We are sponsoring the 66th Lignin Discussion Meeting and the 3rd Annual Meeting of the Lignin Society.

We are advancing the study of utilizing wood components such as cellulose and lignin as materials. We aim for breakthroughs through industry-academia collaboration!

Japanese emulsifiers are advancing research and development in collaboration with numerous companies and research institutions related to wood. Below is one example. *We are seeking sample evaluation companies and open innovation partners. For more details, please consult us individually. ■ In the "Co-Creation Space Formation Support Program (COI-NEXT)" of the National Research and Development Agency, Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST), our project "Co-Creation Base for a Resource Recycling Society Using Renewable Polysaccharide Plant-Derived Plastics" has been adopted as a new project in the "Co-Creation Field (Full-scale Type)" for fiscal year 2021. https://www.jst.go.jp/pf/platform/file/r3_kyotengaiyou_2102.pdf ■ We are participating in the "Regional Lignin Resource Development Network (Lignin Network)." https://www.ffpri.affrc.go.jp/labs/matechem/index.html ■ We are participating as a cooperating organization in the "Research Consortium 'High-Function Lignin.'" https://www.ffpri.affrc.go.jp/labs/hplignin/index.html

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Effective utilization of biomass resources is possible! Contributes to labor-saving, improved safety, and reduced environmental impact in the spinning process of regenerated cellulose fibers!

Our company synthesizes a wide variety of ionic liquids for diverse applications. Among these, ionic liquids that dissolve cellulose have gained attention in recent years, as they are expected to contribute to the production of biomass fuels and materials, as well as to the streamlining, safety enhancement, and environmental impact reduction of cellulose material manufacturing processes, such as cellulose fibers and films. Additionally, the behavior and physical properties of cellulose after dissolution vary depending on the type of ionic liquid used, leading to expectations for various applications. In our company, we handle a variety of ionic liquids for cellulose dissolution, and we can also customize the structure of the ionic liquids (cations and anions) according to customer requests. Please feel free to download the materials and contact us.

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We are pleased to announce that Tokyo Machine Works Co., Ltd. will be exhibiting at the "INNOVATION EXPO 2025" to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from September 10 (Wednesday) to September 12 (Friday), 2025. 【Exhibited Equipment】 - 1-ton portable autonomous mobile robot (AMR) - 2-ton portable unmanned transport vehicle (AGV) - Shutter-equipped unmanned transport vehicle - Autonomous cleaning robot, etc. 【Booth Number】 - 6-405 You will have the opportunity to see each machine up close, including demonstrations that link the equipment together. We sincerely look forward to your visit during this event. Please note that pre-registration (free of charge) is required to attend the exhibition, so we kindly ask you to register using the link below. https://www.logistech-online.com/jp/registration.php?exhibitor=EX000072 If you would like an invitation, please request it through our contact form.

Contec has added a BTO menu for the Windows 11-based embedded OS - Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 to its industrial computer "MR4310 series" and has started accepting orders.

Contec has developed the Ethernet wireless converters "RP-WAH-SR12" and "RP-WAH-SR22," which utilize 920MHz sub-gigahertz wireless (IEEE 802.11ah) to enable Ethernet communication wirelessly even at distances of up to 1 km. Sales began on August 21, 2025. The new products are compact IEEE 802.11ah compliant wireless LAN converters that can be installed in various locations. The new Wi-Fi standard "IEEE 802.11ah," which utilizes sub-gigahertz wireless communication, became available in Japan in September 2022. It operates in the 920MHz band without the need for a license and can be used outdoors. Compared to conventional 920MHz wireless communication, it enables high-speed communication and the establishment of long-distance networks, making it expected to be utilized in large factories, plants, and farms. The new Ethernet wireless converters are designed to be lightweight and compact, allowing for installation in various locations such as walls and DIN rails with the included mounting brackets. Additionally, they support external antennas, enabling the construction of flexible wireless LAN systems.

Contec has developed a super compact business computer equipped with the Intel(R) Core(TM) Ultra processor (Series 1), and has started accepting orders for the business computer "LPC-500 Series" (hereinafter referred to as the new product) from August 28, 2025. The new product is a super compact business computer featuring the Intel(R) Core(TM) Ultra 5 processor 125U (Series 1, Meteor Lake-U). It is equipped with "Intel(R) AI Boost," which integrates an NPU into the CPU, allowing for the execution of AI functions such as image recognition and voice processing at high speed and low power consumption while reducing the load on the CPU and GPU. With ultra-compact dimensions of 150(W) × 150(D) × 33(H) mm, it comes with a vertical stand and VESA mounting brackets, enabling installation in tight spaces on desks, behind displays, or inside equipment without restriction. It adopts a BTO (Build to Order) method that allows customers to freely choose memory capacity, storage, OS, and more, enabling the order of a PC with specifications optimal for their needs and budget starting from just one unit.

Thank you very much for your continued support. We would like to inform you that our company will suspend product shipping operations for inventory purposes due to the interim financial closing on the following dates. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Shipping suspension period: Tuesday, September 30, 2025.