Nikkei Industrial Newspaper March 12, 2025 Issue Announcement of Advertisements and Articles

For those considering cost reduction, we propose a convenient and high-performance oil pump! Electric pump with integrated flow meter and auto-stop gun, "TDP1 Series."

Do you have any of these concerns regarding the transfer and management of kerosene and light oil? 1. Transferring from drums is difficult. 2. Spillage when decanting from jerry cans. 3. Difficulty in reducing costs due to soaring crude oil prices. The high-performance "TDP1 Series," equipped with a flow meter and an auto-stop gun nozzle, is designed to solve these problems. It automatically stops when it touches the liquid level, preventing spillage! Additionally, the flow meter allows for accurate tracking of usage, enabling efficient operations with minimized waste. < Model Lineup (for Kerosene and Light Oil) > - TDP1K24-ATN: Includes flow meter (on the main unit) - TDP1-ATNK24: Includes flow meter (on the nozzle) - TDP1M33-ATN: Includes mechanical flow meter (on the main unit) - TDP1-ATN: No flow meter < Technical Specifications (excerpt) > - Usable container: 200L drum (JIS standard compliant) - Maximum discharge rate: 20L/min (for low viscosity liquids) - Usable liquids: Kerosene and light oil (viscosity below 100cP) - Power supply: AC100V / Continuous operation compatible - Accessories: Auto-stop gun nozzle, oil-resistant hose

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Essential for fuel-saving measures! Electric drum pump with full-stop function.

Measuring and stopping are standard! Cost reduction through usage management! 《TDP1 Series (for kerosene and light oil)》 TDP1K24-ATN (for kerosene and light oil / with main unit TB-K24-FM) TDP1-ATNK24 (for kerosene and light oil / with nozzle TB-K24-FM) TDP1M33-ATN (for kerosene and light oil / with main unit MK33-25D) TDP1-ATN (for kerosene and light oil) ◎ Integrated flow meter You can choose from three types with flow meters (TDP1K24-ATN, TDP1-ATNK24, TDP1M33-ATN) based on your application. There is also a type without a flow meter, allowing for economical use of kerosene drum pumps. ◎ Electric type with auto-stop gun preset for kerosene and light oil Automatically stops discharge when the liquid is full! Prevents overflow. ◎ Improvement in liquid management With a flow meter, you can see the flow rate at a glance, eliminating waste and leading to cost reduction. ◎ Continuous operation possible Can be used anywhere with continuous operation at 100V electric power, improving work efficiency.

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Auto-stop gun nozzle specification compatible with medium viscosity oil!

"Battery-operated sensor auto-stop nozzle air pressure pump" APD-20ATNB (for diesel and kerosene) <Main Body Description> - Ideal for refueling and transferring operations of kerosene and diesel. - Equipped with a nozzle that has a built-in sensor that automatically stops when it detects liquid. - The auto-stop function prevents spills that occur when transferring liquid to a container, helping to eliminate oil stains and odors, thereby contributing to cost reduction and environmental improvement. - Operates on three AA lithium batteries, allowing for approximately 200 uses under normal conditions. *Please pay attention to the operating pressure and flow range.

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The use of materials such as SUS, PTFE, and FFKM in the liquid contact parts has increased the range of compatible liquids compared to our conventional product (CHD-20SUS)! Suitable for the transfer of solvents in chemical plants.

**CHD1 Series** CHD1-20SUS (for solvents) CHD1-20SUSV (for solvents / with ball valve) CHD1-20SUSN (for solvents / with gun nozzle) ● Continuous operation possible ● Lightweight and compact body ● Inexpensive **Features** ● Compliant with PSE (Product Safety Electrical Appliance and Material) for safety and security ● Dedicated to JIS standard 200L closed drums (large cap G2) ● For low viscosity solvents (below 100cP) ● Discharge rate of 22L/min ● For discharge only **Applications** Not only used in metal plating factories and semiconductor manufacturing, but also in chemical plants, pharmaceutical warehouses, and more. Additionally, it is used in water treatment, pharmaceutical processes, laboratories, schools, and hospitals. For areas with high volatility, high flammability, explosion-proof zones, and no open flame areas, please use the air-operated model (CHD1-20ASUSN). **Suitable for use in the following areas!** ■ Lithium batteries (secondary batteries) ■ Dyeing, semiconductor, disinfectant manufacturing, automotive, and electrical appliance factories ■ Surface treatment in metal plating factories ■ New energy sector **Compatible with the following liquids!** ■ Ethyl acetate ■ Butyl acetate ■ Hydrogen peroxide ■ Sodium hydroxide ■ Nitric acid (30% concentration)

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The liquid contact materials have been upgraded to SUS, PTFE, and FFKM, allowing for a wider range of compatible liquids compared to our previous model (CHD-20A)! Suitable for the transfer of solvents in areas where open flames are prohibited.

**CHD1 Series** CHD1-20ASUS (for solvents) CHD1-20ASUS-V (for solvents / with ball valve) CHD1-20ASUS-N (for solvents / with gun nozzle) ● Oil-free air motor type ● Lightweight and compact body ● Inexpensive **Features** ● Safe and secure due to air drive ● Dedicated for JIS standard 200L closed drum (large plug G2) ● For low viscosity solvents (below 100cP) ● Discharge rate of 20L/min (with nozzle) ● Discharge only **Applications** Not only used in metal plating factories and semiconductor manufacturing, but also in chemical plants, pharmaceutical warehouses, and more. It is also used in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, laboratories, schools, and hospitals. For areas with high volatility, high flammability, explosion-proof zones, and no open flame areas, please use the air model (CHD1-20ASUS-N). **Can be used in the following areas!** ■ Lithium batteries (secondary batteries) ■ Dyeing, semiconductor, disinfectant manufacturing, automotive, home appliance factories ■ Surface treatment in metal plating factories ■ New energy sector **Compatible with the following liquids!** ■ Alcohol ■ Thinner ■ Acetone ■ Methanol ■ MEK, etc.

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You can easily tell if the liquid in the drum is full or empty with just one touch!

"Sensor Type Liquid Level Gauge for 200L Drum" GDB-CF / For Full GDB-CL / For Empty (For low viscosity oil, kerosene, diesel, wastewater, and waste liquid) *Not suitable for solvents or chemicals that can damage materials "Advantages" ● You can check whether the liquid inside the drum is full or empty without tilting the drum or peering inside, using each product. ● You can confirm when the drum is full or empty during liquid transfer. ● The sensor can be adjusted according to the desired liquid level line using a position adjustment adapter. ● Lightweight and affordable. ● Enables management of liquids inside the drum. ● Usable liquids include low viscosity oil, kerosene, diesel, water, wastewater, and waste liquid. *Not suitable for solvents or chemicals that can damage materials. "Features" ● Dedicated to JIS standard 200L drums. *Can be attached to the small plug (G3/4) of the drum. ● Confirmation work can be done within 3 minutes from startup (automatic stop after 3 minutes). ● The full and empty indicators light up in red and alert with a 15-second buzzer. ● Uses four AA batteries (approximately 1,000 uses). ● This product is for indoor use only. *Do not use outdoors.

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A liquid level gauge that can be connected to an air pump to check whether the liquid in a JIS standard 200L drum is full or empty.

"Sensor Type Liquid Level Gauge for 200L Drum" GDA-HH / For Full (Oil, Kerosene, Diesel) *Not suitable for solvents or chemicals that may damage the material GDA-HL / For Empty (Oil, Kerosene, Diesel) *Not suitable for solvents or chemicals that may damage the material "Benefits" ● You can check whether the liquid inside the drum is full or empty without tilting the drum or peering inside with each product. ● You can confirm that the drum is full or empty during liquid transfer. ● The sensor can be adjusted according to the desired liquid level line using a position adjustment adapter. ● Lightweight and affordable. ● Enables management of liquids inside the drum. ● Usable liquids are low-viscosity oil, kerosene, and diesel. *Not suitable for solvents or chemicals that may damage the material. "Features" ● Dedicated to JIS standard 200L drums. *Can be attached to the small plug (G3/4) of the drum. ● Since it is air-driven, the liquid level gauge can be used in fire hazard areas. ● Can be used in combination with air-driven handheld pumps (ACH, AMVH, AMH1 series). ● After the pump stops, only the GDA-HL can discharge additionally. The pump operates while pulling the quick discharge ring. ● This product is for indoor use only. *Do not use outdoors.

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Non-contact detection of liquid in the container! A liquid level gauge that displays the remaining amount on a liquid crystal panel. With a wireless type and using a parent unit, you can manage the remaining amount in real-time with a dedicated PC application!

JIS Standard 200L Drum, Resin Drum, IBC Container (Tank) Compatible Laser Liquid Level Gauge Normal Type/Wireless Type/Main Unit (GDE-CL/GDE-CLW/GDE-W) GDE-CL / Normal Type - No Wireless - Battery Operated GDE-CLW / Wireless Type - AC100V GDE-W / Wireless Type Dedicated Main Unit - AC100V (Oil, Kerosene, Diesel) *Solvents and chemicals are not compatible due to laser detection considerations. Features: ● Measurement with various containers such as drums (display in %・L・mm) Can also be used with other containers if the maximum liquid height is set (display in %・mm possible / L display not possible) * % indicates the liquid remaining ratio from the total, L (liters) indicates the remaining liquid amount, mm indicates the remaining height from the bottom layer relative to the total liquid * Compatible with drum small plugs (G3/4) ● Select units from "%・L・mm" and display on the LCD panel (JIS Standard 200L Drum) ● Set the height at which a sound is emitted during "%” measurement ● The built-in laser at the bottom detects liquid non-contact ● Manage in real-time with a PC dedicated app ● Sends liquid volume data to the USB-connected main unit every 30 seconds ● Manage up to 15 units within the PC dedicated app.

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Hotron Inc. has launched its new product, the "Vehicle Count Sensor CCS3"! This product is a ceiling-mounted sensor that combines infrared and radar technology. It reliably detects vehicles in both directions with a single unit, accommodating traffic during congestion and vehicle passing, thus achieving efficient occupancy management in large parking lots. Additionally, it can be utilized for exit warning purposes in addition to vehicle counting, contributing to the safe and smooth operation of parking facilities. 'Features' - Improved detection performance against changes in road surface during rainy weather by using both infrared and radar. - Equipped with IP67 waterproof and dustproof performance, making it effective even in salt damage areas. - Various settings can be configured from a dedicated app (for Android devices), with current settings easily visible at a glance. - The base dimensions are the same as the previous model "CCS2," allowing for smooth replacement of existing equipment. *For more details, please refer to the product information, catalog download, or contact us.*

Tovira Lead Generator is registered as an IT tool eligible for the Digitalization and AI Implementation Subsidy 2026 (formerly the IT Implementation Subsidy). Archerless Co., Ltd. has been selected as an IT implementation support provider and will assist with the procedures from application creation to performance reporting. ■ Subsidy coverage: One year of usage fees (199,800 yen per month × 12 months = 2,397,600 yen) and setup and training (350,000 yen) ■ Subsidy rate: 1/2 (standard category). The estimated subsidy amount is 1,373,800 yen. ■ Target: Small and medium-sized enterprises and small businesses in Japan (there are capital and employee number requirements for each industry). *Amounts are excluding tax. The subsidy amount is determined by the application content and the review by the secretariat, and does not guarantee disbursement. Contracts and payments made before the subsidy decision will be ineligible for the subsidy. Please check the application acceptance period and deadline in the secretariat's public recruitment guidelines.

We have released a new catalog for the digital microscope Dino-Lite, which includes new models and accessories. Many new products are also available, so please check the catalog for details.

This time, I will talk about the Wi-Fi communication standards. The Wi-Fi communication standards are established by IEEE, and there are several standards based on differences in modulation methods and frequency bands. Here, I will introduce those differences and characteristics in chronological order of their establishment.

Based on practical experience in support companies and business companies, SBS Marketing Co., Ltd. provides consulting services related to marketing, sales promotion, and customer acquisition primarily in the BtoB (business-to-business) sector. On October 29, 2026 (Thursday), they published the "Notice of Content Gift List Page Update 26." We would like to introduce the "Useful for Business! Downloadable Content" page, which has added 7 new contents and updated 2 contents! (Page Overview: Excerpts) ■ Added 1 content to the core of marketing: 'Strategy and Tactics' ■ Added 5 contents and updated 1 content on 'Behavioral Psychology Techniques' that can be a shortcut to business success ■ Added 1 content and updated 1 content on 'Performance Evaluation and Management,' which is also important in marketing organizations ▼ For more details, please visit this page. https://sbsmarketing.co.jp/blog/notice-of-content-gift-list-page-update26-2026-10/