Otsuka Chemical has started publishing "KATACHI Story Column Articles." The use of 3D printers has become an essential technology in promoting DX (digital transformation) in the manufacturing industry. Among them, "carbon filament (CF filament)" is gaining wide attention for its excellent properties of high strength and lightweight, being used in prototype development, jig manufacturing, and even the production of final products. However, many may be wondering, "How is it different from regular filament?" "Is it suitable for our applications?" "How should we choose it?" This article will thoroughly explain the basic knowledge of carbon filament, its specific properties, and key points for selection. Please check the details from the related links below.

Otsuka Chemical has started publishing "KATACHI Story Column Articles." In the manufacturing industry, materials that can demonstrate stable performance even in harsh environments are in demand. Super engineering plastics (super engineering plastics) excel in heat resistance, chemical resistance, and mechanical strength, and are utilized in applications that meet high demands, such as automotive, aerospace, medical, robotics, and semiconductor manufacturing equipment. This article will explain the basic knowledge of super engineering plastics, their main types, each of their characteristics, and processing methods. Please check the details from the related links below.

Otsuka Chemical has started publishing "KATACHI Story Column Articles." In recent years, as devices have become smaller and more functional, compact gearboxes that achieve precise movements have become indispensable. Especially in fields such as robotics and medical devices, where high precision and space-saving are required, it is no exaggeration to say that their performance significantly affects the overall quality of the products. This article will explain specific use cases in a wide range of fields, including robots, medical devices, and drones, as well as the benefits and challenges brought about by miniaturization. If you are looking for the most suitable compact gearbox for your company, this is a must-read. Please check the details from the related links below.

Otsuka Chemical has started publishing "KATACHI Story column articles." This article will clearly explain the unique gear mechanism, covering its basic definition, how it works, and how it differs from other gears. By understanding the overall picture of worm gears, you can use this information as a reference for selecting the optimal gear. Please check the details from the related links below.

Otsuka Chemical has started publishing "KATACHI Story Column Articles." For products and equipment used outdoors or in harsh environments, paints that maintain aesthetics and functionality over long periods are essential. In this context, "weather-resistant paints" play a crucial role. However, there are various types and grades of weather-resistant paints, and appropriate selection according to the application is required. This article explains the basic concepts of weather-resistant paints, their types, and how to choose the right grade. Please check the details from the related links below.

Otsuka Chemical has started publishing "KATACHI Story Column Articles." Ultraviolet absorbers (UV absorbers) are used in various products around us, such as plastic products, cosmetics, and paints. They have become an indispensable additive as they protect materials from degradation and discoloration caused by ultraviolet rays. However, there may be few people who fully understand the types and characteristics of UV absorbers, as well as the appropriate selection methods. This article explains the basic mechanisms of UV absorbers, key component names, advantages and disadvantages, etc. Please use it as a reference material to achieve both product quality improvement and cost optimization. For more details, please check the related links below.

Otsuka Chemical has started publishing "KATACHI Story Column Articles." Many people may be struggling with the selection of resins for gears. This article explains the basic definitions and roles of resin gears, as well as specific applications. It is a must-read for those who want to choose the most suitable resin for gears, including Otsuka Chemical's Pochicon. Please check the details from the related links below.

Otsuka Chemical has started publishing "KATACHI Story Column Articles." One of the major factors contributing to product degradation in the manufacturing industry is the impact of ultraviolet (UV) rays. Many cases are observed where plastic products, textile products, and painted surfaces discolor and deteriorate due to UV exposure, leading to a decline in product quality and customer complaints. The solution to such challenges is the addition of UV absorbers to coatings. This article will explain UV absorber-added coatings that address the aforementioned challenges, covering everything from the basic mechanisms to specific effects and how to choose the right one. Please check the details from the related links below.

Otsuka Chemical has started publishing "KATACHI Story column articles." Column 3: "What is PEEK Processing? A Comprehensive Explanation from Basic Properties to Processing Precautions and Selection Points" PEEK is increasingly adopted in various fields such as medical, aerospace, and semiconductors due to its excellent heat resistance, chemical resistance, and mechanical strength. However, its high performance also makes processing challenging, requiring advanced technology and specialized knowledge for precision part manufacturing. This article provides information to help manufacturers successfully process PEEK, covering its basic properties, processing precautions, and points for selecting the optimal processing partner. For more details, please visit our company's website's KATACHI Story through the related link.

Our company has started a contract manufacturing business. We are equipped with advanced facilities, including equipment for manufacturing Class 5 hazardous materials under the Fire Service Act, low-temperature reaction vessels capable of handling -25°C, and centrifuges with Ti lining. With the technological expertise cultivated as a global company in hydrazine, we provide consistent support from research and development to mass production.

Otsuka Chemical Co., Ltd. will jointly exhibit with Toyama Film at the "16th High-Functionality Materials Week, Plastic Japan, Film Tech Japan" held at Makuhari Messe. This exhibition is one of the largest comprehensive exhibitions in the world for high-functionality materials, recycling technology, laser technology, and electronic displays. We plan to showcase specific use cases and contract manufacturing related to our functional polymers "TERPLUS," functional inorganic materials "TISMO," white conductive fillers "DENTALL," functional resin composite materials "POTICON," resin composite materials for 3D printers "POTICON FILAMENT," precision molded parts "POTICON GEAR," and sheet materials for semiconductor inspection jigs "POTICON PLATE," among others. We look forward to your visit.

Otsuka Chemical has started publishing "KATACHI Story column articles." Otsuka Chemical has previously provided "materials" in forms such as powders and liquids, before they become parts. From now on, we will continue to take on new challenges beyond our previous business scope by leveraging the power of materials and our core technologies. One initiative launched as part of this is the "KATACHI Business." This goes beyond mere material sales; by transforming materials into product groups like parts, we create new value. This new endeavor is referred to as "KATACHI Business." In our promoted "KATACHI Business," we provide comprehensive solutions aimed at solving our customers' challenges, not just material provision. Second column: "Basic Knowledge of Super Engineering Plastics Processing! Applications, Types, Heat Resistance Temperatures, etc." We will provide a detailed explanation of the basics of super engineering plastics processing, their diverse types, each of their heat resistance temperatures, and specific applications in a wide range of fields, including the semiconductor and electronic components industries. For more details, please visit our company's website's KATACHI Story through the related link.

Otsuka Chemical has started publishing "KATACHI Story column articles." Otsuka Chemical has provided "materials" in powder and liquid forms, among others, before they become components. From now on, we will continue to take on new challenges beyond our previous business scope by leveraging the power of materials and our core technologies. As part of this initiative, we have launched "KATACHI Business." This goes beyond mere material sales; by transforming materials into product groups like components, we aim to create new value. This new endeavor is called "KATACHI Business." In our "KATACHI Business," we provide comprehensive solutions aimed at solving customer challenges, not just material supply. First column: "What types of resin sheets are there? An explanation of easy-to-process materials and plastic sheets." In this commemorative first issue, we provide detailed information useful in manufacturing settings, from the basics of resin sheets to practical processing techniques. For more details, please visit our company's website's KATACHI Story through the related link.

Otsuka Chemical Co., Ltd. has recently developed a new separation membrane device for the purification process in antibody drug manufacturing as a result of its alliance agreement with Toyobo Co., Ltd. By adopting this separation membrane device instead of the conventional column chromatography method, it is possible to reduce the number of steps in the purification process by one-fourth, contributing to increased productivity. Sample provision for pharmaceutical manufacturers and research institutions began at the end of April. Antibody drugs are pharmaceuticals that utilize antibodies with the property of binding to specific antigens. They can be designed to target and attack cells or molecules with antigens that cause diseases, offering high therapeutic effects and reduced side effects. The market is expected to expand at an annual rate of approximately 15% until 2030.

Otsuka Chemical Co., Ltd. has recently jointly developed a virus removal membrane for the purification process in the manufacturing of biopharmaceuticals as a result of its alliance agreement with Toyobo Co., Ltd. By suppressing membrane clogging through Toyobo's unique membrane fabrication technology and our polymer technology, the permeation rate of the drug solution per unit time has increased to approximately twice that of Toyobo's conventional products. This has allowed us to reduce the processing time in the virus removal step to less than one-third, contributing to improved productivity. Starting at the end of April, we have begun providing samples to pharmaceutical manufacturers and research institutions.

Otsuka Chemical and its joint development partner U.M.I exhibited their jointly developed sheet material "Polysera" for the first time at the 15th Fine Processing EXPO, a specialized exhibition for micro and precision processing technology, held at Tokyo Big Sight for three days starting January 22, 2025. For detailed news, please check the "Related Links" below.

Otsuka Chemical co-exhibited with Toyama Film at the High-Performance Materials Week (Plastic Japan and Film Tech Japan) held at Makuhari Messe from October 29 (Tuesday) to 31 (Thursday), 2024. During the exhibition, we were interviewed by Editor-in-Chief Matsumoto of the comprehensive plastic media 'PlaBase'! For detailed news, please check the "Related Links" below.

We will be showcasing Polysera, jointly developed by Otsuka Chemical and U.M.I., for the first time at this exhibition. Polysera not only features excellent microfabrication capabilities, characteristic of POTICON board materials, but also possesses high dielectric strength, making it suitable for inspection jigs for electronic components such as semiconductors that require fine and precise processing. We invite you to stop by and see it!

We are pleased to announce a free webinar themed "The Cutting Edge of Resin 3D Printing Technology." Our speakers will include Professor Endo from Tokyo University of Science, Mr. Yamaguchi from GUTENBERG, and Mr. Inada from Otsuka Chemical. There will also be a Q&A session on the day of the event. In particular, Professor Endo's presentation will be an excellent opportunity to learn about the latest applications and challenges of resin 3D printer technology. This is a must-see for anyone interested in resin 3D printing technology. We sincerely look forward to your participation.

Otsuka Chemical Co., Ltd. will co-host a webinar with Toyama Film on the theme of "Future Trends in In-Vehicle and Mobile Displays." We will organize the requirements and corresponding technologies needed for mobile displays based on examples glimpsed from events such as exhibitions and conferences held around the world, and look at the future direction of the market. Additionally, we will introduce the anti-glare reflective film for in-vehicle displays that utilizes the "low haze technology for anti-glare performance" developed by Toyama Film, as well as the exhibition content from Functional Materials Week, Film Tech Japan, and Plastic Japan. We sincerely look forward to your participation.

At the High-Performance Materials Week, Otsuka Chemical and Higashiyama Film will jointly exhibit at Plastic Japan and Film Tech Japan! Otsuka Chemical will showcase specific use cases utilizing functional polymers "TERPLUS," functional inorganic materials "TISMO" and "DENTALL," functional resin composite materials "POTICON," rubber additives "ACROAD," and 3D printer resin composite materials "POTICON FILAMENT." Higashiyama Film will present exhibits related to AR (anti-reflective) films and non-silicone separator films. We look forward to your visit!

High-Performance Materials Week: Otsuka Chemical and Higashiyama Film will jointly exhibit at Plastic Japan and Film Tech Japan! Otsuka Chemical will showcase specific use cases utilizing functional polymers "TERPLUS," functional inorganic materials "TISMO" and "DENTALL," functional resin composite materials "POTICON," rubber additives "ACROAD," and 3D printer resin composite materials "POTICON FILAMENT." Higashiyama Film will exhibit AR (anti-reflective) films and non-silicone separator films. We look forward to your visit!

Otsuka Chemical Co., Ltd. offers pharmaceutical CDMO services. Utilizing organic synthesis technology cultivated over many years in pharmaceutical manufacturing, we provide a consistent service from special raw materials to intermediates and mid-sized active pharmaceutical ingredients. With over 60 years of experience in halogenation technology and our unique catalyst development technology, we respond to diverse needs. Please feel free to contact us when you need our services. 【Features】 ■ High pharmacological activity (OEB Category 4) with solid-phase synthesis/flow synthesis capabilities Newly established GMP-compliant multipurpose plant ■ Providing consistent services from special raw materials to intermediates and mid-sized active pharmaceutical ingredients ■ Meeting diverse needs through halogenation technology and unique catalyst development technology

We are pleased to announce that Otsuka Chemical will be hosting a web seminar (webinar). This webinar, titled "The Needs and Development Directions of Functional Composite Materials Required for the Next Generation," will feature Professor Hiroshi Kageyama from the Graduate School of Engineering at Kanazawa Institute of Technology as the main speaker. Additionally, Mr. Moriyuki Yokoyama from Kawasaki Techno Research Co., Ltd., a materials consulting firm, will give a presentation on "Development Trends of CFRTP in Europe." Finally, Otsuka Chemical will discuss "The Characteristics of Composite Materials and Our Efforts to Address New Needs." 【Program】 ■1. Professor Hiroshi Kageyama, Kanazawa Institute of Technology Outlook on Composite Materials for Automobiles - Expectations and Challenges - (45 minutes) ■2. Mr. Moriyuki Yokoyama, Kawasaki Techno Research Co., Ltd. Accelerating Production Technology Development of Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Reinforced Composites (CFRTP) in Europe (30 minutes) ■3. Kousuke Inada, Otsuka Chemical Characteristics of Otsuka Chemical's Functional Composite Materials and Our Efforts to Address New Needs (30 minutes) ■4. Q&A (to be conducted via chat) (15 minutes) For inquiries regarding the webinar: Occ.webinar@otsuka.jp