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Apex offers various methods for small-lot production tailored to our customers' needs. This time, we would like to introduce casting, which is known for being easy and fast compared to mold-making. Using a head model as an example, we will explain the casting process. For more details, please refer to the related links. *You can view detailed case information from the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Other molds

At Apex, we have newly introduced the Stratasys "F770" 3D printer. It is capable of producing high-precision, meter-sized parts in one piece. By utilizing the large-scale build area, we can reduce the high costs and lead times associated with producing parts in segments. Our team of 3D printing experts will determine the optimal build direction and make detailed settings while considering the subsequent processes, ensuring that we use the most suitable manufacturing methods. Please feel free to contact us if you have any requests. 【Benefits of One-Piece Production】 ■ Reduction in CAD man-hours ■ Reduction in finishing man-hours ■ Reduction in jig manufacturing costs ■ Reduction in reinforcement manufacturing costs *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• others

At Apex, we have newly started our efforts in prototyping using VR. By combining manufacturing and VR, we can develop prototypes that leverage the strengths of both. Our company, which has been engaged in prototyping for many years, proposes a new type of prototype that combines manufacturing and VR. We provide a comprehensive service from CAD modeling to manufacturing and VR production, so please feel free to consult with us. 【Features】 ■ Evaluate the design shape of CAD data before prototyping ■ Assess large items that are difficult to produce at a 1:1 scale ■ Experience a realistic sensation through the overlay of VR and hardware *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• 3D CAD

At Apex, we conduct daily research to meet our customers' high demands and are committed to improving processing accuracy. This time, we would like to introduce the range of our responses regarding surface roughness and machining radii, which have been frequently inquired about in recent years. *For detailed content of the column, please refer to the related links. For more information, feel free to contact us.

• others

As part of the Apex Design Department's efforts, we have created a sample of an in-vehicle HMI. This UI aims to highlight important information by unifying the screen colors. It emphasizes the operation areas by making them appear three-dimensional. In addition to GUI design and video production, our company also offers product design services. We welcome inquiries regarding various mockup productions, including design, so please feel free to contact us. [Sample] ■GUI-sample: Digital Meter “Mono Color" *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• others

At Apex, we offer a variety of textured finishes, which we differentiate based on their intended use. This time, we would like to introduce the blasted texture finish from our selection. For more details, please refer to the related links. *You can view the detailed content of the column through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.*

• Technical and Reference Books

We produce the desired quantities using machining, casting, and prototype molds. We accommodate various production methods tailored to our customers' needs. We can provide consistent support from prototyping to small-scale production. Please feel free to contact us with your requests. 【Services】 ■ Mass production of exterior parts ■ Production utilizing mold and casting technology ■ Consistent support from prototyping to small-scale production *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Contract manufacturing

We offer vehicle modifications at our company. We can modify vehicles to your desired specifications, including the production and installation of interior and exterior design parts, new HMI installations, and various input device installations. We are capable of building power systems, harness routing, processing the vehicle body, and metal welding. Please feel free to contact us with your requests. 【Services】 ■ Power system construction and harness routing ■ Processing of the vehicle body and metal welding ■ Handled by qualified maintenance and inspection personnel ■ Can accommodate scanning even without 3D data *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• others

Our company offers UI/UX design and video production services. In UI/UX design, we handle various phases from concept creation, idea exploration, and visual production to design creation for mass production. In video production, we create videos that clearly convey ideas and designs. We can handle everything from 2D/3D CG videos to filming projects. 【UI/UX Design Services】 ■ Wireframe screen design ■ Realistic screen design based on GUI guidelines ■ Creation of documentation such as design specifications ■ Exporting parts for mass production ■ Proposals for design aimed at advanced development *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• others

We create applications tailored to the development environment. We can handle 3D shape considerations, simple simulators, scenario animations, and various other VR content. Supported operating systems are Windows, iOS, Android, and Linux. Please feel free to contact us if you have any requests. 【Services】 ■ HMI Prototypes: Unity, Kanzi, Android, Java ■ Supported OS: Windows, iOS, Android, Linux ■ VR Development Environments: Unity, Unreal Engine *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Development support tools (ICE, emulators, debuggers, etc.)

Our company engages in the design and development of the hardware/software necessary for systems. Based on available technologies, we support a wide variety of control prototypes. We are capable of developing PC peripheral logic and controlling sensor devices for inputs such as touch, voice, and video. Please feel free to contact us if you have any requests. 【Services】 ■ Development of PC peripheral logic ■ Control of sensor devices for inputs such as touch, voice, and video ■ Output to various display and device equipment ■ Information communication via wireless and wired connections ■ Control algorithms ■ Design/development of control sequences *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other process controls

Our company specializes in model production. In machining, we handle a wide variety of materials, including resin and metal. With our 3D printers, we cater to everything from prototypes to small-scale production, providing 3D printing solutions tailored to your needs. Additionally, we offer services for casting, finishing of processed products, assembly of parts, and secondary decoration. 【Features】 ■ Machining: Capable of processing a wide variety of materials ■ 3D Printing: Supports everything from prototypes to small-scale production ■ Casting: Fast response that cannot be achieved with molds ■ Finishing of processed products & assembly of parts: Delicate techniques that machines cannot replicate ■ Secondary decoration: Supports various surface treatments *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Processing Contract

We would like to introduce our "CAD (3D Modeling/Design/3D Scanning)". Transform your envisioned image into 3D data. We support multiple software, including "CATIA V5". Our staff, equipped with diverse expertise, will address your design concerns. Please feel free to contact us with your requests. 【Features】 ■ 3D data creation from sketches and simple instructions ■ Ray tracing simulation ■ 3D scanning *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• 3D CAD

Automobiles, home appliances, communication devices, medical equipment, robotics industry, and many more achievements! This document introduces the "Prototype Technology Examples" from Apex Corporation. Our company provides design mockup/design prototype manufacturing and development/manufacturing services for prototypes used in PoC (Proof Of Concept) related to customer development. We also offer 3D data creation, product design, GUI design, hardware/software development, etc., according to your needs. 【Contents (partial)】 ■ What is Apex? ■ PoC (Proof Of Concept) Services ■ One-stop development support services ■ Prototype technologies and achievements provided by Apex - CAD design - Machining/3D printing - Electronic control - GUI/product design - Test vehicle production (modifications to actual vehicles, etc.)

• Prototype Services

At Apex Corporation, we offer flexible prototyping services with advanced equipment and accumulated technology. We continue to provide 3D printing services using high-precision ABS layered models with printers like the "FORTUS 900" and "FORTUS 360," as well as traditional stereolithography (SLA) services. We also provide complex and high-precision machining with our state-of-the-art five-axis machining center, the "DMU 50." Based on an understanding of our customers' objectives and testing requirements, we propose the optimal model and provide technical support. *For more details, please contact us.*

• Prototype Services