Exhibition Report of the 'Next Generation 3D Printer Exhibition' from June 21 (Wednesday) to June 23 (Friday), 2023

There is not much difference between 3D printers for casting and traditional casting methods using basic wooden patterns. Would you like to take the first step in utilizing this together with our company?

A 3D printer for casting is a modeling method that imports 3D data created using CAD and directly shapes sand molds (such as cores and main molds). It is often referred to as a mold 3D printer or core molding machine, and it can shorten the lead time for producing wooden or resin molds needed for complex shapes, as well as for sand preparation and mold assembly before casting. Rather than relying solely on 3D printers, we recommend a hybrid operation that leverages the advantages of existing methods, the benefits of 3D printing, and your company's strengths and weaknesses. **Features of Utilizing 3D Data and 3D Printers:** - It is possible to create casting 3D data by 3D scanning the product shape even without wooden molds. - For complex-shaped cores, many wooden molds are unnecessary, leading to reduced manufacturing lead times, lower management and storage costs, and shortened assembly time and labor for cores. - Since 3D data is output, there is less variation, and the imbalance in cast products is also reduced. - 3D data can be used not only for modeling but also for verifying products against drawings. - 3D data can also be utilized for casting simulations and other applications. Why not try using a 3D printer this year? We will support you from data creation onwards.

• Other machine tools

Proposal for ideal equipment based on Japanese manufacturing specifications! High-quality, high-precision, and reasonably priced mid-sized light curing device.

The "Rapid Meister ATOMm-4000" is a mid-sized light curing device that is "Made in Japan" and capable of bulk forming multiple data sets. Despite being a compact device, it combines the functionality of high-end devices equipped with high-speed, high-precision digital scanners. Additionally, it employs a unit-type laser system that achieves an industrial laser type while keeping costs down. 【Features】 ■ Winner of the "2013 Nikkei Excellent Products and Services Award Grand Prize, Nikkei Industrial Newspaper Award" ■ Mid-sized forming area (W400×D400×H300mm) ■ Achieves a reasonable installation price ■ Equipped with a high-speed, high-precision digital scanner ■ Improved workability due to model extraction height and two-sided door opening Awarded the "2013 Nikkei Excellent Products and Services Award Grand Prize." *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Prototype Services
• others

This is a resin that re-evaluates the cost of specialized materials, which is a challenge for 3D printers, and is aimed at discerning users who are not satisfied with the quality and finish of simple 3D printers.

In recent years, with the spread of 3D printers, the available materials have been advancing in functionality. As a result, the role of 3D printers in the manufacturing industry is becoming increasingly important. However, along with the advancement in functionality, the prices of 3D printer materials have been rising. On the other hand, many development sites in the manufacturing industry are also being pressured to reduce development costs, leading to a growing need for lower material costs for 3D printers. ◆ Features of TSR-852 ◆ - Minimal warping and deformation, good printability - Good reproducibility, dimensional accuracy, and sliding properties - Good post-processing characteristics such as support removal, washability, polishability, and paintability - Low moisture absorption and expansion of models after printing ◆ Applications of TSR-852 ◆ - Parts requiring impact strength - Prototyping parts made of polypropylene or HDPE (high-density polyethylene) - Parts requiring low-friction surfaces - Parts that possess both rigidity and flexibility - Prototypes requiring functionality or fit, such as snap-fit parts and hinges - Responding to the need for cost optimization to improve price competitiveness and align with prototyping development budgets

• Contract manufacturing

Approximately 18 seconds of molding speed per layer! Not only aluminum, but also high-melting metals such as cast steel and cast iron can be poured!

The "SCM-1800" is a large sand mold additive manufacturing device suitable for the production of main molds and cores, boasting a build speed of approximately 18 seconds per layer, from prototyping to mass production. This product achieves high dimensional accuracy and can create molds as thin as approximately 2mm, allowing for pouring not only aluminum but also high-melting metals such as cast steel and cast iron. Additionally, the data interface adopts STL, enabling 24-hour automation without the need for manual labor or skilled techniques during the manufacturing process. 【Features】 ■ Build speed of approximately 18 seconds per layer ■ Large size capable of producing both single prototypes and mass production items (Build space: 1800×1000×750mm) ■ Utilizes dry artificial sand (CCS) and recycles uncured sand repeatedly ■ No need for post-processing such as heat treatment at room temperature; molds can be used immediately after sand removal ■ No need for wooden or resin mold production → No skilled techniques required for sand mold manufacturing *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Casting Machine
• 3D Printer

Low-cost, high-precision photopolymer resin "TSR-851"

We have started selling the resin 'TSR-851', which enables high-precision and high-detail modeling at half the price of conventional light-curing resin. In recent years, with the spread of 3D printers, the available materials have become more advanced. As a result, the role of 3D printers in the manufacturing industry is becoming increasingly important. However, alongside this advancement, the prices of recent 3D printer materials have also risen significantly. On the other hand, many development sites in the manufacturing industry are being pressured to reduce development costs, leading to a clear need for lower material costs for 3D printers. Our new product, TSR-851, not only boasts excellent physical properties and quality but also realizes high precision and high detail that fully utilizes the performance of SLA, with a development theme of "providing it to the market at a lower price than any of our other materials!" We focused on achieving low cost in its development.

• Contract manufacturing

Realizing authentic manufacturing! A domestically produced large-scale 3D printer capable of integrated molding.

The "Rapid Meister ATOMm-8000" is a "Made in Japan" 3D printer capable of integrated molding for large models. It is equipped with a high-speed, high-precision digital scanner. A new laser unit has been adopted, achieving a reasonable price. Additionally, work efficiency has been improved with features such as three-sided openings and a wide LCD monitor. 【Features】 ■ Large capacity molding area ■ Achieves a reasonable price ■ Equipped with a high-speed, high-precision digital scanner ■ Adopts the latest recording system ■ Improved work efficiency *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• 3D Printer

Casting × 3D Printer "Mold" and "Core" 'SCM Series' capable of supporting everything from prototype development to mass production! Supported by equipment, materials, and software.

The "SCM Series" is a 3D printer for casting that produces "casting molds" and "cores" using sand molds. It utilizes a 3D printer for casting that employs an inkjet method with "dry artificial sand." By discharging resin into dry artificial sand (produced by GunEi Chemical Industry) and curing it, it enables the high-precision production of complex-shaped cores and molds. - The production time for casting prototypes can be significantly reduced. Since model production is unnecessary, the time required for prototype production, which previously took about a month, can be greatly shortened. - It is possible to reduce model production costs. Direct sand mold production from 3D (CAD/scanner) data eliminates the need for model production and storage space for wooden molds. If shape changes are necessary, production can be done immediately after data modification. - The simultaneous production of various similar items with different shapes and dimensions reduces lead time in the prototyping stage. It is possible to simultaneously produce items with different shapes that require verification of shapes and dimensions, such as aggressive method models. 【Features】 ■ Total support for equipment, materials, and software ■ Sales track record to casting manufacturers and casting prototype manufacturers ■ Development achievements for high-value-added products from aluminum to stainless steel ■ Reduction of troublesome sand removal work due to dry materials ■ Reuse of uncured sand (recovered sand) is possible ■ Material development tailored to user needs

• Casting Machine
• Prototype Services
• 3D Printer

The goal is to understand the roles and functions of lithium-ion batteries and protection ICs, learn the basics of lithium-ion batteries and protection ICs, and provide fundamental information that can assist in the selection of protection ICs and subsequent circuit design. ● Target Participants - New employees and young designers at companies developing products related to lithium-ion batteries - Those who want to revisit the study of lithium-ion protection ICs - Those who are about to engage in circuit design related to lithium-ion batteries ● Agenda 1. What is a lithium-ion battery? 2. Types of lithium-ion secondary batteries (LIB) 3. Major manufacturers of LIB (Cell Maker) 4. LIB Supply Chain 5. Why is protection for LIB necessary? 6. Methods of LIB protection 7. Basic operation of protection circuits 8. Product lineup of Nisshinbo Micro Devices 9. Chip cross-section (process structure) 10. Rules for product names 11. Trends and considerations for secondary batteries (to be added in 2026) 12. Q&A

[Speaker] Naoto Ikeda, President and CEO of Granite Co., Ltd. / Automotive Economic Commentator [Key Lecture Content] In 2025, the extreme policies of various countries to "ban internal combustion engines by a certain year" were successively retracted, and the ambitious policy to convert all cars in the world to EVs has been shattered. However, the goal of "carbon neutrality by 2050" is still being upheld. As a result, the world has arrived at a "multi-pathway" approach. This framework allows everyone in the world, with different economic, infrastructural, and usage environments, to participate in CO2 reduction that suits their circumstances by intertwining various technologies. The most significant force expected within this framework is bioethanol. We invite you to participate in this opportunity to consider how the bioethanol technologies that the world is currently working on will change our future. [Lecture Items] 1. Reasons why EVs are not breaking through 2. Basic knowledge of carbon neutrality 3. What is bioethanol? 4. Japan's technology: "Toyota Yeast" 5. Specific strategies for dissemination: Drop-in 6. Challenges and solutions for bioethanol 7. Summary 8. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] Tadashi Takahara, Ph.D. President and CEO of Tech-T Co., Ltd. (Formerly of Toyota Motor Corporation / Samsung SDI) [Lecture Topics] <1> The Truth Behind the Expected Presidential Transition - Why Kenji Chika is the Right Choice Now - <2> Toyota's Global Sales Power Through Numbers - Its Position in the EV Era - <3> Where is the Future of Japanese OEMs Heading? - The Message from the Japan Mobility Show - <4> The Reality of Mobility Seen from Local Inspections in China - Seeing is Believing - <5> Decarbonization and Energy: Interpreting Toyota's Strategy - Redefining Multi-Pathways - <6> Toyota's Ongoing Transformation - Organization, Technology, Business Model - <7> Toyota's Future Business - A Major Shift to "A Company That Doesn't Sell Cars" - <8> Summary - What Should Japanese Companies Learn from Toyota's Changes? - <9> Q&A

[Speaker] Abeam Consulting Co., Ltd. NewTech Advisor Tomohiro Yoshida [Key Lecture Content] Recently, while more people are taking on the challenge of co-creation with trusted partners, there are also many voices expressing difficulties in the initial steps of new business development, such as "networking" and "idea generation," which hinder progress in co-creation. With the desire to provide hints to overcome these obstacles and support those who are challenging themselves to realize co-creation, we published the book "Grasping the Seeds of New Business - Co-creation Born from Trust Opens the Future." In this seminar, we will explain the trends in new business creation and the differences in the mindset and daily activities required at each step leading to commercialization. We will focus on the necessary mindset for those responsible for new business creation and the key points in the "0→1" and "1→10" phases to ensure that "networking" and "idea generation" are effectively connected to commercialization.

[Speaker] Alphaterra Advisory Inc. Senior Executive Advisor Kenji Matsushima [Key Lecture Content] The economic system worldwide is undergoing significant changes due to the Trump administration's tariff policies, and inflation is rapidly advancing globally. In the United States, environmental policies have also shifted 180 degrees, and the pace of BEV adoption has significantly slowed. The automotive industry must fundamentally change its traditional strategy aimed at carbon neutrality to a realistic strategy focused on profitability, but the polarization between winners and losers is becoming more pronounced. In this turbulent environment, we will consider the conditions for survival in Japan's automotive industry, survival strategies, and scenarios for future industry restructuring. [Lecture Items] 1. Three major changes attracting attention in the stock market 2. EVs experiencing significant slowdown due to the U.S. withdrawal from environmental policies 3. Intensifying competition for the practical application of autonomous driving 4. Urgent need for a shift in management strategy due to advancing inflation 5. Can Japan's automotive industry survive? 6. Scenarios for restructuring Japan's automotive industry 7. Q&A / Business card exchange