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We received a request from a major manufacturer to engrave all parts, including prototypes. Among these, the engraving of QR codes has garnered particular attention. You may be wondering, "Can QR codes be engraved on metal?" but there is no problem if you work with a sheet metal partner company from the "Hometown Processing Network." They are equipped with laser engraving machines that can handle a variety of materials such as iron, stainless steel, and aluminum, allowing for high-precision and readable QR code engravings. Furthermore, this company has established a system that can handle not only engraving but also sheet metal processing and simple assembly, enabling consistent support for both prototypes and mass production. *This type of support is just a small part of what Bandai does on a daily basis. Please take a look at the value we can provide to our customers.
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Free membership registration"The electroless nickel plating on stainless steel peeled off during assembly..." This report caused a temporary uproar at the site. The SUS product was intentionally plated considering the sliding with the counterpart parts and its appearance, but due to an unexpected trouble, there was a possibility of a line stop for the customer. Where is the cause? In fact, a specific "property" unique to stainless steel was influencing the situation. This time, we will share the pitfalls of electroless nickel plating on SUS materials and points to prevent peeling based on actual experiences. *Such responses are just a small part of the efforts that Bandai engages in daily. Please take a look at the value we can provide to our customers.
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Free membership registration"Stainless steel is resistant to rust, but plating does not adhere well." Do you know the reason for this? In fact, it is largely related to the **"oxide film" unique to stainless steel**. While this film contributes to the high corrosion resistance of stainless steel, it also acts as a **"barrier that reduces adhesion"** during the plating process. If the processing conditions are not correct, it can lead directly to early peeling of the plating. In this instance, based on real examples of electroless nickel plating peeling, we will explain **"why did it peel off?" and "how can we prevent it?"** from the removal of the oxide film to the surface treatment (nickel strike). *Please note that such measures are just a small part of the initiatives that Bandai engages in daily. We invite you to see the value we can provide to our customers.*
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Free membership registration"Could you please do it as soon as possible, somehow?" Among the drawings that arrived, there was a particularly eye-catching part. The material was FCD450—meaning cast iron. The quantity was small, just 30 pieces, but the shape was complex, and the drawing date was ten years ago. Feeling a slight unease, I confirmed with the customer, and as expected— "Actually, the current processing company has lost the mold..." Normally, it would be unavoidable to have a long lead time to remake the mold. However, the drawing specified **±0.005 dimensional tolerance and Ra0.2 surface roughness**, and furthermore, that area was the "cylinder sliding part." In other words, it was a high-precision part that required honing. At Bandai, we replaced everything with cutting without using a mold, and by collaborating with a honing-specialized processing partner, we achieved the shortest possible lead time. Even without a mold, and even with strict precision— Our **"Hometown Processing Network" at Bandai** can respond to those "troubles." *Please note that this kind of response is just a small part of what Bandai does every day. We invite you to see the value we can provide to our customers.*
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Free membership registrationRecently, we have seen an increase in requests for press processing. Could it be due to the impact of the weak yen leading to a return to domestic production? With that said, this time I would like to introduce a press processing company that BanDai takes pride in. Press processing can be broadly divided into single-stroke presses and progressive presses. At our company, we can confidently provide both types of requests with "affordability and quality." First, in the case of single-stroke presses, the most sought-after aspect is "affordability." Customers pursue lower product costs, even if it means incurring high initial costs for molds. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. For further details, feel free to download the PDF or contact us.
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Free membership registrationThe other day, we received a request for a quotation for automotive components. The request is for precision sheet metal parts in the range of tens of thousands of units per month. In the automotive parts industry, suppliers are categorized as Tier 1, Tier 2, and so on, and the customer who made this request belongs to one of these tiers. Due to confidentiality, I cannot share this information on the blog, but the customer visited our booth during the Kansai Mechanical Elements Technology Exhibition. *For more details, you can view the related links. For further information, please feel free to download the PDF or contact us.
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Free membership registrationThe other day, I received a message from a processing company in the "Hometown Processing Network" saying, "We are considering introducing a fiber laser welding machine, but do you still have the previous project?" The "previous project" refers to a request we received from a customer a few months ago, which was a mass production project for 100 lots at a desired price of 10,000 yen per unit. It was a very attractive project. The specifications involve shaping a 0.5t thin plate of SUS304 into a cylindrical shape with lids on both ends. *For more details, you can view the related links on the blog. For further information, please feel free to download the PDF or contact us.*
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Free membership registrationWithout further ado, please compare the photos on the left. These are examples of TIG welding and fiber laser welding, and the difference is obvious at a glance. Why is there such a difference? It is due to the difference in energy density. "What do you mean by the difference in energy density?" Let me explain the difference briefly. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related link. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registrationSurprisingly, our company is listed on the electronic scoreboard at Suzuka Circuit as the sales agent for "NSK" (Nippon Seiko). It is written in red letters within a blue frame! It stands out more than Denso and Aisin. Even in my private time, I find myself searching for blog topics. Is this a professional hazard? Since it's a special occasion, I would like to briefly introduce the major manufacturers for which Bandai Co., Ltd. serves as the sales agent. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please feel free to download the PDF or contact us.*
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Free membership registrationAmidst the wave of price increases, a "certain change" is occurring among several of our customers. This change is the increase in requests for quotes for processed products from customers with whom we have not had much business before. Additionally, these quote requests share some similar characteristics. 1. They are mass-produced processed products with unit prices ranging from several thousand yen to several hundred thousand yen. 2. They are replacement projects for existing suppliers. The unit prices for these processed products are quite high, and typically, there are not many requests for replacements of existing mass-produced products. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related link. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registration"Of course, it is better if it is inexpensive, but what is most important is whether you can produce it according to the drawings while considering the delivery time. If there are points where our company can also compromise, please feel free to contact us if anything comes up." This is an excerpt from a message received from a customer who requested cost reduction from our company. Regarding the specific examples of cost reduction mentioned in the previous blog, how do you feel when you receive a request like this? *For more details about the blog, you can view it through the related link. For further information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registrationMaterials: S45C-D or SGD400-D Dimensions: φ15.20×150L±0.05, φ15.40×150L±0.05, φ15.60×150L±0.05 Quantity: 1 piece each No surface treatment required This is a processed item requested by a customer the other day. What do you think the unit price is? I believe there may be price differences depending on the processing company, but it should be around 3,000 to 4,000 yen per piece. *For more details, you can view the blog through the related link. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registration"Do you know anywhere that can perform machining on C1100 (pure copper)?" This inquiry marked the beginning of the current project. While there are many vendors that can handle brass materials, C1100 is in a different category. Due to its high conductivity and softness, machining it is challenging, and the number of vendors capable of doing so is very limited. Furthermore, this time, in addition to lathe work, machining, and brazing, a high level of difficulty is required with the addition of "water tightness testing." Typically, it would be necessary to individually request each process from multiple vendors that specialize in each type of machining. However, Bandai utilizes its "Hometown Processing Network" to select and coordinate suitable processing vendors for each step, establishing a system for integrated support. Customers can simply place their orders with Bandai, entrusting the entire complex process of division of labor to us. *This type of support is just a small part of what Bandai does on a daily basis. Please take a look at the value we can provide to our customers.*
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Free membership registrationWhat was required for the brazed products was the assurance of water tightness. To confirm the inspection method using measuring tools, a one-way trip of three hours to the customer's site was initiated by Bandai's determination. However, the overseas processing companies that were considered responded that "water tightness testing is not possible." While they were confident in their quality, differences in inspection methods and philosophies became a barrier. Still, we did not give up. Pure copper processing was entrusted to overseas vendors, while water tightness testing was assigned to a reliable domestic partner. Bandai connected both, creating a breakthrough with a hybrid approach of "processing: overseas × inspection: domestic." What the customer needs is for the "products as per the drawings" to arrive on time. The flexible combination power of Bandai's "hometown processing network" meets that expectation. *This type of response is just a small part of what Bandai does on a daily basis. Please take a look at the value we can provide to our customers.
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Free membership registrationWe visited a "processor in Shimane Prefecture," which is the origin of our "Hometown Processing Network," accompanied by a new sales representative. The new sales representative is Mr. O, who has frequently appeared in this blog. Our company handles a wide range of metal processing products, from machining to can manufacturing, but in fact, Mr. O has not seen many processing sites. However, without knowing the processing site, one cannot be considered a fully-fledged sales representative. *For more details, you can view the related links on the blog. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.
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Free membership registrationThe **full flat horizontal press "FLAT-250LM"** is a piece of equipment that responds to the demand for "more freedom in bending" at prototype production sites. It achieves three-dimensional bending and accommodates small lots of various types, which were difficult with vertical presses, through its horizontal structure and multi-point die-fixed table. It can flexibly process materials from round bars to pipes and thin plates, demonstrating its strength particularly in prototype and development applications. With a pressing capacity of 10 tons, it is easy to handle and helps reduce die costs, providing significant cost advantages. The FLAT-250LM offers a new option for "free bending," which was challenging with conventional pipe benders and press brakes. A prototype sheet metal processing company, part of the "Hometown Processing Network," has adopted this technology, further enhancing its prototype response capabilities! *Please note that this is just a small part of the initiatives that Bandai engages in daily. We invite you to see the value we can offer to our customers.*
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Free membership registrationIn today's thriving semiconductor and IT industries, we often hear terms like "fabless companies." Companies like Apple and Keyence are representative examples. In contrast, traditional manufacturers like Toyota Motor Corporation own their factories and produce using their own equipment. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages. In my opinion, in modern society where the importance of the supply chain is increasing, fabless companies seem to have an advantage. *For more details on the blog, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registrationActually, just before the Obon holiday, a defect in the processed products was discovered, leading to a delay in delivery. We found ourselves in a situation where urgent re-manufacturing was necessary. As a result, we have caused inconvenience to our customers. Regarding this matter, it is actually a case that was introduced in a past blog. Surprisingly, rust-like substances were found on the processed products during the final inspection. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related link. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registrationDo you know the difference between Tough Pitch Copper (C1100) and Oxygen-Free Copper (C1020)? I wasn't very aware of the differences between these two types, but this time I researched extensively, enough to make a hole in my computer monitor, so I would like to introduce some simple characteristics. ■ Tough Pitch Copper (C1100) - Copper content: 99.90% or more; residual oxygen: 0.02% to 0.05% - Machinability: Easier to process compared to C1020 - Price: Cheaper compared to C1020 - Availability: Easier to obtain compared to C1020 *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.
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Free membership registrationTo get straight to the conclusion, we successfully completed the good product. Now, let me provide a digest of the path to completion. With the Obon holiday approaching, both the machining and brazing contractors seem to be extremely busy. It doesn't seem like there's any room to squeeze in new projects at this timing. Finding new machining contractors has also reached a deadlock. So, I decided to change my approach. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registrationThe situation has changed significantly as we no longer need brazing processing and have obtained the blank drawings. After reaching out again to machining contractors, including those who had previously declined, we found a suitable one. Due to the rush demand before the Obon holiday in Japan, it was difficult to find domestic contractors, so we decided to request only the blank processing from overseas contractors. The finishing processing will be handled by a domestic contractor, who has agreed to work even during the Obon holiday. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registrationThe delivery of the pure copper brazed products has been successfully completed, and just as I felt relieved, I received a repeat order. However, there is no sense of urgency like last time. I have a good grasp of the processing steps and am assembling everything properly. As for brazing, I had understood it by listening to the processing company and researching online, but I wanted to see it with my own eyes. *For more detailed content, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registrationAs the subject suggests, the historical depreciation of the yen shows no signs of stopping. Recently, there was a slight appreciation of about 5 yen due to government intervention in the foreign exchange market, but shortly after, the yen fell again. I'm not sure if the term "fall" is appropriate, but I don't have the impression that this depreciation of the yen is providing a better environment for our lives and the economy. In the past, when the yen depreciated, it was said that companies, especially those focused on exports, would thrive, resulting in an expansion of the trade surplus. However, that is not the case nowadays. As it is mockingly referred to as a "bad yen depreciation," a weaker yen does not necessarily lead to a trade surplus. *For more details on the blog, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please feel free to download the PDF or contact us.
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Free membership registrationDue to the impact of the historically weak yen, companies that primarily relied on imports may be entering a transition period to switch to domestic procurement. In the previous blog, I wrote pompously that the trend of returning to domestic production that will be noteworthy in the future is to "not only pursue cost but also emphasize supply chains aimed at stable supply." Until now, "low cost" has been the most important factor. *For more details, you can view the blog through the related link. Please feel free to download the PDF or contact us for more information.*
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Free membership registrationI will share information about visiting JIMTOF next time, and this time I will write about a processing company in Ibaraki Prefecture. The processing companies in the "Hometown Processing Network" often specialize in specific processing tasks, but this particular company is a bit different. In a word, they are "all-purpose." From spot products to mass-produced items, they can handle a wide range of processing tasks including cutting, polishing, heat treatment, welding, painting, and assembly all in one stop. *You can view detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registrationWell, here we are at "JIMTOF2022." Since this is the first real event in four years, there are people everywhere—so many people! I went by car with the executive of a processing company, who I had been drinking with until late the night before, but we wandered around for nearly an hour looking for parking. Thanks to that, we both arrived exhausted. By the way, I participate every year in the "Kansai Machine Elements Technology Exhibition" held at Intex Osaka, but I have never had trouble finding parking there. As soon as we arrived, we headed straight to our goal this time: the "Additive Manufacturing Area." *You can view more detailed content on the blog through the related links. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registrationLast year, we received very high evaluations regarding the "price and quality" of the large canning products we delivered, and we have received inquiries again this year. Now, regarding the important details, the person in charge said, "Hmm, it hasn't changed much from last year." However, it has changed significantly. While the base is indeed similar, it is completely different. The difficulty of processing has greatly increased. When I asked again about the reasons for the changes in the drawings, I learned that the previous version was the first actual production, and there have been improvements in the durability of the actual product and structural changes during assembly, among other things. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registrationContinuation from last time - We received an inquiry regarding large canning products based on last year's repeat order, but due to changes in the drawings, the costs have significantly increased. It is difficult, if not impossible, to reflect the processing details and keep costs at the same level as last year. Even if we cut the margins for the processing contractors and our company, it is still far from feasible. Moreover, since this is a business, if either our suppliers or our company has to compromise, a good relationship with our customers will not last long. Therefore, we will reconfirm the "necessity" of the processing details with our customers. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.
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Free membership registrationWe received a request for a quotation for machined products from a customer. The material is pure copper, and the machining requires black chromate surface treatment. As we have mentioned several times in past blogs, our company has received many inquiries and has extensive experience in machining pure copper, but this is our first experience with machining that requires surface treatment. So why is surface treatment necessary for pure copper? I thought about the reasons a bit. Pure copper is a material that easily oxidizes in the atmosphere. We have even encountered cases where products changed color after being stored for just a few days post-processing. *For more details, you can view the content of the blog through the related link. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registrationThe other day, we received a request for a quotation for bearings from a customer. The details of the request are for model "608ZZ," quantity: 800/LOT, with an annual usage of 2,000 to 3,000 pieces. Upon confirming the background of the request, it was found that it was a replacement from a certain domestic bearing manufacturer. The reason for the replacement is said to be due to recent price revisions. This is a common story in the market. As a reminder, our company is a sales agent for the bearing manufacturer "NSK" (Nippon Seiko), so we will, of course, provide a quotation for NSK products. However, since it is a replacement, the price is relatively low. Furthermore, bearing replacements are not just a matter of price competition. It is important to be cautious as dimensions and specifications may vary among different manufacturers. *For more details, you can view the blog through the related link. For further information, please feel free to download the PDF or contact us.
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Free membership registrationSuddenly, everyone, do you accurately understand the meaning of welding symbols? I believe that processing companies that actually perform welding understand them, but I am curious about the level of understanding among sales representatives at technical trading companies like ours. If a sales representative could discuss points like "this welding point is ~" when receiving drawings from customers, it would be very reassuring, wouldn't it? However, isn't it often the case that it just ends with "they are welding"? Depending on the material and application, is arc welding, TIG welding, or perhaps fiber laser welding necessary? Isn't it common for it to end with something like, "If it's this type of welding, let's get a quote from that processing company"? *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related link. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.
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Free membership registrationIn the previous blog, I wrote that it is difficult to accurately understand and remember the content of welding symbols, but recently I had the opportunity to closely engage with "welding." Last year, I received a request for a quote from a customer for a certain drawing. It was a cylindrical shape resembling a hat. The size was about φ1600, and since there were no welding symbols, I assumed it was a machined product and requested a quote from a machining company that specializes in large-scale machining. After that, based on the response from the machining company, I submitted a quote to the customer. Two months later, I received another request for a re-quote from the customer. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related link. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registrationThe other day, I visited a new customer to introduce our company and explain our efforts in custom processing. During the discussion, the customer asked, "Are there many trading companies like Bandai that are engaged in such initiatives?" While it seems like a common question, it was actually one that had not been asked much before. I can think of many trading companies that have strengths in one area or the other, but there aren't many that position both "manufacturer products and custom processing" as their main business. However, in our case, we do position both "manufacturer products and custom processing" as our main business. *For more details, you can view the blog through the related link. For further information, please feel free to download the PDF or contact us.*
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Free membership registrationThe other day, I visited a leaf spring processing company for "certain reasons." The details about leaf springs and the processing company have been introduced in past blogs. Our business relationship with the leaf spring processing company has lasted for several decades. We have walked together for a very long time. The "certain reason" for visiting the leaf spring processing company is the "HP renewal" of Bandai Co., Ltd. Although it's called a renewal, it's not a minor change; it's a "full model change." I will showcase the renewal on this blog as well, so please stay tuned. *For detailed content of the blog, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please feel free to download the PDF or contact us.
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Free membership registrationIn the finishing of sheet metal processing, the issues of "distortion" and "speed" often arise. Especially in the processing of thin sheets of aluminum and stainless steel, do you feel that conventional TIG welding has its limitations? To respond to such customer feedback, Bandai Network has strengthened collaboration with processing companies that have introduced Amada's fiber laser welding machine "FLW-1500MT." With high-density energy, it achieves instant melting of the base material and deep, stable penetration. This allows for minimal distortion, resulting in a beautiful finish and astonishingly high-speed processing. Precision sheet metal work with aluminum and stainless steel, which has been difficult to handle until now, can now be managed in a one-stop manner at Bandai! *For more details, you can view the blog through the related links. For further information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.
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Free membership registrationThe other day, we visited our long-time partner, the "spring processing company." In order to collaborate on the website renewal, I explained various initiatives of Bandai to the president, who listened with great enthusiasm and sparkling eyes. Probably (laughs). In fact, he just became president this year and is planning various initiatives moving forward, so he seems to be seeking a lot of information. Therefore, I reiterated the characteristics and strengths I had perceived about their company in comparison to other processing companies. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registrationWell, I will be embarking on a 4-night, 5-day tour of processing companies starting next week. I will be accompanied by a professional photographer and a director. It's truly a location shoot. The companies I will be visiting are all those that have appeared in my blog so far, so I would like to take this opportunity to do a playback of past blog entries. I will be sharing updates on events during the shoot and new information about the processing companies as they happen, so please stay tuned. *For detailed content of the blog, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please feel free to download the PDF or contact us.
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Free membership registrationAs I mentioned in the previous blog, we have been conducting photo shoots of highlights from the major renewal of our company website, including "on-site photos of processing companies" and "product photos." Accompanied by a professional photographer and director, we traveled through Hyogo, Okayama, Shimane, and Hiroshima prefectures, visiting a total of 10 companies. The project concluded successfully without any major incidents. However, after finishing the final shoot, when I asked the professional photographer for their thoughts on the experience, they said it was "one of the top three hardest in their career as a photographer." This time, I captured the entire journey of this challenging location shoot in photos, and I would like to share a few with you. *For more detailed content of the blog, you can view it through the related link. For more information, please feel free to download the PDF or contact us.*
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Free membership registrationIn this blog, I would like to introduce a company among the processing contractors where we actually conducted location shooting. Despite having appeared frequently in the blog, I haven't been able to provide a detailed introduction about them, which is quite rude of me. So, ahead of the HP release, I would like to give a brief introduction. Since this is a blog, I will introduce it in a relaxed manner, incorporating my subjective views. If you think, "They specialize in large can products, but I can't tell which processing contractor it is just from the title," please be sure to check out past blogs. *For detailed content of the blog, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please feel free to download the PDF or contact us.
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Free membership registrationThis time, I would like to introduce the masterful techniques of a processing company that specializes in coil spring manufacturing. "The skilled craftsmen provide short delivery times and low prices by winding springs by hand instead of using machines." I believe many readers might wonder what it means to "wind springs by hand instead of using machines." I was one of them. I was able to resolve such questions during the "4-night, 5-day photo shoot trip," which has become a regular feature on the blog. Next time, I would like to share about "winding coil springs by hand instead of using machines." *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related links. For more information, please feel free to download the PDF or contact us.
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Free membership registrationAre you having trouble with spring prototype production? Unlike NC coiling machines that excel in mass production, the traditional technique of "hand bending" is still highly valued in the prototype field. This process, which involves manually winding steel wire, requires a "craftsman's intuition" akin to that used in general-purpose lathes, making the number of capable vendors extremely limited nationwide. Bandaï proudly maintains a "Hometown Processing Network" that uniquely inherits this "artisan skill" for hand winding in XX Prefecture, attracting prototype requests from across the country. With our integrated support from prototyping to mass production, we accelerate our customers' development speed. If you are facing challenges with spring prototypes, please consult Bandaï! *This type of support is just a small part of the initiatives that Bandaï engages in daily. We invite you to explore the value we can provide to our customers.
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Free membership registrationThe train cars of the railway I have frequently used since I was a child, which are very familiar to me, will undergo renovation work due to aging. And, surprisingly, we will be providing the processed products used for the renovation work. In fact, about four years ago, we delivered several hundred processed products for the same railway company. *You can view the detailed content of the blog through the related link. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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Free membership registration"I have the physical object, but no drawings... what should I do?" Have you ever faced such a situation in equipment maintenance or repair? You want to replace a broken part, but there are no design drawings left, and all you have as a clue is the physical object right in front of you. In such cases, the technology that comes into play is called "reverse engineering." In recent years, advancements in 3D scanning and CAD technology have made it possible to obtain dimensions from physical objects and recreate drawings and 3D data, bringing this method into practical use. In this article, we will clearly introduce examples of processing companies that are actually working on reverse engineering and the various situations in which it can be utilized. It may be the dawn of an era where "no drawings = no production" is no longer the case. *Please note that this type of response is just a small part of what Bandai is doing every day. We invite you to see the value we can provide to our customers.*
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Free membership registrationIn the previous blog, I introduced the basic concept that "reverse engineering is effective when there are no drawings." As a continuation of that, this time I will focus on "in what specific situations does it demonstrate effectiveness?" For example, the remanufacturing of molds that have been used for many years, development prototypes that are a race against time, and repair parts for which drawings are unavailable... I will clearly explain the "key points for effective utilization" in each case from a practical perspective. *This type of response is just a small part of what Bandai does on a daily basis. Please take a look at the value we can provide to our customers.
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Free membership registrationThere is a technology that I would definitely like to introduce to everyone. It is called "Electrical Discharge Machining" (EDM). First, to set the premise, "Electrical Discharge Machining" can be broadly classified into two types: "Wire Cutting" and "Die Sinking EDM." The main differences between "Wire Cutting EDM" and "Die Sinking EDM" are as follows: Wire Cutting EDM uses a wire electrode made from materials such as brass to cut the workpiece, while Die Sinking EDM uses materials like copper or graphite and employs a pre-shaped electrode to transfer the desired shape onto the workpiece. This time, I will introduce the processed products made using the "Wire Cutting EDM." *For more detailed information, you can view the related links. For further details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*
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