The world's first metal powder manufacturer to receive certification from SBTi (Science Based Target initiative).

High-load sintered gears produced by powder metallurgy can shorten the gear manufacturing process to less than 1/4, providing a new option that not only reduces size and weight but also improves gear characteristics.

The technology of powder metallurgy (PM) is widely adopted in various fields, including the automotive industry, as a sustainable "green" technology with a high material utilization rate (yield) close to 100% and low total energy consumption. By optimizing materials, process conditions, and design, it enables significant reductions in the number of steps previously required for processes such as gear cutting from steel, as well as lightweight and compact gear designs. Additionally, it allows for improvements in gear characteristics such as NVH, along with the addition of desired high functionality. 【Features】 - Elimination of gear cutting and hobbing allows for more than a 25% reduction in process time. - Significant reduction in the number of manufacturing equipment and installation area is possible. - Over 20% weight reduction can be achieved without additional processing steps such as hollowing or thinning. - A 15% reduction in bending and impact stress is possible with shape designs that are difficult with conventional methods. - Shape features such as marking can be added without any additional processes. - Integrated forming of gears and synchro cones can eliminate welding and preliminary processing steps. 【Exhibition Information】 Exhibition Name: 2021 Automotive Technology Exhibition Date: May 24 (Wed) to May 26 (Fri), 2021, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (until 5:00 PM on the final day) Venue: Pacifico Yokohama Exhibition Hall (Booth Number: 160)

• gear
• Transmission parts
• Other metal materials

[Case Materials & Catalog Presentation] Various metal powders for automotive parts such as sintered transmission gears, soft magnetic components for electrification-compatible motors, and 3D printer applications.

Our company offers a rich lineup of "powder metallurgy iron powder" suitable for high-load sintered parts such as gears, "soft magnetic composite materials (SMC)" with insulated coatings on particle surfaces for motor cores and reactors, and "metal powders for additive manufacturing (3D printing)," which is a new and noteworthy manufacturing method! The technology of powder metallurgy has an extremely high material yield and low energy consumption, making it a "green technology" that contributes to a sustainable society across a wide range of fields, including the automotive industry. Compared to conventional steel materials, it significantly reduces machining processes, enabling lightweight, compact designs, lower noise levels, and enhanced performance. 【Advantages of Powder Metallurgy】 ■ No need for gear cutting or hobbing! Processes can be shortened to less than 1/4. ■ Weight reduction of over 20% is possible without additional processing such as hollowing or thinning. ■ The number of manufacturing equipment and installation space can be reduced, allowing for a 40% reduction in capital investment. ■ Compared to traditional methods, bending and impact stress can be alleviated by 15%. ■ Almost no waste material is generated with a material utilization rate close to 100%. ■ It has shock absorption capabilities, contributing to lower noise and vibration levels.

• alloy
• Special Steel

Shortened the gear manufacturing process by 1/4! Reduced bending and impact stress by 15%! *Exhibited at the Automotive Technology Exhibition.

Our company offers a rich lineup of "powder metallurgy iron powder" suitable for high-load sintered parts, formulated with iron as the base and mixed with nickel, chromium, molybdenum, and other elements! The technology of powder metallurgy has an extremely high material yield and uses less energy, making it widely adopted in various fields, including the automotive industry, as a "green technology." By optimizing materials, process conditions, and design, it is possible to reduce processes such as gear cutting compared to steel materials. This also enables lightweight miniaturization and noise reduction of components like gears. **Benefits of Powder Metallurgy** - No need for gear cutting or hobbing! Processes can be shortened to less than 1/4. - Over 20% weight reduction is possible without additional processing such as hollowing or thinning. - The number of manufacturing equipment and installation space can be reduced, allowing for a 40% reduction in capital investment. - Compared to conventional methods, bending and impact stress can be alleviated by 15%.

• Other metal materials

We provide the optimal varieties to match the characteristics of individual filters and diverse requirements.

This is an introduction to the applications of sintered stainless steel filters made from iron powder, handled by Heganes Japan Co., Ltd.

• Steel
• Other metal materials

Get it started! 3D electromagnetic designing of the pancake-structured high-torque & ultra-flat axial flux motors

Höganäs is a specialized manufacturer of iron powders and metal powders. We produce Soft Magnetic Composites 'Somaloy(R)', which enables 3D flux paths. We also support the three-dimensional electromagnetic simulations with JMAG, required for the designing of axial flux motors (axial gap motors). 【Overview of Axial Flux Motor Design Support】 ■ Design Topology Please refer to the lineup section below. ■ Shared information - JMAG simulation files - 3D CAD data ★ Free download of design examples for axial gap motors available ★ By completing a simple registration on the JMAG site below, you can download design examples for single stator and single rotor types. * If you wish for other design topologies, please contact Heganes Japan. https://www.jmag-international.com/jp/motordesign-material/hoganas_001/

• Steel

Realizing lower loss with pure iron-based powder!

"Somaloy(R)" is our product name of soft magnetic composites made of pure iron powder with an insulating coating, developed by our company ahead of the world. [Main Needs for Automotive Reactors] - Low cost - Low loss - Low Volume [Features and Benefits of Somaloy] - Each particle of pure iron base powder is coated with an insulating layer, significantly reducing eddy current loss in the high-frequency range. - Being based on pure iron, it achieves high compressibility and easy handling, resulting in improved manufacturing efficiency. [Suitable Application Examples] - Boost reactors for DC/DC converters There is a proven track record of mass production of automotive boost reactors using "Somaloy(R)"! ★ We are currently offering the "Somaloy(R)" catalog without exception! ★ We can introduce high alloy powders with insulation coatings as well. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us♪

• Inductor Coil
• Other electronic parts
• Other metal materials

A must-see for those struggling with miniaturizing motors! Ideal for pancake structure high-torque ultra-flat axial gap motors, etc.!

"Somaloy(R)" is a soft magnetic material made from pure iron powder that has been developed and insulated by our company. We enable innovative motor designs that are not constrained by the limitations of electromagnetic steel sheets, providing solutions to many challenges faced by our customers. 【Matching of Axial Gap Motors (Axial Flux Motors) Topology with "Somaloy(R)"】 　　■ Net shaping (3D mechanical shapes that can be "unidirectionally pressed") 　　■ Realization of freedom in 3D magnetic circuit design 　　　☆ Achieving compact, lightweight, and low-cost designs that were difficult with conventional electromagnetic steel sheets☆ 【Grades】 　Covers from below 100Hz to 100kHz 【Examples of Advantages for Electric Motors】 　 Reduces dimensions and weight by up to 60% ☆ Technical design support for axial gap motors is also underway☆ 　・ 3D magnetic circuit analysis using JMAG 　・ 3D CAD modeling 　・ Optimization using Mode Frontier 　・ Winding design 　・ Strength analysis 　　 We will design according to your requirements. Please feel free to contact us. 　★ Catalogs for axial gap motors using "Somaloy(R)" are currently being distributed ★

• PM motor
• Other motors
• Other metal materials

Soft Magnetic Composites help to reduce the eddy current loss at high frequency! ☆ Easy modeling of 3D complex shapes ☆

"Somaloy(R)" is our soft magnetic composites product, made of pure iron powder with an insulating coating. Our products help the designing of components with three-dimensional shapes and three-dimensional magnetic properties. It is particularly useful for the development and manufacturing of high-spec soft magnetic cores required for miniaturization and high output in applications such as electric vehicles. 【Features】 - High compressibility allows for high permeability. - Enables three-dimensional magnetic circuit design, achieving miniaturization, lightweight, and cost reduction of products. - An insulating coating on pure iron powder results in low eddy current loss characteristics, achieving high efficiency in high-frequency ranges! - Complex shapes can be formed without secondary processing through net shaping (three-dimensional mechanical shapes that can be formed with uniaxial pressure). 【Grades】 - We offer a range of products covering frequencies from 100Hz for motor applications to up to 100kHz for reactor applications. ★ A catalog of "Somaloy(R)" is available for download via the button below.

• Inductor Coil
• PM motor
• Other metal materials

Electromagnetic design introduction of an axial flux motor can be downloaded for free!

A design report for an axial flux motor that effectively utilizes the three-dimensional magnetic properties of the soft magnetic composite "Somaloy(R)" has been made publicly available on the website of JMAG, an electromagnetic field analysis software provided by JSOL Corporation. 【Items included in the design report】 - Description of "Somaloy(R)" material and overview of core manufacturing process - Concept of axial flux motor - Abstract of motor SPEC, shape, material of each component, coil pattern - Motor performance simulation results 【Specifications Overview 12 slots / 10 poles open slot】 SSAFM DSAFM Maximum output 4.9kW 7.7kW Rated torque 3.1Nm 5.1Nm Speed 6000rpm 6000rpm Dimensions 110mm 110mm Shaft length 41mm 66.2mm ★ The design report can be downloaded for free with a free registration on the JMAG site ★ Even those who are not JMAG users can download it by registering for free, so please access the hyperlink to the official JMAG website below. *If you want the JMAG model, please contact us. ↓ JMAG Official Website Link ↓

• Other motors

We have newly added a **"Frequently Asked Questions Q&A"** section to the Hyper CLT sheet website. It clearly summarizes many questions frequently asked by those considering the introduction of the product, such as "What types of civil engineering sites can it be used on?", "Can it be used on rainy days?", "Is it compatible with large machinery?", and "What is NETIS?". The Hyper CLT sheet is a lightweight wooden sheet utilizing wood CLT, suitable for a wide range of applications including temporary roads, access routes, and heavy machinery work yards. It is also registered as a **Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism NETIS registered technology "TH-250021-A"**. Since it is a new material, we will not leave any uncertainties unaddressed. We aim to create a website that makes it easy to resolve questions before introduction, including information on wood, NETIS, civil engineering, and CLT, and we will continue to enhance the Q&A section.

We have added a new **"Glossary"** to the Hyper CLT sheet website. In the civil engineering and construction industries, there are many specialized terms such as "CLT," "NETIS," "temporary roads," and "wooden lightweight sheets." Therefore, we have introduced related terms in an easy-to-understand manner so that those who are encountering Hyper CLT sheets for the first time can understand the products and technologies. Hyper CLT sheets are wooden lightweight sheets for civil engineering that utilize wood CLT and are registered under the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's NETIS technology as **"TH-250021-A."** We hope that by not only conveying the features of the product but also sharing the underlying technologies and terminology, users will feel a closer connection to Hyper CLT sheets. We will continue to enhance our website and provide clear information related to wood, NETIS, civil engineering, and CLT.

Hotron Inc. has launched its new product, the "Vehicle Count Sensor CCS3"! This product is a ceiling-mounted sensor that combines infrared and radar technology. It reliably detects vehicles in both directions with a single unit, accommodating traffic during congestion and vehicle passing, thus achieving efficient occupancy management in large parking lots. Additionally, it can be utilized for exit warning purposes in addition to vehicle counting, contributing to the safe and smooth operation of parking facilities. 'Features' - Improved detection performance against changes in road surface during rainy weather by using both infrared and radar. - Equipped with IP67 waterproof and dustproof performance, making it effective even in salt damage areas. - Various settings can be configured from a dedicated app (for Android devices), with current settings easily understandable at a glance. - The base dimensions are the same as the previous model "CCS2," allowing for smooth replacement of existing equipment. *For more details, please refer to the product information, catalog download, or contact us.*

On September 15, 2026, we issued a press release regarding the wooden lightweight sheet "Hyper CLT Sheet." The Hyper CLT Sheet is a civil engineering sheet that utilizes CLT (Cross-Laminated Timber) stacked in an orthogonal direction. It can be used in various locations such as temporary roads, access routes, heavy machinery work yards, and material storage areas. The 5×10 version weighs approximately 230 kg, making it relatively lightweight and easy to install, remove, and relocate. Additionally, it offers environmental benefits such as reducing glare and metallic sounds typical of wood, as well as CO2 fixation. Furthermore, it can be proposed for the use of new technologies in public works as a **registered technology with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism "TH-250021-A."** Through this press release, we aim to expand the new wooden lightweight sheet that combines wood, NETIS, civil engineering, and CLT to more construction sites.

We have published the latest issue (No. 94) of the ISO-related information magazine "Intertek News." Intertek News delivers information and various topics related to ISO audits, certifications, and verifications. This issue features a special section titled "Interpreting Standard Revisions," which introduces key points of management system standard requirements that new personnel should understand as preparation for standard revisions. Additionally, we have included customer case studies, articles contributed by auditors, and information on certifications and standards, as well as the latest topics, so please take a look.