Asuene has acquired the major U.S. SaaS provider "Iconic Air" (headquartered in West Virginia).

[Case Studies for 2023-2024 Available] There are reasons for the success of overseas investment expansion. Gain initial insights into successful expansion from case studies of companies that have ventured abroad.

As companies globalize, many are considering local production in North America as one of the options they must explore in the near future. However, even when it comes to the United States, some companies may be struggling to determine the criteria for choosing a location, which can hinder their overseas expansion. To provide insights into solving such challenges, we have compiled easy-to-understand examples of companies that have announced their entry or expansion within the last year and a half. We will introduce why West Virginia was chosen as a manufacturing base, not only from Japan but also from Europe, Asia, and within the United States, including reasons for expansion or growth, investment scale, and number of employees. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

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West Virginia, with its low worker turnover rate and abundant natural resources, is ideal for manufacturing plant locations! We are currently offering explanatory materials that summarize customer feedback!

This document summarizes the locational advantages and basic information about the manufacturing industry in West Virginia. It includes a wealth of information such as access to natural resources, low turnover rates in manufacturing, the highest homeownership rate in the nation, high business survival rates, low disaster risk, strategic locations close to major markets, and robust support for the manufacturing sector. We also feature testimonials from customers who have chosen West Virginia, so please use this information when considering expansion into the manufacturing industry in the United States. [Contents] ■ Basic information about West Virginia ■ State government service support before expansion ■ State government service support after expansion ■ Locational advantages ■ Japanese companies *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Caterpillar, a manufacturer of industrial equipment for the mining industry, signs a technology licensing agreement!

We would like to introduce a case where Gainwell Engineering established a new base for sales and after-sales service in North America. They have expanded as a base for sales of mining machinery products, spare parts sales, customer support, and parts repair, covering six countries including North America, Canada, and Mexico. The reasons for this expansion include the availability of suppliers, a strong will and enthusiasm among the workforce, and the ease of securing workers from the same industry due to the presence of many diligent mining laborers. 【Case Overview】 ■ Location: Hico, Fayette County ■ Expansion Type: Acquisition of vacant property ■ Employment: 40 people within 3 years *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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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)

This is a collection of links to Fukuda's technical columns. It covers various topics related to leak tests and more... Please check the related links for more information.

The hyper CLT sheets come in two sizes: 5×10 and 5×20. Key points for selection include the size of the site, the installation location, the heavy machinery used, and the frequency of replacement. The 5×10 sheet measures approximately 1.5m × 3m and weighs about 230kg. It is easy to handle even with small machinery, making it suitable for sites where partial installation is desired, such as worker pathways, around rest areas, material yards, and temporary parking lots. A 10-ton truck can carry up to 40 sheets, which also enhances transportation efficiency. On the other hand, the 5×20 sheet measures approximately 1.5m × 6m and weighs about 460kg. It can cover a large area with a single sheet, making it suitable for long access roads, temporary roads, and spacious heavy machinery work yards. It is also characterized by its ability to reduce seams. In some cases, combining both sizes can be an effective approach. The hyper CLT sheets are civil engineering CLT materials utilizing wood and are registered with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism under the NETIS technology "TH-250021-A." Choosing the right size according to site conditions can enhance workability and usability.

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

Japan is among the top 10 countries in the world with frequent earthquakes. The 2020 White Paper on Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has also reported an increase in the probability of significant earthquakes occurring. For the Nankai Trough earthquake, the probability of an earthquake with a magnitude of 8 to 9 occurring within the next 30 years is estimated to be 70 to 80%. At Hotron, we recommend the introduction of seismic devices for earthquake measures in buildings and equipment. The seismic device 'HK-2' is a product that automatically performs various controls that have been pre-set when it detects strong shaking equivalent to a seismic intensity of 5 lower or higher. For example, it can automatically execute actions such as: "Open automatic doors and gates to secure evacuation routes and access for emergency vehicles" "Transmit signals to the control room and stop facility equipment" "Unlock the keys to locked lockers" "Automatically play voice guidance" ◎ For more details, please download the materials or contact us.