Bioplastics: Manufacturing and selling plant-based, biodegradable 'foamed PLA beads' - Contributing to environmental sustainability with non-petroleum-based plastics! High expansion foaming using 'inert gas foaming technology' allows for reduced raw material usage while ensuring safety, security, and affordability.

Both the raw resin and the foaming agent are entirely non-petroleum based! They do not generate excess CO2 during the manufacturing and disposal processes.

【Plant-based, biodegradable plastic foam bead material that is gentle on people and the Earth】 "Plant-based biodegradable foam beads" are 100% biodegradable products made using an environmentally friendly method that does not involve chemical foaming agents. Thanks to our unique "supercritical inert gas foaming molding technology," we have successfully molded foam beads from biodegradable resin PLA (polylactic acid), which was previously challenging. This high expansion foaming also allows for a reduction in raw materials. As global concern over plastic waste issues grows, this new environmentally friendly product can be applied in various fields such as fishing and agricultural tools, packaging materials, medical products, and decorative/display items. 【Features】 ■ 100% plant-based ■ 100% biodegradable ■ Carbon neutral ■ Low environmental impact foaming agents used *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Composite Materials

This is a block board made of biodegradable foam beads that are non-petroleum-based, carbon-neutral, and have low environmental impact. Ideal for packaging materials, cushioning, and various three-dimensional shapes!

Beads made from plant-derived, biodegradable resin PLA (polylactic acid) are foamed using a unique extrusion foaming technology developed by Plasteco, which utilizes low environmental impact inert gases (CO2, N2) and are then steam-formed into block and board shapes. They can be processed into your desired shape through cutting and other methods! They can be used as an alternative to traditional expanded polystyrene for packaging materials and cushioning, as well as for three-dimensional objects and display items. High expansion foaming with a safe and inexpensive foaming agent (inert gas) also allows for a reduction in raw materials! PLA resin, which has a high raw material cost, can be foamed and molded at a low cost.

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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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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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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

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

For precise liquid delivery of various fluids, from low flow to high flow and from watery to high viscosity, trust the high-pressure multipurpose pump from Plasteco! [Easy maintenance]

Choose from types based on your application!! ● Pump only (for device integration) ● Integrated control unit This is a plunger pump that supports high-pressure liquid delivery up to 40MPa as standard. It has a proven track record in our flagship product, the "Supercritical Inert Gas Quantitative Supply System." We offer a wide range of models with maximum flow rates from 10mL/min to 1000mL/min, allowing you to select according to your usage purpose, from small flow rates suitable for research and experiments to large flow rates for mass production. In addition to standard specifications, we also have a rich selection of options to accommodate special specifications such as high-viscosity fluids, high-temperature fluids, slurries, and supercritical fluids. Please consult us regarding your desired flow rate, operating pressure, and fluid. With high durability and a simple structure, self-maintenance by customers is also easy.

• Positive Displacement Pump

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

The glass pot lid has a hydrophilic heat-resistant coating, allowing you to check the cooking state without any fogging.

Explosion-proof motors available in stock We will deliver within 7 days to meet your delivery schedule. 【What is an explosion-proof motor?】 In factories and plants, flammable gases and vapors are present. When these mix with air and come into contact with an ignition source, an explosion or fire can occur. This motor is designed with measures to eliminate such ignition sources. 【Available stock models】 ■ Pressure-resistant explosion-proof motors, explosion-proof grade d2G4 - Foot-mounted type, output 0.4 to 3.7 kW, 4 poles - Flange type, output 0.4 to 0.75 kW, 4 poles ■ Increased safety explosion-proof motors, explosion-proof grade eG3 - Foot-mounted type, output 0.2 to 0.75 kW, 2 and 4 poles - Flange type, output 0.2 to 0.75 kW, 2 and 4 poles

As part of the "Hometown Ibara Future Creation Human Resource Development Project," we welcomed local elementary and middle school students to the special summer program "Ibara Job Exploration Tour 2025," a collaboration between the Ibara City Chamber of Commerce and the Corporate Branding Committee. We conducted a presentation that clearly and enjoyably introduced how our technology supports society, allowing the children to learn about the appeal of manufacturing and the significance of working while interacting with actual devices and products. Through this initiative, we hope to deepen our connection with the community and nurture the curiosity of the children who will carry the future. We sincerely thank everyone who participated, as well as all those involved in planning and organizing the event.

We will disclose the interim financial results for the fiscal period ending December 2025.

We would like to inform you that our company has recorded a special loss (executive retirement benefits) for the first half of the fiscal year ending December 2025, as detailed below. Furthermore, the payment of executive retirement benefits was approved at the "51st Annual General Meeting of Shareholders" held on March 28, 2025. 1. Recording of Special Loss In recognition of the long-standing contributions of one retiring director, we have recorded a special loss of 14,045 thousand yen as executive retirement benefits. 2. Impact on Performance The impact of this matter on the performance forecast for the fiscal year ending December 2025 is minimal. End.