We will exhibit Oji's cellulose nanofiber at the '2024 NAGOYA Automotive Technology Exhibition.'

It is a natural-derived high-performance additive that has functions such as high viscosity and high transparency, which are superior to conventional additives that do not exist in traditional products.

"AUROVISCO" is a water dispersion of ultra-fine wood fiber cellulose nanofiber (CNF) with a fiber width of 3nm. By adding a small amount to water-based liquid agents, the following outstanding functions are expected to be imparted. <Functions> - High transparency - High viscosity - dispersion stability - Water retention - Coating stability function - Thixotropy <Applications> - Thickening and dispersing agents for paints and inks: dispersion stability of pigments and additives / coating film stability - Cleaning and disinfectant solutions: dispersion of abrasives, etc., and coating film stability after application of liquid agents - Ceramic products such as concrete: reinforcing effect for ceramic products *The Oji Group has adopted the "phosphate esterification method" as an effective technique to reduce the energy required for fine processing during manufacturing. This method has enabled the production of high-quality (high transparency, high viscosity, thixotropic) cellulose nanofibers with higher production efficiency compared to conventional methods. In 2017, the cellulose nanofiber production facility began operation at the Oji Paper Tomioka Plant.

• Organic Natural Materials

Biomass content over 80% - Transparent, high-strength sheets made primarily of cellulose nanofibers / Further functional enhancement through composite with other materials!

The cellulose nanofiber transparent sheet "AUROVEIL" boasts glass-like transparency and dimensional stability while being made from wood-based materials. Additionally, it features high strength, high elasticity, and good flexibility. ■ Features of "AUROVEIL" - High transparency / High strength / High elasticity / Flexibility / High dimensional stability - Biomass content: Approximately 80% (This depends on the required functions and specifications, so please contact us for details) ■ Composite Cellulose Nanofiber Sheet We have established a technology to combine cellulose nanofiber sheets (AUROVEIL) with resins such as "polycarbonate" and "acrylic." This environmentally friendly composite material reduces the use of petrochemical and plastic materials while leveraging the characteristics of each material. * "Cellulose nanofiber" refers to fibers that have been finely disassembled to the nano level (one millionth of a millimeter) from cellulose, the main component of wood. It is said to be a "dream new material" that is one-fifth the weight of steel yet possesses more than five times its strength. Being plant-based, it is also gaining attention as a sustainable resource.

• Other polymer materials

New rubber products for the carbon-neutral era. Natural rubber × natural materials: cellulose nanofiber rubber composite CNF masterbatch.

This is a rubber composite masterbatch that combines unique phosphoric esterified CNF and natural rubber. Even with a small amount of addition, it improves elasticity and provides excellent strength and elongation, making it an environmentally friendly material expected to reduce the amount of carbon black derived from petroleum. <Features> Biomass Material... By replacing carbon black, the ratio of natural materials increases. Functional Improvement... Hardness and elongation comparable to or exceeding that of carbon black. Energy Saving and Durability... Increased strength and other effects are expected to enhance durability. Design Flexibility... The milky white masterbatch allows for colorful variations to be considered. Customization... We can accommodate requests for synthetic rubber such as NBR and HNBR, as well as optimization of fiber shapes. * "Cellulose Nanofiber" refers to fibers that have been finely disassembled to the nano level (one millionth of a millimeter) from cellulose, the main component of wood. It is said to be a "dream new material" that is one-fifth the weight of steel yet possesses more than five times its strength. Being plant-derived, it is also attracting attention as a sustainable resource.

• Rubber

We will be exhibiting at the "P-MEC Japan 2025 Pharmaceutical Ingredients and Equipment Exhibition" held at Tokyo Big Sight. During the event, we will showcase various products. We invite all relevant parties to come and visit us. 【Suppliers】 ・LAUDA

Seiko Co., Ltd. will be exhibiting at the "11th Monozukuri World Nagoya" held at Port Messe Nagoya. This exhibition features approximately 630 companies showcasing advanced technologies that contribute to shortening development and manufacturing periods, promoting DX and IT, reducing costs, and enhancing energy efficiency and automation in factories, including IT and DX products, parts, equipment, devices, and measurement products. We plan to display the actual cabinet for equipment management, "SMART BEE," so please be sure to visit us. 【Model Numbers】 ■ Vending Machine Type Tool Management Cabinet Smart Bee X, Smart Bee S, Cute Bee, Smart Bee Pro ■ Locker Shelf Type Tool and Consumables Management Cabinet T Series: T57, T100, T108 TW Series (with electronic scale): TW45, TW68, Hyper S, Hive

We will be exhibiting at "Japan DX Week Spring 2026," which will be held at Tokyo Big Sight from April 8 (Wednesday) to April 10 (Friday). At the Marble booth, we plan to showcase how AI can improve work efficiency and lead to business automation in on-site operations. Additionally, we will provide an opportunity to experience a demonstration utilizing the latest technology, AR. Furthermore, for our manufacturing industry customers, we will present proposals under the theme "Utilizing Drawings to Drive DX," promoting the digitalization of design and quality areas, and introducing packaged products and custom services aimed at enhancing productivity in the manufacturing sector.

Core systems are the foundational support for corporate management, and their importance is increasingly heightened in the DX era, where data becomes a source of competitive advantage. To respond swiftly and flexibly to the rapidly changing business environment, a transformation in the nature of systems is required. We will introduce a method to realize a highly flexible and scalable business system that promotes operational efficiency and data utilization through the combination of kintone and ASTERIA Warp, using examples and demonstrations.

The widespread adoption of generative AI is rapidly evolving from traditional "conversational AI" to "autonomous execution AI (AI agents)." The AI agents that have recently garnered attention are not limited to merely generating responses; they can incorporate an autonomous processing flow of "planning → task decomposition → execution → evaluation," serving as new partners that can substitute and expand users' business operations. In this seminar, we will clearly introduce the following topics, incorporating examples of the AI solution "AIdea Suite AGENT +plus" and the data integration tool "ASTERIA Warp": - Why "AI agents" are becoming essential for corporate competitiveness now - The mechanisms of AI agents and specific use cases - Methods for establishing business efficiency, creating new value, and gaining a competitive edge - Specific steps for implementing AI agents - Data integration and its methods, which are essential for utilizing AI *This is a re-broadcast of the seminar held on October 30, 2025 (Thursday).