For close to 90 years, Nagata Auto Parts has practiced continuous innovation and utilization of the most advanced technology to meet and exceed its customers’ needs and expectations. Adopting the Japanese monozukuri manufacturing philosophy, Nagata develops a range of high-quality auto-parts for major automobile makers in Japan and abroad, including body parts, hinges and fuel filler doors. In this interview, president, Kazuhisa Nagata, gives his take on the Japanese automotive industry, explains more about Nagata’s products and technology, and discusses the company’s overseas operations, particularly its growing presence in the Indian market.
For close to 90 years, Nagata Auto Parts has practiced continuous innovation and utilization of the most advanced technology to meet and exceed its customers’ needs and expectations. Adopting the Japanese monozukuri manufacturing philosophy, Nagata develops a range of high-quality auto-parts for major automobile makers in Japan and abroad, including body parts, hinges and fuel filler doors. In this interview, president, Kazuhisa Nagata, gives his take on the Japanese automotive industry, explains more about Nagata’s products and technology, and discusses the company’s overseas operations, particularly its growing presence in the Indian market.
Established in 1952, FUJICO has built its success upon technological innovation aimed at “making the impossible possible”. The company’s founder, Hidesuke Yamamoto, developed a groundbreaking repair technology for ingot molds used in steel manufacturing that allowed the molds to be reutilized, leading to a major reduction in environmental waste. Since then, the company has continued to develop unique technologies for the betterment of industry, environment and society, providing its clients with quality solutions far superior to those of its competitors. We spoke with president, Toshiaki Hagio, to learn more about the company and its technologies, such as its CPC process (Continuous Pouring process for Cladding), which is a composite casting method used to manufacture rolling mill rolls and rollers for the steel industry.
Established in 1952, FUJICO has built its success upon technological innovation aimed at “making the impossible possible”. The company’s founder, Hidesuke Yamamoto, developed a groundbreaking repair technology for ingot molds used in steel manufacturing that allowed the molds to be reutilized, leading to a major reduction in environmental waste. Since then, the company has continued to develop unique technologies for the betterment of industry, environment and society, providing its clients with quality solutions far superior to those of its competitors. We spoke with president, Toshiaki Hagio, to learn more about the company and its technologies, such as its CPC process (Continuous Pouring process for Cladding), which is a composite casting method used to manufacture rolling mill rolls and rollers for the steel industry.
Fuji Seiko (Bellows) Co., Ltd. – which counts Toyota, Honda, Isuzu, Suzuki, Panasonic, TOTO, LIXIL, MHI, JAXA, and Japan’s Ministry of Defence among its clients – develops thermostats, thermal valves and constant flow valves that contribute to water saving, as well as rocket parts, mainly for the automotive, housing and aerospace industries. One of the areas that Fuji Seiko is currently focusing on is water saving technology based on flow control. In recent years, the importance of water resources has increased around the world, and Fuji Seiko’s water saving technologies and products can make a significant contribution to water conservation. We speak with president, Hideo Ando, to learn more about the company’s rich past, innovation-driven present and ambitious plans for the future.
Fuji Seiko (Bellows) Co., Ltd. – which counts Toyota, Honda, Isuzu, Suzuki, Panasonic, TOTO, LIXIL, MHI, JAXA, and Japan’s Ministry of Defence among its clients – develops thermostats, thermal valves and constant flow valves that contribute to water saving, as well as rocket parts, mainly for the automotive, housing and aerospace industries. One of the areas that Fuji Seiko is currently focusing on is water saving technology based on flow control. In recent years, the importance of water resources has increased around the world, and Fuji Seiko’s water saving technologies and products can make a significant contribution to water conservation. We speak with president, Hideo Ando, to learn more about the company’s rich past, innovation-driven present and ambitious plans for the future.
A renowned global leader in the manufacturing of automotive gears using forging technology, O-OKA has placed itself ahead of the curve with the development of high-precision EV parts. We sit down with president, Yoshinori Ooka, who explains that, looking towards the future with the emergence of electric vehicles (EVs), O-OKA has already taken huge strides forward by collaborating with its European partners to develop high-precision EV parts aimed at reducing the noise of moving gears.
A renowned global leader in the manufacturing of automotive gears using forging technology, O-OKA has placed itself ahead of the curve with the development of high-precision EV parts. We sit down with president, Yoshinori Ooka, who explains that, looking towards the future with the emergence of electric vehicles (EVs), O-OKA has already taken huge strides forward by collaborating with its European partners to develop high-precision EV parts aimed at reducing the noise of moving gears.
Kureha Corporation is a leading global manufacturer of specialty chemicals, polymers and agrichemicals for the automotive, agriculture and food packaging industries. Kureha has always sought to grow together with society utilizing the unique technological capabilities that it has cultivated since its foundation in 1944. In this interview, president, Yutaka Kobayashi, gives more insight into the company, its products and their applications; and also explains how Kureha continues to innovate to meet the lastest demands of industry and society. As Mr. Kobayashi explains, Kureha’s business is based on three core pillars: “produce original technology, have the world's leading technology, and cater to niche and highly specialized markets.”
Kureha Corporation is a leading global manufacturer of specialty chemicals, polymers and agrichemicals for the automotive, agriculture and food packaging industries. Kureha has always sought to grow together with society utilizing the unique technological capabilities that it has cultivated since its foundation in 1944. In this interview, president, Yutaka Kobayashi, gives more insight into the company, its products and their applications; and also explains how Kureha continues to innovate to meet the lastest demands of industry and society. As Mr. Kobayashi explains, Kureha’s business is based on three core pillars: “produce original technology, have the world's leading technology, and cater to niche and highly specialized markets.”
Performing an often unseen yet essential role, Aoyama Seisakusho provides fastening systems to the world’s leading car brands, offering unbeatable safety, quality and performance and a proud zero-defect record. In this interview, president, Yukiyoshi Aoyama, explains how the company’s technology continues to evolve in tandem with the rapid changes and demands of the automotive industry thanks to Aoyama Seisakusho’s ceaseless pursuit of innovation.
Performing an often unseen yet essential role, Aoyama Seisakusho provides fastening systems to the world’s leading car brands, offering unbeatable safety, quality and performance and a proud zero-defect record. In this interview, president, Yukiyoshi Aoyama, explains how the company’s technology continues to evolve in tandem with the rapid changes and demands of the automotive industry thanks to Aoyama Seisakusho’s ceaseless pursuit of innovation.
Ogura Jewel Industry Co., Ltd. has maintained a dominant position as a precision manufacturer of jewels, non-ferrous metals and metals since the company was founded in 1894. Specializing in a high level of micro machining and nanometer technology, Ogura is one of the strongest SMEs in Japan. We had a deep discussion with Kyotaro Ogura, the current president of Ogura, regarding the Japanese manufacturing industry and the company’s dominance in the market.
Ogura Jewel Industry Co., Ltd. has maintained a dominant position as a precision manufacturer of jewels, non-ferrous metals and metals since the company was founded in 1894. Specializing in a high level of micro machining and nanometer technology, Ogura is one of the strongest SMEs in Japan. We had a deep discussion with Kyotaro Ogura, the current president of Ogura, regarding the Japanese manufacturing industry and the company’s dominance in the market.
Toyo Tanso was the first company in the world to mass produce isotropic graphite back in 1974 and today its high-quality graphite products are used across a wide range of industries, including semiconductors and automotives. We sat down with president Naotaka Kondo to learn more about the company's products and their applications, such as CNovel, which is used in the production of fuel cell batteries. Mr. Kondo also gives his insight into the current state of the semiconductor and automotive industries, explains how Toyo Tanso continues to thrive amid the pandemic, and discusses how the company's innovation is driven by the tireless quest "to produce something that is not found anywhere in the world.”
Toyo Tanso was the first company in the world to mass produce isotropic graphite back in 1974 and today its high-quality graphite products are used across a wide range of industries, including semiconductors and automotives. We sat down with president Naotaka Kondo to learn more about the company's products and their applications, such as CNovel, which is used in the production of fuel cell batteries. Mr. Kondo also gives his insight into the current state of the semiconductor and automotive industries, explains how Toyo Tanso continues to thrive amid the pandemic, and discusses how the company's innovation is driven by the tireless quest "to produce something that is not found anywhere in the world.”
In this interview for The Worldfolio, Mitsuhiro Matsumoto, President of Kehin Ramtech, explains how his company deals with the challenges faced by conventional facing cathodes and describes why his firm is gaining attention from international solar manufacturers.
In this interview for The Worldfolio, Mitsuhiro Matsumoto, President of Kehin Ramtech, explains how his company deals with the challenges faced by conventional facing cathodes and describes why his firm is gaining attention from international solar manufacturers.
Tsukiboshi Manufacturing Co., Ltd., founded in 1947 in Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture, began its history with the manufacturing of spokes for bicycle and two-wheeled carts. Thereafter, it has developed to encompass new fields with its cold-forming technology. Tsukiboshi is now a company with a great corporate philosophy aimed at attaining further growth. We interviewed Mr. Wataru Uchimoto, the President and grandson of the founder, about the details of the company, related industries and Tsukiboshi’s corporate philosophy.
Tsukiboshi Manufacturing Co., Ltd., founded in 1947 in Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture, began its history with the manufacturing of spokes for bicycle and two-wheeled carts. Thereafter, it has developed to encompass new fields with its cold-forming technology. Tsukiboshi is now a company with a great corporate philosophy aimed at attaining further growth. We interviewed Mr. Wataru Uchimoto, the President and grandson of the founder, about the details of the company, related industries and Tsukiboshi’s corporate philosophy.
