Notice of the seminar on "6th Robodex" to be held on January 21.

A document that includes links to instructional videos for picking, inspection, assembly, screw tightening, and packing.

"NEXTAGE" is a dual-arm robot developed under the concept of "a humanoid robot that works alongside people," aimed at ensuring safety in manufacturing environments and improving productivity. Since its launch, it has been adopted by companies across a wide range of industries, including electronics, electronic components, and more, successfully automating tasks that previously required human labor, such as assembly, inspection, and packaging. We have received numerous inquiries such as, "What specific tasks can it perform?" and "I would like to know some examples." To help you understand the implementation and work image, we have prepared a "case study collection" that summarizes the tasks that this product excels at and links to videos of implementation examples. [Contents (excerpt)] - Picking in logistics warehouses - Automation of visual inspection tasks - Screw tightening - Labeling - Box packing - Automated driving integrated with AGV - Packaging box assembly and packing (new applications using NEXTAGE) *You can view detailed information immediately by downloading the PDF. Please feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

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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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We present a demo video of the humanoid robot "NEXTAGE" packaging tube products into bags and boxes.

In industries such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food products, the quantity and shape are frequently changed with each season, necessitating variable production. Before the introduction of 'NEXTAGE', automation was considered difficult. We will introduce a new form of automation achieved by adding a few clever modifications to the surrounding supply and discharge devices, in addition to the inherent dexterity of the humanoid robot 'NEXTAGE', through a video. ■ Work Process Align tube products stacked flat on a conveyor Load tube products into pouches Heat seal the pouches and pack the finished products into boxes For more details, please check the video below or feel free to contact us.

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[Points for Automation Process Automation Available] Immediate solution for automation and labor-saving in manufacturing sites! NEXTAGE dual-arm robot system equipped with standard vision system.

"NEXTAGE" was developed under the concept of "humanoid robots that work alongside people" with the aim of 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 the automation of labor-intensive operations such as assembly, inspection, and packaging across a wide range of industries, including electrical and electronic components. It frees workers 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 its power and speed. ■ NEXTAGE solves processes that were previously difficult to automate with dedicated machines or single-arm robots. ■ It achieves tasks currently performed by humans with minimal environmental changes using a vision system in the head and two arms, among other features. *In addition to the catalog, we are also providing materials on automation points in production processes using dual-arm robots. Please feel free to contact us for inquiries.

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We offer a variety of optional products to make NEXTAGE even easier to use!

We offer a wide variety of optional products to make your use of NEXTAGE more convenient. By combining optional products that suit your processes and tasks, you can build a robot system more smoothly! For details, please download and view the "NEXTAGE Option Lineup" in the related catalog.

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【Key Points of This Seminar】 - What is "push-type"? The true nature of common waste in the workplace - Basic principles of pull production and steps for on-site implementation - The concept of "downstream pull" to reduce work-in-progress and inventory - Case studies of companies that have made improvements - Specific methods for establishing a small start 【Target Audience: Improvement leaders and management】 - Those who feel there is too much "overproduction," "bottlenecks," and "wasteful movements" in the workplace - Those struggling with the gap between production planning and actual work - Those looking for ways to sustain improvement activities - Those who want to know practical methods for implementing TPS (Toyota Production System) ~ Visualizing waste to achieve "just enough, when needed" ~ "Is your workplace being 'pushed'?" In the workplace, issues such as "produced but not used" and "work-in-progress overflowing and halting flow" are common. Many of these problems may stem from push-type production, where items are made "just in case" rather than "because they are needed." A chain moves easily when "pulled," but what happens when it is "pushed"? ── This is precisely the difference between push and pull. We will teach you the system of production that "does not overproduce and does not stagnate" based on the concept of "pull production."

**Seminar Points** Improvement means changing standards for the better. There can be no improvement where there are no standards. If there are no standards, start by creating them. Standards are "rules." What to decide are "procedures," "methods," and "timing." This seminar is focused on determining "procedures" and creating "work instruction documents." **"Without standards, there is no improvement" — Learning from Toyota's teachings on documentation in the workplace** The source of Toyota's strength lies in the concepts of "improvement" and "standardization." At the core of this is a culture of making insights and skills visible in the workplace and documenting them. In other words, it is a system of knowledge transfer through documentation. Relying on the experience and intuition of veterans can be a strength in the workplace, but it also carries the risk that quality may change when people change. By ensuring that everyone performs tasks in the same way, we can achieve the same quality products (good products) in the same amount of time. First and foremost, the development of "work instruction documents" is essential. When presenting work instruction documents in video format, it is also a prerequisite that this "foundational document" is well established. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.*

We would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations on the continued prosperity of your esteemed company. Our company will be exhibiting at the following trade show, where we will introduce a number of products, including our new product, the Pillow Packaging Full Air Tightness Inspection Machine MSQ-2003. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience during your busy schedule, but we would like to invite you to visit us at this opportunity. 【 Exhibition Name 】 JAPAN PACK 2025 Japan Packaging Industry Exhibition https://www.japanpack.jp/ 【 Dates 】 October 7 (Tuesday) to October 10 (Friday), 2025 *4 days 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM 【 Venue / Booth Number 】 Tokyo Big Sight / East Hall 8, Booth 8-505

Kobayashi Co., Ltd. will be exhibiting at the 5th Sustainable Materials Exhibition (SUSMA) held at Makuhari Messe. This exhibition is a specialized event focused on sustainable materials (environmentally friendly materials) and their manufacturing and recycling technologies. Technicians, product planners, and management from various industrial sectors such as electronics, automotive, batteries, and construction materials, as well as manufacturers of food, beverages, daily necessities, and miscellaneous goods will be attending. We sincerely look forward to your visit.

The "Team Cohesion and Team Strength Development Seminar" is an online seminar that provides techniques for demonstrating leadership that drives members and achieves results as a team. "Become a Leader Who Unites the Team from an Excellent Player" The cornerstone of the workplace is the leadership class, such as supervisors and team leaders. It is crucial for these individuals, who know the front lines, to demonstrate leadership that drives the work and leads the members. No matter how excellent a player is, if they work alone, they will only ever be as strong as one horsepower. It’s about demonstrating strength as a team! In other words, it’s about moving people… and that requires a deep understanding of others and the ability to respond. I believe that the most important aspects are the perspective and execution needed to involve those around you, align the vectors, and propel the team forward. [What You Will Learn] ■ Delegating Work ⇒ The key points and tips for confidently delegating work instead of taking it all on yourself. ■ The Four Windows of Interpersonal Relationships ⇒ How to deeply understand yourself and help others recognize you better. ■ Mentoring Skills for Junior Colleagues ⇒ Analyzing the guidance necessary for the "Hō-Ren-Sō" (reporting, communicating, and consulting) to function through short case studies. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.