivery Time: 3 weeks ■ Final Product: Bearing *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce a development case of Advanex's "torsion spring." The customer was designing the spring themselves and was developing it by placing orders with a nearby spring factory they regularly do business with, but there were issues with durability. Due to the high difficulty of the project, engineers held direct phone meetings to design and draft springs that would not fail in calculations, and prototypes were created using an NC multi-forming machine at the Koriyama Prototype Center. By increasing the number of coils, we reduced sagging and adjusted the torque with fine angle adjustments. A total of five types of prototypes were produced, achieving the torque and durability requested by the customer. [Case Study] ■ Challenge: Achieving satisfactory durability ■ Industry: Switch manufacturer ■ Technology/Method: NC Multi-Forming ■ Delivery Time: 6 months after development request ■ Final Product: Joystick for industrial camera operation *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce a development case of Advanex's "leaf springs, tension springs, and conical springs." At that time, the customer was in the process of relocating their production base to Thailand, and it was urgent to establish a system for procuring parts locally in order to achieve further cost reductions. Since the parts were for digital single-lens reflex cameras, it was essential to have high technical capabilities as a prerequisite. Additionally, the customer placed great importance on the speed required for development, necessitating a quick response to design changes. All the local technical staff were Thai, but the staff from the Kashiwazaki factory provided technical support, enabling smooth mass production. [Case Study] ■ Challenges - Development speed - A proper prototyping system in Japan and the ability to share that technology with Thailand - Ability to respond to repeated design changes ■ Industry: General home appliance manufacturer ■ Technology/Method: Multi-forming, pressing, coiling ■ Delivery Time: One year after development request ■ Final Product: Mechanism parts for digital cameras *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce a case study of Advanex's "insert molding" development. The customer was supplying air conditioning connectors to a foreign automotive manufacturer, but the scattering of solder onto expensive chips on the circuit board was increasing the number of defective products, leading to worsened cost efficiency. A moderate depth of cut was necessary for the cover to move flexibly, requiring intuitive judgment rather than calculations or designs. Advanex's technology of double insert molding was utilized, resulting in a dramatic improvement in product yield, contributing to the stabilization of cost efficiency for the following 15 years. [Case Study] ■ Challenges - Easily protect expensive chips from solder scattering - Protect the circuit board without interfering during the soldering process - Ensure smooth insertion of components after soldering without causing damage ■ Industry: Switch Manufacturer ■ Technology/Method: Insert Molding ■ Delivery Time: 3 months after development request ■ Final Product: Electronic Circuit Board Connector *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce a development case of Advanex's "insert molding" for built-in antennas. Back in 2001, mobile phone antennas were pop-up types, but the idea emerged that by integrating the antenna, it would be possible to make the device smaller and improve its design. This led to the concept of housing the antenna inside the mobile phone casing to function as an antenna. The insert molding technician at Advanex proposed a pressing method that utilizes a spiral shape advantageous for reception. Ultimately, the insert molding technology was successfully applied for built-in antennas, leading to practical implementation. [Case Study] ■ Challenge: Develop a built-in antenna that is as small as possible and has high reception capability ■ Industry: Antenna manufacturer ■ Technology/Method: Insert molding ■ Delivery Time: 6 months after development request ■ Final Product: Built-in antenna for mobile phones *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce a development case of "Wire Forming" developed by Advanex. An incident occurred where the resin lens cover of a halogen lamp for medical institutions fell due to loosening fasteners caused by heat. It was nearly impossible to recall and repair the product, so it was essential that the customer's sales representative could easily perform the repairs themselves. The technical staff immediately created a handmade prototype based on years of experience. During the second meeting with the customer, they improved the pointed-out areas and presented a prototype processed by mass production machines. A week later, the countermeasure product was delivered. 【Case Study】 ■ Challenges - The customer's sales representative must be able to easily perform repairs. - No processing, such as drilling holes, was required. - Costs also needed to be minimized. ■ Industry: Medical device manufacturer ■ Technology/Method: Multi-forming ■ Delivery Time: 3 weeks after development request ■ Final Product: Lens Cover Holder *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce a case study of the "torsion spring" developed by Advanex. There was a request to calculate the appropriate load for the glove box, which was due in just one month, but they were unable to set the proper load. At the Koriyama Prototype Center, there are specialists in NC machines. Utilizing the advantages of the NC multi-forming machine, we presented variation samples with load adjustments centered around standard values, in increments of 1 Newton. We provided what was deemed to be the best load on the spot. Through repeated trial and error, such as improving the shape of the cut, we were able to deliver the product successfully within the customer's requested timeframe. [Case Study] ■ Challenge: Calculation of appropriate load for the glove box, deadline in one month ■ Industry: Resin parts manufacturer ■ Technology/Method: NC Multi-Forming ■ Deadline: One month after development request ■ Final Product: Torsion spring *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a development case of the "compression spring" developed by Advanex. The springs processed by the customer for products used in clean rooms were made of piano wire, and they requested to create springs made of stainless steel that are resistant to rust with similar specifications. Changing the material to stainless steel required a significant redesign of the spring, but we continued to propose designs without face-to-face meetings, confirming details along the way. After creating the proposal drawings, we improved the product's completeness through three prototypes and delivered the product 25 days after the inquiry. [Case Study] ■ Challenge: Rust-resistant stainless steel springs for products used in clean rooms ■ Industry: Factory equipment manufacturer ■ Technology/Method: Coiling ■ Delivery Time: 25 days after development request ■ Final Product: Air conditioning partition *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a development case of the "leaf spring" developed by Advanex. The trigger was cost reduction. A customer, who was forced to review their parts procurement, requested a quotation. Advanex decided to adopt processing with forming machines to compete against the processing done by competitors' press machines. This led to a significant cost reduction, and the mold costs were compressed to about half of the conventional amount. The customer, seeing the forming machine for the first time in the factory, was amazed by the equipment and management system. This deepened their trust in Advanex, and the development of other products is currently underway. [Case Study] ■ Challenge: High quality and cost reduction ■ Industry: Heavy electrical manufacturer ■ Technology/Method: Multi-forming ■ Delivery Time: One year after development request ■ Final Product: Radiator motor *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce a case study of the "anti-loosening nut" developed by Advanex. The customer's key request was simple: to create a revolutionary nut that utilizes the tightening force of a spring. To investigate numerous factors, we made design changes in three sizes: M8, M10, and M12, searching for and proposing the ultimate shape. As a result, after five years of development, we were able to collaborate on product development that satisfied the customer. We have received high evaluations from various industries, and increasing demand is expected in the future. [Case Study] ■ Challenge: To not loosen and to not break ■ Industry: Electrical materials manufacturer ■ Technology/Method: NC Multi-Forming ■ Delivery Time: 5 years after development request ■ Final Product: Nut for bolt fastening *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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Advanex has established a system that can handle everything from design, prototyping, and mass production domestically to mass production overseas in a seamless manner. We produce and supply cutting-edge technology from the optimal location for our customers, no matter where that may be. 【Overseas Locations】China, Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Indonesia, India, the United States, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Czech Republic

• Spring

The "Tangless Insert" is a female thread reinforcement that can be inserted without a tang using a special tool. Since the insert has no directional orientation, it can be inserted from either side. There is no need to break off or search for the tang after insertion, which reduces the work time to about one-third compared to conventional products, thereby improving work efficiency. 【Features】 ■ No skilled expertise required. Anyone can easily perform the task. ■ Minimal damage to the female thread during extraction. ■ Both manual and automatic extraction of the insert are possible. ■ A kit that includes manual insertion tools, drills, and taps is also available (3 products: M4/M5/M6). *For more details, please refer to the documentation. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

• Spring

It is significantly more effective than double nut loosening prevention measures and can reduce maintenance inspection processes. It also contributes to approximately 40% weight reduction. It can be easily installed using commercially available socket wrenches. It has passed tests using an impact-type vibration testing machine compliant with NAS3350 standards. The sizes range from M4 to M24. 【Product Features】 ○ Products conforming to the Japan Building Center evaluation (BCJ evaluation - LS0107-01, applicable to M12). ○ The loosening prevention performance of LockOne has been proven in tests using an impact-type vibration testing machine compliant with NAS3350 standards. ○ Lineup from M4 to M24. ○ Can be installed with commercially available 12-point socket wrenches. ◎ For more details, please download the catalog or contact us.

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Please feel free to consult us from the design stage. We will provide proposals tailored to your needs, including calculations for durability performance, considerations for manufacturability, integration of multiple parts into a single component, and introductions to new materials. We offer support for design, prototyping, and mass production in Japan, as well as overseas mass production in countries such as China, Vietnam, and Thailand.

• Spring

At Advanex, we have a wide variety of equipment, including our own multi-forming machines, general-purpose press machines, high-speed press machines, 250t link press machines, and NC machines. We can produce precision springs with thicknesses ranging from 30 microns to approximately 2.0 millimeters, not only domestically but also in overseas locations such as China and Thailand.

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We propose value-added solutions by transitioning products that were traditionally processed through cutting or pipe processing to deep drawing processing. By converting from cutting processes, we achieve not only cost reduction but also weight reduction. Furthermore, by transitioning from pipe processing, we also achieve high precision. At Advanex, we can accommodate various shapes through our unique manufacturing methods. Please refer to the attached photos for the shapes. 【Bulge Processing】 [Points] - Capable of processing bulge shapes in the middle section of tubular products. - Unlike conventional bulge forming, we can shape the bulge in the product's middle section using only molds. 【Giboshi Processing】 [Points] - Capable of processing with a necked shape (giboshi shape) at the tip. - By adding a neck to the product's tip, we can enhance the pull-out strength against vibrations. - Since the deep-drawn products are processed with giboshi, there are no seams in the product. 【Irregular Drawing】 [Points] - Through transfer drawing, we can achieve integrated forming from blanking to irregular drawing within a single mold. - Complex irregular shapes can also be formed within the mold. For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.

• Processing Contract

At Advanex, we possess all the technologies from press processing to injection molding and carry out production on a consistent line. We have injection molding machines ranging from 40 to 100 tons, capable of processing products from very small to medium-sized. We can design and manufacture everything in-house, from press molds to injection molds and automatic machines. This allows us to aim for reduced assembly man-hours, miniaturization, slimness, and high precision, while also proposing the best component designs for our customers. Additionally, we can also accommodate insert molding in the Dongguan area of China.

• Spring

Advanex, as a specialized company in precision springs, solves various issues for customers, including concerns about design, quality, and performance, as well as problems related to delivery times, overseas mass production, reduction of product environmental impact, and environmental risk management. In "INSPIRATION: Case Studies Volume 2," we introduce various solution examples, such as the insert molding of an electronic circuit board connector that became a long-selling product for 15 years due to a small idea, and a case that halved assembly labor and contributed to simplifying customer order management. [Featured Cases] ■ Antenna Manufacturer - Development of built-in antennas for mobile phones ■ Switch Manufacturer - A small idea that led to a 15-year long-selling product ■ Comprehensive Home Appliance Manufacturer - Design proposals and prototypes in Japan, mass production and delivery in Thailand ■ Switch Manufacturer - Challenges faced when working with a local spring manufacturer ■ Bearing Manufacturer - Innovations in processing that halved assembly labor *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Advanex, as a specialized company in precision springs, addresses various issues faced by customers, such as concerns regarding design, quality, and performance, as well as problems related to delivery times, overseas mass production, reduction of product environmental impact, and environmental risk management. In "INSPIRATION Case Study Collection 1," we introduce various solution examples, including the development of a locking nut, design proposals that changed customer perceptions, and the development of a lens cover holder that can be installed by salespeople in one minute. [Featured Cases] ■ Electrical materials manufacturer - Development of locking nuts ■ Heavy electrical manufacturer - Design proposals that changed customer perceptions ■ Factory equipment manufacturer - Prompt and friendly response to requests from customers inexperienced in spring design ■ Resin parts manufacturer - Leave it to the NC machine specialists ■ Medical device manufacturer - Development of a lens cover holder that can be installed by salespeople in one minute *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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