Science and technology in Japan

Omron provides college students with free access to the Sysmac Studio automation platform

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Friday, December 18, 2020
Industrial automation, Access control, Omron, Automation, Science and technology in Japan, Companies, Control engineering

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., Dec. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today's college students now have a unique opportunity to broaden their skills and build real-world automation knowledge with access to Sysmac Studio , a fully integrated development environment for machine automation from industry-leading automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas .

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  • HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., Dec. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today's college students now have a unique opportunity to broaden their skills and build real-world automation knowledge with access to Sysmac Studio , a fully integrated development environment for machine automation from industry-leading automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas .
  • Omron has chosen to provide this resource free of charge to the world's future designers as they embark upon their path to a career in industrial automation.
  • Students at technical colleges and universities are qualified to receive six months of free access to Sysmac Studio for the purpose of developing programming expertise in both ladder logic and structured text.
  • Omron Automation is an industrial automation partner that creates, sells and services fully integrated automation solutions that include sensing, control, safety, vision, motion, robotics and more.

Ascent Announces the Availability of a New Robotics Solution - Ascent Pick

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Robotics, Robot, Ken Kutaragi, Science and technology in Japan

TOKYO, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Ascent Robotics unveils a powerful but easy-to-deploy bin-picking solution for manufacturing industries around the world, called Ascent Pick.

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  • TOKYO, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Ascent Robotics unveils a powerful but easy-to-deploy bin-picking solution for manufacturing industries around the world, called Ascent Pick.
  • Moreover, the Ascent Pick software and accompanying web-based UI supports many different robots manufactures and types, as well as grippers.
  • The Ascent Pick solution and user interface were designed and developed in close collaboration with key industry partners and is now commercially available from the Ascent Website or through one of their partner distributors or system integrators.
  • Founded in 2016, Ascent Robotics is a Tokyo-based AI venture led by Ken Kutaragi, Father of Sony PlayStation, developing intelligent solutions for robotics and mobility.

Arryved Leverages Epson Receipt and KDS Printers for its Mobile POS Solution

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Companies, Economy of Japan, Science and technology in Japan, Computer printers, Office equipment, Epson, Seiko, Printer, QR code

"We work exclusively with Epson as they continue to innovate and deliver the best POS solutions to enhance our software offering.

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  • "We work exclusively with Epson as they continue to innovate and deliver the best POS solutions to enhance our software offering.
  • With built-in loyalty programs, QR code-based ordering, online to-go and delivery tools and integrated digital menus, Arryved offers an all-in-one solution for creating an excellent guest experience.
  • Orders from any origination point print to shared Epson printers and order screens to facilitate managing transactions.
  • Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the worldwide Epson Group generates annual sales of more than JPY 1 trillion.

Fujitsu Earns Top Rating in CDP Climate Change, Water Security

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Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Science and technology in Japan, Industries, Economy of Japan, Fujitsu, Furukawa Group, K computer, Climate change

TOKYO, Dec 9, 2020 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu Limited today announced that the Fujitsu Group has been selected for the CDP's A List for both climate change for the fourth year in a row and water security for the second year in a row, earning the highest rating in the CDP's evaluation of corporate activities in response to climate change and water security.

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  • TOKYO, Dec 9, 2020 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu Limited today announced that the Fujitsu Group has been selected for the CDP's A List for both climate change for the fourth year in a row and water security for the second year in a row, earning the highest rating in the CDP's evaluation of corporate activities in response to climate change and water security.
  • The Fujitsu Group aims to create a prosperous and sustainable society by enacting its medium- to long-term environmental vision, the Fujitsu Climate and Energy Vision, and contributing solutions to societal and environmental issues.
  • CDP is an international non-profit organization that manages global disclosure for companies' activities relating to climate change, forests, and water security, on behalf of institutional investors that have total investment assets in excess of $106 trillion(As of 2020/12/7).
  • The Fujitsu Group laid out its medium- to long-term environmental vision, the Fujitsu Climate and Energy Vision, in May 2017.

Rezku Adopts Epson's Latest Generation Mobile-Friendly POS Receipt Printer for its Restaurant POS and Online Ordering Platform

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Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Computer printers, Epson, Seiko, Printer, Receipt, Business, Science and technology in Japan, Printing

The joint Rezku POS and Epson receipt printer solution helps these restaurants support social distancing guidelines.

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  • The joint Rezku POS and Epson receipt printer solution helps these restaurants support social distancing guidelines.
  • Efficient tableside self-ordering and online ordering with quick and easy check printing and touchless payments processes give restaurant customers safer delivery and pickup experiences.
  • Rezku POS leverages the compact, versatile and sturdy Epson TM-m30II POS printer to quickly print customer receipts, credit authorization slips and end-of night-reports.
  • Rezku also employs the Epson TM-U220 kitchen receipt printer for its ability to withstand the rigors of kitchen operations.

Epson's Next-Generation LightScene Laser Projectors Unleash Dynamic, Experiential Content for Companies, Designers and Artists

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Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Projectors, Optoelectronics, 3LCD, Digital imaging, Optics, Laser projector, Lighting, Epson, Electronic engineering, Science and technology in Japan, Home video, Video projector

Dedicated to providing cutting-edge solutions for experiential content, Epson, the number-one projector manufacturer worldwide,1 today introduced its LightScene EV-110 and EV-115 Accent Lighting 3LCD Laser Projectors at the virtual D=SIGN: The Digital Signage Conference .

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  • Dedicated to providing cutting-edge solutions for experiential content, Epson, the number-one projector manufacturer worldwide,1 today introduced its LightScene EV-110 and EV-115 Accent Lighting 3LCD Laser Projectors at the virtual D=SIGN: The Digital Signage Conference .
  • These new and improved models integrate lighting and projection with powerful, next-generation features to make the ordinary extraordinary and the invisible visible."
  • Offering an industrial design that blends discreetly into any setting, LightScene offers a sleek black or white spotlight shape with an array of configuration, mounting and programming options.
  • The laser projectors come with a limited warranty of three years or 20,000 hours, whichever comes first.

Epson's First UV Flatbed Printer Offers Print Service Providers Outstanding-Quality Outdoor Signage, Promotional Goods and More

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Tuesday, November 24, 2020
Computer printers, Office equipment, Flatbed, Printer, Epson, Science and technology in Japan, Equipment, Office work

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif., Nov. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Committed to meeting the needs of today's print service providers, Epson today introduced the SureColor V7000 its first UV flatbed printer designed for printing outstanding-quality outdoor signage, promotional goods and more.

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  • LOS ALAMITOS, Calif., Nov. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Committed to meeting the needs of today's print service providers, Epson today introduced the SureColor V7000 its first UV flatbed printer designed for printing outstanding-quality outdoor signage, promotional goods and more.
  • Delivering bright, colorful, tactile prints with low graininess and smooth gradation, the ultra-productive SureColor V7000 4'x8' printer brings a new level of image quality, productivity and convenience to print service providers.
  • Capable of printing on a variety of rigid substrates up to 3-inches thick, the new Epson UV flatbed printer is a flexible, reliable, entry-level flatbed solution.
  • Designed to exceed flatbed printer expectations, the SureColor V7000 can produce color or 3 layer prints with little difference in production speeds by leveraging eight MicroPiezo printheads.

Create Unforgettable Virtual Holiday Celebrations with Must-Have Epson Tech

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Thursday, November 19, 2020
Seiko, Epson, Companies, Science and technology in Japan, Watches

From homemade holiday cards to festive props for virtual photo booths, life-sized Zoom celebrations and nostalgic family slideshows, don't let distance get in the way of spreading holiday cheer.

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  • From homemade holiday cards to festive props for virtual photo booths, life-sized Zoom celebrations and nostalgic family slideshows, don't let distance get in the way of spreading holiday cheer.
  • Choose your favorite photo from the shoot to create a custom holiday card using the Epson Creative Print App .
  • Epic Family Time: Bring your virtual holiday celebration to life with the Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 Smart Streaming Laser Projector .
  • EPSON, EcoTank, Expression, and FastFoto are registered trademarks, EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark and Epson Connect, Epson EpiqVision and Epson iPrint are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation.

ViON and Fujitsu Partner In North America for High Performance Computing

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Data management, Security, Technology, Software, Networks, Internet, Computing, Concurrent computing, Science and technology in Japan, Fujitsu, Furukawa Group, Cloud infrastructure, Cluster computing, Distributed computing architecture, Cloud computing, K computer, Supercomputer

ViON Corporation , a cloud service provider and market leader in the design, delivery and maintenance of mission-critical IT infrastructure solutions, announced today a strategic partnership with Fujitsu in North America to provide high performance computing.

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  • ViON Corporation , a cloud service provider and market leader in the design, delivery and maintenance of mission-critical IT infrastructure solutions, announced today a strategic partnership with Fujitsu in North America to provide high performance computing.
  • Fujitsu has partnered with ViON for North America delivery and support of the PRIMEHPC FX700 to address the growing high-performance needs of our customers.
  • Fujitsu leverages partnerships with industry-leading manufacturers that, like ViON, have a passion for solving the most complex enterprise IT challenges.
  • Partnering with Fujitsu, ViON is helping customers deploy industry-leading HPC solutions for their data-intensive applications.

Epson Expands SureColor T-Series Line with New Affordable Wide-Format Multifunction Models Delivering High-Speed Technical and Graphics Printing, Scanning and Copying

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Office equipment, Computer printers, Seiko, Epson, Equipment, Office work, Printer, Multi-function printer, Science and technology in Japan

Basedon successful predecessors, the SureColor T3170 and SureColor T5170,the new affordable multifunction printers include an integrated scanner for accurately scanning blueprints and drawings, making large copies, and sharing high-quality technical documents.

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  • Basedon successful predecessors, the SureColor T3170 and SureColor T5170,the new affordable multifunction printers include an integrated scanner for accurately scanning blueprints and drawings, making large copies, and sharing high-quality technical documents.
  • The SureColor T3170M and SureColor T5170M multifunction printers feature an integrated 600 dpi high-detail scanner with simple top-loading functionality for easy copying and scanning of blueprints, technical documents, renderings and graphics.
  • In addition, it supports copy enlargements and reductions, as well as enhances tracing and offers highlight detection for scanning annotated blueprints.
  • EPSON, PrecisionCore, SureColor, TFP, and UltraChrome are registered trademarks and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation.