On February 21, 2025, at the National Strategic Special Zone Conference Joint Meeting, a proposal regarding Keys Lock Service was made in relation to the deregulation proposal from Fukuoka City!

Smart locks, which can be used starting from tens of thousands of yen, are rapidly being adopted by major manufacturers (automotive, chemical, steel, etc.)!

KEYes smart locks (padlocks/key boxes/wire locks) use your smartphone as the "key" instead of a physical key. This prevents the loss and duplication of keys while ensuring that usage history is reliably recorded. In particular, industries where key management is deeply involved in daily operations, such as manufacturing companies with factories and power companies, have seen dramatic effects from the introduction of these smart locks. For example, eliminating the handover and return of keys at warehouses and site gates leads to reduced management costs and shorter travel times, while the acquisition of usage history enables strict monitoring of the use of chemicals and expensive equipment. ● No installation required! Smart locks usable outdoors Since the smart lock has a built-in lithium battery, there is no need for installation work; you can simply replace the padlock or key box you are currently using. It also meets the IP66 dust and water resistance standards, making it suitable for outdoor use. ● Optional features that meet specific needs You can manage entry and exit time restrictions and prevent locking omissions with features like scheduling and locking reports, which were not possible with conventional locks or key boxes. Additionally, as a self-developed product, we also accept requests for the development of desired features.

• Entrance and exit control system

Smart locks that enhance business efficiency, safety, and security are being rapidly adopted by major manufacturing industries (such as automotive and steel)!

【Announcement of Lockout Feature Release】 We have updated the Keys Lock Service with a new lockout (tagout) feature for operations! With the implementation of this feature, padlocks locked for power source disconnection can now be controlled systemically so that only the "locker (multiple users supported)" can unlock them. This will help further reduce the risk of workplace accidents caused by human errors and malfunctions. Trial use is also available, so please feel free to contact us. *Please also take a look at the catalog "KEYes Lockout Feature Usage Image"! 【What is the Keys Lock Service?】 KEYes' smart locks (padlocks/key boxes/wire locks) use the smartphone itself as the "key." This prevents the loss and duplication of keys while ensuring accurate tracking of usage history. In particular, industries such as manufacturing with factories, where key management is deeply involved in daily operations, have seen dramatic effects from the introduction of smart locks. For example, eliminating the handover and return of keys for warehouses and site gates leads to reduced management costs and shorter travel times. Additionally, the acquisition of usage history enables strict monitoring of the use of chemicals and expensive equipment.

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Key management of the pharmaceutical storage room through the introduction of smart padlocks.

【Smart Padlock That Can Be Unlocked with a Smartphone】 Low cost & no installation work required! Free yourself from the risks of key-related crimes and operational burdens, achieving "store operations without key handovers" and "well-managed real estate properties"! Since it simply replaces the padlock you are currently using, you can continue to use your existing padlock holder. Additionally, the padlock body has obtained IP66 certification, ensuring that "dust intrusion is completely prevented" and "it is not adversely affected by strong direct jets of water from any direction," making it suitable for outdoor use. 【What is the Keyless Lock Service?】 The Keyless Lock Service is a keyless padlock system that allows unlocking operations via a dedicated app installed on a smartphone. Unlocking permissions for the padlock can be granted through a web-based management screen, and unlocking is performed via Bluetooth. Furthermore, it digitizes operational records of "when," "which padlock," "who," and "where" it was opened, allowing you to check the unlocking history of all padlocks on the web-based management screen. This can lead to effective management of entry and exit for vacant rooms, as well as analysis of viewing numbers and decision rates.

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Key management for hazardous material storage using key boxes and padlocks.

【Smart Key Box That Can Be Unlocked with a Smartphone】 Users granted unlocking permissions can unlock the key box using a dedicated smartphone app and retrieve the keys inside. There is no longer a need to commute or travel just to hand over keys. There is also no need to duplicate keys for the number of people. It can be easily installed by hanging it on the current doorknob or nearby fence! There is no need to incur costs to replace fixtures! Additionally, the main key box has obtained IP66 certification, ensuring that "dust intrusion is completely prevented" and "it is not adversely affected by strong direct jets of water from any direction," making it suitable for outdoor use. 【What is the Key Lock Service?】 The Key Lock Service is a keyless padlock system that allows unlocking operations via a dedicated app installed on a smartphone. Unlocking permissions for the padlock can be granted through a web management interface, and unlocking is performed via Bluetooth. Furthermore, it digitizes operation records of "when," "which padlock," "who," and "where" it was opened, allowing all unlocking histories of the padlocks to be checked on the web management interface.

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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.