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Easy editing of STL data used in 3D printing to your desired shape! Contract services are also available! ★Case studies for problem-solving are being offered!★

★For those struggling with editing STL data used in 3D printing and modeling★ 'S-Generator' allows you to correct surface irregularities, unwanted holes, and distorted curves in STL data, as well as reduce the number of triangles, fix duplicates and open edges, and even adjust dimensions and volume. You can edit STL data to create beautiful and desired shape data that can be immediately utilized with a 3D printer. We also offer a trial version that allows you to use all features and contract services. Please feel free to contact us! ★Case studies for problem-solving are currently being offered★ Please check the PDF download for more details on other products.

• Other Software

A perfect introductory software for phase optimization for those who are just starting optimization or for students!

OPTISHAPE-ES is a topology optimization program designed for beginners in optimization. It also offers simple layout suggestions as one of the design ideas for your project. With its integrated pre-post capabilities, both condition setup and analysis execution can be operated very easily. The topology optimization technology of the structural optimization software OPTISHAPE-TS has been improved for beginners, and by selecting essential features, it is available for free download from the product site. *Element limit: 7,000. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Scientific Calculation and Simulation Software

One-click generation of solid models! Responding to practical needs in the design field.

"HiramekiWorks" is a structural optimization design software that boasts achievements in the manufacturing industry, equipped with both "Topology Optimization" and "Shape Optimization" functions as an add-in product for the 3D CAD SOLIDWORKS. Using the analysis conditions set in SOLIDWORKS, you can complete everything from running the analysis to importing the result model with just one click. Why not try designing something that has never been done before with our software, which incorporates unique know-how? 【Features】 ■ Easy optimization in a familiar environment ■ Addresses practical needs such as weight reduction and stress reduction under various conditions ■ Automatically generates solid models of optimization results ■ Use the geometry editor for solid models that are more suitable for analysis *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Architectural Design Software

In the automotive and machinery manufacturing industry, we have numerous achievements! We offer contracted analysis such as design support using our own products.

We accept commissioned analysis for design support using our own products. Our experienced technical staff can handle everything from model and data creation to analysis and report preparation. If you are working on optimization or exploring image processing, modeling, and analysis from 3D printer fabrication or CT scan data, please make use of our services. 【Flow of Commissioned Analysis/Development】 ■ Inquiry ■ Technical Meeting ■ Quotation ■ Implementation of Analysis/Development ■ Conducting a Reporting Session *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Drawing, tracing, CAD

We propose suitable forms that meet various requirements! For initial design plans and improvements to existing structures.

"OPTISHAPE-TS" is software that assists in the research, development, and design of automotive parts, electrical equipment, construction machinery, and more. With its topology optimization feature, it presents new design proposals that capture the essence of mechanics. It also expands design ideas based on the results obtained, enabling early concept and early design realization. We promise to improve current processes through cost reduction and quality enhancement, from shortening development and manufacturing periods to reducing costs. [Features] ■ Proposes the ideal "shape of things" through structural optimization ■ Improves current processes through cost reduction and quality enhancement ■ Guarantees reduction in development and manufacturing periods as well as cost reduction ■ Utilized in various situations, from the initial design phase to the improvement of existing shapes *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other Software

Easily edit STL data and output to high-precision CAD data! Significantly improve work efficiency ★ Case study collection available ★

The "S-Generator" is software for various editing of STL data and for generating high-precision CAD data based on its shape. By using the STL editing functions aimed at producing high-quality CAD models, it is possible to make modifications suitable for structural optimization results, such as smoothing shapes while considering their characteristics, correcting unwanted holes and irregular curves, and adjusting sizes while maintaining arcs. Additionally, it can significantly contribute to the creation of clean STL data for use with 3D printers. It also connects different analysis software and functions, expanding the scope of analysis tasks. 【Features】 ■ Modifications suitable for structural optimization results, such as smoothing shapes while considering their characteristics ■ The generated CAD data can be used as solid models in various CAD software ■ It can significantly contribute to the creation of clean STL data for use with 3D printers ■ It can be used for analyses that are difficult to achieve with STL data from structural optimization results alone ■ Efficiently connects optimized shapes to subsequent tasks ★ Case studies available ★ Please take a look from the PDF download.

• Drawing, tracing, CAD

Improve work efficiency with a dedicated GUI! Efficiently analyze multiple challenges such as performance, cost, and safety.

"AMDESS" is a general-purpose parameter optimization software aimed at enabling easy and quick optimization. It can be easily executed using an Excel-based interface, automating input and output to enhance design improvements and decision-making efficiency. By using approximate models for the relationships between multiple parameter responses, it derives suitable values that meet various requirements, providing hints to designers. 【Features】 ■ Sequentially updated response surface method ■ Dedicated GUI/interface for improved work efficiency ■ Compatible with various pre-post and solvers ■ Recommended for nonlinear problems *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other Software

Easy modeling of any shape! 3D editing, analysis, measurement, and material property calculation of CT images based on images.

"VOXELCON" is a powerful image-based structural analysis software that directly models and utilizes CT images obtained from physical objects and STL data from CAD for analysis and measurement. It is equipped with a variety of reverse engineering functions as structural analysis and measurement features. It is effective in various scenarios, from cast products to composite materials, and from the design stage to quality control. Additionally, voxel segmentation is ultra-fast, capable of creating a mesh of 100 million voxels in just a few seconds, and is extremely robust, resulting in very few failures. 【Features】 ■ Direct use of physical data ■ Various reverse engineering functions ■ Ultra-fast and robust voxel segmentation ■ Large-scale solver included ■ Cutting-edge multi-scale analysis *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Analysis and prediction system

As a pioneer in structural optimization, we have numerous achievements in the manufacturing industry! We handle everything from data creation to report preparation according to your challenges and objectives ★ A collection of case studies on problem-solving will be provided ★

We accept commissioned analysis for design support using our own products. If you are working on structural optimization, such as lightweight design, improving strength, or addressing vibration issues, and are facing challenges with your approach, or if you are exploring image processing, modeling, and analysis from 3D printer fabrication or CT scan data, our experienced technical staff can handle everything from model and data creation to analysis and report preparation (of course, we can also assist with just a part of the process). If you have any concerns, please feel free to contact us. It is perfectly fine if your issues are vague and you haven't determined specific details yet. We will discuss the details thoroughly and propose methods that align with your needs. ◎ Main Achievements - Various lightweight designs - Strength improvement - Reverse engineering - Avoidance of resonance - Numerical alignment - Warpage deformation suppression - Weld control - Noise and vibration reduction - CAD model generation for optimized shapes - Reinforcement design - Reduction of model creation man-hours - Optimization of plastic molding conditions - Editing STL data for 3D printer fabrication And many more. ★ We are currently offering a collection of case studies that have solved various challenges ★ Available for PDF download.

• Other analytical equipment

2025 Drainage Treatment Course We are offering three courses online: Basic Law, Basic Management, and Knowledge Enhancement! This year, the courses are scheduled for May, July, September, November, and January 2025. Applications are currently being accepted. We look forward to your application.

The 34th Environmental Forum will be held on Thursday, June 5, 2025. The Environmental Forum is an event organized by our company in June, which is Environment Month, to encourage many people to think about environmental issues. [Content] Coastal areas that have increased biological productivity and biodiversity due to human involvement are referred to as "satoumi" (satoumi means "sea of the village"). In Part 1, we will introduce what satoumi creation is and how it is developed, using real examples. Additionally, various conservation activities for biodiversity are being carried out in different forms, starting with satoumi creation. In Part 2, we will discuss the current status and future prospects of biodiversity conservation, starting from satoumi. Participation is free of charge. [How to Participate] ZOOM Webinar or Wink Aichi (venue) [Program] 13:30 Opening Remarks 13:45 Part 1: Creating Satoumi Aiming for Coexistence of "People" and "Nature" 14:45 Break 15:00 Part 2: The "Present" and "Future" of Biodiversity 16:00 Part 3: Q&A Session 16:30 Closing Remarks

We are pleased to announce the archive distribution of our seminar titled "Easily Create User-Friendly Manuals for Both People and Generative AI with StockNaut." We will provide a clear explanation of the kintone plugin "StockNaut," which allows you to write text while pasting multiple images into a multi-line text field. The "Markdown syntax" adopted by StockNaut enables the creation of text that is easy for both people and generative AI to read. By combining generative AI, you can experience the benefits of StockNaut at 120%! If you are having trouble with document creation, including manuals, we look forward to your participation. 【Timetable】 - Introduction to StockNaut - Introduction of internal use cases at FCS - Demonstration of the combined use of StockNaut and generative AI - Q&A session We look forward to your applications.

Silex will exhibit at the "Embedded Edge IoT Development EXPO [Spring]" held at Tokyo Big Sight from April 8 (Wednesday) to April 10 (Friday), 2026, showcasing next-generation wireless and edge AI solutions that integrate our long-developed connectivity technology with the latest edge AI, under the theme of "Uninterrupted Wireless + Edge AI Technology."

Nitto Kohki will exhibit at the "Data Center EXPO" held at Makuhari Messe Hall 1 from Wednesday, October 23 to Friday, October 25. [Booth Number: A6-23] At this exhibition, we will showcase the "Compact Zero Spill Coupler," which is specifically designed for data centers, including supercomputers. We will also present the "Blind Mate Type," a fitting exclusively for server cooling piping, as a reference exhibit.