Attention those who want to automate skilled tasks like polishing and grinding! The 2022 International Robot Exhibition starts today. FerRobotics sales partner Yanase Co., Ltd. will be exhibiting. Be sure to check out the best solutions for robotic polishing.

We will not leave 3K jobs for the next generation. A solution to the shortage of skilled workers. Automated robot polishing that gives industrial robots human-like senses through high-speed autonomous control units for contact force.

FerRobotics' Active Compliant Technology automatically corrects the "difference" in contact pressure (force) that occurs during polishing and grinding processes, which require skilled techniques, at high speed. This technology allows for consistent polishing/grinding at a set pressure, unaffected by variations in processing speed or gravitational load differences due to angles. With the end effector (ACF) utilizing ACT technology, it instantly and automatically compensates for changes in dimensional tolerances, curved shapes, and non-planar surfaces through rapid stroke adjustments, maintaining contact with the workpiece at a constant set force. This technology can increase the speed at which machines and robots move along their trajectories, thereby enhancing processing speed and improving cycle times. Additionally, in robotic polishing and grinding, the ACF controls the contact pressure through the expansion and contraction of its stroke, eliminating the need to move the heavy robotic arm for corrections, which further assists in improving processing speed. Furthermore, it automatically compensates for tool load variations caused by gravity changes due to the robot's angle, ensuring a consistent contact pressure from any angle and enabling a finish without processing inconsistencies.

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Freely automate various surface processing with a tool exchange system. The ultimate tool for robot polishing and deburring automation. Instant automatic pressure correction with a stroke of 35mm.

The ACF-K is a tool exchange unit that allows for easy attachment and detachment of hand tools such as angle grinders, belt sanders, orbital sanders, and die grinders. It enables simple automation with constant control of applied pressure, contributing to your company's labor-saving efforts. FerRobotics' Active Compliant Technology automatically corrects the "difference" in contact pressure (force) that occurs during processing against dimensional tolerances, curved shapes, and non-flat surfaces in grinding and polishing processes that require skilled techniques. It also automatically compensates for gravitational loads, allowing for grinding and polishing at a consistently set applied pressure. This technology can increase the speed at which devices and robots move along their trajectories, thereby enhancing processing speed and improving cycle times. Additionally, in robotic polishing and grinding, the ACF itself controls the applied pressure by adjusting its stroke, eliminating the need to move the heavy robot arm for corrections, which assists in improving the processing speed of robotic polishing. Furthermore, it automatically compensates for tool loads due to gravity, which varies with the robot's angle, ensuring a consistent applied pressure from any angle and enabling a finish without processing inconsistencies.

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The end effector inherits the artisan's skill. It automatically adjusts the pressure (applied force) for polishing in an instant based on angle and workpiece distortion, achieving uniform pressure through automation.

FerRobotics Compliant Robot Technology GmbH has developed the ACF-K series, which focuses on collaborative robots using its proprietary ACT technology. It allows for easy exchange of hand tools such as orbital sanders, angle grinders, die grinders, and belt grinders. The series can accommodate various applications by replacing hand tools, enabling the automation of grinding and polishing processes without compromise. Seeing is believing! Please check our website or YouTube (FerRobotics) for example videos of applications. The ACT technology automates the grinding and polishing processes, which have been considered difficult to automate, by automatically correcting the load based on the dimensional variations and angles of the workpiece, completely controlling the pressing force for full automation. It is applicable for surface processing such as buff polishing, sanding, weld bead removal, deburring, scale removal, and paint stripping. This significantly improves production speed while maintaining high-quality standards. Benefits (Value Creation): - Tasks that can be performed by robots are assigned to robots, allowing human employees to be reassigned to creative work that only humans can do. - High-quality tasks with high reproducibility can be performed 24/7, 365 days a year.

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High-quality finishing polishing robot! Instant correction of pressing force for grinding operations, weld bead removal, and deburring processes. Dramatically improve productivity with high-speed response.

FerRobotics' unique technology, ACT, automatically corrects the "difference" in contact pressure (force) that occurs during polishing and grinding processes, which require skilled techniques, at high speed. This technology allows for consistent polishing/grinding at a set contact force, unaffected by variations in processing speed or gravitational load differences due to angles. With the end effector (ACF) utilizing ACT technology, it instantly and automatically compensates for changes in dimensional tolerances, curved shapes, and non-flat surfaces by rapidly adjusting the stroke length, maintaining contact with the workpiece at the set force. This technology enables faster trajectory speeds for machines and robots, increasing processing speed and improving cycle times. Additionally, in robotic polishing and grinding, the ACF itself controls the contact pressure through stroke adjustments, eliminating the need to move the heavy robot arm for corrections, which further assists in improving processing speed. Furthermore, it automatically compensates for tool load variations caused by gravity changes at different robot angles, ensuring a consistent contact pressure from any angle and allowing for a finish without processing inconsistencies. Please check our YouTube channel (FerRobotics) for application example videos.

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Protech Engineering (Booth Number: 240) will be exhibiting at the "Hokkaido Construction Development Comprehensive Exhibition 2025," scheduled to be held on October 8 (Wednesday) and 9 (Thursday), 2025. On the day of the event, we will provide detailed explanations of the following disaster prevention products using models, panels, and various materials. ◆ Main Exhibited Products ◆ - Energy-absorbing rockfall protection fence / ARC Fence (model display) - Landslide debris protection fence / Slope Guard Fence Type LE (model display) - Pile-type (pile foundation) debris flow and driftwood countermeasure for non-flowing streams / Urban Guard - Avalanche prevention piles / Tri-Pile - Avalanche protection fence / Slope Guard Fence Type LS - High energy-absorbing rockfall protection fence / Macro Fence In addition, we will have a variety of materials on disaster prevention products developed independently by Protech Engineering, so we kindly invite you to visit our booth.

Profect Co., Ltd. will hold a seminar on October 3rd (Friday) themed around the IT Implementation Subsidy 2025 and our developed and sold production management system "TED." This year's IT Implementation Subsidy has seen a significant decrease in the acceptance rate compared to previous years. Many companies are struggling with the situation of having wanted to implement IT tools but being rejected. In this seminar, we will explain why the acceptance rate has dropped, the background behind it, and the key points for being accepted. Additionally, we will introduce our initiatives that have achieved a 100% acceptance rate so far this year and the reasons why our production management system "TED," registered as an IT tool, is chosen. To accommodate busy schedules, this seminar will be held in a hybrid format, allowing for both in-person attendance and online participation via Zoom. Please choose your preferred method of participation according to your convenience. If you are currently considering applying for the IT Implementation Subsidy or are interested in production management, we encourage you to join us. We sincerely look forward to your application.

An international forum aimed at promoting the circular economy and closed-loop economy, "Closed Loop Recycle Forum 2025 (hereinafter referred to as CLRF2025)," will be held for two days from November 25 (Tuesday) to 26 (Wednesday) at The Oriental Terrace in Chuo Ward, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture. In Europe, closed-loop recycling practices are already advancing. We have organized this international forum as a platform to connect the forefront of Europe with Japan's challenges, striving for a future that balances economic viability and environmental sustainability. A total of 12 speakers, including Chairman Kajiwara of the Waste and 3R Research Foundation and Director Kaneko of the Ministry of the Environment's Container and Packaging Recycling Division, along with leading recycling operators and researchers from Japan and Europe, will present advanced examples of the circular economy and closed-loop economy. Furthermore, through discussions on the feasibility and challenges of implementation in Japan, we will explore hints for sustainable business models that companies and local governments should aim for.

The "Wallet Key," which brings a major innovation to the hotel key situation that has undergone several generations of changes, including cylinder locks, magnetic locks, contactless card locks, and mobile keys, has finally been born. Full-scale implementation will begin within the year at domestic accommodations. This service directly delivers the Wallet Key to the wallet apps pre-installed on guests' smartphones. We will provide an overview and the latest information on hotel keys from the perspectives of business efficiency, energy conservation, and hotel digital transformation (DX).

The Aica Modern Architecture Seminar Executive Committee will invite architect Junya Ishigami as a lecturer and hold the "67th Aica Modern Architecture Seminar." The "Aica Modern Architecture Seminar" is a cultural activity aimed at enhancing and developing architectural culture, welcoming renowned architects from both Japan and abroad to give lectures across a wide range of fields, including housing, environment, and urban space. This seminar, which began in 1983, will mark its 67th session, and the details of the event are as follows. We sincerely look forward to your attendance. Organizer and others: ■ Organizer: Aica Modern Architecture Seminar Executive Committee ■ Sponsor: Aica Kogyo Co., Ltd. ■ Operational Support: Kenpo Co., Ltd. ■ Inquiries: Aica Modern Architecture Seminar Executive Committee Office (within Kenpo Co., Ltd.) aicaseminar@kenchiku.co.jp