Thank you for visiting the 40th [Tokyo] Nepcon Japan Electronics Development and Implementation Exhibition.

New model flying probe tester - APT-T400J - first public unveiling in Japan, joint exhibition of all business divisions (industrial equipment, RF, solutions, EMS).

Takaya Corporation will exhibit at the "40th NEPCON Japan - Electronics Development and Manufacturing Expo" to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from January 21 (Wednesday) to January 23 (Friday), 2026. <Industrial Equipment Division> 【New Model】Flying Probe Tester <APT-T400J Series> 【High-End Model】Flying Probe Tester <APT-2600FD Series> *The new model "APT-T400J" will be unveiled for the first time in Japan. <RF Division / Solutions Division> Visualizing worker performance and location with RFID No inventory required! Real-time constant monitoring <EMS Division> - A manufacturing line that integrates systems and automation technology to achieve labor-saving, high-quality, and low-cost production. When entering this exhibition, please proceed to the URL below and register for a "Visitor Badge." https://www.takaya.co.jp/fa/news/event/nepcon2026/ We sincerely look forward to your visit. Product demonstrations are also planned at our exhibition booth, so please stop by.

• Circuit Board Inspection Equipment

A new innovation in substrate manufacturing. Achieving improvements in production efficiency and inspection accuracy!

The APT-2600FD is a next-generation dual-side flying probe tester that can perform combination testing with up to 6 probes using both upper and lower flying probes simultaneously. It improves test coverage while reducing the risk of product damage due to board flipping operations, significantly shortening inspection time. Equipped with a high-performance measurement system and a variety of features, it contributes to quality improvement from prototyping to mass production. We accept evaluation tests at our demonstration rooms in Okayama headquarters and Tokyo branch, where you can bring in your boards. A complete testing process is possible, including the creation of inspection programs, testing using actual boards, and summarizing evaluation results. *For more details, please feel free to contact us.*

• Circuit Board Inspection Equipment

[New Product Information] The new flying probe tester "APT-T400J Series" has arrived, achieving high speed, high precision, and low cost!

Takaya Corporation has announced a new model, the "APT-T400J Series," which enables ultra-fast inspection that reliably detects various defects in printed circuit boards. This model inherits the high-precision probing technology and stable measurement performance of its predecessors while achieving a more accessible price point as a standard model. It is equipped with various technologies to enhance the reliability and efficiency of inspections, responding to the diverse needs of manufacturing sites. As electronic devices become more compact and multifunctional, inspections of printed circuit boards require greater precision and reliability than ever before. Meanwhile, challenges such as labor shortages and cost reduction have become apparent in manufacturing environments, leading to a rapidly increasing demand for high-performance yet easy-to-implement inspection equipment. In light of this situation, Takaya has developed the "APT-T400J Series" as a standard model that can be utilized in a wider range of settings, based on the flying probe test technology it has cultivated over many years. By lowering the barriers to implementation without compromising inspection quality, it contributes to solving the challenges faced by a broader range of manufacturing sites.

• Circuit Board Inspection Equipment

Supporting cutting-edge technology in the digital network era, responding to industry-specific needs with "high quality," "short delivery times," and "low costs."

The advancements in technology in the field of communication imaging show no signs of stopping. The new digital network market is rapidly expanding, and there is a demand for technological capabilities and production systems that can supply cutting-edge products in a timely manner. In response to the needs of this era and the industry, the EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Service) Business Division is responsible for designing and manufacturing based on customer contracts. We cater to a wide range of needs, from simple assembly-type EMS through component supply to integrated EMS that encompasses all processes from development and design to final product production, as well as small-lot production of various types and mass production of small models. By bringing together the "wisdom," "skills," and "experience" of Takaya's engineers and flexibly combining them, we provide EMS solutions that address various challenges.

• EMS

Please utilize Takaya's flying probe tester for substrate inspection in the aerospace and defense sectors.

In the aerospace and defense sectors, where high-quality standards are required, the use of flying probe testers streamlines the inspection of low-volume production boards. The flexible inspection flow, which does not require fixtures, enables quick turnaround times and ensures traceability, achieving both quality improvement and cost reduction. 【Implementation Results】 - Conducted full inspection of low-volume production boards, achieving quality assurance for products that require high reliability. - Responded to the stringent demands specific to the aerospace and defense sectors with a high-precision inspection flow. 【Challenges Faced by Customers】 Burden of Fixture Creation: Fixture-based testers require dedicated fixtures for each board, leading to excessive costs for low-volume production. The design and manufacturing of fixtures take time, making it difficult to respond to short lead times. Difficulty in Defect Detection: There is a risk of missing fine defects (hidden shorts, internal wiring issues) that are difficult to detect with only AOI or functional testing. Particularly in multilayer boards, visual inspections and standard power-on tests are insufficient for quality assurance. Traceability Requirements: In aerospace and defense products, it is necessary to record measurement results and inspection data in detail to ensure future traceability.

• Circuit Board Inspection Equipment

Takahashi's flying probe tester solves the challenges faced by EMS companies.

【Implementation Results for EMS Companies】 - By conducting electrical inspections from the prototype stage of the circuit board, we achieve quality assurance before mass production. - Early optimization of circuit board design and component selection contributes to the reduction of defects in later processes. 【Challenges Faced by Customers】 Cost of Recreating Jigs: With jig-based testers, it is necessary to recreate dedicated jigs every time there is a prototype or design change. Each design change requires modifications to the jigs, significantly increasing costs and time. Insufficient Response to Design Changes: Conventional inspection methods make it difficult to respond flexibly to design changes. There were instances where long lead times made rapid verification during the prototype stage challenging.

• Circuit Board Inspection Equipment

TECHNO-FRONTIER 2024 6th "Connected Factory" Promotion Exhibition will be introduced through a video.

This is a battery-free UHF band LED label tag. It can be applied for exploration purposes by illuminating the specified tag. No wiring is required, and layout changes can be made freely.

• IC tag reader/writer

The UHF band (920MHz) is a radio wave type of RFID.

This is a stationary reader/writer for the UHF band (920MHz). It has a 250mW output and is of the specific low-power radio station type, so no license application is required. ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー More detailed information is available on the official website. Please be sure to check the link below. ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー

• IC tag reader/writer

It is possible to connect to an RFID reader/writer and PLC.

【Features】 Library of ladder programs for connecting to the reader/writer and reading/writing tag data (function blocks). By using function blocks, control of the reader/writer can be achieved without performing complex processing on the ladder program. Example: No need for "generation of transmission data sequence" or "analysis of received data format." Available for free download from Mitsubishi Electric's e-F@ctory Alliance, with some sample programs provided. 1. Bulk reading of multiple IC tags. 2. Reading of IC tags for conveyor transport. 3. Reading and writing of RF tags when using multiple R/W devices.

• IC tag

We have created a video explaining software development using the SDK for HF band/UHF band RFID!

When developing applications that use RFID readers and writers, it is necessary to implement processes to control the reader/writer. TR3-SDKV2 and UTR-SDKV1 are software development kits (SDKs) for controlling Takaya's readers and writers. The SDKs include DLLs (Dynamic Link Libraries) and sample programs, making application development for the reader/writer easier. The series of readers and writers targeted by each SDK is as follows: TR3-SDKV2: HF band products "TR3 Series," "TR3XM Series," "TR3X Series" UTR-SDKV1: UHF band products "UTR Series" We have created and released a video explaining the overview of the SDK, programming procedures using DLLs, and sample programs.

• IC tag reader/writer

Utilization of Manufacturing DX Management System/Scheduler / Reliable collection of progress and performance data / Support for data collection with RFID + edge devices

【Features】 - Reliable data collection (easy operation and confirmation of system-side reception) - No interruption of manufacturing operations (retransmission function) - Flexible response to layout changes and equipment replacement - Simultaneous use of multiple devices - Time synchronization (when using WiFi)

• IC tag reader/writer

Utilizing the infrared sensor function installed in the gate antenna products, the number of people passing through the gate is automatically counted.

Features - Displays the number of people counted over time - Outputs the count data to a CSV file - Usable in environments where commands are sent and received between the host PC and the gate

• IC tag

Data collection and accumulation from RFID devices, along with the visualization of the collected data, realized through cloud services!

Feature 1: No Development Required for RFID Control RFID devices are autonomous, so PC control and software development are unnecessary. RFID can be easily implemented as one of the IoT edge devices. RFID devices compatible with MQTT communication send the RFID reading data to the cloud. Feature 2: Data Collection We provide an IoT platform as a cloud service. If you can connect to the internet, you can store IC tag data in the cloud. Feature 3: API Service Data accumulated in the cloud can be retrieved via API. It can be easily utilized in dashboard displays and higher-level systems. Feature 4: Visualization We provide a standard dashboard that allows you to analyze work performance using a web browser. - Average work time per process - Work time aggregation by line - Average work time ratio by worker, etc.

• IC tag

We will begin offering the "RFID encoding software" for free starting April 30, 2025.

In recent years, RFID technology has rapidly spread across various fields, including logistics management and inventory management. Many companies are considering transitioning to RFID in response to demands for efficiency and accuracy improvements that traditional barcode systems cannot meet. However, the introduction of RFID requires dedicated label printers and software, and the initial costs and complexity of operation have posed barriers to adoption. To address these challenges and promote RFID adoption among more companies, Takaya has begun offering "RFID encoding software" free of charge. This software allows for easy import of barcode data and CSV files, enabling intuitive operation for writing data (encoding) to RF tags. As a result, it significantly lowers the barriers to RFID adoption for companies looking to try RFID for the first time or those wanting to quickly advance their Proof of Concept (PoC).

• RFID/IC tags

We will explain the features of RFID and what can be done with RFID for customers considering its implementation.

What is UHF band RFID? UHF band RFID is a wireless communication technology that uses a frequency range of 860 to 960 MHz. This technology employs radio wave methods and is characterized by a longer communication distance compared to the electromagnetic induction method used in HF band. The communication distance can range from a few centimeters to several meters, allowing for the simultaneous reading of multiple tags. As a result, it is widely used in situations where efficient reading over a wide area is required, such as in logistics and inventory management. The communication speed is also fast, enabling the rapid processing of large amounts of data, which has led to its increasing application in the apparel and manufacturing industries. However, there are challenges, such as susceptibility to the effects of metal and moisture, which will also be discussed.

• RFID/IC tags

RFID technology enhances the value of diverse business models even further. It is active across a wide range of industrial fields, from security to factory automation and logistics.

The core business of the RF Division is the development, manufacturing, and sales of products that use radio frequency. Since 1996, we have developed various products including radio wave-based store security gates, 2.45GHz RFID readers/writers, and 13.56MHz RFID readers/writers, with Takaya products actively used across a wide range of industries from security to factory automation and logistics. We not only offer our own planned products but also provide OEM/ODM supply, contract development, EMS services, and system solutions, contributing to the creation of added value in diverse business models.

• IC tag

Providing custom security solutions for various industries and businesses. One-stop support from infrastructure assistance to software development.

The core business of the Solutions Division is IT services for enterprises. By effectively utilizing the experience, know-how, and personnel that the Takaya Group has cultivated through various system developments, along with the latest IT technologies, we provide optimal solutions to the IT challenges faced by our customers. For example, our highly skilled system engineers respond to the diverse needs of customers with systems such as RFID process management systems, attendance management systems, access control systems, warehouse management systems, and parts management systems. Utilizing advanced research, analysis, and design capabilities, we propose and build optimal systems ranging from infrastructure support such as server implementation and network construction to software development, maintenance, and operation, providing one-stop IT solutions.

• Process Control System

Standard model pursuing further stability.

A robust and refined design featuring an aluminum frame. By combining Takaya's unique noise reduction technology (Stability Technology) with infrared sensors, we minimize malfunctions caused by sudden external noise to the utmost limit. This is the evolved version of the Takaya standard model.

• Other security

We will be exhibiting at the "Food Industry Creation Exhibition '25" scheduled to be held from May 14 (Wednesday) to May 16 (Friday) at Marine Messe Fukuoka. We will showcase measuring instruments ideal for food quality and hygiene management, such as fryer oil deterioration testers and food thermometers. Our instruments can connect to the mobile app testo Smart, allowing you to save measurement values in the app and document them in PDF format, supporting the efficiency of daily fryer oil and temperature management tasks!

The Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Manufacturing Exhibition is the largest international exhibition in Japan for the pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturing sector, featuring 900 companies from both domestic and international markets and attracting 34,000 attendees. A wide range of products and services supporting the pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturing processes will be showcased, including manufacturing and packaging, plant engineering, CMO/CDMO, measurement and inspection, sterilization and cleaning, logistics and distribution. We will be waiting for you with a wide selection of environmental monitoring systems, including testo Saveris 1 and data loggers.

In the field of powder technology that supports cutting-edge technology, it is essential to efficiently stir and degas slurry materials that exhibit complex flow behavior and dispersion characteristics, as well as to understand their flow and dispersion properties in the original liquid state. This seminar aims to teach the latest technologies of the "Awatori Nentaro," a mixer renowned for stirring and degassing high-concentration and high-viscosity materials, and the "MCR Rheometer," which allows for the evaluation of complex flow and dispersion characteristics of slurry materials without dilution, while also providing hands-on experience with the actual equipment. Additionally, we will hold a consultation session regarding any troubles or evaluation methods you may currently be facing. We look forward to your participation. Target Audience: Customers currently using Anton Paar Japan and Shinki products, as well as those considering their introduction. Customers interested in stirring, degassing, and rheological measurement.

[Key Lecture Content] 1. Initiatives to Promote the Introduction of Next-Generation Fuels Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry Agency for Natural Resources and Energy Resource and Fuel Department Fuel Supply Infrastructure Division Assistant Manager Kaori Higashitani 1. The Necessity of Carbon-Neutral Fuels 2. Synthetic Fuels and Biofuels 3. Current Status and Challenges of Introducing Bioethanol into Gasoline 4. Initiatives for Expanding the Introduction of Bioethanol into Gasoline 5. Q&A / Business Card Exchange 2. Decarbonization of Automotive Fuels - Directions and Challenges for Decarbonizing Gasoline Vehicles - Professor, Aichi Institute of Technology Member, Subcommittee on Decarbonized Fuel Policy, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry Member, Carbon Management Subcommittee, etc. Motohiro Kondo 1. Direction of Automotive Powertrains 2. Effects of Bioethanol Blended Gasoline - Adoption Status and Future Outlook in Other Countries - Market for Bioethanol Blended Gasoline 3. Response Measures and Challenges for Vehicles and Infrastructure - Vehicle Adaptation - Supply Chain Response - Standards and Regulatory Compliance 4. Technological Trends in Decarbonized Fuels 5. Summary 6. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Speaker] Ryōhei Nomoto, Director, GLOBIS Capital Partners, Inc. [Key Lecture Content] This lecture will dismantle the myth that new businesses and innovations are "creations from scratch" and will elucidate the mechanisms of "value transfer," which is a source of immense wealth. The essence of excellent business lies in mediating resources that are undervalued in one place to another place where they are highly valued, thereby generating profit. Through practical frameworks such as "separation of ecosystems," "redefinition of resources," and "building checkpoints," this presentation will comprehensively analyze everything from large global corporations to domestic startups, offering key insights on how to build "strong" businesses in the AI era and beyond. [Lecture Items] 1. The trap of "zero-one faith" and the assumptions of business "common sense" 2. The mechanisms and theoretical background of "value transfer" 3. The "three pillars" that establish "value transfer" 4. Three tools for building "checkpoints" 5. Dissection of modern business (case studies) 6. The "side effects" of value transfer and future frontiers 7. Q&A / Business card exchange