[FerRobotics] Exhibiting at the 2023 International Robot Exhibition! Displaying multiple types of robotic systems for polishing automation solutions! Achieving the automation of skilled tasks in polishing and grinding, which has been deemed impossible until now, along with reduced cycle times and high-quality finishes.

Dramatic improvement in cycle time. Solutions to the hiring issues of skilled workers and 3K workers. Reduction in costs of consumables and abrasives. Automation of polishing with high-speed autonomous correction control of contact force!

FerRobotics' Active Compliant Technology automatically corrects the "difference" in contact pressure (force) generated during polishing and grinding processes, which require skilled techniques, at high speed. This technology allows for consistent polishing/grinding at the set contact force, unaffected by variations in processing speed or gravitational load differences due to angles. With the end effector (ACF) utilizing ACT technology, it instantly adjusts to changes in the dimensional tolerances, curved shapes, and non-flat surfaces of the workpiece through rapid automatic correction of stroke extension and contraction, maintaining contact with the workpiece at the set force. This technology can increase the speed of the device or robot's trajectory, thereby enhancing processing speed and improving cycle times. Additionally, in robotic polishing and grinding, the ACF controls the contact pressure through the extension and contraction of its stroke, eliminating the need to move the heavy robot arm for corrections, which further assists in improving processing speed. Moreover, it automatically corrects tool load variations caused by gravity changes due to the robot's angle, ensuring a consistent contact pressure from any angle and enabling a finish without processing inconsistencies.

• Welding robot

Weld bead removal and complete automation from rough cutting to finishing polishing can be achieved with a single machine. With the integration of a tool exchange system and high-speed autonomous pressure correction technology, full automation is possible!

Equipped with an auto tool changer function, the pressing force high-speed autonomous correction technology achieves a reduction in cycle time for skilled labor and complete automation of high-quality finishing. Using ACT technology, the end effector autonomously corrects the force applied to the workpiece in response to variations in dimensions and warping by instantaneously adjusting the stroke extension and contraction, maintaining contact with the set force. Additionally, gravity compensation is autonomously performed, ensuring a consistent pressing force from any angle, and allowing for easy settings to maintain finishing quality on R-shaped workpieces. This technology enables the robot to maintain a constant contact force even when increasing the trajectory speed, improving cycle time and achieving high-quality finishing with high repeatability. Furthermore, automation allows for increased pressing force and reduces the frequency of changing abrasive grits by maintaining a consistent force, significantly contributing to the extension of abrasive lifespan and reduction of running costs. The tools include holders compatible with almost all types of grinding, from grinders to double-action sanders and brushing. The motor speed can be controlled in 10 rpm increments, broadening the scope of automation in grinding operations. Additionally, it is compatible with an auto paper changer.

• Welding robot

Automation of labor-intensive R-shaped and complex-shaped masking tasks without wrinkles or bubbles. Enabling automation of processes that were previously impossible to automate with high-speed operations.

This product enables the automation of masking and taping tasks that were previously impossible. FerRobotics' Active Compliant Technology (ACT) automatically corrects the "difference" in contact pressure (force) at high speed, allowing it to maintain constant contact with the target object at the set pressing force, regardless of variations in processing speed or gravitational load differences due to angles. With the end effector (ATK) utilizing this technology, taping and masking tasks can be finished with the highest quality, free of wrinkles and bubbles. It also allows for increased robot speed, enhancing work speed and improving cycle time. The tool load caused by gravity, which changes with the robot's angle, is automatically corrected, ensuring a consistent pressing pressure from any angle, enabling high-quality taping with high repeatability even on R-shaped and complex geometries.

• Articulated Robot

In recent years, the pharmaceutical and medical industries have faced urgent challenges, including the digitization of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and the strengthening of continuous education and human resource development. In this webinar, we will introduce a comprehensive system that not only streamlines operations but also consistently supports education and human resource development by integrating Agatha's SOP management cloud solution "Agatha SOP" with "Ave-TMS," a training management system provided by BIO-TREND BIOPRODUCTS, with whom Agatha has recently signed a distribution agreement. [Program] Part 1: 14:00 - 14:20 "Introduction to Agatha Solutions" Agatha Inc. Sales & Marketing Department, Quality Group Part 2: 14:20 - 15:00 "Ave-TMS Demo Presentation" BIO-TREND BIOPRODUCTS Project Manager, Choi Woo-Chun *For Q&A, please fill out the survey displayed after the webinar, and we will respond later.

[Speaker] Toshio Kawamoto, Managing Director / Head of Cross Creation Group, NTT Data Management Research Institute, Business Transformation Unit, and Co-representative of Social Innovation Alliance Japan Denmark Takaaki Sukegawa, Senior Manager [Lecture Items] 1. Competitiveness and Governance in the Post-Generative AI Era - Toshio Kawamoto [13:00 - 14:00] 1. Introduction to NTT Data Management Research Institute 2. Major countries' perspectives on AI utilization 3. Considerations for companies when building AI governance 4. Examples of AI governance construction in Japan 5. Introduction of our company's achievements in related projects 6. Q&A / Business card exchange 2. On-Site AI Risk Management in Europe ~Introduction to Trends in AI Utilization in Europe and Advanced Centralized AI Risk Management Solutions~ - Takaaki Sukegawa [14:10 - 15:10] 1. Overview of centralized AI risk management 2. Detailed approach 3. Introduction of case studies applying the approach 4. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] Daiki Suzuki, Senior Researcher, Nature and Climate Division, SOMPO Institute Plus Inc. [Key Lecture Content] As we enter 2025, global environmental and sustainability regulations are at a turning point. There are rapid movements of backlash, such as the retreat of U.S. climate policy under the second Trump administration and the simplification of regulations symbolized by the EU's omnibus bill. While the situation is difficult to predict, long-term demands such as investor expectations and decarbonization continue, and in Japan, the mandatory disclosure of sustainability is steadily progressing. In this lecture, we will overview the complex domestic and international situations surrounding sustainability and explore the direction companies should take in the future, incorporating case analyses. [Lecture Topics] 1. Overview of sustainability regulations 2. Unchanging expectations of capital markets and long-term trends 3. Detailed analysis of regional regulations 4. New regulatory frontiers 5. Direction of corporate responses, etc. 6. Q&A

[Instructor] Attorney Shinya Tsuchiya, Ishizaki & Yamanaka Law Office [Key Lecture Content] When various problematic behaviors occur among employees, such as poor work attitude, harassment, and lack of cooperation, if the employer mismanages the response, it can not only significantly disrupt workplace order and operational efficiency but also potentially invalidate the legal effectiveness of disciplinary actions or personnel measures taken against the employee in question. To avoid such risks, appropriate and consistent responses based on employment regulations and internal systems are required. On the other hand, dealing with "problematic employees" often places a significant psychological and practical burden on busy supervisors and HR personnel. In order to maintain smooth business operations, it has become essential to provide support to those responding and to prepare as an organization. In this seminar, we will systematically organize practical knowledge that is useful in the field, focusing on legal points and practical strategies to consider when responding to various types of "problematic employees" that have recently become more apparent, while assuming specific scenarios.

[Instructor] Takahisa Saito, Human Resources Consultant, Saito Social Insurance and Labor Office [Key Lecture Content] Human resource systems support the foundation of an organization. However, if the operation is neglected, the system itself will collapse. There are various systems, but among them, the "grade system, evaluation system, and wage system" can be considered the three major elements. We must design these three major elements with operational considerations in mind. In other words, it is important that the system is easy for management to operate. There is no need to overthink it. Additionally, as work style reforms progress, we must also consider the response to equal pay for equal work. I believe that what lies ahead after organizing the current situation is the "limited regular employee" system. In this seminar, we will share anticipated information and provide clear explanations. Furthermore, for those attending in person, meaningful information exchange is possible through mutual confirmation during Q&A sessions. [Lecture Items] 1. Trends and Perspectives Surrounding Human Resources 2. Basics of the Grade System 3. Basics of the Evaluation System 4. Basics of the Wage System 5. Considering Equal Pay and Job-Based Employment 6. Q&A / Business Card Exchange