【SDGs】The Supercritical Inert Gas Foaming Technology of Plasteco's Superiority - Issues with Conventional Foaming Agents and Challenges of Inert Gas Foaming - 【Kind to People and the Earth】

Manufacturing of a complete set of molding systems and peripheral equipment, as a specialized manufacturer of safe, low-cost, and environmentally friendly foaming agents and inert gases (CO2, N2).

Plasteco Co., Ltd. is the world's only manufacturer specializing in foaming using inert gases (CO₂, N₂). We are capable of manufacturing a complete set of equipment, including supercritical inert gas extrusion foaming molding systems, gas quantitative supply devices, and dryers. Leveraging our long-standing experience and know-how cultivated through numerous sales achievements, we provide consistent and flexible support from raw materials to molding. ● Safe and inexpensive foaming agents ● High added value through ultra-fine foaming ● Reduction of greenhouse gases ● Raw material reduction through high expansion foaming ● Foaming of new materials such as biodegradable options is possible ● Comprehensive support from raw materials to molding

• Extrusion Machine

Please consult with us. We overturn the conventional wisdom of plastic! Environmentally friendly, high value-added foaming technology.

The "Supercritical Inert Gas Foaming Technology" is a high-value-added micro-foaming technology that considers both people and the environment. It does not have the explosiveness or flammability of hydrocarbon-based physical foaming agents, so there is no need to make the equipment explosion-proof. It is also free from the toxicity of chemical foaming agents and has no residual effects, making it excellent for recycling. Our company provides comprehensive support from raw materials to the entire molding equipment and the development of the molding process. Additionally, our foaming molding machines come standard with extrusion molding and RIM molding. If you are considering foaming molding, please feel free to contact us. 【Features】 ■ The foaming agent is non-explosive and non-flammable, eliminating the need for explosion-proof equipment. ■ It has a low global warming potential, taking the global environment into consideration. ■ It is non-toxic and has no residual effects, making it excellent for recycling. ■ It is capable of forming fine bubbles of several micrometers. ■ It can also be applied to foaming of crystalline resins, which were difficult to foam at high ratios with conventional methods. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Gas recovery/treatment equipment

All-in-one dehumidifying, drying, and transporting machine with stirring function suitable for drying resins that easily fuse and adhere, such as bioplastics.

Suitable for bio-plastics such as PLA and PHA! ● Compatible with resins that are prone to fusion and adhesion due to stirring function ● Low dew point honeycomb adsorption tower type ● All-in-one for dehumidification, drying, and transportation The DryTeco-S HCF series is a dryer that compactly integrates three functions: dehumidification, drying, and transportation. It is equipped with a stirring device to prevent pellet adhesion, making it suitable for various plastic materials, especially bio-plastics (PLA, PHA, PBS, etc.) and hygroscopic engineering plastics (PA, PC, PBT, PET, etc.). It consists of a Japanese-made honeycomb rotor adsorption tower and an all-stainless steel insulated drying hopper. Safety devices: power reverse phase detection, over-temperature prevention, inspection port safety switch.

• Drying Equipment

We offer consulting services for sample contract manufacturing and foaming using supercritical inert gases, taking into consideration both people and the Earth, tailored to your desired resin and conditions.

At Plasteco, we have introduced our own extrusion molding and bead molding equipment, and we offer commissioned production of product samples. Foam testing can be conducted under your desired resin and conditions. ■ In-house experimental equipment - φ25 twin-screw - φ50 single-screw tandem foam extrusion device Supercritical carbon dioxide/nitrogen quantitative supply system (can be used in combination) Strand die: various hole diameters, pelletizer T-die: sheet width up to 150mm, thickness 0.2 to 3mm, cooling roll, take-off machine - φ40 twin-screw - φ65 single-screw tandem foam extrusion device Supercritical carbon dioxide/nitrogen quantitative supply system (can be used in combination) Strand die: various hole diameters, hot cut, underwater cut Circular die: sheet width up to 650mm, thickness 0.5 to 4mm, take-off and winding machine T-die: sheet width up to 400mm, thickness 0.2 to 3mm, cooling roll, take-off machine

• Prototype Services

RIM foaming using inert gases. A technology that contributes to environmental conservation, enabling foaming of products that were previously unsuitable for foaming and creating reaction injection molded products that have never existed before.

**Characteristics of Supercritical Inactive Gas RIM Foaming Molding** - Bubbles are fine (a few micrometers) - High bubble density (over 10^9) - Weight reduction can be achieved with similar physical strength - Possesses high thermal insulation properties (low thermal conductivity) - Good high-frequency characteristics (low dielectric constant) - Fine-grained elastomer foaming - Good surface properties (control of skin layer is possible) - Control of independent and continuous bubbles is possible - Difficult to generate defects like shrinkage, allowing for flexible structural design of molded products such as ribs - Can shorten molding cycles - Does not use environmentally harmful foaming agents - No risks associated with explosive atmospheres - The cost of foaming agents is low

• Injection Molding Machine

Foamed sheets made from biodegradable resin PLA (polylactic acid) that are produced using environmentally friendly methods. They can be used for food trays, agricultural products, medical supplies, packaging, and cushioning materials.

Plasteco Co., Ltd. has consistently focused on "plastic production that considers people and the Earth" since its establishment. Through our unique technology that uses a safe inert gas with a low global warming potential to foam resins, we conduct research on plastic products and manufacturing methods that address environmental and resource issues, as well as the development and manufacturing of related equipment. With this technology, we have successfully achieved high-density foaming of plant-based biodegradable resins like PLA (polylactic acid), which were previously difficult to foam. Our foamed plastics are carbon neutral, derived from non-petroleum sources, and do not generate excess CO₂ during manufacturing and disposal processes, making them advanced materials that can be safely used in the future. Our foamed sheets are 100% biodegradable and do not use chemical foaming agents. Amid growing global concern over plastic waste, they can be applied in various fields as new environmentally friendly products, including food trays, packaging materials, and medical products. We have vacuum forming equipment and molds for testing, allowing for prototyping from sheets to formed products.

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Renewed with a new model! This is a gas supply device capable of precisely and stably supplying inert gases necessary for foam molding, such as carbon dioxide (CO2) and nitrogen (N2).

【Renewal & New Model Launch!】 - Smaller and lighter than the previous model - Equipped with a 12-inch large screen touch panel - Precise control of gas supply volume is possible through data linkage with various molding machines Foaming with CO₂ or N₂ experiences significant changes in bubble diameter and foaming conditions due to minor fluctuations in supply volume. Additionally, traditional pump methods using pressure control have seen supply volume fluctuate due to pressure changes at the gas injection point of the molding machine. Plasteco's supercritical inert gas quantitative supply device maintains a constant supply mass and automatically adjusts the supply pressure to follow the pressure at the supply point, enabling precise control of the supply volume at all times and achieving uniform and fine foaming. Furthermore, by precisely controlling the gas addition amount through data linkage (optional) with extrusion and injection molding machines, stabilization of foaming ratios and reduction in the weight of molded products become possible. It can accommodate a wide range of applications, from small flow rates for small molding machines to large flow rates for large molding machines, as well as RIM molding and other uses. It also supports flow control, high-pressure compatibility, and other options, making it suitable for various applications.

• Extrusion Machine

Precision and stable high-pressure gas supply technology essential for supercritical foaming molding.

Our company offers a "supercritical inert gas quantitative supply device" that enables precise control of the supply mass, automatically adjusting the supply pressure to match the pressure at the delivery point, ensuring a consistently accurate supply volume and achieving uniform and fine foaming molding. We can accommodate a wide range of applications, from micro supply volumes for small molding machines to high flow rates for large molding machines, as well as uses beyond foaming. We can also respond to flow control, high-pressure requirements, and other options, making it widely applicable. 【Features】 ■ High-pressure gas supply necessary for CO₂ and N₂ foaming ■ Precise supply for any type of foaming molding ■ Quantitative supply of various inert gases ■ Applicable for uses beyond foaming *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other processing machines

Products for three-dimensional modeling, decoration, and displays made using plant-based, biodegradable foam PLA beads shaped by our unique technology that considers both people and the Earth.

【PLA (Polylactic Acid) Microcellular Foam Products Considerate of People and the Earth】 Our unique "Inert Gas Foaming Technology" has successfully enabled the microcellular foaming of biodegradable resin PLA (Polylactic Acid) using environmentally friendly foaming agents such as carbon dioxide (CO2) and nitrogen (N2) at high ratios, which was previously difficult. By not using chemical foaming agents, our products are 100% biodegradable and carbon neutral. As a material that addresses global environmental issues, it can be freely shaped into food trays, packaging materials, fishing and agricultural supplies, medical products, as well as store displays, exhibition booths, stage decorations, and display items.

• Other polymer materials

100% plant-based cloth that can be used for cleaning water areas such as kitchens and bathrooms, as well as for washing dishes. Compostable after use.

Multipurpose cloth made from foamed PLA sheets. It is molded using our unique environmentally friendly inert gas foaming process, resulting in a product with low environmental impact and carbon neutrality. Being 100% PLA, it has antibacterial properties and is compostable after use due to its biodegradability.

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The "Mechanical Stitching Method" by Nichinichisui Road Machinery Co., Ltd. is a new technique that allows for the repair of metal cracks without the application of heat. By using special bolts and reinforcement plates, cracks are physically removed, and repairs are made without causing any thermal impact to the base material. Repairs can be carried out in environments where open flames cannot be used. Since no heat is applied, the disassembly of equipment is minimized. ◎ For more details, please contact us. ◎ If you require a detailed technical explanation, please contact us.

Based on practical experience in support companies and business companies, SBS Marketing Co., Ltd. provides consulting services related to marketing, sales promotion, and customer acquisition primarily in the BtoB (business-to-business) sector. On October 2, 2025 (Thursday), they published the "Notice of Content Gift List Page Update 13." The page introduces the "Useful for Business! Downloadable Content" page, which has added 8 new pieces of content and updated 1 piece. (Page Overview: Excerpts) ■ Added 3 pieces of content on 'Strategies and Tactics,' which are fundamental to marketing! ■ Added 2 pieces and updated 1 piece on 'Behavioral Psychology Techniques,' which can be a shortcut to business success! ■ Added 1 piece on 'Personnel Evaluation and Management,' which is also important in marketing organizations! ■ It's good to know! Added 2 pieces on 'Trivia in the Marketing Field!' ▼ For more details, please visit this page. https://sbsmarketing.co.jp/blog/notice-of-content-gift-list-page-update13-2025-10/

Realizing Precision Control in Energy Innovation Hydrogen, fuel cells, CCUS, biofuels, CNT manufacturing. There are technologies on-site that monitor precise flows to support the energy of the future. Brooks Instrument's flow meters support the energy transition.

What is a counting machine and parts counter? / Do you really understand the accuracy of parts counters? A thorough explanation of "identification accuracy" and "control accuracy" The truth about counter accuracy that manufacturing site managers should know ________________________________________ "The accuracy of the counter is 99.8%." When you receive such an explanation, do you fully understand it? In fact, the "accuracy" of a parts counter consists of two important concepts: **"identification accuracy" and "control accuracy."** If you introduce a counter without understanding these two, you might end up in a situation where "the catalog value is high precision, but the actual accuracy is not as expected." This article will explain the accuracy of parts counters in an easy-to-understand manner without using technical jargon, which factory site managers should grasp. [What you will learn from this article] • The difference between identification accuracy and control accuracy • Why overall accuracy decreases • The challenges of control based on the material of the parts • Key points to avoid failure in model selection

NEXTOPT will exhibit at booth A19-2 during "Factory Innovation Week 2025 (Generative AI World)" held at Port Messe Nagoya from October 29 (Wednesday) to 31 (Friday), 2025. At our booth, we will conduct live demonstrations of the "Factomate" series, which is specifically designed to solve challenges in manufacturing environments. You will have the opportunity to experience our production scheduling optimization AI "SHIFT" and our work analysis AI "TAKT." Additionally, we will provide information about our AI education services and consultation desk aimed at manufacturing professionals who are unsure about where to start with AI implementation. We will offer thorough support from practical AI utilization methods from a field perspective to the steps for implementation. Furthermore, we also provide coaching services for AI vendors to acquire manufacturing domain knowledge and mathematical optimization techniques. We invite you to experience practical solutions for manufacturing DX and AI utilization at booth A19-2. We sincerely look forward to your visit.