Yokohama Rubber has expanded its lineup of Versatran premium high-pressure hydraulic hoses for overseas markets by adding a new 3/8-inch (9 mm) inner diameter, four-spiral construction hose to the 42 MPa specification of the ISO Series. Sales of the new size began in September. The newly added 3/8-inch hose complies with the highest durability class “DC” of the international standard...
Chemical manufacturer Zeon has built and begun operating a new IoT common platform to advance companywide smart factory initiatives. The platform will enable visualization and effective use of diverse data from manufacturing sites and research facilities, driving efficiency in on-site operations and broader deployment of digital technologies. Since 2020, the company has pursued smart factory transformation using digital tools to...
Sumitomo Rubber has achieved process capability level 3 in Automotive SPICE, the international framework for evaluating automotive software development maturity, as confirmed by an assessment from third-party certifier SGS Japan. The milestone recognizes that the company has established software development processes compliant with international standards. Sumitomo Rubber plans to build on the achievement to accelerate development of its growth business,...
Resin belt production is thriving. According to statistics from the Japan Belting Industry Association, output rose 10% in the first half of 2025 (January-June) from the year-earlier period, marking double-digit growth. Production topped year-ago levels in every month from January to June. February, March and June saw increases of 10% or more. Demand remains brisk in the two largest markets...
In the first quarter of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, Mitsuboshi Belting reported strong Japanese domestic sales of automotive components, surpassing the same period of the previous year. Sales of belts for electric drive units used in new vehicles—such as Electric Power Steering (EPS) systems—and for export-oriented commercial vehicles remained steady, contributing to overall revenue growth. Overseas automotive...
Bando Chemical is currently promoting the first stage (CV-1) of its medium- to long-term management plan, “Creating New Value for the Future,” which began in fiscal 2023. Under CV-1, the company has set out three strategic pillars: “Value Creation,” “Smart Manufacturing,” and “Organizational Evolution for the Future.” In particular, under the “Value Creation” initiative, Bando is focusing on advancing new...
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