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It has become possible to measure gel time while the sheets are in the form of glass fiber prepreg, carbon fiber prepreg, and so on.

Until now, it has been difficult to measure ultra-thin prepreg sheets and carbon fiber prepreg sheets, but it is now possible to measure gel time while keeping them in sheet form. Measurement of liquids and powders is also possible. - Direct measurement of sheet materials eliminates the need for powdering PCB prepreg. Direct measurement of PCB prepreg, carbon prepreg, etc. is possible. Measurement of RCC (resin-coated copper foil) is also possible. - Measurement from thin to thick materials with a single sheet. Supports from 10μm ultra-thin prepreg to thick non-woven fabrics. - Measurement of powder and liquid samples that were difficult with the stirring torque method. Broad compatibility with samples containing high-filled fillers, anaerobic samples, gel-like samples, etc. - Visualization of curing behavior through graphs. Calculates and graphs viscosity, phase difference, shear modulus, etc., from the measured stress. - Measurement of the viscoelasticity of fluids. Rheological measurement of non-Newtonian fluids such as samples that do not cure. - You can check stress, viscosity, and phase data. Download the catalog here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/catalogs/ For product details, click here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/products/gel-time-tester/

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Accurately measure gel time! You can easily create control charts, histograms, and Pareto charts from statistical data.

To conduct effective and accurate analysis in the manufacturing field, it is important to objectively analyze actual data rather than relying on the experience or intuition of the measurer. The gel time measurement device "Madoka" can measure gel time with high reproducibility, eliminating the need for skilled techniques. Statistical methods can be employed to improve the efficiency of quality control operations. Challenges in Gel Time Measurement ■ Skilled techniques are required for measurement → By simply selecting the registered measurement conditions, the same results can be obtained regardless of the skill level of the person measuring. ■ Standardization of measurement criteria is difficult → Automatic measurement allows for operation under the same conditions between factories and suppliers. ■ It takes time to compile the vast amount of data measured By utilizing dedicated software, management charts, Pareto charts, and histograms for the necessary resins and lots/periods can be easily created. Download the catalog here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/catalogs/ For product details, click here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/products/madoka/

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It is possible to measure the thermal conductivity, thermal resistance, and interfacial thermal resistance of TIMs in thin films of less than 50μm in conditions close to actual products.

The measurement samples (gel-like liquids, sheets, solids) are measured between two metal test heads with known thermal conductivity (aluminum or copper) in the shape of a cylinder or rectangular prism. The temperature gradient ΔT and heat flow Q in the sample are measured, and the effective thermal resistance Rtheff is determined. By changing the thickness of the sample while applying pressure and repeating the measurements, the thermal conductivity (W/m·K), thermal resistivity (mm²·K/W), and interfacial thermal resistivity (mm²·K/W) of the sample can be calculated using the formulas and graphs below. TIMA5 is a groundbreaking device that can control the sample thickness (gap), pressure, or sample temperature for measurements. Download the catalog here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/catalogs/ For product details, click here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/products/thermal-interface-material-analyzer/

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Test coater suitable for research and development of functional paper, functional films, and printed electronics.

The roll-to-roll pilot coater "VCML" is a multifunctional test coater capable of printing, coating, and laminating on flexible materials such as films, roll paper, and metal foils. 【Features】 ■ Supports over 12 types of printing/coating/laminating with head exchange ■ Compact size (with built-in control panel) Machine dimensions: 2.5m (L) × 1m (W) × 1.8m (H), web width 300mm (max) ■ Sample coating possible from just a few hundred cc of material, allowing easy sampling from several meters to hundreds of meters ■ Easy operation with a color touch panel ■ Easy cantilever-style exchange for unwind and rewind shafts ■ Dryer options available (hot air drying / IR / UV) ■ Internet option available for remote diagnosis of the machine Download the catalog here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/catalogs/ For product details, click here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/products/vcml/

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A tabletop automatic printing test machine capable of gravure printing, flexo printing, bar coating, and full coating/lamination through head replacement.

The tabletop multi-coater has arrived, enhancing operability and reproducibility while maintaining its traditional multi-functionality! 【Features】 ■ By changing the head, you can easily perform bar coating, gravure, gravure offset, flexo printing, and lamination. ■ Coating and printing are possible up to A3 size. ■ Anyone can achieve precise coating without any deviation easily. ■ You can create samples that correlate with the production line using a small amount of ink, reducing waste of expensive materials. ■ Printing and lamination can be done on any flexible substrate, including paper, film, and metal foil. ■ You can print and compare two or more types of ink simultaneously, allowing for alignment for overprinting. ■ Equipped with a touch panel for user-friendly operation. Demonstrations are currently being accepted at the Shin-Yokohama demo room! Download the catalog here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/catalogs/ For product details, click here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/products/k303-multi-coater/

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Ideal for reproducible sample production with easy operation. Widely applicable for inks, paints, adhesives, and more.

- Coating can be done with easy setup. - Since tests can be conducted with a small amount of ink, it reduces waste of expensive materials. - It is ideal for research and development, including quality control, print suitability testing, and computer color matching. - You can control pressure and speed, allowing for the creation of highly reproducible samples. - Bars can be supplied up to 400-500um (wet film thickness). - Optional gap applicators and K-Rocks (flexographic printing) are available. ★ Testing is currently available at the Shin-Yokohama demo room! Online demos and demo machine rentals are also possible. Please feel free to contact us. Download the catalog here ▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/catalogs/ For product details, click here ▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/products/k-control-coater/

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You can request a quote and purchase bar coaters and wireless bars from our online shop.

Product Lineup ■ Bar Coater (Wire Bar) Core diameters: 1/4 inch, 1/2 inch, 3/8 inch Available in various sizes. ■ Select Roller Easily achieve uniform thin film application! Wireless bar with no disconnection. Easy cleaning and maintenance! ■ A-Bar High washability, no wire breakage, and long-lasting wireless bar. For purchases, please visit the dedicated EC site for Bar Coaters - Tofu LABO - at the following page ▼ http://www.tofulabo.com/ Download the catalog here ▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/catalogs/ For product details on the Bar Coater (Wire Bar), click here ▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/products/bar-coater/

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An ideal compact size for problem-solving on-site. All liquid inks and printed materials can be precisely proofed.

- Anilox rollers can be easily replaced. - Ceramic anilox rollers can accommodate up to 850 lines per inch. - There are also micrometer types that allow for fine adjustments of printing pressure. - Since tests can be conducted with a small amount of ink, waste of expensive materials can be reduced. - Coatings: Flexo inks (water-based, solvent-based, UV) - Application targets: Film, paper, metal plates/foils, glass, ceramic plates === Introduction to the Demo Room === If you bring samples and materials, experiments such as coating, gravure printing, and flexo printing can be conducted. You can try out the actual usability and experiment results. Download the catalog here ▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/catalogs/ For product details, click here ▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/products/esiproof/

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Maximum speed up to 99m/min! Instantly produces high-quality print samples. Adjusts printing pressure and anilox pressure, reducing production machine downtime.

The "FlexiProof 100/100UV" is a tabletop flexographic printing proofing machine. It can produce proof prints equivalent to production machines at a high speed of up to 99m/min, allowing for checks on quality, abrasion resistance, flexibility, and more without stopping the production machine. It contributes to reducing production machine downtime, sample creation, and improving quality control efficiency. Additionally, the anilox pressure and printing pressure can be easily adjusted with a dial gauge, and it is capable of printing on delicate materials such as aluminum foil and tissue. Anilox replacement and cleaning can be done easily, and a UV curing device-equipped type is also available. 【Examples of Use】 ■ Development of flexo inks for printable electronics ■ Design development through flexo process printing ■ Simulation of setting conditions for flexo printing ■ Development of conductive inks for antenna circuits of IC tags Download the catalog here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/catalogs/ For product details, click here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/products/flexiproof-100/

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Maximum speed of 100m/min! Create high-quality print samples in an instant. Easy operation with air pressure control! *Demo available now.

You can instantly create high-quality print samples of inks used in gravure printing machines. It is equipped with necessary functions for those using liquid inks or involved in manufacturing. Ideal for R&D, computer color matching data, quality control, and printing sample production. ■Features - Capable of printing on any flexible material - Excellent print suitability with printing speeds of up to 100m/min - Quick-release doctor blade for easy cleaning - Uses electronic engraving plates - Microprocessor-controlled servo motor drive - Control of printing pressure and doctor pressure via air pressure - Coating targets: paper, film, metal foil ★ Testing available at the Shin-Yokohama demo room, online demos also accepted! Feel free to contact us. Download the catalog here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/catalogs/ For product details, click here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/products/gp-100/

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Gravure printing, flexo printing, and lamination tests are possible with head replacement! A desktop automatic test coater that easily produces printing samples.

■Features - Compact and lightweight, it can be installed in various locations. - It uses actual ink, and with head replacement, it can easily perform gravure, gravure offset, flexo printing, and lamination. - It can print on various materials such as film, paper, aluminum foil, metal foil, and PVC. - It allows for the simultaneous printing of two or more types of ink for comparison and alignment for overprinting. - It enables testing with a small amount of ink, reducing waste of expensive materials. - Ideal for research and development, quality control, printing suitability testing, and computer color matching. It is also suitable for printed electronics research and development. - A product from RK Corporation, which boasts over 60 years of experience in more than 40 countries worldwide. Download the catalog here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/catalogs/ For product details, click here▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/products/k-printing-proofer/

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We have a variety of sizes available: 1/4 inch, 1/2 inch, and 3/8 inch. ★ We also handle wireless bars.

Easy and simple! Manual printing test machine bar coater. It can be used as a tool for creating color samples and evaluation samples. Bar Coater (Wire Bar / Meyer Bar) 【Features】 ■ A device for evenly applying liquids such as inks, paints, and adhesives. ■ A stainless steel rod is wrapped with stainless steel wire. ■ The grooves of the wire allow for adjustment of the liquid application amount, achieving a stable film thickness. ■ The film thickness varies depending on the wire gauge (diameter). ■ It can be easily used with both hands. ■ It can uniformly apply a consistent film thickness with a small amount of ink. ■ It can be applied to flexible materials such as copper foil, aluminum foil, plastic film, paper, and fabric. Purchase the bar coater here ▼ Tofu LABO http://www.tofulabo.com/ Download the catalog here ▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/catalogs/ For more details on the bar coater, click here ▼ https://www.matsuo-sangyo.co.jp/products/bar-coater/

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An article has been published about the case of introducing the expense reimbursement system "Rakuraku Seisan" at CTC First Contact, Inc. ~In the case of CTC First Contact~ To prevent situations where one might wonder "I thought I submitted it" or "Where are the documents?", they considered systematization. They were also managing payments to business partners using Excel, but there was a challenge to reduce and improve that workload. After the introduction, the integration with the transfer search significantly reduced the workload. They were able to change the payment site, which was impossible with paper operations. [Case Overview] ■Challenges before implementation - Uncertainty about the location of application documents ■Key points of implementation - Can be operated at a low cost - Flexible customization of settings *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

Under the floor and in the attic... "Invisible spaces" are being reconsidered now The environment surrounding the housing industry has changed significantly in recent years. Rising timber prices, increased costs of equipment, a shortage of skilled workers, and prolonged delivery times are not temporary changes but are becoming entrenched as structural changes in the entire housing industry. Furthermore, in recent years, the global surge in resource prices, the depreciation of the yen, and rising logistics costs have compounded the situation, leading to a generally unstable environment for housing-related materials. What was once taken for granted—that "necessary materials can be obtained immediately when needed"—is no longer a given. Additionally, the construction and equipment industries continue to face a serious labor shortage. In particular, the aging of veteran craftsmen who support the field is progressing year by year, while securing young talent is not easy. As a result, situations such as difficulty in scheduling construction dates, longer waiting periods until construction, and limited availability of contractors in certain regions are increasingly common nationwide. In the housing industry, there is a growing sentiment that "construction plans cannot be made with the same sense as before," whether for new builds or renovations, which is becoming the norm across the country. For more details, please be sure to read the 【related materials】【related links】 below. ↓ ↓ ↓

Attendance management is something that is expected of every company and should be addressed. When asked, "Are you doing it?" it might be more concerning to hear, "Are you doing it correctly?" which could make some responsible parties feel anxious. You may be using time cards for clocking in, but are unsure about overtime calculations. You might be having employees input data into Excel, but how does that stand in terms of legal compliance? You may be managing paid leave on paper, but there’s no room for double-checking. Employee resignations may be ongoing, but could this be due to overwork...? Why not review the various pros and cons of different attendance management methods and revisit the important aspects of attendance management from the "basics"?

We have released a white paper titled "The Common Points of Attendance Issues Highlighted by the Labor Standards Inspection Office." This document provides a clear explanation of the challenges in attendance management that are likely to be pointed out by the Labor Standards Inspection Office, using specific examples. It addresses operational risks commonly seen in many companies, such as attendance aggregation in Excel, timekeeping management through self-reporting, insufficient management of paid leave, and rounding of overtime hours. Additionally, it introduces points that are often highlighted in inspections by the Labor Standards Inspection Office, such as "objective understanding of working hours," "unpaid overtime," "management of the 36 Agreement limits," and "compliance with the obligation to take 5 days of annual leave." This content can serve as an opportunity for companies that think "there have been no problems so far, so it's fine" to review their operations. Companies considering improving the efficiency of attendance management and strengthening compliance are encouraged to take a look. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to let us know.

"SNS Recruitment Boost" is a new recruitment support service that combines ultra-precise area targeting of "1 km radius" from stores or offices, direct access to 66 million Instagram users in Japan, and excellent cost performance with "initial cost of 0 yen and a monthly fee starting from 59,800 yen, all-inclusive." For companies considering pinpoint delivery to targeted demographics (age, gender, area, etc.) and a fundamental review of recruitment costs, the benefits of implementing this service are immeasurable. Disadvantages such as lack of advertising knowledge and operational hassle can be completely delegated to professional management by Meta-certified professionals, along with free support for the production of one banner (static image) each month. ▼ The "flow of service usage" is very simple: STEP 1: Decide on the objective STEP 2: Prepare photos (after that, you can completely delegate!) STEP 3: After banner approval, advertising distribution starts in just 3 business days.