[For Civil Engineering and Construction Supervisors] Regarding the Heat Index (WBGT) and Physical Work Intensity

Supervised by Sysmet Co., Ltd. Weather Forecasters! A simple explanation of the Heat Index (WBGT) and physical work intensity!

Thank you for always reading. This time, we will deliver an article related to heatstroke. In the previous article, we explained the heat index (WBGT) as an indicator to measure the risk of heatstroke, stating that high temperature alone does not define "heat." WBGT is an index that quantifies the risk of heatstroke based on "temperature," "humidity," and "radiant heat." However, the factors contributing to heatstroke are not limited to the outside air. The work being performed at that time and the clothing being worn also significantly affect the risk of heatstroke. Therefore, to prevent heatstroke, it is necessary to consider two factors: "correction based on clothing combinations" and "WBGT standard values according to physical work intensity." In this article, we will introduce these two aspects. *For more details, please visit our company website.

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Centralized management of weather information at construction sites: weather measures for linear precipitation zones, typhoons, heatstroke, etc. NETIS registration number QSK-150021-VE.

【Natural Disaster Prevention System ZEROSAI】 NETIS registered product: Registration number QS-150021VE allows for centralized management of weather forecasts, weather observations, alerts and warnings, linear precipitation zones, typhoons, and other information for construction sites on the cloud. Additionally, it enables smooth information sharing with workers through electronic bulletin boards and rotating lights that issue weather information and alerts for exceeding standard values. 【Features】 ■ Centralized management of pinpoint weather forecasts and observation information for specific sites on the cloud ■ Comprehensive coverage of alerts and warnings, linear precipitation zones, typhoons, etc. ■ Sharing of weather information with supervisors on the cloud and with workers through electronic bulletin boards and rotating lights ■ Ability to report exceeding standard values in conjunction with business chat applications such as LINE WORKS direct, WowTalk, and Microsoft Teams ■ Usable through technical proposals and creative ideas ■ Telephone consulting by certified meteorologists *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

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The exclusive meteorologist of Sysmet Co., Ltd. will provide easy-to-understand explanations of weather-related terms and the characteristics of weather for each season!

Thank you for always watching. This time, I would like to address the topic of heatstroke. Some of you may be thinking, "What? It's still spring, and we're talking about heatstroke?" However, considering that the number of heatstroke cases tends to increase around May, it's not too early to start preparing now. *For more details, please visit our company website.

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Measures for the mandatory implementation of heatstroke prevention at the workplace starting from June 1: Notification of heatstroke information via business chat.

In light of the recent increase in heatstroke-related deaths due to extreme heat, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has announced the revision of the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, which will take effect on June 1, 2025. There are three measures that businesses should implement: 1. Establishing a system 2. Creating implementation procedures 3. Informing stakeholders Given the heightened risk of heatstroke that has not been seen before, your company is likely taking careful measures for outdoor work. However, in addition to daily operations, monitoring the heat index (WBGT) and sharing information with all stakeholders can be labor-intensive. This is where we would like to introduce a feature! The natural disaster prevention system ZEROSAI provided by Sysmet supports smooth information sharing by automatically notifying heatstroke information through integration with business chat tools! The compatible business chat tools are "LINEWORKS," "direct," "Wowtalk," and "Microsoft Teams." For more details, please visit our website or feel free to contact us.

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A disaster prevention panel that can centrally manage weather information at construction sites has released an email notification feature for "Special Heat Stroke Alert" and "Heat Stroke Alert."

Thank you for always utilizing the 【Disaster Prevention System ZEROSAI】 NETIS registration number QS-150021-VE. We have released a mail notification function for "Special Alert for Heat Stroke" and "Heat Stroke Alert" on the 【Disaster Prevention Board】, which allows for centralized management of various weather information at construction sites such as civil engineering and building construction. This function can also be integrated with business chat applications for notifications. The compatible business chats are LINE WORKS, direct, WowTalk, and Microsoft Teams. *For more details, please visit our website or feel free to contact us.

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A "non-contact switch" that allows you to open and close doors simply by waving your hand, without directly touching the doorknob or switch! By adopting microwave technology, the risk of malfunction due to condensation caused by temperature differences in environments such as low-temperature warehouses is significantly reduced. It reduces the risk of virus and bacterial infections in places where hygiene is a concern, such as food factories, hospitals, nursing facilities, and restaurant kitchen entrances. 【Features】 ○ Reduces the risk of virus infection by allowing door operation without contact ○ Waterproof and dustproof (IP55 design), making the main unit washable with water (note: the wall surface (back side) is not included) ○ LED display and response sound allow for immediate confirmation of detection status ○ Two pattern settings for one-shot and latch output are possible ○ The thinnest in the industry! Only 22mm thick! ◎ For more details, please download the catalog or contact us.

Japan is one of the top 10 countries in the world with frequent earthquakes. The 2020 White Paper on Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has also reported an increase in the probability of major earthquakes occurring. Regarding the Nankai Trough earthquake, the probability of an earthquake with a magnitude of 8 to 9 occurring within the next 30 years is estimated to be 70 to 80%. At Hotron, we recommend the introduction of seismic devices for earthquake countermeasures in buildings and equipment. The seismic device 'HK-2' is a product that automatically performs various controls that have been pre-set when it detects strong shaking equivalent to a seismic intensity of 5 lower or higher. For example, it can automatically execute actions such as: "Open automatic doors and gates to secure evacuation routes and access for emergency vehicles" "Transmit signals to the control room and stop facility equipment" "Unlock the keys to locked lockers" "Automatically play voice guidance" For more details, please download the materials or contact us.

On August 19th (Tuesday), the Japan Meteorological Agency announced the three-month forecast from September to November. During this period, the upper-level westerlies are expected to flow more to the north than usual, and the Tibetan high-pressure system is anticipated to be stronger and positioned further north than average. *For more details, please visit our website or feel free to contact us.*

The non-contact beam touch sensor "HA-T401/HA-T520" has a compact detection range, making it an ideal automatic door sensor for installation on automatic doors facing narrow corridors or busy streets. Depending on the application and installation location, you can choose between "non-vision mounting type" and "non-vision built-in type." 【Features】 ● With the beam touch sensor, you can open and close the automatic door simply by bringing your hand close without touching it, ensuring hygiene. ● Depending on the installation environment, such as single sliding or bi-parting doors, the detection range can be set in four configurations: left, center, right, and a total of 12 spots. ● Two types of activation row settings are available to reduce unnecessary opening and closing of the automatic door due to cross traffic, contributing to energy-saving effects. ● The touch switch and infrared sensor are integrated, allowing for a switch between beam touch and infrared sensor with a single model. 【Recommended for such locations!】 ☑ Entrance facing a busy corridor ☑ Counter or sign near the door ☑ Buildings facing narrow corridors ☑ Buildings that prioritize aesthetics ☑ Hospitals and facilities that consider hygiene ☑ Large facilities with many doors ◎ For more details, please download the materials or contact us.

Crossnote, which allows for the efficient creation and maintenance of thick specifications, regular reports, manuals, and other documents, has undergone a major version upgrade to ver 3.0. Crossnote is a system designed for multiple users to efficiently create and maintain documents. Unlike Wiki or Markdown, it achieves a "what you see is what you get" usability similar to Word. In this major version upgrade, both the client and server frameworks have been updated to the latest versions, improving security measures, operational environments, and compatibility with the latest technologies. Additionally, numerous functional improvements have been made. By updating the framework, we have further accelerated our support for AI.