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The second installment of the application package series "Nx-Solution" using "NEXTAGE"!

We have released "Pump," an application optimized for picking scattered workpieces and supplying them in an organized manner to automated machines, as the second installment in the "Nx-Solution" series using the humanoid collaborative robot "NEXTAGE."

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Further pursuit of weight reduction and compactness. Standard equipped with a stereo camera. Laser scanners and handheld cameras can also be added.

"Fillie" is the latest model in the humanoid collaborative robot "NEXTAGE series." While leveraging the features of previous models, it has been developed based on three concepts: "compact size," "cost performance," and "highly compatible design," further enhancing its practicality. It can be utilized not only in production environments but also in various scenes involving human interaction. 【Features】 ■ Number of joints: 15 axes (6 axes for each arm, 1 axis for the waist, 2 axes for the neck) ■ Repetitive positioning accuracy: ±0.05mm ■ Equipped with a stereo camera in the head ■ Optional additions such as laser scanners and hand cameras are available ■ Compatible with AC100-240V *Please refer to the accompanying materials. Additionally, from April to June 2022 (scheduled), we will hold live demonstrations of "Fillie" in three cities nationwide: Tokyo, Aichi, and Osaka. If you wish to participate, please feel free to contact us!

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A case study on the use of NEXTAGE for the full automation of the maintenance parts warehouse! We will share real feedback from our users.

The humanoid robot "NEXTAGE" has been introduced in various manufacturing sites since its launch, expanding its areas of activity. This time, we visited the site of Makino Technical Service Co., Ltd., which has implemented NEXTAGE and built a picking system using robots. We will share the sight of NEXTAGE at work and the voices of those who have constructed this process and are working alongside NEXTAGE!

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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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Package the necessary equipment and data for startup. No safety fence required, saving space. Achieve automation quickly.

Cobako" is a packaging system for assembling and packing boxes that combines the dual-arm robot "NEXTAGE," which can perform a wide range of tasks with dexterous movements, along with peripheral devices and teaching data packaged together. Since all necessary equipment and data are included, smooth implementation and startup are possible. The vision system integrated into "NEXTAGE" allows for automated quality judgment, and by reusing and customizing the components of this package, it can also accommodate similar tasks. 【Features】 ■ Easy automation of box assembly and packing tasks ■ High-quality and efficient work utilizing dual arms and vision ■ If within specified ranges, adjustments to the robot's movements can accommodate changes in box dimensions * Please consider changing to our recommended boxes to ensure yield ■ No safety fence is required, allowing for space-saving installation * For more details, please refer to the materials available for download in the <PDF download> section. You can also view the "Automation System Proposal Materials" and the "NEXTAGE Product Catalog.

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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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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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"Last chance to purchase a robot within this fiscal year" - Contributing to automation and labor-saving in manufacturing sites, it also handles multitasking. Consultation sessions for purchases are currently being held!

"NEXTAGE" is a dual-arm robot that moves skillfully with its two arms and can handle a wide range of tasks. In addition to packaging two arms, a controller, a base, and a vision recognition system, it can be set up quickly without the need for safety fences, allowing for rapid deployment. ★ We are currently offering an explanatory document titled "Why That Company Adopted NEXTAGE," which introduces the features of NEXTAGE and testimonials from companies that have implemented it. ★ We are holding a "Dual-Arm Robot Purchase Consultation Meeting." Please check the basic information for details. 【Features】 ■ Contributes to on-site improvements and stability in quality and delivery times through the automation of simple tasks. ■ Human-shaped design allows for installation in the space of one person, and no safety fence is required. ■ Equipped with casters for easy movement, even for women, and can flexibly accommodate layout changes. * Explanatory documents and various brochures can be viewed via "PDF Download." Please feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

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On September 15, 2026, we issued a press release regarding the wooden lightweight sheet "Hyper CLT Sheet." The Hyper CLT Sheet is a civil engineering sheet that utilizes CLT (Cross-Laminated Timber) stacked in an orthogonal direction. It can be used in various locations such as temporary roads, access routes, heavy machinery work yards, and material storage areas. The 5×10 version weighs approximately 230 kg, making it relatively lightweight and easy to install, remove, and relocate. Additionally, it offers environmental benefits such as reducing glare and metallic sounds typical of wood, as well as CO2 fixation. Furthermore, it can be proposed for the use of new technologies in public works as a **registered technology with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism "TH-250021-A."** Through this press release, we aim to expand the new wooden lightweight sheet that combines wood, NETIS, civil engineering, and CLT to more construction sites.

● The production time for cast prototypes can be shortened! Since model making is not required, the production time for prototypes, which previously took about a month, can be significantly reduced. ● Model costs can be reduced! By directly producing sand molds from 3D data, there is no need for model production costs. If changes to the model are necessary, they can be addressed by modifying the 3D data. ● Similar products with different shapes and dimensions can be prototyped simultaneously! Different products, such as similar shapes or varying dimensions, can be molded at the same time in one molding process. This allows for the verification of multiple types in a short period.

The "HA-T Series" is an energy-saving automatic door sensor that opens only for those who wish to enter, whether on a busy street or in a narrow passageway. The automatic door opens simply by bringing your hand close, addressing hygiene concerns even in facilities used by a large number of people. You can choose between "Non-vision Mount Type/HA-T401" and "Non-vision Built-in Type/HA-T520" depending on the application and installation location. 【Recommended for such places!】 ☑ Entrance facing a busy corridor ☑ Presence of counters or signs near the door ☑ Buildings facing narrow passages ☑ Buildings that prioritize aesthetics ☑ Hospitals and facilities that consider hygiene ☑ Large facilities with many doors 【Features】 ● Adaptable to various door types with four detection spot settings ● Reduces unnecessary opening and closing, contributing to energy-saving by minimizing wasteful power consumption ● Equipped with a light touch function, allowing the door to open and close just by waving your hand, ensuring hygiene ● Can also be used as a wide detection range non-vision infrared sensor ◎ For more details, please download the materials or contact us.

Metal cracks are one of the concerns in equipment maintenance operations. Repairs using conventional welding methods often change the base material around the crack due to heat, leading to residual stress and deformation, which constantly carries the risk of "crack recurrence" and "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 at all. Repairs can be carried out 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.

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.