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We can accommodate production of extremely small lots starting from just a few dozen units. The molded products are rigid urethane molded items using our unique silicone rubber molds. We can collaborate with customers from product development to mass production. These are suitable for applications such as exterior covers for medical devices and testing equipment, as well as various industrial equipment exterior covers. 【Features】 ■ No expensive molds required ■ Production in a short period is possible ■ Production from extremely small lots is acceptable ■ Free painting expression is possible ■ High design flexibility in terms of shape *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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The molded products use a manufacturing method that does not require expensive molds and utilizes unique silicone rubber molds. There is a high degree of design freedom in terms of shape, allowing for production from illustrations and drawings. Our molding technology makes it possible to create materials that will never rot or decay, such as wood, or rocks that are impossibly light. Additionally, from the production of master models to product manufacturing, everything is reliably produced domestically. The molding process, painting finishing process, inspection, packaging, and shipping processes are all integrated within our own factory. 【Features】 ■ No expensive molds that take a long time to produce are required at all ■ Rapid prototyping to mass production is possible ■ Production from very small lots is possible with our unique silicone rubber molds ■ Realistic texture reproduction and free painting expression are achievable *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce the hard polyurethane treatment and the dioxin issue. Dioxins are primarily generated as by-products during combustion processes such as waste incineration and in the manufacturing processes of organochlorine chemicals, with municipal waste incinerators identified as a major source. Among the raw materials for hard polyurethane, chlorinated substances include freons and flame retardants; however, the materials we use do not contain either of these. [Our Initiatives] ■ The raw materials we use do not contain freons or flame retardants. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce hard polyurethane and environmental issues. Our company has been addressing environmental issues for some time now. We have introduced high-pressure injection machines that do not require cleaning agents, and we have been using raw materials that do not use fluorocarbons (specific fluorocarbons and alternative fluorocarbons) as foaming agents. Please feel free to contact us if you have any requests. [Our Initiatives] ■ Introduction of high-pressure injection machines that do not require cleaning agents ■ Use of raw materials that do not use fluorocarbons as foaming agents *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Rigid polyurethane is a fascinating material with incredible creative versatility that can be applied infinitely. Anything can be reproduced in fine detail as long as a mold is prepared. By changing the specific gravity, a limitless variety of applications can be obtained, ranging from heavy to light, with excellent thermal insulation properties and high strength. Our company has adopted a system that allows us to promptly respond to your ideas with advanced technology and strict quality control. Please feel free to contact us with your requests. 【Our Strengths】 ■ We are always committed to developing new products. ■ Our system allows us to promptly respond to the realization of ideas with advanced technology and strict quality control. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce exterior covers made of rigid urethane as general industrial components. These include molded foam products and control panels coated with acrylic urethane, as well as front doors, keyboard covers, and exterior covers for inspection equipment made from non-foamed molded products, and developer machine tanks. They can be used in a wide range of fields, including exterior parts for industrial machinery and medical equipment. 【Exterior Covers as General Industrial Components (Partial List)】 ■ Control Panels ■ Front Doors ■ Keyboard Covers ■ Exterior Covers for Inspection Equipment ■ Developer Machine Tanks *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We introduce interior and craft products made with rigid urethane. They realistically reproduce the feel, texture, and quality similar to natural materials. We offer display Buddhist statues with stone-like painted finishes, wooden carved Buddhist statues, and wooden carved and painted bongos (musical instruments). They are also suitable for furniture components, building materials, interior and exterior materials, and decorative crafts. 【Interior and Craft Products (Partial)】 ■ Display Buddhist Statues ■ Wooden Carved Buddhist Statues ■ Wooden Carved Six-Body Shrine ■ Bongos (Musical Instruments) ■ Wooden Carved Lighting Frames *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce collaboration items made with rigid urethane. These include a "display plate" with a painted finish and hot stamp processing on the raised lettering, a "wood-carved style display sign" with a painted finish and embossed lettering, and a "ship's wheel style storefront sign" with a bronze-like painted finish on the inside and a wood-carved style painted finish on the outside. We propose a more impactful display layout with three-dimensional image visuals. 【Collaboration Items (Partial)】 ■ Display Plate ■ Product Display Tray ■ Wood-Carved Sign ■ Wood-Carved Barrel-Shaped Storefront Sign ■ Wood-Carved Style Display Sign *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Here is an introduction to the dimensions of "hard polyurethane." For molding with silicone rubber molds, the dimensional tolerances required are as follows: ±1.0mm for up to 50mm, ±1.5mm for 51 to 200mm, ±2.5mm for 201 to 600mm, and ±3.0mm or more for 601 to 1000mm. Please feel free to contact us if you have any requests. 【Required Dimensional Tolerances】 ■ Up to 50mm: ±1.0mm ■ 51 to 200mm: ±1.5mm ■ 201 to 600mm: ±2.5mm ■ 601 to 1000mm: ±3.0mm or more *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Here is an introduction to the thickness of rigid polyurethane. Molded products made from rigid polyurethane are not as impact-resistant compared to other general-purpose plastic materials. Therefore, to produce sound molded products, a foam molding process requires an average thickness of 10mm or more, with a minimum thickness of 4mm in certain areas. In addition, for non-foamed molding, an average thickness of 6mm or more and a minimum thickness of 2mm in certain areas are necessary. 【Required Thickness】 ■ Foam Molding - Average Thickness: 10mm or more - Minimum Thickness in Certain Areas: 4mm ■ Non-Foamed Molding - Average Thickness: 6mm or more - Minimum Thickness in Certain Areas: 2mm *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce the molding process of rigid polyurethane (foam molding). In the molding process, a recoat is injected into the master model and then removed from the mold. After that, a barrier coat is applied to the mold. Polyol and isocyanate are mixed and injected. After pressing in and curing the foam, the product is removed from the mold, and tasks such as deburring and repairing pinholes are carried out. Drilling and insert processing are also performed. Finally, painting, assembly, and inspection are conducted before shipping. 【Molding Process (Part)】 1. Molding 2. Forming 3. Processing 4. Painting 5. Assembly *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce the materials and painting treatment of rigid polyurethane. The materials can be broadly classified into two types: foamed molding with a specific gravity of about 0.2 to 0.3, and non-foamed molding with a specific gravity of about 1.1. For painting treatment, acrylic lacquer painting and acrylic urethane painting are standard. Please confirm during the design phase, especially if weather resistance and chemical resistance are required. [Materials] ■ Foamed molding: Specific gravity of about 0.2 to 0.3 ■ Non-foamed molding: Specific gravity of about 1.1 *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Here is the flow of how rigid polyurethane molded products are created. First, please let us know the overall shape, size, and the "form" you want to express, even if it's just a sketch or rough drawing. We can produce original made-to-order products starting from about 50 pieces. After that, we will create a master model, produce a prototype, and once the prototype is approved, we will move on to mass production. Everything is made to order. 【Process】 ■STEP1: Shape ■STEP2: Quantity ■STEP3: Prototype ■STEP4: Mass Production *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Rigid polyurethane does not use molds for shaping. First, a master model (the product to be made) is created using a wooden model or similar, and then a silicone rubber mold is made from that. Mass production molding is done using the silicone rubber mold. Therefore, the costs for molds only require the initial expenses for creating the master model and the costs for making the molding frame to create the silicone rubber mold. [Reasons for Low Mold Costs] - Only the initial costs for making the molding frame are required. - The cost of the silicone rubber mold is a consumable, so it is amortized through the product cost based on the production lot. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce the rigid urethane that we handle. It is a polymer (plastic) generated by mixing and reacting two main raw materials (polyol/isocyanate). By changing the formulation and molding methods, it is a resin that is widely used in a range from soft to semi-rigid to rigid (foamed to non-foamed). 【Features】 ■ Generated by mixing and reacting polyol/isocyanate ■ Widely used in a range from soft to semi-rigid to rigid (foamed to non-foamed) *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Here are the benefits of rigid urethane. We can accommodate small production runs (approximately 50 units per lot). Since the model is made using wooden molds, we can achieve short lead times. Additionally, in the case of design changes or shape modifications, partial adjustments to the wooden mold can be made quickly. Furthermore, the more complex the shape, the greater the economic benefits, and we can produce molded products such as thick and uneven parts. 【Benefits】 ■ Quantity: Can accommodate small production runs (approximately 50 units per lot) ■ Model: Short lead times due to production with wooden molds ■ Shape: More complex shapes yield greater economic benefits ■ Design: Freedom in design focusing on product functionality, aesthetics, and process simplification ■ Surface treatment: Surface treatment through painting is possible *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce the features of rigid polyurethane molding. Since it can be molded using simple mold shapes, the investment in mold costs is minimal, and the production period is relatively short, making it easy to produce small quantities of various products. Additionally, because it is molded using silicone rubber molds, the release taper can be adjusted freely, and it is possible to mold parts with partial reverse tapers. 【Features】 ■ Realistic reproduction of the texture and feel of the material ■ Capable of molding large items, thick items, and items with uneven thickness ■ Easy simultaneous molding with inserts such as wood and metal ■ Mass production of complex designs is possible ■ Surface finishing can be freely painted ■ Excellent weather resistance, chemical resistance, and thermal insulation *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce the applications of rigid urethane. Starting with POP-related items such as promotional display stands, in-store and indoor signs, and fixtures, it is also suitable for furniture-related items like doors, ceiling decorations, and sculptures. Additionally, it can be developed for applications related to clocks, miscellaneous goods and crafts, building materials, and low-voltage electrical items. Please feel free to contact us if you have any requests. 【Applications (partial)】 ■ POP-related: promotional display stands, in-store and indoor signs, fixtures, premiums ■ Furniture-related: doors, ceiling decorations, sculptures, armrests, decorative table legs ■ Clock-related: clock frames, clock decorations ■ Miscellaneous goods and crafts: picture frames, art crafts, Buddha statues, mirror frames ■ Building materials: door panels, exterior walls, window frames, door decorations, transom floor columns, wall panels *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where we manufactured a "dumbbell dummy." The dumbbell, which looks heavy at first glance, is actually ultra-lightweight. By using foamed materials during the molding process, it can be finished to be lightweight. Additionally, the dumbbell marked as 5KG actually weighs only 125g, allowing it to be displayed on paper boxes or thin glass cases. 【Case Overview】 ■ Weight: 125g ■ Processing Method: Rigid foamed polyurethane molded product / Polyurethane painted finish *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce our case study of "Concrete Block Texture" production. The texture of concrete is realistically reproduced. The weight is about 1/7 of that of real concrete, making it significantly lighter than the real thing, and shapes that cannot be achieved with real concrete can be easily mass-produced. By using real rebar (with an aging paint finish), we enhance the authenticity of the concrete appearance. 【Processing Method】 ■ Rigid polyurethane foam molded products / Polyurethane paint finish *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce examples of our "wood texture" production. The oak grain is reproduced exactly as it is. Shapes that cannot be mass-produced with real wood can be recreated without compromising the texture of the wood, allowing for easy mass production. Additionally, using metal plates enhances the authenticity. Please feel free to contact us when you need our services. 【Processing Method】 ■ Rigid polyurethane foam molded products / Polyurethane coating finish *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where our company produced "simulated stone." Reproducing the texture of granite. It becomes possible to mass-produce shapes that cannot be made with real stone. Additionally, even with non-foamed molded products, the weight can be finished at less than half that of real stone. Please feel free to contact us when you need our services. 【Processing Method】 ■ Rigid non-foamed urethane molded products / Special coating finish *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce an example of our production of "sleepers (wood-like materials)." Sleepers (wood-like materials) are essential items for garden creation. Unlike real sleepers, they do not deteriorate over time, so there are no splinters or cracks that develop. Additionally, since we do not use any anti-termite or preservative agents, they are safe and secure for small children to touch. Of course, since they are not made of wood, termites will not infest them. 【Processing Method】 ■ Rigid polyurethane foam molded products / Polyurethane painted finish *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where our company manufactured a "lighting frame." Due to the high degree of freedom in silicone rubber molding, we excel at molding free curves, and we can reproduce textures such as wood grain that are indistinguishable from real wood. Furthermore, for large molded products, we can significantly reduce initial mold costs compared to injection molding molds, while dramatically increasing design flexibility. We can also accommodate production from small lots. 【Processing Method】 ■ Rigid polyurethane molded products / Polyurethane painted finish *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other lighting equipment

We would like to introduce a case where our company manufactured a machine part called "inlet." Generally, it was produced using PVC cutting, but we replaced it with a rigid polyurethane molded product. This allowed for weight reduction and cost savings. Please feel free to contact us when you need our services. 【Processing Method】 ■Rigid polyurethane molded product / Polyurethane painted finish *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where our company produced "gable decorations" for residential building materials. The exterior decoration has a texture that can easily be mistaken for actual metal processing products. Although it gives a sense of the weight of metal due to its texture, it is actually very lightweight and enhances safety. Its lightweight nature simplifies installation, and there is no concern about corrosion, which is often seen in metal products, even in places where sea breezes blow. Since this manufacturing method does not require molds, it is easy to create a variety of shapes. Additionally, because it can be painted afterward, a wide range of color variations can also be easily achieved. 【Processing Method】 ■ Rigid polyurethane foam molded products / Polyurethane paint finish *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where we produced "Gichiku" (Bamboo-like material). We have reproduced even the very slight nodes on the surface of bamboo, which are difficult to recognize with the eyes. As a result, when you hold it, you can feel the same texture as real bamboo through your fingers. Additionally, unlike real bamboo, it does not decay or splinter, and it is water-resistant, allowing for easy washing with water if it gets dirty. 【Processing Method】 ■ Rigid polyurethane foam molded product / Polyurethane coating finish *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where we manufactured a "control cover." This is a mass-produced item that does not have enough quantity to warrant the creation of a mold, and due to its complex shape with uneven thickness, it cannot be handled by vacuum forming. Such problems can be solved. When the quantity is not sufficient for injection molding and the design quality is not satisfactory with vacuum forming, consider this method, which can reproduce sharp edges and allows for the integrated molding of mounting bosses on the back side. 【Case Overview】 ■ Problem - Mass-produced items that do not have enough quantity to warrant the creation of a mold - Molding products that cannot be handled by vacuum forming due to complex shapes with uneven thickness ■ Solution - Sharp edges can be reproduced - Mounting bosses can be integrally molded on the back side *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where we manufactured a "water supply inlet." It is a one-piece molded product made by inserting pipe materials. The clean texture, reminiscent of ceramics, is recreated through painting. Additionally, it does not require expensive molds even for small production runs, allowing for relatively inexpensive manufacturing. 【Processing Method】 ■ Rigid non-foamed urethane molded product / Urethane painted finish *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where we manufactured a "switch cover." By creating a master model from 2D drawings or 3D data and molding it, we can achieve free-form shaping. This method does not require molds, making it particularly suitable for small production runs. Additionally, because it can be molded even with uneven thickness or without draft angles, the design freedom is significantly increased. This is especially suitable for molded products with high design aesthetics that utilize complex curved surfaces. 【Processing Method】 ■ Rigid non-foamed urethane molded products / Urethane painted finish *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce an example of our company producing "mock bamboo." The level of reproduction is so high that one might think it is real bamboo. By incorporating a core material and molding it simultaneously, we can increase strength and ensure the safety of the molded products. Additionally, the processing method is rigid polyurethane foam molding with a polyurethane coating finish. Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. 【Processing Method】 ■ Rigid polyurethane foam molding / Polyurethane coating finish *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Contract manufacturing

We would like to introduce a case where we produced a "model (ear)." The processing method is rigid non-foamed urethane molded products with urethane paint finish. Complex shapes can be relatively easily produced using this method. Additionally, we can accommodate small-scale production starting from a few dozen pieces. Please feel free to contact us when you need our services. 【Processing Method】 ■ Rigid non-foamed urethane molded products / Urethane paint finish *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Contract manufacturing

We would like to introduce an example of when our company produced "dental models." The processing method is rigid non-foamed urethane molded products with a painted finish. Various shapes and original designs can be produced in small quantities. Please feel free to contact us when you need our services. 【Processing Method】 ■ Rigid non-foamed urethane molded products / Painted finish *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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This document includes the characteristics of "rigid urethane," which is formed through a chemical reaction when mixing two raw materials: polyol and isocyanate. It provides a detailed explanation of properties and benefits, as well as information on materials and thickness. Additionally, the procedures for molding rigid urethane are also introduced. Please take a look at Hermes' commitment to "manufacturing." [Contents (partial)] ■ Characteristics of rigid urethane ■ Benefits of rigid urethane ■ About materials ■ About thickness ■ About dimensional tolerances *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Rigid polyurethane is molded through a chemical reaction that occurs when two raw materials, polyol and isocyanate, are mixed together. The polyurethane we handle is a rigid polyurethane that is characteristic of general-purpose plastics. It allows for relatively easy molding of complex designs that are difficult to achieve with molded products made from general-purpose plastics, such as uneven thicknesses and thick-walled products, as well as complex designs required in mold (molded) forming. Additionally, the high degree of design freedom and the ability to produce in small quantities make rigid polyurethane molded products a canvas for our customers' creative ideas. 【Features】 ■ Relatively easy to achieve complex designs ■ Achieves a texture that is more realistic than the real thing through painting ■ Can be modified in a short period of time through partial model corrections ■ High degree of design freedom and capable of production in small quantities ■ Improved weather resistance for outdoor use *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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In our manufacturing process, we take molds from the actual master model (the original type) using silicone rubber, allowing us to realistically reproduce the fine texture of the master model material. By applying unique technology to this realistic texture, we can achieve a feel that is almost identical to the real thing, while boasting durability and water resistance that surpasses that of the original. This method enables us to realize our customers' infinite ideas, allowing for the realistic reproduction and mass production of products that cannot be mass-produced with real materials. 【Features】 ■ Realistic reproduction of the fine texture of the master model material ■ Durability and water resistance that exceed those of the original ■ Realistic reproduction of products that cannot be mass-produced with real materials ■ No need for expensive molds even for small lots ■ Excellent cost performance *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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"Urethane imitation wood" has a texture and feel that is so realistic it can be mistaken for natural wood. It allows for free design, color, and styling options. It has excellent durability against rain and termites. Additionally, it is possible to easily increase product variations at a low mold cost. 【Features】 ■ Lightweight, making it easy to work with and putting less load on buildings ■ Excellent durability against rain and termites ■ Easy to increase product variations at a low mold cost ■ Free design, color, and styling options ■ Does not suffer from corrosion, cracking, or splintering like natural wood *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Wood products