福井精機工業 List of Products and Services

Since the time when the bearing retainers were made of resin, we have been producing molds for resin retainers. (Product completion process) Product information → Flow analysis → Mold design → Mold production → Molding trial → Product inspection and measurement *We also carry out small lot production based on customer requests. *We provide product dimension guarantees and attach inspection reports from mold measurements. ● We own two molding machines (100 tons) and can handle small lot production from prototype trials. ● High-temperature specifications capable of molding PEEK ● Molding auxiliary equipment (humidity control, annealing, dryers) ● 3D measuring machine (1 unit), image measuring machines (3 units), surface roughness measuring machine, tensile testing machine, etc. *Scheduled to exhibit at Intermold 2023 (April 12-15, 2023) *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Plastic bearings

CiBs (Kibbs) is a special material that contains over 50% lubricating oil. Unlike lubricating oil, grease, or non-lubricated resin, CiBs (Kibbs) is a "lubrication component" that automatically supplies oil to counterpart parts when set in movable components. Its shape is flexible, and it has been adopted as a lubrication component for robots by major robot manufacturers, successfully passing long-term durability tests. Additionally, tests are currently being conducted with battery production manufacturers and apparel automation equipment manufacturers. What we want to achieve: Use it in the joints of humanoid robots to enable smoother movements in robots worldwide. Features: ◎ Lubricating oil seeps out to assist lubrication ◎ Molding properties like resin to incorporate oil into components ◎ Elasticity like rubber for vibration absorption ◎ Can be integrated as a component ◎ Gradual oil seepage for long-term quality maintenance ◎ Eco-friendly and cost-reducing due to small oil supply ◎ Customizable lubricating oil ◎ Environmentally friendly with minimal oil usage

• Other machine elements
• gear
• SCARA Robot

CiBs (Kibbs) is a special material that combines ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), which has very high impact resistance and excellent wear resistance and self-lubrication properties, with added lubricating oil. The interior is continuously porous and contains 50% lubricating oil by weight. Bearings have been made with this Kibbs material. The bearings allow oil to seep out and automatically supply lubricating oil to the rotating shaft. Depending on the environment, it has passed a five-year maintenance-free test with the gear shapes of major robot manufacturers. 【Features】 ■ Reduced metal wear It supplies the necessary amount of oil to the opposing side, ensuring smooth lubrication. ■ Automation / Labor-saving The evolution of industrial automation and labor-saving processes is rapidly advancing through machinery. Kibbs automatically supplies oil, assisting in automation and labor-saving. ■ Carbon neutral / Low CO2 By supplying the necessary oil in minimal amounts for extended periods, it contributes to energy savings and reduces CO2 emissions. ■ Customizable We can produce Kibbs in original shapes using the lubricating oil that customers wish to use.

• Plastic bearings
• Articulated Robot
• SCARA Robot

CiBs (Kibbs) is a completely new material that combines ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), which has extremely high impact resistance and excellent wear resistance and self-lubrication properties, with lubricating oil. *The lubricating oil is included at a weight ratio of 50%. We have created gears using this Kibbs material. By aligning it with the drive gear, it automatically supplies lubricating oil. Depending on the environment, it has passed a five-year maintenance-free test by a major robot manufacturer. 【Features】 ■ Reduction of metal wear It supplies the necessary amount of oil to the opposing side, ensuring smooth lubrication. ■ Automation / Labor-saving Automation in industries and labor-saving in tasks are rapidly evolving through machinery. Kibbs automatically supplies oil, assisting in automation and labor-saving. ■ Carbon Neutral / Low CO2 By supplying the necessary oil in minimal amounts for extended periods, it contributes to energy savings and reduces CO2 emissions. ★ We will be exhibiting at the "INTERMOLD Nagoya 2022" mold exhibition! Please come visit us! *For details, please refer to the basic information. *For more information, please see the PDF document. Feel free to contact us.

• gear

At the request of our customer, we created a dumbbell test specimen made of Kibs that contains an exceptionally high 80% lubricating oil compared to the usual oil content. While 80% of it is oil, it is shaped and feels strong to the touch. We also have a tensile testing machine, so simple tests can be conducted. Please feel free to contact us with requests such as, "I want to use this lubricating oil," "I would like to create a sample with a specific grease," or "I don't know much about lubricating oils, so I would like suggestions." [Case Overview] ■ Produced a dumbbell test specimen made of Kibs ■ 80% is made of oil ■ It is shaped and feels strong to the touch *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Lubricants

We would like to introduce a case where a major robot manufacturer adopted our product for mass production. They faced the challenge of wanting to apply lubricating components to the teeth of gears to reduce metal wear, and they were testing with polyacetal (POM) and oil-containing resins. However, the results were not very effective, leading them to request our assistance. After several changes to the oil-containing components and shapes, and through trial and error, we successfully created gears using Kibbs. 【Case Overview】 ■ Major Robot Manufacturer ■ Challenge: To apply lubricating components to the teeth of gears to reduce metal wear ■ Result of trial and error: Gears made with Kibbs - The adopted robot operates for several years without maintenance - The shaft center has a mechanism that allows lubricating oil to seep out from the inside *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us. *We will be exhibiting the actual video at Intermold 2022 (April 20-23). Please stop by; we will provide an explanation. Booth number 5-311-33

• gear

By using KIBBS to operate smoothly and efficiently, we believe it can eliminate waste, conserve energy, and effectively reduce CO2 emissions. In automatic machines and industrial machinery, there are rotating and sliding parts driven by motors. Bearings and pillow blocks are installed in areas where mechanical friction occurs, and measures are taken to reduce friction, heat generation, and vibration. These bearings and pillow blocks are treated with lubricants such as grease, which require regular replenishment. By using solid lubricant KIBBS, if we can reduce the frequency of lubricant replenishment, we can decrease the labor, time, and costs associated with maintenance, while also contributing to CO2 reduction by enabling smoother operation with less resistance and energy consumption. The current temperature range for solid lubricant KIBBS is -40°C to 80°C, making it suitable for use as a new lubricating component in many industrial machines.

• Composite Materials

"Kibbs" is a self-lubricating molded product made by mixing lubricating oil with ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene and molding it. Despite being a molded body, it can automatically supply lubricating oil over a long period, maintaining lubrication. Additionally, the lubricating oil is replenished by seeping out from the gaps between the particles of the molded product, allowing for a stable lubricating surface. It firmly contains lubricating oil and, although soft, is very strong in tension. 【Features】 ■ Always smooth ■ Does not get dirty with oil ■ Automatically supplies lubricating oil over a long period, maintaining lubrication ■ Molded into shapes suitable for customer applications ■ Three types with different contents are available as base grades *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Prototype Services

"Kibbs" is a self-lubricating molded product made by mixing lubricating oil with ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene and molding it. Despite being a molded body, it can automatically supply lubricating oil over a long period, maintaining its lubricating properties. Additionally, the lubricating oil is replenished by seeping out from the gaps between the particles of the molded product, allowing for a stable lubricating surface. It firmly contains lubricating oil and, while soft, is very strong in tension. 【Features】 ■ Always smooth ■ Does not get dirty with oil ■ Automatically supplies lubricating oil over a long period, maintaining lubricating properties ■ Molded into shapes suitable for customer applications ■ Three types with different contents are available as base grades *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Prototype Services

(Customer): I want to realize the product quickly, but I don't have time... (Customer): Should I place an order with the usual supplier and control it myself... It's tough... (Fukui Seiki): Leave everything from flow analysis to mold design and manufacturing, prototype trials, product measurement, and mold measurement to Fukui. (Fukui Seiki): We have produced over 10,000 molds since our founding. You can rest assured! (Fukui Seiki): Of course, we will assist you from after-sales maintenance to small lot mass production. (Fukui Seiki): First, please come for a factory tour. Remote visits are also welcome.

• Plastic bearings

Since its establishment about 60 years ago, we have specialized in injection molding molds. We excel in producing resin parts that require high dimensional accuracy, such as resin retainers for bearings and steering sensors for automobiles. Our company is committed to quickly providing "high-quality products" by efficiently carrying out the following process: Technical information → Flow analysis → Mold design → Mold manufacturing → Molding trial → Product inspection and measurement *We also conduct small-lot mass production based on customer requests. *We provide product dimensional guarantees and mold measurements as well. 【Sales Items】 ■ Prototype molds, simple molds, and mass production molds for injection molding ■ Small-lot mass production ■ Planning, development, and production of solid lubricants (Kibbs) 【Main Equipment】 ● Machining centers (5 units, including V56i, V33i, etc.) ● Wire-cut electric discharge machines and die-sinking electric discharge machines (2 units each) ● NC lathes (4 units) ● Several other general-purpose machines ● Two horizontal molding machines (100 tons) and one vertical molding machine (80 tons) ● Molding auxiliary equipment (humidity control, annealing, dryers) ● 3D measuring machine (1 unit), image measuring machines (3 units), surface roughness measuring machine, tensile testing machine, etc. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Drive system parts