Notice of participation in the "Tokyo Machine Element Technology Exhibition (Japan Manufacturing World)" from June 22 (Wednesday) to June 24 (Friday), 2022.

Proposal for 'VA/VE' in parts procurement with a minimum half-day estimate! [Business improvement, cost review, decentralized procurement]

"Cases where parts procurement became difficult due to the COVID-19 pandemic" ◎ Unable to procure due to manufacturer shutdowns → We want to secure other places that can produce the same products. ◎ Found alternative processing locations, but struggled with costs and delivery times → From now on, having procurement sources with a wide range of capabilities is reassuring. ＼We provide efficient parts procurement with minimal operational burden for our customers／ 〈What are the benefits of procuring parts through Agency Assist?〉 1. 〈Overwhelming! The most in the industry〉 Partnering with over 1,110 processing locations both domestically and internationally! 2. 〈Easy arrangement〉 Complete service from material procurement, processing, surface treatment, to inspection with one company! → For more details, download the "VA/VE Proposal Materials for Processed Parts Procurement." We handle everything from metals to plastics! Leave the cutting and processing of prototype and development parts to us.

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Shortest half-day estimate / Optimal materials for those involved in the procurement of processed parts: 'A new normal procurement method different from past processed parts procurement.'

We propose a new normal procurement method that differs from traditional procurement of processed parts for company presidents and designers who are also in charge of procurement, as well as for those responsible who are facing challenges in procurement and purchasing! "Contents of the Catalog" 1. "Customer Challenges in Processed Parts Procurement" 2. "Three Benefits of Assisted Parts Procurement" 2-1. Arrangement of a wide variety of small lots 2-2. Product categories and materials 3. "Overview of Assisted Procurement" 3-1. When the procurement sources are complex 3-2. When the process is long and management is difficult 3-3. Processing sources and added value 3-4. Inspection and quality assurance 4. "Examples of Product Processing" 5. "Company Overview" Our company accepts processed parts procurement from a wide variety of small quantities. Please feel free to contact us regarding any concerns about parts processing procurement. Leave "business efficiency and single-item processing" to Agency Assist!

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Half-day estimate at the shortest / A must-see for those involved in manufacturing! Introducing a comprehensive collection of basic knowledge that covers stainless steel (SUS) used in various applications in one book!

We would like to introduce a collection of basic knowledge about stainless steel that addresses questions you may feel hesitant to ask now. Stainless steel is widely used in outdoor transportation equipment, railway vehicles, automobiles, medical devices, and precision IT equipment. It can also be found in everyday items such as sinks, washing machines, tableware, handrails, and roofing materials. With a growing demand expected in the future, we have received numerous inquiries at our company. Based on our past experience, we have prepared a comprehensive knowledge collection about stainless steel! We have published it below as a helpful resource for everyone, and we would be grateful if you could take a look. "Contents of the Catalog" 1. "What is Stainless Steel (SUS)?" ... Characteristics 2. "Materials of Stainless Steel" ... Types and applications by material 3. "Workability and Treatment" ... Points to consider during processing and types of surface treatment 4. "Standard Material" ... Information on standard materials that can be used for various applications 5. "Examples of Achievements" ... Our track record and strengths 6. "Company Overview" ... Contact information, etc. If you have any questions or requests, please feel free to contact us. From metals to plastics, we are your go-to for cutting processing of prototype and development parts!

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Shortest half-day estimate / We have a large number of digital measuring instruments and specialize in measurement inspections! Spot usage for only the necessary amount is also possible during times of excessive orders.

We will take custody of your products and our inspection technicians will perform precise dimensional measurements. This is a measurement service that we can offer because our company has pursued and achieved high-quality management through the procurement of processed parts. ◎ Features 1: Inspection of 60,000 processed parts per month We possess one of the largest "precision inspection rooms" in Kyoto Prefecture, along with numerous digital measuring instruments such as "image dimension measuring devices" and "CNC three-dimensional measuring machines," allowing us to conduct inspections of 60,000 items monthly. 2: Creation of inspection reports We will provide the actual measured values of precise dimensional measurements and geometric tolerances in an "inspection report." It is also possible to attach the "calibration certificate" of the equipment used for the inspection. 3: Abundant inspection equipment - Image dimension measuring device (Keyence) - CNC three-dimensional measuring machine (Mitutoyo) - Roundness and cylindrical shape measuring machine (Mitutoyo) - Eccentricity measuring gauge (Universal Punch Co.) - Rockwell hardness tester (Mitutoyo) - Surface roughness measuring instrument (Mitutoyo) - Digital height gauge 700 (TESA) and many others From metals to plastics, we are ready to handle the cutting and processing of prototype and development parts.

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The "International Fermentation and Brewing Food Industry Exhibition" will be held for three days from August 4 (Tuesday) to August 5 (Thursday) at Tokyo Big Sight. We, Foss Japan, will be exhibiting component analysis devices for soy sauce, wine, and sake at a joint booth with Yanai Electric Industry Co., Ltd.! ■ Dates: August 4 (Tuesday) - 5 (Thursday), 2025, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM ■ Venue: Tokyo Big Sight, South Exhibition Hall ■ Booth No: S18-1 (Yanai Electric Industry Co., Ltd. booth) ■ Exhibited Equipment: - FT-IR component analysis device for soy sauce/wine "WineScan 3 / SO2" - FT-IR component analysis device for wine/sake "OenoFoss 2" *Officially registered for the Small and Medium Enterprises Productivity Investment Subsidy (catalog order type)! In addition to the above exhibited equipment, Foss also handles devices specialized in component analysis for beer, miso, yogurt, and other foods. We understand you may be busy, but we sincerely look forward to your visit.

Evaluating drug efficacy, safety, pharmacokinetics, and physical properties comprehensively from the early stages of the drug discovery process is essential for efficient pharmaceutical development. To support these evaluations comprehensively, the drug discovery support software StarDrop offers various modules. In this presentation, we will introduce an overview of the functions included in the metabolism prediction module, the Metabolism module, its theoretical background, and how it contributes to solving various challenges related to drug metabolism.

[Instructor] Mr. Toshio Kimura, Senior Consultant, Japan Management Association Consulting, Inc. [Acquired Knowledge] 1. Theme Creation: A systematic approach and process to enhance the "quality and quantity" of ideas 2. Business Planning and Concept Development: An approach that maximizes theme value based on customer value 3. Development Practice: Methods for accelerating development through the construction of goal hypotheses and real-time progress management 4. Theme Evaluation: An evaluation system to accurately identify "truly valuable themes" with high investment returns [Lecture Items] 1. The importance of the new product development process and the four management transformation targets 2. Innovating the "Idea/Theme Creation Phase" ... "NBP" 3. Innovating the "Business Planning and Concept Development Phase" ... "CF" 4. Innovating the "Development Practice Phase" ... "FF" 5. Innovating the "Theme Evaluation System" ... "FVE" 6. Specific initiatives for the reconstruction and strengthening of the new product development process 7. Q&A / Business card exchange

We will hold a "University-Origin Seed Matching Seminar" to introduce cutting-edge technologies developed at universities and public research institutions. The theme for this seminar is "New Business Opportunities Arising from New Materials - The Potential of Polysaccharide-Derived High-Toughness Hydrogels." Polysaccharide-derived hydrogels, which possess high toughness and flexibility, are expected to be a new material for electrolyte materials in next-generation batteries. There are also expectations for applications in a wide range of fields such as medical and healthcare, and soft materials. In this seminar, the inventors themselves will introduce the characteristics of the technology, as well as potential applications and possibilities for joint research and commercialization. Program: 13:35-13:55: "Natural Polysaccharide Hydrogels Exhibiting High Toughness, High Heat Resistance, and High Ion Conductivity" Associate Professor Junichi Horinaka, Department of Chemical Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Kyoto University We will introduce polysaccharide-derived hydrogels that combine high toughness and flexibility. Focusing on their characteristics as expected electrolyte materials for next-generation batteries, we will discuss the potential for applications in a wide range of fields such as medical and healthcare, soft materials, and prospects for joint research and commercialization. 13:55-14:10: Introduction of Application Developments and Q&A

We will be exhibiting at the Japanese Society for Animal Cell Technology (JAACT2026) to be held at Shonan Health Innovation Park (Shonan I-Park) from July 28 (Tuesday) to July 29 (Wednesday), 2026. At this conference, we plan to showcase Sartorius's new cell line development platform, the CellCelector CLD platform. The CellCelector CLD is a solution for cell line development that integrates automatic cell imaging and picking technology, from single-cell detection to monoclonality verification, evaluation of high-producing clones, and automatic picking. If you have any inquiries about detailed specifications, applications, or requests for demonstrations, please feel free to stop by the Sartorius booth! ◼ Booth number: 7 Additionally, our Field Application Scientist, Takeshi Seguchi, will present "Next-Generation Cell Line Development Solutions with the New CellCelector CLD – From Monoclonality Verification to High-Producing Clone Selection." ◼ Technical seminar schedule: July 28 (Tuesday) 16:45–17:10 (3rd session) We look forward to seeing you there!