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Kurosaki Harima Co., Ltd. - Successful Case Study of Manufacturing Reform

In 1919, Kurozaki Harima Co., Ltd. was established in Yahata, Kitakyushu. With the founding motto of "better, faster, cheaper," the company has played a crucial role in supporting the domestic and international steel industry and core industries through the manufacturing and sales of refractory materials. The temperature of molten iron ranges from 1600 to 1800 degrees Celsius, making refractory materials essential for blast furnaces that can withstand high temperatures. The production of refractory materials with excellent quality and precision requires advanced technology and experience. Recently, the company has continued to challenge various possibilities of new materials, including fine ceramics based on the material technology cultivated through refractory materials and the development of comfortable and beautiful living spaces. The company has a long-standing tradition of improvement activities. To elevate practical capabilities in manufacturing sites towards a new stage of on-site improvement, they have initiated the KMS-2 activity. This time, we covered that site. (Excerpt from ASAP 2012 No. 6) For more details, please contact us or refer to our catalog.

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Dear Sir/Madam, I would like to express my congratulations on the continued prosperity of your company. Thank you very much for your exceptional support. We would like to inform you that our company will be closed for winter holidays during the following period. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and kindly ask for your understanding. 1. Winter Holiday Period From Thursday, December 28, 2023, to Thursday, January 4, 2024. 2. Business Operations After the Winter Holiday Period We will resume normal operations from Friday, January 5, 2024.

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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 any thermal impact on the base material. Repairs can be conducted 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 required, please contact us.