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An evolved hydraulic tensioner that overcomes the challenges of conventional tensioners, such as "too heavy," "does not fit in narrow spaces," and "oil leaks with repeated use."

The hydraulic bolt tensioner "Boltight," a member of the Nord-Lock Group, was born as an evolved version re-invented by the engineer Fred Heaton, who originally developed the tensioner, to address the challenges faced by the tensioner itself. These challenges include common disadvantages of hydraulic tools like tensioners, such as being "too heavy and difficult to work with," "leaking oil after repeated use," and "not being able to be installed in tight spaces." All of Boltight's tensioners have been significantly lightened to the extreme, utilizing in-house developed bridges and seals to reduce the weight of the tensioner. Additionally, the durability for repeated use has greatly improved through technologies such as in-house developed seals. Furthermore, we can flexibly customize the shape and size for areas where space constraints prevent standard applications, delivering them with the same lead time as standard products.

• Hydraulic Equipment
• Torque wrench
• Other work tools

Can be used as a replacement for existing pins. It significantly reduces maintenance costs for equipment and is an innovative pin product that can be used universally in any moving part.

Wear occurring in movable parts is a major enemy of low-cost operation, as it requires regular maintenance such as bush replacement and pin hole repair. For equipment manufacturers, it is an issue that cannot be overlooked, as it increases maintenance costs, which are a quality indicator of the machine, and shortens product lifespan. For machine users, it leads to chronic problems of high maintenance costs and downtime. The advantage of the Expander System is that it can be used semi-permanently and completely prevents wear in movable parts, eliminating the need to replace bushes like consumables. In movable parts that do not use bushes, it can eliminate oval deformation. The secret lies in the fact that after installation, the pin's axis expands in a way that completely seals the gaps inside the pin hole. The Expander System is already widely adopted by top construction equipment manufacturers, including Japanese companies, and has passed a continuous practical durability test of 60,000 hours without any loss of functionality at Volvo Construction Equipment. It comes with a lifetime warranty, guaranteeing the product's functionality until the first removal. *For more details, please download the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• shaft
• joint
• Other machine elements

No allowance for loosening, securely maintain axial force! Physically prevent loosening of bolts/nuts.

This catalog introduces the "Nord-Lock Washer," which utilizes wedge-locking technology to prevent bolt loosening "physically" without relying on friction. We offer a lineup that includes the "Nord-Lock X Series Washers," which simultaneously prevent two types of loosening, and the "Nord-Lock SC Washers," designed for high-strength bolts used in construction. Additionally, we provide information on why bolts loosen and feature the Nord-Lock customer magazine. [Contents] - Nord-Lock Washer Product Catalog - Why Do Bolts Loosen? - Nord-Lock Customer Magazine *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other machine elements

An innovative product that can tighten huge bolts and nuts that cannot be tightened by human strength with just one torque wrench.

A mechanical bolt tensioner developed in 1984 at the request of US Steel, the largest steel company in the United States. By distributing the enormous torque required to tighten large-diameter bolts into smaller torque, it dramatically improves work safety. It also achieves remarkably accurate fastening force, allowing for work in high and confined spaces without issues. The use of electric tools and air tools further reduces work time, dramatically shortening downtime caused by operations and enabling low-cost operations. 【Features】 ■ Incredible axial force accuracy due to patented structure (over three times the accuracy of conventional methods) ■ Large-diameter bolts can be fastened with just one torque wrench ■ Does not depend on the skill of the operator, ensuring accurate fastening force regardless of who performs the work ■ Exceptional axial force stability prevents loosening even under intense vibrations ■ Strong against loosening that does not involve reverse rotation during thermal cycles, thanks to elastic fastening ■ Usable without issues in confined and elevated spaces *For details, please refer to the catalog or contact Nord-Lock Japan. *Beware of imitation products that resemble the appearance. They do not have equivalent functions due to patented technology. Nord-Lock Japan also provides various technical support. Please feel free to consult us.

• bolt
• Other work tools

[Instructor] Shintaro Fukasawa, President of BM Consulting Co., Ltd. Business Mathematics Educator [Key Lecture Content] There are things we somewhat think about. However, when asked for our opinions, we hesitate to speak up because we dread being questioned with "What is your basis?" This is a growing issue among business professionals. Shintaro Fukasawa, the only advocate of business mathematics in Japan and a business mathematics educator, identifies the inability of modern business people to articulate their thoughts and ideas as a "symptom." He finds commonalities between mathematical thinking and verbalization, and has developed a verbalization framework that anyone can easily practice. This content has been compiled into a book titled "How Can an Idea Become 'My Opinion'? - A Class to Turn Intuition into Logical Opinions" (2023). In this session, we will extract the essence of that book and explain how to create "logical and communicative opinions." You will take home tips that will dramatically change your business communication starting tomorrow.

[Speaker] Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Inc. Area Energy Innovation Business Office Battery Business Group Manager Akira Oguri [Key Lecture Content] In a carbon-neutral society where renewable energy becomes the main power source, batteries play a crucial role in avoiding output suppression of renewable energy and providing adjustment capabilities to the power grid. Utilizing the knowledge, business experience, and engineering skills cultivated through NAS batteries and the electric power business, we will introduce our efforts to provide battery energy services that align with the actual usage of customers aiming for carbon neutrality and resilience enhancement. [Lecture Items] 1. Tokyo Electric Power Group's initiatives toward carbon neutrality 2. Current situation surrounding the battery market 3. Safety requirements for battery systems 4. Introduction of Tokyo Electric Power Group's initiatives related to batteries 5. Future business outlook 6. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] Takuya Oue, Executive Officer COO, ExaWizards Inc. Hiroaki Izuma, Advisor, Business Creation Division, Tohoku Electric Power Co., Inc. Advisor, ExaWizards Inc. [Key Lecture Content] Since the emergence of ChatGPT at the end of 2022, generative AI has rapidly permeated various aspects of society, fundamentally changing its nature. In Japan's energy industry, which is faced with the extremely challenging task of simultaneously addressing the supreme issues of decarbonization, stable supply, and economic growth, AX (AI Transformation) based on the utilization of AI plays a crucial role. This lecture will illustrate the AX in the energy sector and depict the vision for 2030 based on a wealth of examples. [Lecture Topics] 1. Structural transformation facing the energy industry 2. Energy AX from the field perspective 3. Learning from the AX strategies of major domestic players 4. Learning from advanced overseas examples 5. Vision for 2030 6. Q&A / Business card exchange

Thank you very much for your continued support. We are pleased to announce the 2024 Cutting Heat Treatment Research Conference, which will be held as follows. This year, it will be conducted online via ZOOM. <Date and Time> February 13, 2025 (Friday) Event Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Login starts at 9:30 AM) Cutting Part: 10:00 AM - DX & Environment: 1:00 PM - Heat Treatment Part: 3:00 PM - <Registration Method> This event will be conducted by prior reservation. Participation Fee: Free Registration Deadline: February 6, 2026 (Friday) *Please check the details at the provided URL. We look forward to your participation. Thank you very much for your cooperation. ◆ Seminar Information URL https://www.idemitsu.com/jp/business/lube/news/2025/251212.pdf

We will be exhibiting at "Japan IT Week Nagoya," which will be held at Port Messe Nagoya from February 25 (Wednesday) to February 27 (Friday), 2026. Japan IT Week Nagoya is the largest comprehensive exhibition in the Chubu region related to system development, operation, and maintenance. It consists of four exhibitions. Our company will be participating in the "Embedded, Edge, and IoT Development EXPO." At our booth, we will offer free consultations on our production management cloud system, "SmartF." If you have any of the following concerns, please feel free to stop by our booth: ✅ I want to know how to digitalize the manufacturing site. ✅ I am considering implementing barcode management. ✅ I want to move away from manual management using handwritten notes or Excel. ✅ I want to streamline the management of inventory, quality, and costs. ✅ I want to know the differences from the production management system I am currently using. We can also provide proposals based on the challenges faced by attendees. If you have any issues with digitalizing your operations, please feel free to consult with us!