[Case Study] Preparing for Flooding in Factories Due to Intense Rainfall with Foldable Flood Barriers

Anyone can easily, quickly, and conveniently implement flood prevention measures with the foldable water barrier F-shield.

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/

• Entrance/Exterior Doors
• Flood prevention facilities, fire tanks, and flood control ponds
• Other office supplies

Lightweight, quick, easy, and convenient flood prevention product compared to sandbags: Folding water barrier 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."

• Entrance/Exterior Doors
• Flood prevention facilities, fire tanks, and flood control ponds
• Other office supplies

Lightweight, quick, easy, and convenient flood prevention product compared to sandbags: Folding flood 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."

• Entrance/Exterior Doors
• Flood prevention facilities, fire tanks, and flood control ponds
• Other office supplies

Usable both during normal times and in emergencies! A shelter mat with three functions: wall cushioning material, floor mat, and partition!

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/

• Other flooring materials
• Other office supplies
• stretcher

The "HA-T Series" is an energy-saving automatic door sensor that opens only for those who want to enter, whether on a busy street or in a narrow passageway. The automatic door opens simply by bringing your hand close, addressing hygiene concerns even in facilities used by a large number of people. Depending on the application and installation location, you can choose between "Non-vision Mount Type/HA-T401" and "Non-vision Built-in Type/HA-T520." 【Recommended for such places!】 ☑ Entrance facing a busy passageway ☑ Presence of counters or signs near the door ☑ Buildings facing narrow passageways ☑ Buildings that prioritize aesthetics ☑ Hospitals and facilities that consider hygiene ☑ Large facilities with many doors 【Features】 ● Adaptable to various door types with four detection spot settings ● Reduces unnecessary opening and closing to minimize power consumption, contributing to energy-saving effects ● Equipped with a light touch function, allowing the door to open and close simply by waving your hand, ensuring hygiene ● Can also be used as a wide detection range non-vision infrared sensor ◎ For more details, please download the materials or contact us.

Our seminar, “Back-Office DX in the Era of Digital Salary Payments,” was featured on HAB News Squash (Hokuriku Asahi Broadcasting) This seminar was co-hosted by Kort Valuta Inc. and Schult Social Insurance & Labor Consultant Office, and was held on January 19, 2026, for companies based in Ishikawa Prefecture https://www.hab.co.jp/news/article/202601217724.php As cashless payments continue to expand, digital salary payments are gaining attention across Japan. The coverage highlights current challenges faced by regional SMEs, including limited information and know-how, as well as key considerations and benefits for implementation. ▶️The seminar video featured in the news is now available on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlHcFSTrFHM

Starting from January 2026, we are pleased to announce that by linking the measurement data collected on the "Fieldroid Cloud" with the BIM/CIM cloud "KOLC+" provided by Cork Inc., it has become possible to centrally display measurement data summaries on the digital twin. (Examples) Measurement of various environmental data using Cloud Logger LTE Forecasting wind speed, rainfall, and heat index using Signroid 2 Temperature and humidity measurement during concrete curing using Ondroid Slope monitoring using Guraloid Displacement measurement using the shape displacement measurement system "G-Gauge" The data measured by the above services is sent to the cloud, enabling graph displays and alert email notifications. With the implementation of the data linkage function, it is now possible to visualize the latest measurement data from the Fieldroid Cloud on the digital twin constructed in "KOLC+". For more details, please check the content on the linked page.

Regarding the "quotation" used at the forefront of sales activities: "Do we need to save everything when we revise it to Ver.1, Ver.2, etc., every time the amount or specifications change?" "Should we also keep the data from other companies that were not selected in competitive quotations?" Have you ever wondered about these questions? The Electronic Bookkeeping Act strictly demands the "authenticity" of data, but saving all processes is a significant burden for the field. This time, we will clearly explain the boundaries of the preservation obligation in a case study format, incorporating interpretations from the latest National Tax Agency Q&A. *You can read the full text from the note in the "Related Links." [Contents of this article] 1. The boundary of the preservation obligation lies in "sending to external parties." Items sent externally are "generally required to be preserved." Items that have not been sent externally have "no preservation obligation." 2. Judgment from the sending side: "Is it linked to a transaction?" 3. Judgment from the receiving side: "The perspective of the 'Corporate Tax Act' is important." ■ Note! "Version revisions" and "corrections/deletions" are different things. ■ A smart way to ensure reliable "version management." ■ Summary.

We plan to exhibit at the Disaster Prevention Industry Exhibition 2026, which will be held at Tokyo Big Sight in the last week of January. We will showcase products such as the "Electric Stair Climbing Human Cart," an electric stair climbing device that allows people to ascend and descend stairs while seated in a wheelchair. Please be sure to visit our booth. ------------------------------- Our booth number: 7B-38 ------------------------------- 【Dates】January 28 (Wednesday) to January 30 (Friday), 2026, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM 【Venue】Tokyo Big Sight, East Hall 【Admission Fee】Free for registered attendees, those with invitations, and junior high school students and younger. *For others, an admission fee of 1,000 yen will be charged.