With almost a century of history in innovation, Kurota began its engagement with the Japanese automobile industry in its nascent post-war period. Ever since then, the company has progressed in line with the advancements of the automotive industry, supplying high-performing aluminium brake pistons and engine components to leading Japanese, European and American clients. We sat down with president Toshihiro Kuroda to learn more about the company’s operations and how, by leveraging its long-standing experience working with major brands, such as AISIN, ADVICS, BOSCH and HITACHI, Kurota is developing state-of-the-art components for electronic and hybrid vehicles.
With almost a century of history in innovation, Kurota began its engagement with the Japanese automobile industry in its nascent post-war period. Ever since then, the company has progressed in line with the advancements of the automotive industry, supplying high-performing aluminium brake pistons and engine components to leading Japanese, European and American clients. We sat down with president Toshihiro Kuroda to learn more about the company’s operations and how, by leveraging its long-standing experience working with major brands, such as AISIN, ADVICS, BOSCH and HITACHI, Kurota is developing state-of-the-art components for electronic and hybrid vehicles.
Founded in 1973, READ Co., LTD. started out producing diamond tools, before diversifying their products into high-precision processing tools, diamond wires, grinding and polishing tools, and adsorption plates. Through focusing on the high-quality control system, READ Co., LTD. has gained customer trust with their original and self-developed technologies. We talked with the president of the company, Yosuke Nabeya, to further discuss the importance of engineers, the company’s growth strategy, and the relevant industries.
Founded in 1973, READ Co., LTD. started out producing diamond tools, before diversifying their products into high-precision processing tools, diamond wires, grinding and polishing tools, and adsorption plates. Through focusing on the high-quality control system, READ Co., LTD. has gained customer trust with their original and self-developed technologies. We talked with the president of the company, Yosuke Nabeya, to further discuss the importance of engineers, the company’s growth strategy, and the relevant industries.
With various operations in the business areas of extrusion equipment, synthetic fiber equipment, synthetic fiber gear pumps, precision equipment components, power-saving devices, solvent adsorption equipment, seawater desalination equipment, and dialysis equipment, Kyowa Fine Tech Co., Ltd. has expanded into various manufacturing industries with the goal of gaining the trust of society by providing customers with the equipment they can rely on to deliver true satisfaction. We had a talk with the current president, Muneyuki Hashimoto, to understand his point of view on the company and the industry related to Kyowa Fine Tech Co., Ltd.
With various operations in the business areas of extrusion equipment, synthetic fiber equipment, synthetic fiber gear pumps, precision equipment components, power-saving devices, solvent adsorption equipment, seawater desalination equipment, and dialysis equipment, Kyowa Fine Tech Co., Ltd. has expanded into various manufacturing industries with the goal of gaining the trust of society by providing customers with the equipment they can rely on to deliver true satisfaction. We had a talk with the current president, Muneyuki Hashimoto, to understand his point of view on the company and the industry related to Kyowa Fine Tech Co., Ltd.
Established in December 1954 as a manufacturer of cutting tools, NS TOOL has a focus on pioneering the technology related with high precision machines and has created a very strong competitive advantage in the market. We had a talk with president, Hiroji Goto, to discuss Japanese monozukuri, the competitive global manufacturing industry, and NS TOOL itself.
Established in December 1954 as a manufacturer of cutting tools, NS TOOL has a focus on pioneering the technology related with high precision machines and has created a very strong competitive advantage in the market. We had a talk with president, Hiroji Goto, to discuss Japanese monozukuri, the competitive global manufacturing industry, and NS TOOL itself.
In this interview for The Worldfolio, Hiroshi Shoda, CEO of The Shoda Company, a leading CNC router manufacturer, explains the competitive advantages of the company’s product line-up and his strategy to take the firm to the number 1 spot on the CNC router market.
In this interview for The Worldfolio, Hiroshi Shoda, CEO of The Shoda Company, a leading CNC router manufacturer, explains the competitive advantages of the company’s product line-up and his strategy to take the firm to the number 1 spot on the CNC router market.
We speak with Ryutaro Kotaki, President and CEO of SATO Holdings Corporation, a global provider of auto-ID solutions that are Powered On Site.
We speak with Ryutaro Kotaki, President and CEO of SATO Holdings Corporation, a global provider of auto-ID solutions that are Powered On Site.
In this interview, Hitachi Construction Machinery (HCM) president, Kotaro Hirano, explains how the company is contributing to making construction a greener industry through the utilization of new technologies in its machinery. Mr. Hirano also discusses HCM’s international strategy amid the rapid growth of urbanization projects around the world. HCM already has a prominent presence in the US and Asia, where its reputation for high-quality and industry-leading technology has set it apart from competitors. For Mr. Hirano, the reputed ‘Made in Japan’ brand gives Japanese construction machinery manufacturers an edge over competitors on the international market.
In this interview, Hitachi Construction Machinery (HCM) president, Kotaro Hirano, explains how the company is contributing to making construction a greener industry through the utilization of new technologies in its machinery. Mr. Hirano also discusses HCM’s international strategy amid the rapid growth of urbanization projects around the world. HCM already has a prominent presence in the US and Asia, where its reputation for high-quality and industry-leading technology has set it apart from competitors. For Mr. Hirano, the reputed ‘Made in Japan’ brand gives Japanese construction machinery manufacturers an edge over competitors on the international market.
Established in 1883, Tobishima Corporation has played a vital role in building modern Japan for almost 140 years – overseeing a diverse number of iconic projects. Today, guided by its mid-term plan focusing on digital transformation, innovation, co-creation and building a ‘Smart Solution Service’ business, Tobishima continues to undertake important civil engineering and construction projects in Japan and abroad, across Asia and in Rwanda, Africa. We speak with president Masahiro Norikyo, who explains more about the company’s operations, its technologies such as e-Sense, and how Tobishima Corporation is today at the forefront of the construction industry’s shift to Industry 4.0
Established in 1883, Tobishima Corporation has played a vital role in building modern Japan for almost 140 years – overseeing a diverse number of iconic projects. Today, guided by its mid-term plan focusing on digital transformation, innovation, co-creation and building a ‘Smart Solution Service’ business, Tobishima continues to undertake important civil engineering and construction projects in Japan and abroad, across Asia and in Rwanda, Africa. We speak with president Masahiro Norikyo, who explains more about the company’s operations, its technologies such as e-Sense, and how Tobishima Corporation is today at the forefront of the construction industry’s shift to Industry 4.0
One Japanese company set to play a major role in major infrastructure drives in both the US and Southeast Asia over the coming years is Sakai Heavy Industries, which is a leading manufacturer of road construction machinery with a long-established presence in both regions. In this interview president, Ichiro Sakai, discusses the company’s plans for the global market, as well as Sakai’s high-performing machinery, such as its vibratory pneumatic tire rollers and high-frequency vibratory rollers, which were used in the paving of San Francisco International Airport.
One Japanese company set to play a major role in major infrastructure drives in both the US and Southeast Asia over the coming years is Sakai Heavy Industries, which is a leading manufacturer of road construction machinery with a long-established presence in both regions. In this interview president, Ichiro Sakai, discusses the company’s plans for the global market, as well as Sakai’s high-performing machinery, such as its vibratory pneumatic tire rollers and high-frequency vibratory rollers, which were used in the paving of San Francisco International Airport.
Established in 1958, leading infrastructure maintenance company SHO-BOND’s first major challenge came when it was tasked with supporting the reconstruction of bridges following a devastating earthquake in 1964. Since then, SHO-BOND has played an essential role in infrastructure maintenance and seismic strengthening in Japan, during which time its unrivalled technology, solutions and products (which include injection adhesive fillings, seismic resistant devices, pipe-fitting products and anti-seismic synthetic resin materials) have continued to evolve. In this interview, president, Tatsuya Kishimoto, discusses how the company’s proven track record in successfully applying its technologies to all types of infrastructures – regardless of size, weight and location – have ensured it remains the leader in its field.
Established in 1958, leading infrastructure maintenance company SHO-BOND’s first major challenge came when it was tasked with supporting the reconstruction of bridges following a devastating earthquake in 1964. Since then, SHO-BOND has played an essential role in infrastructure maintenance and seismic strengthening in Japan, during which time its unrivalled technology, solutions and products (which include injection adhesive fillings, seismic resistant devices, pipe-fitting products and anti-seismic synthetic resin materials) have continued to evolve. In this interview, president, Tatsuya Kishimoto, discusses how the company’s proven track record in successfully applying its technologies to all types of infrastructures – regardless of size, weight and location – have ensured it remains the leader in its field.
