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Production scheduler for small and medium-sized manufacturing businesses.

"Seiryu" is a production scheduler suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises engaged in small-batch, multi-variety production. It allows users to check the load conditions of equipment and work schedules on the system, facilitating smooth planning adjustments for urgent orders and special requests. Additionally, by registering criteria such as priority and constraints for planning, it enables quick production planning based on common standards. 【Features】 ■ Can be linked with sales management systems, production management systems, etc. ■ Automatically allocates equipment based on load conditions ■ Contributes to the elimination of dependency on specific individuals and streamlining planning tasks ■ Allows for comparison between planned and actual times, facilitating the PDCA cycle.

• Production Scheduler

Creating and adjusting production plans is easy. Integration with existing systems is also possible. Suitable for environments with diverse and small-lot production.

"Seiryu" is a production scheduler suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises engaged in small-batch production that can integrate with existing systems. It allows you to check the load conditions of the equipment and work schedules on the system, making it easy to adjust plans when handling urgent requests or special orders. Additionally, by registering decision criteria such as priorities and constraints for planning, you can quickly create production plans based on common standards. 【Features】 ■ Can integrate with sales management systems, production management systems, etc. ■ Automatically assigns equipment based on load conditions ■ Contributes to the elimination of dependency on specific individuals and streamlining planning tasks ■ Enables comparison of planned and actual times, linking to PDCA ★ We are currently offering a "case study" that introduces the actual implementation effects. You can view detailed information by downloading the PDF.

• Production Scheduler

Unable to understand the situation on-site or the condition of the machinery, and unable to improve... For such concerns! Utilizing IoT and ICT makes "Kaizen" visible.

Our company supports the resolution of on-site issues through the provision of production management systems and IoT solutions. We are currently offering a free booklet titled "IoT Idea Book Vol.1," which summarizes the use cases of IoT by field. ★ Please fill in "IoT Idea Book Request" in the "Requests" section of the "Contact" form. We will deliver it by mail. 【Contents of the booklet (excerpt)】 ■ Analysis of machine tool operating status ■ Analysis of defects ■ Automatic collection of human work hours ■ Challenges in technology transfer ■ Management of traceability ■ Management of mold shot counts ■ Efficiency improvement of picking operations in warehouses and many more examples of IoT utilization. *Additionally, we are currently publishing PDF materials for the production management system "TECHS Series" and the production scheduler "Seiryu," including product catalogs and case studies.

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Improvement of machine operating rate through operation monitoring and stop information collection.

Our company has introduced production management systems to over 3,500 small and medium-sized manufacturing companies. We will solve the challenges faced by small and medium-sized manufacturers with our "IoT Solutions," leveraging the various insights and abundant know-how gained from this experience. 【Effects】 - Real-time monitoring of operational status, enabling quick resumption after stoppages. - Improved operational rates by accumulating reasons for stoppages and identifying their causes. - Accurate understanding of operating hours through automatic aggregation, enhancing the precision of instruction documents.

• Other process controls
• Production Management System

This is a production management system developed for small and medium-sized enterprises engaged in multi-variety, low-volume parts processing.

**[Introduction Effects]** ■ OA (Office Automation) Effects - The data import functions of Excel and EDI can significantly reduce input labor. - Progress status can be viewed by anyone at any time, reducing the effort of searching for items on-site. - The operation of handheld terminals can greatly shorten the time required for cost aggregation. ■ Strengthening Progress and Delivery Management and Cost Reduction Effects - During order placement, data such as past purchase prices can be easily referenced for price negotiations. - Individual costs per production number can be grasped in real-time, allowing for measures to achieve profitability. - By issuing work instructions, productivity can be improved, real-time processing progress can be monitored, and load adjustments can be made as needed, leading to reduced labor costs (increased productivity) and adherence to and shortening of delivery times. ■ Improvement and Sustained Effects on Profit Structure (Company Quality) - Management and veteran employees can be freed from administrative tasks, allowing them to focus on product development and customer acquisition utilizing their experience and knowledge. - During estimation and calculation, quick and accurate estimates can be created based on past similar cost records, facilitating advantageous sales activities to secure high-quality orders. - The results of improvement effects will be actively visualized and showcased, drawing out the motivation of all employees through fair numerical evaluations.

• Production Management System

Thank you very much for your continued support. We, at Marpos Co., Ltd., regret to inform you that we will be closed during the following period. Closure Period: From Saturday, April 25, 2026, to Wednesday, May 6, 2025. Inquiries received during the closure period will be answered sequentially after Thursday, May 7. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

We would like to inform you about the business hours during the GW period, as well as order, shipping, and support services. Please download the PDF to check the schedule. ■ Regarding Orders 1) Orders can be placed at any time on the 【FOSS WEBSHOP】. Stock will be prioritized. 2) Please specify your "desired delivery date" when placing an order. 3) Due to expected high order volume and shipping delays before and after the holiday, please make your requests with ample time. ■ Regarding Customer Support For any malfunctions or issues during the holiday... Customers with maintenance contracts should contact the dedicated number for after-hours support. Other customers can reach us via email. Please provide details such as "model name," "serial number," "symptoms," and "contact person's name." Our customer support will contact you in the order of receipt. E-Mail: service@foss.co.jp

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 on 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 a detailed technical explanation is needed, please contact us.

The "Mechanical Stitch 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 a detailed technical explanation is needed, please contact us.

SPACECOOL Inc., which researches, develops, and sells the radiation cooling material "SPACECOOL" that releases heat into space to achieve zero-energy cooling, will exhibit at the "Jumbo Surprise Exhibition," a comprehensive trade fair for electrical materials and housing equipment, held at Tokyo Big Sight from April 17 (Friday) to April 18 (Saturday), 2026, and at Intex Osaka from April 24 (Friday) to April 25 (Saturday), 2026. This material is a new technology that enables zero-energy cooling by converting heat into infrared radiation and releasing it into space, without using any external power. By implementing it in outdoor air conditioning units and outdoor electrical equipment, it helps suppress internal temperature rises, contributing to stable operation of devices and reduction of air conditioning energy consumption, and is being recognized as a new carbon-neutral technology. Its energy-saving performance has been acknowledged, and this material received the 2025 Energy Conservation Award. When you visit the venue, please stop by our booth. Our booth number is 972 (common for both Tokyo and Osaka). We will continue to work towards expanding the social implementation of SPACECOOL to contribute to the stable operation of outdoor equipment and air conditioning units, as well as to reduce air conditioning energy consumption and CO2 emissions.