KAWASAKI/一般社団法人大匠の会 List of News Articles

We will be showcasing our resin formwork "Daiko Panel" made from recycled plastic! We will be exhibiting at the "Business Chance EXPO in TOKYO" organized by the Tokyo Chamber of Commerce and Industry. In the construction industry, the shortage of skilled workers and aging workforce are significant challenges, making labor-saving and improving work efficiency critical issues. Our Daiko Association proposes the "Daiko Panel," a resin formwork utilizing recycled plastic, as one option to address these challenges on construction sites. ■ This product is especially recommended for companies that: - Are facing labor shortages in formwork construction and the aging of skilled workers - Are considering labor-saving and efficiency improvements in on-site work - Are looking for reusable formwork materials - Want to incorporate new construction methods and materials - Are interested in environmentally friendly construction materials We look forward to exchanging information with a wide range of participants, including formwork contractors, construction companies, design firms, and material-related businesses. We will introduce the features and applications of the Daiko Panel while you view the actual product. Please feel free to reach out to us at the venue. We sincerely look forward to your visit.

Recently, Daisho Panel has been featured in the "Estimation Materials Public Price Edition August 2026." Special Feature: "Parks, Greening, and Sports Facilities - Carbon Neutrality and Construction: Technologies for Coexisting with the Environment" Advertisement published in the [Resource Recycling] category (P.141) Public price listed for common material "19 Formwork Material" (Daisho Panel) As a result, in addition to the product information for Daisho Panel, you can now also check the public prices. Daisho Panel contributes to resource recycling and labor-saving in construction as a lightweight, easy-to-install, and reusable resin formwork. Please take a look at the "Estimation Materials Public Price Edition August 2026."

~As an environmentally friendly material contributing to the decarbonization of construction sites and Scope 3 reduction~ KAWASAKI Corporation has obtained an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for our resin formwork "Daiko Panel," which we manufacture and sell. With this acquisition, the environmental impact (such as CO2 emissions) from raw material procurement to the manufacturing process has been objectively quantified and verified based on international standards (ISO 14025, EN 15804+A2). In the construction industry, visualizing and reducing CO2 emissions (Scope 3) during material procurement has become urgent. The "Daiko Panel" has a lower environmental impact compared to traditional formwork and is a reusable circular material. With this EPD acquisition, you can utilize substantiated numerical data for selecting materials for your environmentally conscious construction projects and for obtaining environmental certifications such as ZEB/ZEH. We will continue to strongly support the labor-saving and decarbonization efforts at construction sites. [Contact Information] KAWASAKI Corporation / General Incorporated Association Daiko no Kai

In the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's Building Environmental Planning System, the Daisho Panel is a resin formwork related to the subcategory of "sustainable low-carbon materials" under the category of "appropriate use of resources," specifically in the area of "materials for structures, sustainable formwork use, and ozone layer protection." As a reusable resin formwork, it contributes to the effective utilization of resources, while its rib-integrated structure reduces the need for installing and processing battens, thereby streamlining construction. Additionally, the assembly using clips allows for easy vertical and horizontal adjustments, leading to improved workability. Not only does it consider environmental factors, but it is also proposed as a formwork solution that supports efficiency in processes and multi-skilled labor in construction sites, where labor shortages are a challenge.

Recently, I completed my presentation at the interim report meeting for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's "Decarbonization Support Project in the Supply Chain for the Creation of a Green Product Market" (held on May 20). I would like to thank the over 200 attendees, including those who joined online, for their participation. The archived video of the presentation and the presentation materials have now been made publicly available on the official website of this project. This project involves the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) providing expert support to companies selected for their efforts in decarbonization by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. In the presentation, I introduced specific initiatives on how to enhance CO2 reduction across the entire supply chain, using the CFP calculation results of our plastic formwork "Daiko Panel" and its auxiliary materials as a reference. For those who were unable to view the presentation on the day, I encourage you to take this opportunity to watch the video and review the materials. (The video and materials can be accessed via the related links at the bottom of the page.)

Kawasaki Corporation (Headquarters: Tokyo) is pleased to announce that we will be presenting at the interim report meeting for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's "Decarbonization Support Project in the Supply Chain for the Creation of a Green Product Market," which will be held on May 20, 2026. At this report meeting, we will present the CO2 reduction effects of our environmentally friendly plastic formwork "Daiko Panel," which we have conceived, developed, manufactured, and sold, along with our efforts toward greening, including related auxiliary materials. [Overview of the Presentation] Theme: Utilizing CFP to enhance CO2 reduction of "Daiko Panel" and promote greening across the entire supply chain. Main Content: Introducing our initiatives for CO2 reduction based on the background of our application for this project and the CFP calculation results for "Daiko Panel" and its auxiliary materials. [Presentation Date and Time] Date and Time of the Interim Report Meeting: May 20, 2026 (Wednesday) from 15:00 to 17:00 Details of the Interim Report Meeting and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's project: Decarbonization Support in the Supply Chain for the Creation of a Green Product Market https://www.cfp-sc.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/

Kawasaki Corporation (Headquarters: Tokyo) is pleased to announce that it will participate in the interim report meeting for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's "Decarbonization Support Project in the Supply Chain for the Creation of a Green Products Market," which will be held on May 20, 2026. At this meeting, we will present the CO2 reduction effects of our environmentally friendly plastic formwork "Daiko Panel," which we have conceived, developed, manufactured, and sold, along with our initiatives towards greening, including related auxiliary materials. [Overview of the Presentation] Theme: Utilizing CFP to enhance CO2 reduction of "Daiko Panel" and promote greening throughout the entire supply chain. Main Content: Introducing initiatives aimed at CO2 reduction, referencing the background of our application for this project and the CFP calculation results for "Daiko Panel" and its auxiliary materials. [Presentation Date and Time] Interim report meeting: May 20, 2026 (Wednesday) from 15:00 to 17:00 Details of the interim report meeting and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's project: Decarbonization support in the supply chain for the creation of a green products market https://www.cfp-sc.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/

We bring you the latest information on the plastic formwork "Daisho Panel," which addresses decarbonization and labor shortages in the construction industry. ■Features of Daisho Panel 1. Made of polypropylene, it can be reused over 50 times, with durability about 10 times that of plywood. 2. A circular material that does not use forest resources and does not create waste disposal issues. 3. Lightweight and rib-processed, making it easy to handle for foreign workers and those with less experience. 4. Certified as "Green Purchasing Law compliant," "NETIS registered," and "Eco Mark certified." ■Purpose of Obtaining EPD We plan to obtain EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) in February. By objectively visualizing environmental performance, we will strongly support general contractors in their efforts to reduce Scope 3 (supply chain emissions). As an alternative material to plywood formwork, we can provide high environmental performance. We are currently receiving numerous inquiries about considering it as the standard construction method for the next fiscal year, pending data acquisition in February. Along with the completion of the acquisition, we also accept requests for individual CO2 reduction simulations. For those responsible for decarbonized housing, public works, and large-scale developments who require specific environmental performance, please do not hesitate to contact us.