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Flow is a leading company in the development and manufacturing of ultra-high-pressure water jets and a top provider of robotics and assembly equipment. We offer environmentally friendly solutions through advanced technology to the manufacturing and industrial cleaning markets. In the early 1970s, the predecessor in charge of research and development became independent from Boeing and founded Flow Research. This marked the beginning of Flow. The ultra-high-pressure water jet, used as industrial cutting equipment, was our first product. Later, Flow invested in and patented the technology, successfully developing the world's first abrasive water jet capable of cutting hard materials up to 30.5 cm (12 in.) thick. For more details, please contact us or refer to our catalog.

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Significantly reduce processing time for complex shapes with high acceleration! Ultra-high pressure of the highest class at 600 MPa. A free booklet on acceleration is currently available!

When processing complex shapes with a water jet cutting machine, the entire processing procedure constantly repeats "acceleration ⇔ deceleration." In other words, it does not mean that cutting is always done at "maximum speed." ⇒ To shorten the cutting time of parts, it is necessary to focus on "acceleration"! Flow Japan's water jet cutting machine, the 'Mach 500/700 series,' can achieve an acceleration of 0.1 times, which is more than double that of other water jet systems, significantly reducing the time required for processing complex shapes. Furthermore, combined with a top-class ultra-powerful pump with a maximum operating pressure of 600 MPa, it enables high-speed and high-precision processing. It can easily cut materials over 100 mm thick and allows for adjustments to the cutting head and water flow to suit various materials, from soft to hard. ★ A pamphlet explaining the "Importance of Acceleration in Water Jet Cutting" is available for viewing via the "PDF Download" link below. ★ We have launched a YouTube channel! Please check it out through the link below!

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Mach 700 is an excellent large waterjet cutting solution for demanding heavy industrial environments.

Equipped with ideal size, speed, and precision, we meet the stringent demands and expectations of heavy industry.

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A completely sealed all-in-one solution that achieves precise, clean, and quiet cutting!

The "NanoJet" is a high-precision, compact water jet machining center. It easily achieves high-output operations that deliver special parts with minimal floor space. For example, it excels in fine processing of small and fragile items, such as electronic devices (materials like glass and ceramics) and highly integrated semiconductor devices. It is also well-suited for cutting advanced machine materials that require precision and complex geometries, as well as for production environments that operate 24/7, providing maximum uptime and reliability. 【Features】 ■ Excels in fine processing of small and fragile items ■ Can be used in a space-saving environment compared to conventional machines ■ Completely sealed system suitable for the inherent cutting environment of water jets ■ Rapid comprehensive parts processing ■ Designed to meet application requirements *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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A water jet cutting machine that achieves ultra-high pressure of 600 MPa! It can cut materials over 100 mm thick and is capable of handling difficult materials such as CFRP and titanium!

In metal material cutting, there are methods such as laser and plasma, but issues like "the occurrence of distortion due to heat" and "difficulty in processing hard-to-cut materials like CFRP" are common concerns. Additionally, wire electrical discharge machining is suitable for thick materials, but the issue of processing time is a concern. Flow Japan's water jet cutting machine, the 'Mach 500 Series,' is equipped with an industry-leading ultra-powerful pump that operates at a pressure of 600 MPa, achieving high-speed and high-precision processing. It can cut materials over 100 mm thick and allows for adjustments to the cutting head and water flow according to the material, from soft to hard (reducing processing time by up to 1/10). With water jet cutting, hard-to-cut materials like CFRP, titanium, and Inconel can be easily cut! ★ For a limited time, we are offering a handbook filled with comparison data between water jet cutting and other methods for free! ★ → For more details, please download the PDF data from the link below.

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A water jet cutting machine that achieves ultra-high pressure of 600 MPa! Capable of cutting materials over 100 mm thick! Can process CFRP with high precision in a short time!

The advanced material "carbon fiber reinforced plastic: CFRP," which balances high strength and lightness, is widely used in the aerospace and automotive industries, but it is characterized by its difficulty in processing. Did you know that water jet cutting is often chosen for its trimming processing? With router processing, distortion due to heat occurs, leading to secondary processing, but water jet cutting eliminates this concern and allows for high-precision processing in a short time. When processing 10 meters of 25mm thick CFRP, it can be done in less than one-third of the time required by a router. 【Introducing our flagship model】 The Flow Japan water jet cutting machine 'Mach 500 Series' is equipped with an ultra-powerful pump with the industry's highest class operating pressure of 600 MPa, achieving high-speed and high-precision processing. It can cut materials over 100mm thick and allows for adjustments to the cutting head and water flow according to the material, from soft to hard (reducing processing time by up to 1/10). ★ We are currently offering a free technical document titled "Why Water Jet Cutting is Chosen for CFRP Processing?" ★ *Please download the PDF data from the link below to view it.

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In the latest "Age Estimation Evaluation Test" conducted by NIST, the AI facial recognition engine "FaceMe" ranked 5th in the world. 【What is the NIST FATE Age Estimation Evaluation Test?】 The NIST FATE Age Estimation Evaluation Test is one of the international benchmarks for facial analysis technology conducted by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in the United States, which evaluates the age estimation accuracy of AI algorithms using a large-scale facial image dataset. 【Evaluation Results of FaceMe】 - World Ranking: 5th FaceMe ranked 5th among 20 global vendors, demonstrating top-class accuracy in an international competitive environment. - Mean Absolute Error (MAE): 2.87 years The average error in FaceMe's estimated age is 2.87 years, with only a 0.35-year difference from the top-ranked algorithm, achieving world-class accuracy. *MAE (Mean Absolute Error): Quantifies the error in estimated age (the smaller the number, the higher the accuracy). *NIST conducted the evaluation using 1 million facial images of individuals aged 18 to 30.

In recent times, there has been a growing interest in infection control measures and facility hygiene management. Our company offers non-contact sensor products that are recommended for commercial facilities, food factories, and nursing and caregiving facilities. 【Sensors for Automatic Doors】 ● Light Touch Sensor HA-T401 … When you wave your hand in front of the automatic door, the sensor detects the movement and opens or closes the door. It is recommended for making doors that use touch switches non-contact. ● Hand Wave Sensor PF-R5, PF-U2, DHS-1 … Opens and closes the automatic door by waving your hand in front of the sensor. ● Foot Switch PF-01S/01D/03S/05 … Opens and closes the automatic door by placing your foot in the opening. 【Access Control System】 ● Face Recognition + Unmanned Temperature Measurement DS Series … Capable of detecting mask-wearing and measuring body temperature simultaneously with face recognition. ● Automatic Disinfectant Spray Dispenser PHW-03B … Automatically sprays disinfectant when you wave your hand in front of the sensor. 【Nursing and Care Sensors】 ● Infrared Bed Exit Sensor "Just Place It Pole-kun" … This bed exit sensor is installed next to the bed and alerts via nurse call when the subject enters the detection range. ◎ For more details, please download the catalog or contact us.

[To the owners of parking lots and parking lot construction companies] "I'm worried about the possibility of colliding with pedestrians when exiting the parking lot..." Among vehicle entrances to parking lots, stores, residences, and factories, those facing sidewalks or roadways are particularly prone to dangerous incidents such as collisions with pedestrians or between vehicles. To alleviate such concerns, Hotron proposes a [Vehicle Exit Warning Sensor] that detects vehicle departures at various sites and alerts the surroundings with LED lights and buzzers. The system consists of a simple configuration of "Sensor" + "Controller" + "Switching Power Supply (24V)" + "LED Rotating Light." *When using the exit warning system, we kindly ask customers to arrange for the switching power supply (24V), LED rotating light, control panel, circuit breaker, etc. Since it can be retrofitted, it can also be used for existing parking lot entrances. [Contents Included] ○ Vehicle Exit Warning System Configuration ○ Comparison Table of Exit Warning Sensors ○ Four Modes ○ Wide Range of Applications ○ Customer Feedback ○ Appearance Diagram / Specifications ◎ For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.

● The production time for casting prototypes can be shortened! Since model production is not required, the time needed to create prototypes, which previously took about a month, can be significantly reduced. ● Model costs can be reduced! By directly producing sand molds from 3D data, there is no need for model production costs. If changes to the model are necessary, they can be addressed by modifying the 3D data. ● Similar products with different shapes and dimensions can be prototyped simultaneously! With one molding process, different products with similar shapes or varying dimensions can be molded at the same time. This allows for the verification of multiple types in a short period.

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 causing any thermal impact to the base material. Repairs can be carried out 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 you require a detailed technical explanation, please contact us.