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.

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-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.