古河電気工業 List of Products and Services

"MCPET / MCPOLYCA" is an ultra-fine foamed resin sheet that contains bubbles with a diameter of 10μm or less. With its fine bubble structure, it boasts one of the highest reflectivity levels in the world, and its high rigidity allows for secondary processing such as self-supporting bending and molding. Applications: It is used in a wide range of fields, including reflectors for LED and fluorescent lighting fixtures (office/store lighting, signage, plant factories, LCD displays, automotive interiors), and recently, there has been an increasing demand for indirect lighting applications. [Features for Indirect Lighting Applications] - Improved light quality (reduction of glare) - Enhanced light extraction efficiency by increasing the transmittance of the diffusion plate - Reduction of LED light sources - Thinning of fixtures *For more details, please refer to the materials. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

"Form Ace Eco" is an environmentally friendly roofing insulation material suitable for temporary fixing during installation, insulation for horizontal roofs, and temporary adhesion for sloped roofs. Since it comes with an adhesive, there is no need for spray adhesive application or management on-site, eliminating the deterioration of the work environment caused by solvent volatilization. Using a special adhesive allows for easy reapplication and reduces waste. 【Features】 ■ No adhesive required ■ No separator (release paper), so no waste is generated on-site ■ Easy to reapply and correct, preventing waste ■ Easy to remove immediately after application, facilitating separation from metal ■ Suitable for temporary fixing during installation and insulation for horizontal roofs *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

"Funen Ace" is a roof insulation material with a 30-minute fire resistance that features excellent characteristics such as thermal insulation, condensation prevention, fire resistance, and durability, thanks to its adoption of an independent bubble structure. It boasts outstanding thermal insulation, contributing to a comfortable indoor environment and energy-saving measures. It has almost no water absorption or moisture permeability, ensuring stable insulation performance. Lightweight and easy to thermally bond to metal sheets, it does not break or flake due to powdering. Additionally, it has excellent weather resistance and chemical resistance, making it resistant to acids and alkalis and very durable. 【Features】 ■ Excellent thermal insulation and stable insulation performance ■ Safe and non-polluting ■ Resistant to condensation ■ Easy to process and install, with a beautiful finish ■ Outstanding durability *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

"EF Cell" is a lightweight material that possesses rigidity, durability, and cushioning properties, used for packaging applications, cushioning materials, signage, stationery, and more. It is lightweight and rigid, with excellent heat resistance, water resistance, and chemical resistance. Additionally, it has excellent processability, allowing for punching, heat sealing, and adhesive processing. It features a soft and warm texture, and is suitable for screen, gravure, and offset printing. [Features] - Lightweight and strong - Beautiful appearance and excellent printability - Outstanding processability - High-performance eco-friendly, hygienic, and non-toxic - Anti-static treatment makes it resistant to dust and dirt *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

The "Skill-Free Evacuation Mat" is a foam polyethylene mat that has three functions: cushioning material, floor mat, and partition. During normal times, it functions as cushioning material to protect children and the elderly from injury by being attached to the walls of evacuation shelters without occupying storage space. On the other hand, during evacuation, it can be used as a floor mat or partition to ensure comfort, privacy, and social distancing, contributing to the improvement of the living environment in evacuation shelters. 【Features】 ■ High cushioning and a thickness of 30mm provide a comfortable seating experience! ■ High thermal insulation reduces cold from the ground! ■ High water resistance allows for washing! It is hygienic as it does not attract mold or insects! ■ Used as a partition to ensure privacy and prevent virus droplets! ■ Easy assembly by simply sticking Velcro together! Even children and foreigners can intuitively assemble it! ■ Usable as a kids' space or cushion for everyday use! Product HP: https://www.furukawa.co.jp/foam/mat/

This is a water barrier made by Furukawa Electric that replaces sandbags to prevent flooding damage from typhoons, floods, and sudden heavy rains. It can be stored compactly when folded during normal times. In the event of a disaster, it demonstrates excellent water-stopping ability and stability simply by placing three components on the ground. It can quickly respond to sudden flooding damage. 【Features】 ■ Easily and securely prevents flooding into buildings! - It has an excellent water-stopping performance with a height of 50 cm and a leakage rate of approximately 200 liters/(h·m²). (Note) This result is based on internal tests referring to JIS A 4716. (Note) The values are experimental values at a water level of 50 cm and are not guaranteed values. ■ Can be stored compactly and managed easily! - It can be folded and stored in shelves or narrow spaces, so it does not take up much space. ■ Anyone can easily and quickly transport and assemble it! - It can be quickly and easily installed in various locations such as in front of entrances, factories, underground parking lots, and garages without the need for construction. - It can be set up in about 2 minutes for a 2-meter opening. - It is lightweight, making it easy for women to carry. HP: https://www.furukawa.co.jp/foam/product/f-shield/

Mr. Kamiyama is involved in the management of two companies: Miyauchi Construction Co., Ltd., which is engaged in the construction industry, and Koshiki Fruit Garden Co., Ltd., which handles the production, processing, sales, and café operations of passion fruit. "The area around our company is at a low elevation, and the sea level can rise and fall repeatedly in a short time due to 'abiki,' causing the roads to flood. Three years ago, for the first time, we piled sandbags in front of the fruit processing factory, but it was a huge task. The occurrence happened around 8 PM, and I had been drinking, so I couldn't drive a truck. Therefore, I asked someone from work to transport the sandbags stored in the fire department's warehouse by car. 'Abiki' can raise the water level in about 30 minutes. I felt that it would be too late to go and get the sandbags and stack them." "The foldable water barrier F-shield takes up little space when stored folded and can be set up quickly. It is lightweight, making it easy for elderly women working in our processing factory to handle, and it looks better than sandbags, so it can be placed in visible areas without worry. I want to be well-prepared for sudden 'abiki' with the foldable water barrier F-shield."

**Expert in Power Distribution Board Manufacturing: Takahashi Electric Co., Ltd.** Mr. Watanabe works in the General Affairs Department of Takahashi Electric Co., Ltd., which is responsible for the manufacturing of power distribution boards that are indispensable in modern social infrastructure. **Risk of Rainwater Infiltration into the Factory! Safety Measures and Risk Management at the Sheet Metal Factory** "At the entrance of our sheet metal factory, a small hill forest is encroaching, and during typhoons or heavy rain, there is a risk that rainwater will flow from the forest into the factory entrance. Since there are expensive equipment such as laser processing machines inside the factory, it was necessary to implement risk management to prevent rainwater from entering the factory entrance. We considered stockpiling sandbags, but they are heavy and deteriorate quickly, causing the contents to spill out. Therefore, we concluded that sandbags were insufficient as a safety measure for the factory." **Preparing for Flood Damage to the Factory with the Folding Water Stop Board F-shield** "The folding water stop board F-shield is easy to handle because it is foldable, allowing for timely storage and movement. Additionally, its bright yellow color enhances visibility, which is also appealing. I appreciate its sturdiness compared to sandbags, making it more user-friendly."

【Features of F-Cell】 1. As it is a non-crosslinked product, it can be recycled. Molded products can be collected and re-extruded and molded again. 2. By foaming, the material density decreases, resulting in lightweight materials. 3. Foaming reduces the amount of plastic used. (Compared to solid products, 2x foamed products reduce by 50%, 3x foamed products reduce by about 67%, and 4x foamed products reduce by 75%.) 4. The entire lineup consists of environmentally friendly products made with recycled materials. (RC grade contains over 50% recycled material, and other grades contain over 20% recycled material.) 5. Green power is used during manufacturing. Combined with the use of recycled materials, CO2 emissions are reduced by 58% compared to our conventional products. (*Calculated using our own method)

Mr. Yamamoto is responsible for the overall safety management operations of the company in the Safety and Environmental Department of the Production Headquarters at Special Spring Industry Co., Ltd. "There are first-class rivers, the Inagawa and the Darokugawa, near our factory, and when typhoons or linear precipitation zones occur, there is a risk of these rivers flooding. In fact, a major typhoon passed through Hyogo Prefecture in 2018, and at that time, we were really on the brink of river flooding. Therefore, it was necessary to present a sufficient BCP (Business Continuity Plan) to our customer, the automobile manufacturers, in preparation for potential river flooding." "The foldable water stop board F-shield is lighter than sandbags, making it easy to transport and set up. Unlike sandbags, which require the cumbersome task of filling and emptying with water, it can be easily installed and stored just by locking the fittings." A new disaster prevention warehouse has been established right next to the factory's main gate, where the foldable water stop board F-shield is stored, ensuring that it can be set up immediately in case of an emergency." "I want to earn the trust of our customer, the automobile manufacturers, by presenting a sufficient BCP (Business Continuity Plan) in preparation for river flooding."

"Shield Ace" is a backing foam material for metal roofs that has heat and sound suppression effects. The radiation effect of aluminum foil can be expected to reduce temperatures in summer. Additionally, the mass effect of the aluminum foil and the constraints from covering the surface can also be expected to reduce noise, such as rain sounds. It can be laminated and molded in the same way as general backing insulation materials. 【Features】 ■ Excellent heat shielding effect ■ Noise reduction effect ■ Can be laminated and molded in the same way as general backing insulation materials *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Distribution Title: Development of Polyethylene Foam with Reduced Outgassing and Odor Emission Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. has developed polyethylene foam that reduces outgassing and odor emission. This developed product is expected to be applied in packaging and cushioning materials in fields such as medical, cosmetics, and semiconductors, where consideration for additives and odors is necessary. [Overview] - Developed polyethylene foam that reduces outgassing and odor emission by utilizing technology and knowledge from composition development. - Expected applications in packaging and cushioning materials in medical, cosmetics, and semiconductor fields where consideration for additives and odors is necessary. - Offers a wide range of products from low to high magnification, allowing for flexible use with secondary processing. *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more information.