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The "Tagnova" is a compact electric tug designed for efficiently performing horizontal transport tasks. With its compact body and small turning radius, it can effectively utilize limited indoor space. The maximum speed can be regulated in five stages at 6, 7, 8, 9, or 10 km/h to comply with indoor speed restrictions. The boldly cut design of the rear battery hood allows for direct visibility of the drawbar from the operator's position, making coupling work easier. 【Features】 ■ Reliable transport with a single charge thanks to the AC motor and high-capacity battery ■ Easy operation even for first-time users ■ The driving OPS system contributes to accident prevention when the operator is away ■ Available in both stand-up and seated types ■ No license required for operation For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

The "Tag Nova H" is a compact electric tug with a rated towing capacity of 4.0 to 6.0 tons. It serves as a powerful partner for improving horizontal transport efficiency, playing a vital role in parts replenishment on production lines and long-distance transport of large quantities of goods. We offer both standing and seated types in our lineup. *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.*

The "Tagnova Remote Control Model" is a compact electric tug designed for efficient horizontal transport operations. With remote control operation, it significantly reduces the time lost during boarding and alighting, contributing to the efficiency of transport tasks. *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.*

The "Unieleca Kururu" is an electric towing vehicle that demonstrates agile mobility in factories, markets, and stations, resembling a scooter. It is equipped with a compact charger that is compatible with household power sources. Despite its compact size, it has a strong towing capacity of up to 600 kg (including the weight of the cart). It can navigate narrow aisles easily and, when paired with the "4WS cart skipper," which allows for S-turns and U-turns, efficiency is further enhanced. 【Features】 ■ Scooter-like accelerator and brake ■ Easy-to-get-on-and-off step and seat height ■ Can be coupled (with 4WS cart) ■ All carts pass through the same track, allowing smooth passage through narrow aisles (with 4WS cart) ■ No license required to operate For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

The "Towing Tractor 3.5-4.5ton" powerfully supports hard towing operations at airports and ports with its powerful engine, numerous safety features, and comfortable equipment. Equipped with a Toyota industrial vehicle engine that delivers high torque and high output, it achieves a balance of strength and fuel efficiency. Its robust power for towing demonstrates significant effectiveness in transporting heavy loads. 【Features】 ■ Engine that balances strength and fuel efficiency ■ Gently supports tough tasks ■ Strongly backs up safe operations ■ Highly reliable braking system ■ Durable frame with a welded integrated structure *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

In this document, we present reports on cases where our company has responded comprehensively to customer needs, from management strategies to on-site challenges. We include various examples from bus companies, transportation companies, and cosmetics factories. By leveraging our extensive logistics know-how to create a total system, we achieve efficiency in management. We propose logistics solutions that are well-suited to our customers. [Featured Cases] ■ Automating in-house logistics through Kaizen aimed at becoming a "Future Factory" ■ Doubling transport efficiency through the automation of transport operations with the introduction of key carts ■ Automating warehouse operations by utilizing Rinova AGF tailored to time slots and work content ■ Improving storage and operational efficiency through proposals for suitable equipment and on-site improvements ■ Continuously achieving a 95% parts shipping rate within 24 hours *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

The "3TE25" is a new electric towing tractor with towing and climbing capabilities equivalent to those of an engine-powered vehicle. It features two independent, high-output, high-efficiency sealed AC drive motors on each side. This enables powerful driving and towing performance comparable to that of engine-driven towing tractors, allowing for long hours of operation. The vehicle structure and water intrusion measures have been implemented to achieve waterproofing equivalent to IPX4. This ensures safe use even for towing tractors primarily used for outdoor work. 【Features】 ■ High-efficiency AC motor and AC drive system ■ Excellent maneuverability ■ Hill assist ■ Anti-roll back ■ Excellent front and rear visibility *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation's Kawasaki Plant has implemented our "Tagnova Remote Control Vehicle" and "Key Cart." At this plant, efforts were being made to improve productivity and on-site logistics efficiency based on the fishbone concept. The Key Cart, which allows for inexpensive and detailed customization according to needs, has utilized mechanisms to achieve further efficiency. Its outstanding cost-effectiveness has been recognized, and it is currently in operation in various processes within the plant. [Key Points] - Tagnova effectively utilizes both manual and automated operations. - Key Cart + mechanisms achieve further efficiency. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

We would like to introduce a case where our "Simple AGV Key Cart" was implemented at the Kawasaki Sales Office of Nest Logistics Co., Ltd. The company was conducting product shipping, transportation, and storage operations using a manpower-intensive approach, and the challenge was to create a system that could reduce working hours and personnel replenishment. After the implementation, it became possible to use forklifts in conjunction with the system, which was difficult with conveyors, achieving "semi-automation centered around human operators" and doubling transportation efficiency. [Key Points] - Automation of transportation operations has doubled transportation efficiency. - Reduced transportation work by forklifts, decreasing the mixing of personnel and lifts, thereby improving safety. - Work can continue using the Key Cart even during power outages. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where our "Rinova AGF" was implemented at the Shin-Sapporo Logistics Center of Nippon Express Co., Ltd. The center was facing a serious issue with a shortage of forklift operators. After the implementation, we achieved a reduction in manual forklift operations and a shortening of vertical handling work time through three utilization methods: "automation of nighttime shipping preparation tasks," "assistance with morning shipping tasks," and "assistance with daytime receiving tasks." [Key Points] - Complete automation of nighttime manual forklift operations through the automation of shipping preparation tasks - Reduction of vertical handling work time by resolving inventory stagnation with the auto-lifter - Improved work efficiency through flexible switching between unmanned and manned operations *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where our "mobile racks" were implemented at Nakamuraya Co., Ltd., which engages in seafood processing, food manufacturing, and sales. The company found that their own frozen warehouse was insufficient for storing raw materials and products, and they were considering improvements to their storage and management methods. After implementation, storage efficiency increased, allowing them to store approximately three times the amount in the same warehouse, which also led to a reduction in warehouse rental costs and labor expenses. [Key Points] - The introduction of mobile racks increased storage capacity by approximately three times. - By consolidating to a single warehouse, rental costs and labor expenses were reduced. - The implementation of location management reduced the time spent searching for products, shortening overall work time. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

We would like to introduce a case where our "Simple AGV Key Cart" and "Automated Warehouse Rack Sorter B" were implemented at Naris Cosmetics Co., Ltd., a long-established cosmetics manufacturer in Hyogo. The company faced the challenge of how to efficiently produce a large number of products when establishing a new factory. With the implementation, they were able to manage inventory at the individual packaging and bucket levels, achieving speedy inbound and outbound logistics of the necessary quantities at the right time. [Key Points] - Achieved efficient small-lot production of various products through the collaboration of the Key Cart and Rack Sorter B. - Realized automation of transportation tasks using hand trucks. - The introduction of the Key Cart has led to an increased awareness among employees regarding improvements. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

We would like to introduce a case where our "Automated Warehouse Rack Sorter P" and "High-Speed Rail-Mounted Mobile Sorter" were implemented at Zaiko Co., Ltd., which sells agricultural products and specialty items from Kagoshima Prefecture. Due to limited land, the company had few storage spaces and had to adjust production based on shipping conditions. After the implementation, not only did the storage capacity dramatically increase, but efficiency was also improved through the automation of inbound and outbound logistics. 【Key Points】 ■ The introduction of the Rack Sorter P maximized the use of upper space, significantly increasing storage capacity. ■ The use of the Mobile Sorter streamlined the transportation of products between warehouses and the inbound and outbound processes. ■ Inventory across three warehouses is centrally managed, reducing management workload. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where we participated in the project regarding the establishment of the Global Parts Center at DMG Mori Seiki Co., Ltd.'s Iga plant from the engineering perspective. On the hardware side, we adopted separate storage by packaging and three-dimensional storage using automated warehouses, improving the volume ratio by approximately 1.5 times. Additionally, we implemented four types of automated warehouses to achieve suitable storage and inbound/outbound operations based on the size and characteristics of the parts. On the software side, we introduced the Toyota Comprehensive Logistics Management System (Toyota WMS). By providing optimal picking routes, even inexperienced staff can perform efficient inbound and outbound operations, leading to a reduction in shipping lead times. [Key Points] - The adoption of separate storage by packaging and three-dimensional storage improved the volume ratio by approximately 1.5 times. - Four types of automated warehouses achieved suitable storage and inbound/outbound operations based on size. - The introduction of Toyota WMS resulted in a reduction in shipping lead times. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

We would like to introduce a case where we participated as a partner in the opening project of Trusco Nakayama Corporation's large logistics center, "Planet Saitama." The center is characterized by the use of advanced material handling equipment, aiming for automation as much as possible. By achieving thorough efficiency through the harmony of people and machines, we were able to reduce the workforce to less than half of that of the company's usual logistics centers. [Key Points] - Automation through advanced material handling equipment, reducing the usual workforce by over 50% - Thorough efficiency achieved through the harmony of people and machines *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where we provided one-stop support from engineering to the selection and design of equipment for the new parts center established by Amada Co., Ltd., including operations and operational improvement assistance. We built an overall optimal solution that addressed issues from the old center, such as the reliance on workers' experience for picking operations and the improvement of inventory management methods as it continued to grow. In the completed new parts center, we have achieved further improvements in operational efficiency and shipping accuracy by continuously implementing operational enhancements after it became operational. [Key Points] - One-stop support for everything from engineering to operations - High-frequency shipping items utilize racks, while low-frequency shipping items make use of automated warehouses that leverage space *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where our company undertook comprehensive supervision for the construction project of the Shinjuku Rurikoin Hakurenge Hall at Muryōjū Mountain Kōmyō-ji. With the design theme of "a beautiful temple that will last for 300 years," we achieved a temple with high design quality and seismic and durability features, with the collaboration of renowned architects. Additionally, by introducing a columbarium utilizing an automated warehouse, we were able to create a spacious worship area despite the limited site, allowing for the storage of approximately 7,500 urns (in cabinets) of remains. 【Key Points】 - Introduction of an automated warehouse that can store many remains even in a small urban area - Architectural design with high durability and aesthetic quality - Comprehensive management from architectural design to permit applications, equipment selection, construction, and operation *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

This document explains "Material Handling," a series of tasks that support the overall logistics process, including the movement, storage, sorting, and management of goods. It discusses the role and importance of material handling in logistics, the background that necessitates its use, and the types and characteristics of material handling systems. Material handling is increasingly recognized as a foundational technology essential for solving various challenges in logistics and production environments. [Contents (partial)] ■ What is Material Handling ■ Types and Characteristics of Material Handling ■ Benefits of Implementing Material Handling ■ Drawbacks of Implementing Material Handling ■ How to Implement Material Handling *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

Amid the worsening labor shortage, there is a growing demand for automation and productivity improvement in logistics and manufacturing sites. Recently, one area that has garnered attention is the "Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV)," which is a type of material handling equipment. The automation of transportation tasks is expected to alleviate labor shortages, reduce the burden on workers, improve productivity, and decrease human errors, among many other benefits. However, there are also many who are unsure about how to implement AGVs. This article will provide a comprehensive explanation of the basic mechanisms of AGVs, the benefits of their implementation, and case studies. We have summarized key points that will be helpful when considering the introduction of AGVs, so please read through to the end. *For more detailed information, you can view the related links. For further details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

We would like to introduce a case where our simple inventory management system "KEY SO-CO" was implemented at Enomoto Co., Ltd.'s Iwate Factory, which manufactures precision parts. The company was facing challenges with the time it took to locate necessary materials during manufacturing, as well as the increased storage space required due to the rise in the number of manufactured items. After implementation, it became possible to check inventory status, quantities, locations, and other information in real-time and accurately on office computers or handheld devices without having to go to the warehouse, significantly reducing time. 【Key Points】 ■ Anyone can easily manage inventory, enabling tasks that do not rely on specific individuals. ■ The hassle of searching for materials has been eliminated, reducing physical and mental fatigue for workers. ■ Inventory status can be checked in real-time, improving inventory management accuracy. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.