Polymer microparticles "Tech Polymer" newly expanded into automotive lighting applications.

"Tech Polymer" can be used as an additive to impart light diffusion properties and AB characteristics in compounds and masterbatches.

In residential and commercial lighting fixtures, as well as in the decorative and partial lighting fields primarily for vehicles, various resin molded products are used as additives. The polymer microparticles known as "Tech Polymer" differ from inorganic materials, offering a wide range of particle sizes and various customization options. Additionally, they are well-regarded for their stability in particle size distribution. Composition: Cross-linked acrylic-based and cross-linked polystyrene-based Particle Size: 1.5μm to 200μm *Some submicron and nanosize options are also available Particle Size Distribution: Polydisperse and monodisperse Shape: True spherical, hollow, and irregular (biconvex lens, etc.) Refractive Index: 1.49 to 1.59 Heat Resistance: 250 to 270°C *High heat-resistant grades above 300°C are also available Expected Effects: Light diffusion, low dielectric, hollowing, stress relief

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The polymer microparticle "Tech Polymer" can be considered for various automotive components.

"Tech Polymer" is a polymer microparticle based on acrylic, styrene, and other materials. With a strong ability to customize, we can propose the optimal grade according to your needs. 【Application Examples】 ■ Instrument Panel By adding it to the resins and coatings used in panels, it contributes to preventing sunlight reflection and glare. We can also propose high heat-resistant particles and refractive index adjustment particles suitable for automotive use. ■ Display Cover Panel With the trend towards thinner and larger in-vehicle displays, it can help prevent warping and reduce shrinkage of the resins (such as PC) used in cover panels. We can accommodate requests with porous, hollow porous, and soft particles, among others. ■ Sensor-Related Covers By adding it to the resins and paints used in LiDAR sensor covers and millimeter-wave radar covers, it is expected to provide an anti-reflection effect on the inner surface. It helps maintain the performance of laser light and contributes to the safety of ADAS. ■ Headlamp Lens Cover It can be considered as a light-diffusing material for headlamp lens covers. It can provide functions that make lamp images and direct light less noticeable, as well as brighten the entire cover.

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CLT, which has been widely adopted in the construction field, is now expanding its applications into the civil engineering sector. The "Hyper CLT Mats" are civil engineering CLT products that utilize wood CLT as temporary materials. Traditionally, steel plates have been the mainstream choice for temporary roads, access routes, and heavy machinery yards. The Hyper CLT Mats introduce a new option of "wood" to that market. The 5x10 mats weigh approximately 230 kg, making them lightweight and easy to install and remove with small machinery, with a maximum capacity of 40 mats on a 10-ton truck. They also have advantages in terms of workability and transportation efficiency. Moreover, they offer added value that can only be achieved with wood, such as glare reduction, noise control, CO2 fixation, and consideration for aesthetics. This product is expected to be a new proposal for not only construction companies but also building material firms, lumber companies, and material trading companies. It is a registered technology with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism under NETIS, with the registration number "TH-250021-A." The use of wood is not limited to construction anymore. The utilization of Hyper CLT Mats is expanding as a new market that connects civil engineering and wood.

Fukuda Corporation has been pursuing leak detection for 60 years and is dedicated to advancing the future of leak testing. 【 Supporting Various Leak Tests: Air Leak Test / Gas Leak Test (Hydrogen Gas, Helium Gas) 】 We develop, manufacture, and sell leak testing equipment to inspect airtightness and sealing performance. We will propose suitable testers and devices for each inspection target. 【 Target Industries and Examples of Inspection Targets 】 - Automotive Industry: Engines, FC components, valves and piping, various parts - Electronic Components Industry: Smartphones, keyless switches, various small sensors - Pharmaceuticals / Food / Cosmetics Industry: Bottle containers, syringes, vials, eye drop containers, pillow packaging, PTP packaging We will propose the most suitable leak testers for each industry. 【 ISO Certification 】JIS Q 9001:2015 (ISO 9001:2015)

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In civil engineering sites such as mountainous areas and construction sites, it may be necessary to use wooden boards on slopes or inclined access roads. Hyper CLT boards are civil engineering materials utilizing wood CLT, which can be laid not only on flat ground but also on sloped terrain. They can be used for temporary roads, access routes, heavy machinery entry paths, and measures against muddy conditions, creating a driving environment that takes advantage of the unique surface characteristics of wood. The 5×10 board weighs approximately 230 kg, and the 5×20 board weighs about 460 kg, making them lightweight and easy to install and remove even with small machinery, which is a notable feature for maneuverability in narrow sites. This wooden board is registered as a technology under the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's NETIS system as "TH-250021-A," and can also be utilized for safety measures and innovative ideas in public works.

Metal cracks are one of the concerns in equipment maintenance operations. Repairs using conventional welding methods can alter the base material around the crack due to heat, leading to residual stress and deformation, which always carries the risk of "crack recurrence" or "secondary damage." Hinode Waterworks Equipment Co., Ltd.'s "Mechanical Stitching Method" is a new technique that allows for the repair of metal cracks without applying heat. By using special bolts and reinforcement plates, the crack is physically removed without affecting the base material with heat. Repairs can be performed even 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 or download the catalog.