日之出水道機器 List of Products and Services

This material is a new substance developed as a high-grade version of mineral casting, applying and advancing the material development and manufacturing technologies of polymer concrete that our company has cultivated over many years. *For details about mineral casting, please refer to the catalog. - Features of this material: 1. It has a rigidity approximately 2 to 3 times greater than that of mineral casting. 2. It is a material with excellent low thermal expansion properties, achieving about 65% of the linear expansion coefficient compared to mineral casting. 3. Like mineral casting, it is a material that can be molded by pouring into a mold at room temperature, providing higher moldability compared to machined products. 【Properties of Hinogranite Material】 1. Static elastic modulus: 97 GPa 2. Linear expansion coefficient: 7.3×10^-6/K (average value in room temperature environment: 10 to 30°C) 3. Density: 3.2 g/cm³

• Composite Materials

The composite material "Mineral Casting" is a stone material alternative that excels in supply stability due to being completely domestically produced, from raw material procurement to processing, contributing to the resolution of procurement risks associated with natural stone. It significantly simplifies the processing steps through the incorporation of functional parts and precision machining via high-precision transfer, achieving a reduction in lead time while ensuring the necessary accuracy. This artificial stone reproduces dimensional stability close to that of natural stone and can be applied to high-precision processing machines and measuring instruments. ■ Raw material procurement and manufacturing are possible within Japan, making it less susceptible to external factors, thus achieving stable supply. ■ Since parts like insert nuts can be integrally formed during casting, secondary processing is unnecessary. High-precision transfer is possible, reducing the polishing processes that were required with conventional stone, thereby shortening manufacturing time. ■ With low thermal conductivity and high vibration damping properties, it can be applied to processing machines and measuring instruments that require high precision, contributing to the high precision and speed of semiconductor manufacturing equipment and machine tools. ■ Additionally, if greater rigidity is required, a hybrid structure of cast iron and mineral casting can be proposed, which is effective for parts with strict dimensional constraints and fit requirements. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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The new factory of our group company, Eisei Seisakusho, has been constructed near our Saga factory, which is the flagship factory for Hinode Holdings' cast products for industrial machinery, and it began full-scale operations in July 2024. We have internalized the mold production, core manufacturing, and machining of the cast products we manufacture, leveraging group synergy to achieve cost reductions, shorten manufacturing lead times, and enhance our ability to respond to the delivery of finished machined products required for cast products for industrial machinery. In the future, we aim to further expand our scope of response, including the internalization of assembly processes, to enhance customer value through a consistent manufacturing system for cast products. 【Features】 ■ A new factory of our group company, Eisei Seisakusho, responsible for mold production, core manufacturing, and machining, has been established about 20 minutes by car from our Saga factory, which manufactures cast materials. ■ By consistently handling everything from cast material manufacturing to machining within the group, we can achieve cost reductions and shorten lead times. ■ We accommodate a wide range of manufacturing lots, from small quantities of various types to large lots. *You can view our production line introduction materials by clicking the download button below. Please feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

• Contract manufacturing

"Mineral Casting" is a polymer concrete that solidifies aggregates with resin, featuring high damping properties, low thermal conductivity, and electrical insulation. By adopting it in machinery, high levels of damping can be achieved, and through a hybrid structure that fills a cast iron frame with mineral casting, it can also achieve high rigidity equivalent to cast iron. [Features] - Approximately 10 times the damping performance compared to cast iron (FC300), about 1/30 the thermal conductivity, and high electrical insulation - Significant reduction in manufacturing processes by incorporating insert nuts, grounding wires, coolant pipes, etc. (total cost reduction) - No melting process, greatly reducing CO2 emissions - High-precision transfer technology (0.003 to 0.007mm/1000mm) reduces costs through processing-free methods - Purely domestically produced with stable supply (production line with a capacity of 2000t/year will be fully operational from April) - Maximum size of 3,900×3,100mm, height of 4,000mm, and capable of handling up to 15t *For more details, please refer to the materials. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

• Wiring materials

The "Hino GD Invar" is a low thermal expansion material that achieves unprecedented stability in low thermal expansion, castability, and machinability through the optimization of alloy components and heat treatment. It has a proven track record in various industrial machinery, including semiconductor manufacturing equipment, machine tools, precision measuring instruments, and vacuum pumps. 【Features】 ■ It has a low thermal expansion coefficient α = 1.0 to 3.5 ppm/K (average 20 to 50°C). ■ Castability/Machinability: By optimizing the alloy structure, it suppresses casting defects and excels in machinability compared to nickel-based materials. ⇒ It is ideal for parts with complex shapes or those prone to casting defects, as well as for parts that require machining. ■ The automatic molding line for sand molds enables the production of a wide variety of small quantities and stable supply. ⇒ With an automatic pattern change system, we have an automated and efficient sand mold automatic molding line, allowing us to flexibly respond to changes in production volume from a minimum of one piece to large lots. * We can develop new materials and customize materials according to customer requests! Please feel free to contact us.

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• Other metal materials

"Mineral Casting" is a type of polymer concrete that solidifies resin and aggregates, using ores of varying particle sizes as aggregates, bonded with epoxy resin to create a high-performance composite material. It is primarily used in industrial machinery applications that require high precision and high-speed operation, particularly in Europe. Hinode Water Supply Equipment has recently formed a business partnership with the German RAMPF Group to begin the development, manufacturing, and sales of Mineral Casting products. We are building a system to deliver better products to our customers safely and quickly. 【Features】 ■ High vibration damping properties ■ Low thermal conductivity comparable to glass ■ Capable of integrated casting for piping, sensors, etc. ■ High precision transferability, achieving processing-free results *For more details, please refer to the materials. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

• Composite Materials

Hinode Suido Machinery is a foundry manufacturer established in 1919, starting with the production and sale of cast iron products related to lifelines, such as manhole covers, and has since expanded its business nationwide. Based on the technical skills cultivated over the years, we provide new solutions that broaden the possibilities of manufacturing in various fields, including social infrastructure, industrial machinery, and construction and civil engineering.

• Other machine elements

We, Eisei Seisakusho, are a machining company specializing in high-precision processing, established in 1961. In 2021, we celebrated our 60th anniversary, prioritizing the pursuit of accuracy and continuously honing our technology. We own large 5-axis machining centers, small machining centers, NC lathes, and grinding machines, enabling us to achieve high-precision processing at the micron level across a variety of materials such as iron, aluminum, stainless steel, and copper. Additionally, we are able to achieve high-precision processing of castings, which are typically difficult to work with, through optimal chucking and processing conditions based on years of experience. Recently, we have introduced the latest processing equipment and integrated digital technologies to provide more accurate and speedy responses.

• Other machine elements

Our company has developed two types of heat-resistant cast steel: "Austenitic 1,050°C compatible material" and "Ferritic 900°C compatible material," which excel in heat deformation resistance, crack resistance, and oxidation resistance. With the reduction of exhaust emissions and improvement in fuel efficiency, the exhaust temperatures of gasoline vehicles are on the rise. By utilizing our material development technology for castings, we have added heat resistance that can be used in such high-temperature environments, and by combining this with thin-walled technology, we have also achieved weight reduction of components. **Features of Austenitic 1,050°C compatible material:** - Developed based on the conventional standard material "DIN 1.4848 [SCH22]." - Optimized the alloying elements added to achieve heat resistance capable of withstanding 1,050°C environments. **Features of Ferritic 900°C compatible material:** - Developed based on the ferritic stainless steel "SUS430 J1L." - Optimized the alloy composition and reviewed the casting and heat treatment processes to achieve excellent elongation properties. *For more details, please refer to the materials. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.*

• Composite Materials

● The production time for casting prototypes can be shortened! Since model production is not required, the time needed to create prototypes, which previously took about a month, can be significantly reduced. ● Model costs can be reduced! By directly producing sand molds from 3D data, there is no need for model production costs. If changes to the model are necessary, they can be addressed by modifying the 3D data. ● Similar products with different shapes and dimensions can be prototyped simultaneously! Different products, such as similar shapes or variations in dimensions, can be modeled at the same time in one molding process. This allows for the verification of multiple types in a short period.

• Prototype Services
• 3D Printer
• Other machine elements

Hinode Holdings Co., Ltd. and Hinode Water Supply Equipment Co., Ltd. have jointly developed the high-rigidity aluminum casting alloy "ATHIUM" in collaboration with Makino Milling Machine Co., Ltd. and Tajima Light Metal Co., Ltd. In this joint development, we utilized the technology cultivated in the material development of manhole covers to research methods for controlling the metal structure to achieve high rigidity in this product, and by optimizing the chemical composition, we realized a high-rigidity aluminum casting alloy that has not been seen before. We anticipate its adoption in various industries that require high rigidity (lightweight) and positional control accuracy, such as machine tools, industrial robots, semiconductor equipment, inspection equipment, and automobiles. 【Features】 - Young's modulus improved by 40-60% - Reduced deformation caused by constant loads and inertial forces during acceleration and deceleration, leading to improved positional control accuracy - Parts that do not become products (such as sprues) can be re-melted as raw materials - No waste is generated, combining ease of recycling with economic efficiency *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• alloy
• Other metal materials

Do you have any of the following concerns regarding castings? - Are you struggling with small lot production? - Are you regretting the slight performance shortfall of castings in accordance with JIS standards? - Are you overwhelmed by managing diverse small-lot production? - Are you incurring excessive labor and costs in the design, development, production, procurement, assembly, and quality control of parts? - Do you want to feel the future of casting materials, the potential of castings, and the evolution of castings? - Are you having trouble selecting between iron castings, aluminum castings, steel castings, alloy castings, and non-ferrous castings? - Are you worried about changes in machine accuracy due to thermal expansion of cast iron caused by temperature fluctuations? - Are you reconsidering supply chain management due to the risks of globalized parts procurement? - Are you satisfied with the characteristics of casting components? We at Hinode Holdings will work together to solve these concerns! *Please check the PDF for details.

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● Shorter delivery time than casting prototypes! ● Confirmation of shape and performance with cast materials is possible!

• Other machine elements
• Other industrial robots
• Non-ferrous metals

● No need for mold production! ● Significantly reduce prototyping costs! ● Prototyping of various aluminum castings, including aluminum die-cast materials, is possible! ● Can be cast even without draft angles! ● Good thin-walled moldability, dimensional accuracy, and surface roughness! ● Prototyping of multiple lots is possible!

• Other machine elements
• Other industrial robots
• Non-ferrous metals

● No need for mold manufacturing! ● Significantly reduced lead time for lost-wax casting prototypes! ● Performance verification possible with quality close to mass-produced products!

• Other machine elements
• Other industrial robots
• Non-ferrous metals

● No need for mold production! ● Significantly reduced prototype lead time! ● Possible to address casting defects before mass production with short delivery times! ● Performance verification possible with quality close to mass-produced products!

• Other machine elements
• Other industrial robots
• Non-ferrous metals

● The production time for casting prototypes can be shortened! Since model production is unnecessary, the time required for prototype production, which previously took about a month, can be significantly reduced. ● Model costs can be reduced! By directly producing sand molds from 3D data, there is no need for model production costs. If changes to the model are necessary, they can be addressed by modifying the 3D data. ● Similar products with different shapes and dimensions can be prototyped simultaneously! Different products, such as similar shapes or variations in dimensions, can be molded at the same time in one molding process. This allows for the verification of multiple types in a short period.

• Other machine elements
• Other industrial robots
• Non-ferrous metals

We will develop new materials and customize materials according to our customers' needs. We propose original materials and support the enhancement of the added value of the products our customers are developing. Whether it is cast iron, aluminum castings, or cast steel, we provide consistent support from alloy design to the investigation of a wide variety of property values. It is also possible for us to industrialize and supply the developed materials.

• Other metal materials

We propose the optimal prototyping process for castings. We can flexibly accommodate your desired delivery time, quality, and cost, utilizing general sand casting and 3D printing for prototypes. We can handle a wide variety of materials (cast iron, aluminum castings, cast steel), shapes, and sizes. We also provide one-stop support for machining after casting and mass production supply after prototyping verification.

• Other metal materials

By utilizing phase optimization design and advanced casting technology with excellent complex shape moldability, we can achieve extreme weight reduction of components while ensuring rigidity and strength. It also excels in aesthetic appeal, making it suitable for use as monuments or artworks. We provide one-stop support from design to prototyping, verification, and mass production supply.

• Other metal materials

By utilizing various manufacturing processes, we are capable of producing castings in a wide range of materials, sizes, shapes, and lot sizes. We provide a one-stop supply for processed finished products and assembly. Our domestic factory produces high-quality, high-difficulty castings. In 2022, a new factory began operations, enabling the high-quality and low-cost supply of a wide variety of small-lot castings. At our overseas partner factories, we ensure thorough technical guidance from our group and strict quality control after mass production, establishing a stable supply system at low costs.

• Other metal materials

We are a casting manufacturer that offers a one-stop service for the production of aluminum sand molds and die-castings, including mold making, casting, and machining, providing finished parts. We specialize in sand casting for small-batch production of various types, delivering stable quality products with short lead times and low costs. - Comprehensive support from prototyping to mass production We have a system that can consistently handle everything from prototype production on a self-hardening prototype line to mass production on an automatic molding line. - Manufacturing support from materials to processing We have a system that can consistently handle everything from mold making to the production of cast iron and aluminum materials, as well as machining. - Production of cast iron and aluminum in one factory We produce both cast iron and aluminum castings in a single factory, and we are capable of joining technologies (casting enveloping) for cast iron and aluminum. Five strengths of Shinko Metal: - Prototyping system capable of ultra-short lead times - Design of optimal casting plans using simulation technology - Experienced inspection and quality assurance systems cultivated through prototyping business - Joining technology for iron-based and aluminum-based materials - Production of ultra-thin castings using HVC technology (vacuum degassing treatment)

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- The "YSC system" is built with a fully automated line from mold formation to drying. - It also solves the issues of traditional lost-wax casting methods! - Supports mass production with a maximum output of 500,000 units per month, achieving cost reduction. - Capable of integrated support from material to processing, reducing customer management burden. - Creating new solutions through collaboration on integration, lightweighting, and optimization of materials. - Domestic production with short lead times for quick response. - Actively engaged in research and development projects in collaboration with industry, academia, and government. - Enhanced heat resistance, toughness, and corrosion resistance of ferritic stainless steel (SUS430 cast steel). - Improved corrosion resistance and other properties of lost-wax stainless cast steel products.

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In aluminum casting, we have achieved high-quality precision casting using sand casting. Please try our features that offer die-cast-like surface finish and dimensional accuracy. It is suitable for the production of prototypes in the development stages of various manufacturers that require speed and quality, as well as for small lots of diverse products.

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The composite technology of aluminum castings and iron (cast iron) ensures the necessary strength while enabling weight reduction of the products. Additionally, by applying molten aluminum plating to the iron core material, the corrosion resistance performance can also be significantly improved.

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To enhance the heat sink function using aluminum castings, more complex and thinner shapes are realized through sand casting to maximize the aluminum surface area. Shapes that are difficult to mold with castings (such as those with sand cores or holes that cannot be machined) can also be formed using pipes of the same material.

• others

Features of Gravity - Smooth surface finish - High precision - Low occurrence of defects It is possible to manufacture molds for small-scale production at a low cost and with a short lead time, and we are conducting prototypes (small-scale production) using these molds. Generally, aluminum castings produced in mass production molds are made using sand casting methods during prototyping due to the low initial costs and short lead times for small quantities. However, the sand casting method has a slow cooling rate, making it prone to defects (pinholes), which can make proper product evaluation during prototyping difficult. *Please refer to the PDF for more details.

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Hinode Holdings will develop its business centered around development solutions and manufacturing solutions. Manufacturing will flow from research and development to design, prototyping, verification, and mass production. For customer needs from research and development to verification, we will propose new materials and new structures through open innovation utilizing R&D functions, and we will enhance product performance through value engineering (VE) proposals. By responding to developers' needs with speedy prototyping using layered modeling and various verifications at the product level, we will capture future needs information quickly and develop a continuous business that connects to the next development solutions. In the final mass production process, we will develop a manufacturing solution business that leverages the new factory in Saga, with cooperation from all of Hinode Holdings and domestic and international suppliers, providing all cast products including cast iron, aluminum, and cast steel at low cost and as a one-stop service, which will be our competitive advantage. *Please refer to the PDF for details.

• others

Do you have any of the following concerns regarding castings? - Are you struggling with small lot production? - Are you regretting the slight performance shortfall of castings according to JIS standards? - Are you overwhelmed by managing a wide variety of low-volume production? - Are you incurring high labor and costs in the design, development, production, procurement, assembly, and quality control of parts? - Would you like to feel the future, possibilities, and evolution of casting materials? - Are you having difficulty selecting between iron castings, aluminum castings, steel castings, alloy castings, and non-ferrous castings? - Are you troubled by changes in machine accuracy due to thermal expansion of cast iron caused by temperature fluctuations? - Are you reconsidering supply chain management due to the risks of globalized parts procurement? - Are you satisfied with the characteristics of casting components? We at Hinode Holdings will work together to solve these concerns! *Please check the PDF for details.

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