First in the Kyushu area! Kawada Robotics' humanoid collaborative robot 'NEXTAGE' will be on limited-time display at the Kyushu Robot Center in Saga Prefecture.

The reason that company adopted NEXTAGE! ～～A handbook that engineers tackling production automation missions should read～

The introduction of the humanoid dual-arm robot "NEXTAGE" began in the assembly processes of automotive parts and electronic/electrical machinery, but in recent years it has expanded to include packaging of daily necessities and cosmetics, as well as testing processes for reagents. Currently, it has been adopted by over 100 companies in Japan. As such, "NEXTAGE" has been implemented by companies in various industries, but there is a common point among many of these companies, regardless of their industry. That is, they planned to "automate multiple tasks" and "replace human labor" through the introduction of NEXTAGE. For more details, please visit the following URL (our company site): https://www.kawadarobot.co.jp/news/776/ Additionally, if you download the materials or make an inquiry, we will provide you with a more detailed explanation!

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Achieving autonomous operation of an all-in-one dual-arm robot. Compact and compatible with aisles 80 cm wide.

"NEXTAGE Mobile" is a mobile robot that enables autonomous movement of the humanoid robot NEXTAGE. While retaining the features of NEXTAGE, it allows for tasks that involve moving between multiple locations and assisting with processes like water strider operations, further expanding its areas of application. When a person approaches within a certain distance, it slows down and stops, and automatically resumes when the person moves away, thereby reducing the risk of accidents and injuries due to collisions. [Features] - Integration of the all-in-one robot NEXTAGE, equipped with dual arms and cameras, with an AGV - Adoption of a position identification method using a head-mounted camera, which is less affected by environmental factors - Ability to set movement and operations using the same software as NEXTAGE - Compact design that allows entry into narrow paths (compatible with a passage width of 80 cm) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

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A highly versatile robot that works while recognizing the surrounding environment and the task at hand!

"NEXTAGE" was developed under the concept of "humanoid robots that work alongside people," aimed at ensuring safety in manufacturing environments and improving productivity. It possesses safety features equivalent to collaborative robots and utilizes its high versatility to recognize surrounding environments and tasks, enabling automation of labor-intensive processes such as assembly, inspection, and packaging across a wide range of industries, including electrical and electronic components. It frees operators from simple repetitive tasks, allowing them to focus on process management and improvement activities. 【Features】 ■ Since its launch, it has been adopted by leading companies in various industries. ■ In 2018, it underwent a model change that improved payload and speed. ■ NEXTAGE solves processes that were difficult to automate with dedicated machines or single-arm robots. ■ It uses a vision system in the head and two arms to perform tasks currently done by hand with minimal environmental changes, among other capabilities. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

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With the software version upgrade, NEXTAGE has newly added two features!

In October 2020, we released version 3.9 of the NEXTAGE dedicated software "NxProduction"! With this update, we are introducing two new features: "Conveyor Tracking" and "Integration with External Devices." 【New Feature 1】 Conveyor Tracking It is now possible to pick up workpieces flowing on a belt conveyor using image processing, without stopping the conveyor. 【New Feature 2】 Integration with External Devices It is now possible to operate and write to some functions of NxProduction from external devices. Previously, the NEXTAGE display and the touch panel for controlling peripheral devices had to be operated separately... However, from now on, it will be possible to operate everything with a single touch panel! NEXTAGE will continue to evolve. We hope that NEXTAGE can be of assistance in your factory as well. If you have any questions or inquiries about automation, please feel free to contact us!

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It seems that handling a dual-arm robot is difficult. What kind of tasks can "dual arms" perform? We will hold an experience event where you can touch the actual machine to resolve such questions!

"NEXTAGE" was developed under the concept of "humanoid robots working alongside people" with the aim of ensuring safety in manufacturing environments and improving productivity. Utilizing its high versatility to recognize surrounding environments and target tasks, it has achieved automation of labor-intensive tasks such as assembly, inspection, and packaging across a wide range of industries, including electrical and electronic components and various other sectors. We are pleased to announce a "NEXTAGE" teaching experience event for customers considering the introduction of robots! Using our uniquely developed teaching software "NxProduction," participants will have the opportunity to interact with "NEXTAGE" and experience its operability and functionality firsthand. If you have any questions, don't worry at all. Our staff will be there to assist you. *Of course, we also welcome inquiries beyond teaching! Additionally, we have prepared a program that allows you to feel closer to robots even during the COVID-19 pandemic, so if traveling is difficult for you, please feel free to contact us.

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CLT, which has been widely adopted in the construction field, is now expanding its applications into the civil engineering sector. The "Hyper CLT Mats" are civil engineering CLT products that utilize wood CLT as temporary materials. Traditionally, steel plates have been the mainstream choice for temporary roads, access routes, and heavy machinery yards. The Hyper CLT Mats introduce a new option of "wood" to that market. The 5x10 mats weigh approximately 230 kg, making them lightweight and easy to install and remove with small machinery, with a maximum capacity of 40 mats on a 10-ton truck. They also have advantages in terms of workability and transportation efficiency. Moreover, they offer added value that can only be achieved with wood, such as glare reduction, noise control, CO2 fixation, and consideration for aesthetics. This product is expected to be a new proposal for not only construction companies but also building material firms, lumber companies, and material trading companies. It is a registered technology with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism under NETIS, with the registration number "TH-250021-A." The use of wood is not limited to construction anymore. The utilization of Hyper CLT Mats is expanding as a new market that connects civil engineering and wood.

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)

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In civil engineering sites such as mountainous areas and construction sites, it may be necessary to use wooden boards on slopes or inclined access roads. Hyper CLT boards are civil engineering materials utilizing wood CLT, which can be laid not only on flat ground but also on sloped terrain. They can be used for temporary roads, access routes, heavy machinery entry paths, and measures against muddy conditions, creating a driving environment that takes advantage of the unique surface characteristics of wood. The 5×10 board weighs approximately 230 kg, and the 5×20 board weighs about 460 kg, making them lightweight and easy to install and remove even with small machinery, which is a notable feature for maneuverability in narrow sites. This wooden board is registered as a technology under the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's NETIS system as "TH-250021-A," and can also be utilized for safety measures and innovative ideas in public works.

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