NEXTOPT: Accelerating the Transformation of Automotive Parts Suppliers through AI and Optimization at the Forum Hosted by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry

Automating the labor-intensive "shift creation tasks"! The Factomate series that supports the field.

We would like to introduce our shift automation AI, "Factomate SHIFT." It automates the creation of "shifts," which typically require a significant amount of labor in production planning. Additionally, we provide products that support the entire process from production planning to successor development, closely aligning with the needs of the field. 【Factomate Series】 ■Factomate TAKT ■Factomate SHIFT ■Factomate GUARD *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Production Management System
• Production Scheduler
• Process Control System

Ultimate efficiency in production planning and progress management!

In the machinery industry, optimizing resource allocation is a crucial issue directly linked to production efficiency and cost reduction. Particularly, as diverse small-lot production and the complexity of processes advance, it becomes essential to allocate resources efficiently and establish production plans. Production plans that can flexibly respond to sudden changes such as unexpected personnel shifts or machine breakdowns are required. Our real-time production optimization scheduler is equipped with planning optimization AI to address these challenges. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Changes in plans due to sudden absenteeism of workers - While multi-skilled workers are increasing, difficult processes have become specialized 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Automatic creation of production plans considering skill maps - Reduction of the workload for plan changes due to personnel absenteeism

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Achieve shorter lead times! Streamline production planning and progress management.

In the automotive industry, shortening lead times is essential to meet the diverse needs of customers. In particular, delays in parts supply and production line stoppages can lead to missed deadlines and decreased customer satisfaction. A real-time production optimization scheduler responds to process progress and unexpected changes with a single click, automatically creating plans. This helps to shorten lead times and improve on-time delivery rates. 【Usage Scenarios】 - When delays in parts supply occur - During sudden changes in the production line - When worker absenteeism occurs 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Reduced lead times - Improved on-time delivery rates - Decreased planning change workload

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AI analyzes tasks and assists in creating manuals for safe operations.

In the transportation industry, accurate and easy-to-understand manuals are essential to ensure safe operations. In particular, it is necessary to clearly communicate the points of attention and procedures in daily operations to reduce the risk of accidents and enhance the safety awareness of the crew. However, creating manuals requires time and effort, and frequent updates to the content are necessary. NEXTOPT's manual creation AI makes it easy to create manuals and measure work hours simply by uploading work videos, as the AI automatically analyzes them. This enables the rapid creation of manuals necessary for safety management and keeps them up to date at all times. [Usage Scenarios] - Standardization of procedures in driving operations - Creation of procedure manuals for inspection work - Development of emergency response manuals [Effects of Implementation] - Reduction of manual creation work hours - Improved safety through standardization of operations - Reduction of training costs

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Just upload the video! Supporting the efficiency of operations in manufacturing sites.

In the manufacturing industry, there is always a demand for increased productivity and cost reduction. In particular, the creation of work manuals and labor hour analysis are time-consuming tasks that hinder efficiency. Factomate TAKT was developed to address these challenges. 【Usage Scenarios】 * Work analysis in manufacturing sites * Streamlining manual creation * Automation of labor hour measurement * Process improvement 【Effects of Implementation】 * Up to 90% reduction in manual creation labor hours * Improvement in operational efficiency * Reduction of labor hours for skilled workers * Smooth transition of processes to trainees

• Production Management System
• Process Control System
• Cost Management System

No specialized equipment required - immediate implementation possible! Transforming workforce development in manufacturing with advanced AI technology.

"Factomate TAKT" is a web application that automatically analyzes work in manufacturing sites using AI. It quantifies and visualizes the movements of skilled workers, significantly reducing training time. It eliminates variations in quality and ensures reliable skill transfer. Additionally, the AI automatically divides and recognizes work processes. It measures the time required for each process automatically and instantly identifies bottlenecks. [Features] ■ Easy work analysis ■ Automatic process detection ■ User-friendly pricing *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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The importance of the PDCA function that continuously improves planning accuracy by comparing and analyzing plans and actual results.

Compare the created plan with actual data and extract areas for improvement. Factomate SHIFT automates the PDCA cycle and continuously improves planning accuracy. It supports flexible plan operations that can respond promptly to changes on-site. For more details, please check the "Download Catalog" below.

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Introducing the flexibility and customization track record to accommodate special constraints (such as unique line break rules and complex priorities) that were rejected by major vendors.

Special projects and unique rules are also handled by AI. Factomate SHIFT takes into account complex conditions such as stage changes and priority, allowing for flexible planning even for projects that were previously rejected by conventional packages. It achieves a balance between productivity and safety with plans optimized for the field. For more details, please check the "Download Catalog" below.

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A dramatic efficiency improvement case through AI utilization in a complex environment where a variety of small quantities and prototypes coexist.

Even in environments with a mix of many varieties and small quantities or prototypes, AI automatically generates plans. Factomate SHIFT optimizes work procedures, equipment load, and priorities simultaneously, integrating schedules for prototypes and mass production. This significantly reduces work time and achieves efficient planning operations. For more details, please check the "Download Catalog" link below.

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How to automate complex plans involving multiple locations and partner companies in the machinery assembly industry using AI.

AI automatically optimizes complex constraints, including multiple locations and partner companies. Factomate SHIFT analyzes component transportation lead times, machine loads, and work sequences to generate efficient plans tailored to the site. It reduces human workload and errors, contributing to improved on-time delivery rates. For more details, please check the "Download Catalog" below.

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Introducing examples from the metal processing industry that achieve a balance between personnel skill matching and adherence to deadlines.

Monitor work progress and deviations in procedures through data. Factomate SHIFT learns the optimal procedures from experienced workers and monitors actual work in real-time. It extracts dangerous actions and deviations, ensuring compliance with deadlines and safety management. For more details, please check the "Download Catalog" link below.

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The limitations of general schedulers and the strengths of semi-custom AI that can address industry-specific constraints (such as stage changes and transportation lead times).

AI analyzes the complex constraints unique to the manufacturing industry. Factomate SHIFT automates planning tasks that traditional packages could not handle by considering the movements and priorities of skilled workers and transportation lead times. It visualizes waste and risks on the shop floor, supporting optimal planning. For more details, please check the "Download Catalog" link below.

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Move away from Excel management, and let AI simultaneously optimize delivery times, skills, and process changes. An explanation with examples from the metal processing industry.

Manage operations and production plans with data instead of intuition. Factomate SHIFT optimizes deadlines, skills, and changeovers simultaneously with AI, moving away from Excel management. It takes into account the experience of skilled workers and constraints to automatically create efficient plans tailored to the site. It supports a reduction of 20 hours of labor per week, improves setup, and ensures deadline compliance. For more details, please check the "Download Catalog" link below.

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A system that detects dangerous lifting methods with a bent waist and work in unnatural postures, protecting the health of workers.

AI detects dangerous lifting and awkward postures that involve bending the waist. Factomate TAKT helps reduce health risks for workers and contributes to the prevention of workplace accidents. You can check the details by downloading the catalog below.

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A function that automatically detects violations such as not wearing a helmet, lacking safety shoes, and entering hazardous areas.

AI immediately detects violations such as not wearing helmets and entering dangerous areas. Factomate TAKT prevents accidents and work-related injuries in advance, streamlining safety management. For more details, please check the "Download Catalog" below.

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It's too late once an anomaly occurs; specifically calculate the economic effect of loss avoidance through prediction.

Capture signs before anomalies occur to avoid losses. Factomate GUARD analyzes anomaly precursors and supports stable operations and safety management on-site. It also concretely realizes economic effects and improvements in operational efficiency. For details, please check the "Download Catalog" below.

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AI detects dangerous actions in real-time. An AI tool that visualizes deviations from safety procedures and inconsistencies in work, leading to zero accidents.

A new era of managing work safety with "data" instead of "sensation." Factomate TAKT is an analysis tool that detects safe behaviors during work through AI video analysis, extracting dangerous movements and inappropriate postures in real-time. By simply installing cameras on-site, it automatically identifies differences in movements between skilled workers and beginners, deviations from procedures, idle times, and risky movement patterns. It visualizes behaviors that could lead to near misses or incidents in advance. 【Features】 ■ Detection of deviations from safety procedures: Automatically detects discrepancies in the order of tool usage, posture, and movement paths. ■ Anticipation of dangerous behaviors: Analyzes signs of falls, collisions, and entrapments based on the positional relationships of hands and body. ■ Extraction of inappropriate actions: Detects multitasking due to fatigue or familiarity, which can be used for training and guidance. ■ Detection of work inconsistencies: Visualizes differences in movements within the team and establishes safety standard operations. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We will introduce the implementation results of the sensor technology developed by the Hotron Group, which has been cultivated over more than half a century, through customer case studies. In addition to automatic door sensors, we also offer a wide range of vehicle detection sensors and nursing/care sensors. Many implementation examples are also presented, so please take a look at the case study page.

Parking space management refers to the real-time display of parking availability and the management of efficient use of parking spaces. By utilizing Hotron's sensors, drivers can quickly discover available parking spaces, enabling efficient parking lot operations. For large parking lots, we recommend the "Floor Management Method" and "Block Management Method," which focus on cost reduction. Sensors are installed at regular intervals to count and manage the number of passing vehicles. This method offers the advantages of easy installation and low costs. 【Target Products】 - Vehicle Count Sensor CCS2 - Ultrasonic Sensor HM-UX2/UW2 For smaller facilities, we recommend the "Parking Space Management Method," where sensors are installed in each parking space to display availability with high accuracy. By providing reliable occupancy information, this method helps reduce unnecessary entry of new vehicles and ensures safe parking lot operations. 【Target Products】 - Occupancy Detection Sensor HM-UX2/UW2 - Occupancy/Pass Detection Sensor HM-LC6 - Occupancy Detection Sensor HM-LC7/LC7-FLS - Occupancy/Pass Detection Sensor HM-S6 - Occupancy Detection Sensor HM-S8

To everyone who wants to develop new chocolate products without worrying about the soaring cocoa prices. Cluster products that enhance texture, aroma, and appearance while reducing the amount of chocolate used, adding value to the products. We offer three types of cluster manufacturing equipment that can be selected according to your application and goals. We can propose the most suitable equipment based on your objectives. 1) K&S / GFT | One-bite snack & cereal bar molding machine 2) Trkino / Nuts-i | High-end depositor that can deposit ingredients like nuts together 3) Wolf / PORTIOMAT – CLUSTER FORMING | Cluster former equipped with innovative technology

Los Angeles (California, USA) / Paris (France), May 4, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - Pacific Avenue Capital Partners, a global private equity firm focused on corporate carve-outs and other complex transactions in the mid-market, announced today that its affiliate has entered into exclusive negotiations to acquire ESE World (hereinafter "ESE") from Amcor, one of the world's leading packaging companies. With the support of Pacific Avenue, ESE will focus on responding to customer needs while implementing multiple growth initiatives related to operational improvements, regional expansion, and strategic add-on acquisitions. Pacific Avenue plans to work closely with ESE's existing management team to drive these initiatives and accelerate the company's next phase of growth.

Fukuda Co., Ltd. has been pursuing leak detection for 60 years and is committed 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 properties. We will propose the appropriate 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)