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Our company also handles precision machining using diamond compact (PCD) that combines high hardness, wear resistance, low friction coefficient, and impact resistance. Typically, jigs used in production equipment are made from materials like cemented carbide to achieve long service life, but with diamond compact (PCD) machining, the base material can be made from relatively inexpensive materials like SUS, and by bonding diamond to the parts where the workpiece is installed, we achieve both long service life and low cost. To manufacture products tailored to customer requirements, we select types and sintered body sizes from the design stage and bond them with other metals. Depending on the product's application and conditions, we use either "brazing" or "adhesion" without applying heat for bonding. We will create the drawings after the diamond is attached. We can handle everything up to the quality inspection after processing in one go! 【Available Range】 We can accommodate high precision down to the micron (1/1000mm) level! 【Transaction Records】 - Automotive industry - Semiconductor industry 【Machined Product Examples】 - Chuck jaws - Nozzle tips - Measuring probes - Bonding only in areas with high wear frequency, etc. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Processing Contract

Are you finding that the number of suppliers increases and management becomes complicated due to the feasibility of responding when procuring equipment parts? With Hirosho Nexus, we can propose processing locations that meet your needs at the best price from a procurement network of over 600 companies both domestically and internationally, making it possible to reduce management effort and manufacturing costs. Additionally, we have our own inspection and design assembly department, allowing us to handle everything from product quality inspection to unit assembly and post-assembly precision guarantee! 【Benefits We Offer】 ■ Parts without drawings can be created from actual items! ■ By utilizing a high-level procurement network, we can handle everything from parts procurement to unit assembly and subsequent precision guarantee, reducing the effort of delivery management and manufacturing costs! ■ Stabilization of quality and shortening of delivery times through our in-house inspection system. ■ Production based solely on 3D drawings is also possible! ■ We can accommodate various materials! *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Assembly Jig

Our company, which solves customer challenges on a daily basis, receives various concerns. Among them, we would like to introduce three common issues regarding the overseas procurement of processed parts. 1. Quality Quality issues are arguably the most important factor in the production of processed parts. Especially for precision components, where geometric tolerances require micron-level accuracy, there is anxiety about whether to entrust an unfamiliar overseas factory. 2. Lead Time If there are issues such as deficiencies in the invoice that require verification of the cargo's intended use or material during customs procedures, the cargo can be held for about 1 to 5 days. This means that overseas transportation carries more risks regarding lead time compared to domestic shipping. 3. Additional Processing and Modifications If you want to make additional modifications to products received from overseas, there are few manufacturers that will handle just the additional processing, and sending items back to overseas factories is cumbersome. To address these concerns, we at Koshou NEXUS have established a procurement network of over 650 companies, both domestically and internationally, along with our own quality assurance system to resolve issues related to quality and lead time. We can also handle urgent additional processing and modifications through our domestic partner manufacturers, so feel free to entrust us with requests for additional processing only. 　　　　　　　　↓↓ Please take a look at our case study materials! ↓↓

• Processing Jig
• Assembly Jig

Hiroshou NEXUS Co., Ltd. has steadily developed as a specialized trading company focused on the field of special products in the manufacturing industry since its establishment. As the sophistication of products and diversification of information have progressed, the demands from our customers and supplier manufacturers have become increasingly varied. We aspire to be a company that continues to provide solutions that our customers truly need from a global perspective. 【Business Activities】 ■ Machine Tools ■ Procurement of Processed Products ■ Machinery and Equipment ■ Facility Construction *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Special Processing Machinery

Our company, as a specialized grinding and polishing tool trading company, handles a variety of machine tools. Through global procurement of tools, we can significantly reduce initial costs, provide support systems based on domestic standards through our local subsidiaries, and achieve cost reductions for in-house manufactured cutting tools by supplying blank materials. 【Main Products (Excerpt)】 ■ Cutting Processing - Rotary Tools (Drills / Reamers / End Mills) - Turning Tools (Cutting Inserts) ■ Grinding Processing - Precision Grinding Products (Rolls / Discs / Sheets / Belts) - Industrial Brushes *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Other cutting tools

The "Processed Goods Procurement Service" allows for the efficient procurement of processed goods through bulk requests. Thanks to a wide-ranging network both domestically and internationally, we achieve significant cost reductions while maintaining high quality. We also handle additional processing and surface treatment, which other companies may shy away from when it comes to supplied materials. Additionally, we offer a "Reverse Engineering Service" for parts without drawings. 【Features】 ■ Direct global procurement ■ Extensive range of materials ■ Wide processing capabilities ■ Urgent response ■ Additional processing support *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other services

Our company offers a wide range of solutions, including the design and manufacturing of custom equipment, conveyors, and processing machines. We provide support from the conceptual stage of new line installations to aftercare. With the synergy of tools, processed products, and construction projects, we can respond to various unforeseen circumstances. So if you have requests such as "I want this kind of processing" or "I want this kind of conveyance," you can trust us to handle it with confidence. 【Benefits】 ■ You can consult from the conceptualization of custom machines. ■ The synergy with processed parts and construction projects reduces the hassle of outsourcing everything and helps lower costs. ■ We can also accommodate modifications to existing equipment. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Machinery and equipment installation/dismantling/relocation

Our company is committed to achieving a 100% good product rate and thoroughly implements quality control. Through feedback on inspection results to our partner companies and regular audits on-site, we strengthen our relationships and carry out quality improvements in collaboration with our partner companies. Additionally, our quality assurance team conducts analysis and evaluation of new partner companies, and by developing, analyzing, and evaluating procurement sources that align with our customers' needs, we are advancing the expansion of a stable procurement network. 【Equipment Owned (Partial)】 ■ Three-dimensional measuring machine ■ Image dimension measuring instrument ■ High-performance height measuring instrument ■ Measuring microscope ■ Hardness testing machine *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other inspection equipment and devices

The construction business of Hirosho NEXUS Co., Ltd. collaborates with numerous specialized companies in various fields to meet your needs and expectations. By coordinating various subcontractors such as sheet metal, can manufacturing, electrical work, and plumbing, we can undertake projects on a consolidated basis. We have received authorization from the Governor of Aichi Prefecture for "scaffolding and earthworks" and "installation of machinery and equipment." 【Features】 ■ Reduction in the number of meetings ■ Reduction in adjustment efforts ■ Clarification of responsibility divisions ■ Many achievements with major manufacturers *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• LAN construction and wiring work

Our company provides "design and precision assembly" services, including the design and drafting of tools and machine parts. The "design service" can be consulted even from the conceptual stage without drawings, and improvements to existing parts and tools, as well as actual product transcriptions, are also possible. Regarding the "precision assembly service," by procuring parts in bulk and assembling them in-house, we can reduce the management workload and intermediate margins for our customers. Additionally, with our own inspection equipment, we can guarantee precision after assembly. 【Scope of Design Services】 ■ New design ■ Improvement ■ Actual product transcription ■ CAD conversion ■ 3D modeling ■ 3D data outsourcing *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Circuit board design and manufacturing

Hiroshō NEXUS Co., Ltd. has established its own quality assurance, design, and assembly departments. The quality assurance department provides stable quality. It is possible to create new designs from the conceptual stage, generate drawings from existing products, and guarantee precision after assembly. Additionally, by procuring parts in bulk and assembling them in-house, we can reduce the management workload and intermediate margins for our customers. 【Design Service Contents】 ■ New Design ■ Improvement ■ Existing Product Transfer ■ CAD Conversion ■ 3D Modeling ■ 3D Data Outsourcing *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Other inspection equipment and devices

We would like to introduce a case study that demonstrates the suppression of heat dissipation and cost reduction. There are various areas within the factory that emit heat, and in such places, there are risks of burns from contact and heatstroke during the summer. By installing the "Nichigra Jacket" manufactured by Nihon Glass Fiber Industry Co., Ltd. on these heat sources, we were able to solve these issues. It has minimal aging and can be used for a long time, and it is also easy to attach and detach, ensuring good maintainability. 【Case Overview】 ■Challenges - Reduction of electricity costs - Reduction of CO2 emissions ■Effects - With an installation of 1.13m² and an operating time of 4000 hours, an annual reduction of approximately 70,000 yen was achieved. - The heat transfer rate was reduced to one-tenth before and after installation. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other safety and hygiene products

We would like to introduce a case where heat dissipation was suppressed and costs were reduced. There are many areas in the factory that generate heat, and in such places, there are risks of burns from contact and heatstroke during the summer. By installing the "Nichigra Jacket" manufactured by Nihon Glass Fiber Industry Co., Ltd. on these heat sources, we solved the issues. It has minimal aging deterioration, can be used for a long time, and is easy to attach and detach, ensuring good maintainability. [Case Overview] ■Challenges - Reduction of electricity costs - Reduction of CO2 emissions ■Effects - With an installation of 1.13m² and an operating time of 4000 hours, an annual reduction of approximately 70,000 yen was achieved. - The heat transfer rate decreased to one-tenth before and after installation. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other safety and hygiene products

We would like to introduce a case study where heat dissipation was suppressed and costs were reduced. There are many areas within the factory that emit heat, and in such places, there are risks of burns from contact and heatstroke during the summer. By installing the "Nichigra Jacket" manufactured by Nihon Glass Fiber Industry Co., Ltd. on these heat sources, we were able to solve the issues. It has minimal aging deterioration, can be used for a long time, and is easy to install and remove, ensuring good maintainability. 【Case Overview】 ■Challenges - Reduction of electricity costs - Reduction of CO2 emissions ■Effects - With an installation of 1.13m2 and an operating time of 4000 hours, an annual reduction of approximately 70,000 yen was achieved. - The heat transfer rate was reduced to one-tenth before and after installation. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other safety and hygiene products

We would like to introduce a case study that demonstrates the suppression of heat dissipation and cost reduction. There are many areas within the factory that emit heat, and in such places, there are risks of burns from contact and heatstroke during the summer. By installing the "Nichigra Jacket" manufactured by Nihon Glass Fiber Industry Co., Ltd. on these heat sources, we solved the issues. It has minimal aging deterioration, can be used for a long time, and is easy to attach and detach, ensuring good maintainability. 【Case Overview】 ■Challenges - Reduction of electricity costs - Reduction of CO2 emissions ■Effects - With an installation of 1.13m2 and an operating time of 4000 hours, an annual reduction of approximately 70,000 yen was achieved. - The heat transfer rate was reduced to one-tenth before and after installation. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other safety and hygiene products

We would like to introduce a case study that demonstrates the suppression of heat dissipation and cost reduction. There are many areas within the factory that emit heat, and in such places, there are risks of burns from contact and heatstroke during the summer. By installing the "Nichigra Jacket" manufactured by Nihon Glass Fiber Industry Co., Ltd. on these heat sources, we were able to solve these issues. It has minimal aging and can be used for a long time, and it is easy to attach and detach, ensuring good maintainability. 【Case Overview】 ■Challenges - Reduction of electricity costs - Reduction of CO2 emissions ■Effects - With an installation of 1.13m² and an operating time of 4000 hours, an annual reduction of approximately 70,000 yen was achieved. - The heat transfer rate decreased to one-tenth before and after installation. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other safety and hygiene products

We would like to introduce a case study that demonstrates the suppression of heat dissipation and cost reduction. There are many areas within the factory that emit heat, and in such places, there are risks of burns from contact and heatstroke during the summer. By installing the "Nichigra Jacket" manufactured by Nihon Glass Fiber Industry Co., Ltd. on these heat sources, we were able to solve these issues. It has minimal aging degradation, can be used for a long time, and is easy to attach and detach, ensuring good maintainability. 【Case Overview】 ■Challenges - Reduction of electricity costs - Reduction of CO2 emissions ■Effects - With an installation of 1.13m2 and an operating time of 4000 hours, an annual reduction of approximately 70,000 yen was achieved. - The heat transfer rate was reduced to one-tenth before and after installation. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other safety and hygiene products

Here is an example of a proposal for reusing chucks through laser cladding. The chuck jaws wore out in two months, leading to frequent downtime. This resulted in increased replacement labor and decreased operating rates, creating problems. Additionally, due to the high cost of the parts needed to create new jaws, production costs became high, making it difficult to implement improvements. By using a wear-resistant material for the cladding, we extended the lifespan, reduced maintenance costs, and increased operating rates. [Case Overview] ■ Challenges - Reduction in replacement labor through extended lifespan and increased operating rates - Reduction in running costs ■ Key Points - Laser cladding allows for high functionality only in the used areas, making it cost-effective - Near-net shape cladding reduces post-processing costs *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Processing Contract

Here is a case study introducing a proposal for reusing chucks through laser cladding. The chuck jaws wore out within two months, leading to frequent stoppages. This resulted in increased replacement labor and decreased operating rates, creating various issues. Additionally, due to the high cost of the parts needed to create new jaws, production costs became prohibitively expensive, making it difficult to implement improvements. By using a highly wear-resistant cladding material, we extended the lifespan of the chucks, which led to reduced maintenance costs and increased operating rates. [Case Overview] ■ Challenges - Reduction of replacement labor through extended lifespan and increased operating rates - Reduction of running costs ■ Key Points - Laser cladding allows for high functionality only in the used areas, making it cost-effective - Near-net shape cladding reduces post-processing costs *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Processing Contract

We would like to introduce a case where we proposed the unification of transport pallets. In the manufacturing process at the customer's factory, different specifications of pallets were used for each of the three processes: cutting, super finishing, and cleaning, which required product changeover work. This also took up the workers' time and led to a decrease in work efficiency. After unification, work efficiency improved by eliminating the changeover work for each process. 【Key Points】 ■ Drawing creation through physical transfer ■ Proposing suitable technologies to the customer from numerous partner companies ■ Precision assurance in the quality assurance department *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• palette

We would like to introduce a case where we proposed improvements and installation for cleaning brushes. Dust generated from the workpieces accumulated on the transport pallets, causing them to stick to other workpieces and leading to production delays. As a result, daily cleaning of the transport pallets was necessary, which took about an hour each day, making it very inefficient. To address this, we installed a brush that automatically cleans during transport. This led to improved work efficiency and reduced labor costs. [Challenges] - Improving the efficiency of transport pallet cleaning - Further enhancement of the existing brush - Since the equipment cannot be stopped or moved, measurements and drawings need to be taken on-site - Measures are necessary to prevent operational errors after brush installation *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• palette
• Other cleaning tools

We would like to introduce a case where an electronic display device linked to the status was installed on a transport cart. There were concerns that it was difficult to understand the direction of travel and work status when the transport cart was in operation, and that safety was not ensured during third-party passage. We proposed the installation of an electronic display device on existing carts. The specifications allow for the status of the transport cart to be easily understood from a distance, not only indicating the direction of travel but also during transport and loading. This greatly contributed to ensuring safety within the factory, and our clients were very pleased with the results. [Challenges] - We want to make it possible to understand the status of the transport cart from a distance. - We want to clarify the direction of travel and ensure safety within the facility. - We want to improve while keeping costs as low as possible. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Indicator Light

We would like to introduce a case where an electronic display device linked to the status of a transport cart was installed. There were concerns that it was difficult to understand the direction of travel and the work situation when the transport cart was in operation, and that safety was not ensured during third-party passage. We proposed the installation of an electronic display device on existing carts. The specifications allow for the status of the transport cart to be easily understood from a distance, not only indicating the direction of travel but also showing the condition during transport and loading. This greatly contributed to ensuring safety within the factory, and the feedback was very positive. [Challenges] ■ We want to make it clear what condition the transport cart is in, even from a distance. ■ We want to clarify the direction of travel to ensure safety within the facility. ■ We want to improve while keeping costs as low as possible. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Indicator Light

We would like to introduce a case where we took on the complex task of relocating equipment as a single order and managed it entirely. We received a consultation from a customer group that needed to move equipment between factories to consolidate their production lines, but they could not allocate time for construction management and schedule management. By implementing our proposal for comprehensive management of the equipment relocation project, we were able to streamline communication and trouble resolution, as the point of contact was consolidated from consultation to project completion. [Challenges] ■ We want to smoothly relocate and start up production equipment within the designated timeframe. ■ Cost reduction. ■ We want to simplify the management of various contractors and processes. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other services

We would like to introduce a successful case of outsourcing a unit jig that includes complex elements. We received an inquiry from a customer who manufactures in-house unit jigs for automotive parts, expressing their desire to outsource the jigs but facing difficulties due to the high complexity of the jigs, which hindered the outsourcing process. We proposed a 3D design for the unit jig based on the work data, and through in-house assembly and 3D measurement, we ensured high precision after assembly. We also completed the adjustment of various sensor detection positions in-house. [Case Overview] ■ Challenges - Outsourcing of unit jigs - Development of partner companies capable of handling "3D design," "design precision guarantee considering part stacking tolerances," and "sensor detection position adjustment." ■ Benefits - The customer can focus on their core business as they only need to provide the workpieces. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Inspection fixture

We would like to introduce a case where we proposed measures to address wear on transport pallets due to material changes and assembly. We received an inquiry from an automotive parts manufacturer regarding wear on the bottom of pallets in their production line, which resulted in wear debris adhering to the workpiece tips. In response, we proposed several types of materials that matched the customer's requirements and created comparison materials for each type. The wear area was addressed by changing the material, eliminating foreign matter adhesion. By making it an assembly type, the outer part of the pallet can be used permanently, significantly reducing costs. 【Case Overview】 ■ Issues - Change to a material that is less prone to wear than the current material - Suppress foreign matter adhesion to the workpiece ■ Effects - The wear area was resolved by changing the material, eliminating foreign matter adhesion - Only the worn top plate and board can be replaced on-site, making pallet replacement easy *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• palette

We would like to introduce a case where the lifespan of dressers was extended by utilizing high-quality single crystal diamonds from a grinding wheel manufacturer. To maintain high precision, diamond dressers had a short lifespan, leading to high tool costs and the hassle of replacing grinding wheels. Therefore, we analyzed the current dressers with the grinding wheel manufacturer and changed the shape of the single crystal diamond from a prism to a special shape, as well as increased the number of single crystal diamonds for improvement. 【Case Overview】 ■Challenges - Extension of dresser lifespan - Reduction of dresser replacement hassle ■Effects - Improved retention of diamonds, suppressing wear of the tip shape - Significant extension of dresser lifespan *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Grindstone

We would like to introduce a case where we contributed to the establishment of inspection methods for urethane products. When inspecting urethane products manufactured in Japan overseas, there were discrepancies in the measured values between Japan and overseas, leading to a persistently high rate of dimensional defects. Therefore, we collaboratively analyzed the causes of defects in the current products with our customers. Using our equipment and measurement know-how, we proposed optimal methods, maintained a quality assurance system even in fluid management, and continuously reduced the defect rate. [Case Overview] ■Challenges - Suppressing variations in measurement values due to temperature changes - Reducing dents in workpieces caused by contact measurement ■Effects - Inspection methods were established, suppressing variations in measurement values - Successfully reduced the defect rate in overseas acceptance inspections continuously *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other inspection equipment and devices

We would like to introduce a case where we proposed the extension of a mezzanine and the addition of a clean room to the production factory of an automotive parts manufacturer. In this factory, materials were stored in a clean room, but due to increased production, there was a shortage of storage space. They were struggling because the existing room was set up on the mezzanine, making it difficult to relocate to another area. By creating additional space, the factory's capacity improved. Since the extension could be made in the originally required location, unnecessary work was avoided, and a decrease in operational efficiency was prevented. [Case Overview] ■ Issues - Want to increase storage space despite having no surplus space ■ Effects - By creating additional space, the factory's capacity improved - Increased product stock capacity led to improved production efficiency *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other clean room equipment and facilities

We would like to introduce a case study of how we proposed the installation of roller conveyors for each product number to improve the efficiency of product storage space. As a background, there was a pressure on product storage space due to a rapid increase in production volume, leading to storage by pallet and cart, which made it difficult to manage first-in, first-out (FIFO) and the number of products as well as product number management. With our proposal, managing product numbers and keeping track of the number of products became easier, and the alignment of products through natural inclination ensured reliable FIFO. 【Case Overview】 ■ Issues - Improvement of product storage environment - Desire to make product number and quantity management easier - Enhancement of overall visibility in the workspace ■ Effects - Improved visibility in the workspace, contributing to the prevention of contact accidents during work *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Conveyor

Here is an example of a proposal for improvements to eliminate chocolate stops caused by brush entanglement. In the processing stage of the customer's production line, brushes were frequently getting entangled with the workpieces, leading to frequent chocolate stops. Our company thoroughly investigated the cause in collaboration with our partner companies and proposed standardizing the arrangement of the bristles and the outer dimensions. This resolved the entanglement issue, resulting in zero chocolate stops. [Case Summary] ■ Issues - Thorough investigation and resolution of the cause of brush entanglement - Standardization of bristle arrangement and outer dimensions, extension of replacement intervals ■ Effects - Replacement intervals extended by 250%, reducing running costs - Management of outer dimensions and bristle arrangement has enabled long-term quality stability *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Brush

We would like to introduce a case where we reduced the storage space for work transport carts at our company. With 50 to 60 transport carts in operation, we proposed the creation of foldable carts to address the issue of space being cramped when not in use. By using a green frame, we were able to design a solution that fits the customer's usage environment while achieving low-cost implementation. 【Case Overview】 ■Challenges - Reduction of space occupied by transport carts - Improvement at low cost ■Effects - The space occupied by carts on-site was reduced to 1/10 - The introduction of storage lanes made storage locations easier to understand, improving 5S activities *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Trolley

We would like to introduce a case where we proposed the design and implementation of an automatic forming machine at our company. In a production line of an automotive parts manufacturer, the person in charge of the grinding wheel forming process retired. However, there was no successor, and they consulted us, stating that there was no time to train someone from scratch. At our company, we are capable of equipment design utilizing the know-how we have cultivated over many years as a tool trading company. We were able to standardize a process that required specialized skills and had become dependent on specific individuals. 【Case Overview】 ■ Issues - Early development of forming technicians - Formulating solutions within a limited timeframe ■ Effects - Standardization of processing quality - Reduction of labor costs through automation *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Grindstone

We would like to introduce a case where the decrease in operating rate in the automatic measurement process was improved. In the automatic measurement process using a three-dimensional measuring machine, the operating rate of the machine decreased due to unnoticed equipment errors. We proposed an improvement using a wristwatch-type receiver to notify the operators of signals for "start and end of measurement" and "error occurrence." [Case Overview] ■ Issues - Operators in remote locations need to be immediately aware of "measurement completion" and "error occurrence." - Improvement of the operating rate of the three-dimensional measuring machine. ■ Effects - Reduced downtime of the three-dimensional measuring machine, significantly improving the operating rate. - Reduced unnecessary movement to check the operating status of the three-dimensional measuring machine. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• 3D measuring device

We would like to introduce a case where we achieved a 30-fold extension of the lifespan of end-face grinding wheels compared to conventional methods. In the end-face processing of automotive engine parts, CBN resin bond was traditionally used, but there were challenges due to its short lifespan and the considerable effort required for replacement setup. Therefore, we proposed changing from CBN resin bond to CBN soft metal bond. The results exceeded our goals significantly, to the extent that the customer themselves suggested a price increase. [Case Summary] ■Challenges - Reduction of the effort required for wheel replacement - Reduction of running costs ■Effects - Achieved approximately 30 times the lifespan compared to conventional methods - The results exceeded our goals significantly, prompting the customer to suggest a price increase themselves. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Grindstone

We would like to introduce a case where we designed and improved the oil supply port for processing equipment at our company. We received a consultation regarding a production line at a customer's facility where the oil supply port was located in a recessed area between equipment, leading to a constant need for awkward working positions, resulting in very poor work efficiency. In response, we proposed extending the oil supply port using products from Koshou Design, which resulted in a 50% reduction in work time. Additionally, the oil level became easier to see, eliminating any processing defects due to running out of oil. [Case Summary] ■ Issues - Wanted to make oil supply work easier - Ensured safety during work - Processing defects occurred due to difficulty in seeing the oil level, leading to a level of 0 ■ Effects - Improved safety by eliminating the need for awkward postures during supply work *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other processing machines

We would like to introduce a case where we dramatically reduced the running costs of pallets. In an automotive parts production site, there was a problem where the transport pallets were worn out, causing a loss of positional accuracy and resulting in downtime. To address this, we improved the design to allow for the replacement of only the worn areas, extending the lifespan of the pallet itself. The worn parts can now be easily replaced on-site, resulting in zero downtime. 【Case Overview】 ■ Challenges - Extending the lifespan of transport pallets - Reducing the replacement costs of worn pallet bodies ■ Effects - New production cost @40,000 → Replacement type @10,000, achieving a 1/4 cost reduction - Material change from HPM1 to carbide, increasing lifespan by four times *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• palette

We would like to introduce a case where improvements progressed rapidly through edge analysis using our own equipment. To reduce tool costs, the customer was advancing improvement activities such as extending the life of drills and resolving breakage issues, while searching for solutions. In this context, we conducted edge observation with our measuring equipment and analyzed the welding and wear conditions. The stalled improvement activities began to move forward, resulting in reduced tool costs through extended tool life. [Case Summary] ■Challenges - Resolution of drill breakage due to chip clogging - Reduction of tool costs and drill replacement labor ■Effects - Breakage caused by chip clogging was resolved - Successful improvement of processing conditions, leading to reduced cycle time *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• drill

We would like to introduce a case where we achieved the development of a groundbreaking grinding belt using a new special raw material that had not been used at all until now. In the process of removing the black scale from the workpiece, we collaborated with our customers to prototype various belts with the aim of improving the grinding power sustainability of the grinding belt. We proposed the use of a special raw material (aggregate) that had not been used before, successfully achieving a significant improvement in lifespan and ensuring stable surface roughness. 【Case Overview】 ■ Challenges - To simultaneously achieve improvements in "grinding power sustainability," "familiarity," and "surface roughness." ■ Results - The birth of a "groundbreaking grinding belt." *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Belts and pulleys

We would like to introduce a case where we developed a special flange that allows for the simultaneous use of multiple grinding wheels. The customer's issue was that due to "warpage" and "waviness" in the workpiece, impurities on the surface could not be completely removed in a single processing pass. To address this, we designed a flange that enables the simultaneous use of grinding wheels with different abrasive grains and hardness on a single grinding machine, successfully eliminating the issue of grinding wheel disengagement and removing impurities in one pass. 【Case Overview】 ■ Challenges - Remove impurities in one pass even with workpieces that have "warpage" and "waviness" - Reduce processing time and enhance production capacity ■ Effects - Significant reduction in processing time, successfully enhancing production capacity without additional equipment investment - Contributed to improved accuracy in production planning by clearly establishing a "one pass only" plan *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Grindstone

We would like to introduce a case where we achieved the elimination of molded grinding stones for diamond dressers at our company. Due to the instability of the dresser's precision, we were using general grinding stones to shape the dresser itself, which is usually unnecessary and incurs wasted costs. By enhancing the precision of the diamond tip radius and the fixed angle of the diamond, as well as improving the regularity of the diamond arrangement, we improved the quality of the dresser. [Case Overview] ■Challenges - Reduction of the shaping process for the dresser itself - Reduction of dressing frequency ■Effects - Reduced the shaping process for the dresser itself - Shortened the dressing shaping after replacement to 350 times *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Grindstone

We would like to introduce a case study on ensuring safety in production factories. At an automotive parts manufacturer's factory, the boundary between the roadway and the sidewalk was only marked by white lines and barrier reels, which did not ensure pedestrian safety. Therefore, we proposed the installation of a pedestrian-vehicle separation safety fence. With our comprehensive management, the process from consultation to completion of construction can proceed smoothly. [Case Overview] ■ Issues - Ensuring pedestrian safety - Visualizing the condition of vehicle access points ■ Effects - Ensuring safety within the factory premises - Reducing the occurrence of accidents by making the condition of the work area easier to understand *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other safety equipment

We would like to introduce a case where we proposed a two-layer structure for the chuck rubber lining. In the customer's production line equipment, the rubber at the tip of the chuck was worn down over time, exposing the metal and causing scratches on the workpiece. With our unique idea of implementing a two-layer rubber structure, we were able to resolve this ongoing issue all at once. Since we can design in-house, we can propose a review of the chuck's structure. [Case Overview] ■Challenges - Visualization of the wear condition of the tip rubber - Standardization of replacement timing ■Effects - By making the wear condition easier to understand, we achieved zero scratches on the workpiece - By standardizing the replacement timing, early replacements were eliminated, resulting in reduced running costs *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Chuck