[Exhibition Information] We will be exhibiting at 'POWTEX2024 (25th International Powder Technology Exhibition Tokyo)'.

A cost-effective remote monitoring system for resin compound companies. It aggregates data scattered throughout the factory and visualizes operational status!

Kubota's compound line monitoring system is a remote monitoring system that contributes to productivity improvement by not only capturing information from feeders but also from extruders and peripheral equipment, enabling comprehensive display of equipment operating status and rapid data analysis during abnormalities. It promotes visualization of your factory through phased implementation into the equipment. This system is ideal for customers facing challenges such as "sometimes not noticing alarms from equipment," "wanting to identify the cause of defective products," and "manually recording measurement data on-site." 【CraftPat Neo Launch】 - Supports multi-OS and multi-browser, allowing monitoring from smartphones and tablets (in a Wi-Fi environment) - Multi-window and multi-display capabilities enable dashboard-like usage, such as displaying graphs side by side - Enhanced grade management features further streamline grade management

• Instrumentation and Control Systems

Three unique structures to achieve stable supply of raw materials! You can choose according to your needs, such as flow rate and hopper capacity, dual-axis/single-axis screws, etc.

<NEW> The flow range of large machines has further expanded with the minor change! The 'NX Feeder' can stably supply various powders and granules such as pellets, fiberglass, pigments, carbon black, and titanium dioxide with just one feeder. While excelling in disassembly and cleaning, it is equipped with three innovative proprietary structures that fundamentally prevent causes of supply irregularities, such as bridging and rat holes! It also accommodates highly cohesive powders. 【Three Proprietary Structures】 　■ Diagonal agitator structure (prevents unnecessary movement of materials) 　■ Inverted tapered chute structure (improves bridging resistance) 　■ Dense filling structure (ensures stable discharge of materials and achieves high supply accuracy)

• Other processing machines

Next-generation feeder control system aimed at the smart factory era.

The WF series inherits the basic performance of conventional control systems while evolving its scalability through network connectivity. It is a new standard control system that realizes Kubota's vision of a future production site centered around informatization. 【Features】 - Achieves IoT for compound production processes with Ethernet connectivity - Allows for the start of feeder operation without cumbersome settings or adjustments - Prevents the occurrence of defective products and prevents the outflow of defective lots in the event of any defects - Helps prevent sudden line stoppages and contributes to minimizing downtime

• Powder Supply Device

Reduce raw material leakage to the outside and contribute to improving the manufacturing environment and labor conditions!

Compared to conventional fabric air vents, it reduces the amount of raw material leakage to the outside and suppresses filter clogging by performing backwashing with air during raw material input. 《Features》 ■ Reduces site contamination caused by leaked raw materials, improving the environment and working conditions ■ Reduces waste of raw materials, minimizing the loss of valuable raw materials through discharge and disposal ■ Contributes to improved supply stability by preventing abnormal feeding during raw material replenishment

• Powder Supply Device

Weight feeder specialized for raw materials with low liquidity.

This is a weight-type feeder specialized for raw materials with poor fluidity, such as fibers. Unlike general feeders, which struggle to accommodate long fibers or irregularly sized fibers that do not easily enter the screw, this feeder can fill the screw with these materials thanks to its specially designed discharge mechanism, enabling stable supply. It is also suitable for other raw materials that tend to cause supply issues, such as film and plastic scraps. **Features** - Flexible response to long fibers and irregularly sized fibers - Stable supply of materials even for those that tend to tangle - Ideal for a wide range of raw materials including fiber-based materials, films, and plastics

• Powder Supply Device

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 on 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 a detailed technical explanation is needed, please contact us.

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 a detailed technical explanation is needed, please contact us.

● The production time for casting prototypes can be shortened! Since model production is not required, the time needed to create prototypes, which previously took about a month, can be significantly reduced. ● Model costs can be reduced! By directly producing sand molds from 3D data, there is no need for model production costs. If changes to the model are necessary, they can be addressed by modifying the 3D data. ● Similar products with different shapes and dimensions can be prototyped simultaneously! With one molding process, different products with similar shapes or varying dimensions can be molded at the same time. This allows for the verification of multiple types in a short period.

In the field of collaborative robots, there is a demand for reduced startup labor, energy efficiency, and safe yet flexible handling performance. In particular, reliance on compressed air systems and complex wiring and piping can pose challenges during installation and operation. Piab's "piCOBOT Electric for ABB GoFa" is a plug-and-play electric vacuum gripper solution optimized specifically for ABB GoFa. Its all-electric design generates vacuum using only electricity, eliminating the need for compressed air. This enables the creation of a clean, quiet, and energy-efficient collaborative robot cell. Furthermore, by adopting ABB GoFa-specific software plugins, designated cables, and standard ISO machine interfaces, smooth integration into the ABB control environment is possible. This supports rapid startup and stable operation. Read the article here: https://www.piab.com/ja-jp/news/piab-launches-picobot-electric-for-abb-gofa

We have added the DL material "Explained in Manga! Let's Prevent Technical Information Leakage to the Outside with CrackProof Software Protection!" to the DNP Hypertech site. In the manufacturing industry, there is a growing awareness of measures against the leakage of technical information. Many companies seem to have already established sufficient rules and measures for information protection when exchanging data with external parties. However, when it comes to cases where in-house software suffers from cracking (unauthorized analysis and tampering) and information leaks occur, the current measures are still not adequate. We have explained the measures against technical information leakage through software protection in an easy-to-understand manga format. Please take a look.