Science and technology in Japan

Epson Announces Availability of New 3kg & 20kg LSB-Series SCARA Robots

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Tuesday, August 4, 2020

CARSON, Calif., Aug. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Epson Robots , the #1 SCARA robot manufacturer in the world, today announced availability of the new and improved LS3-B SCARA and LS20-B SCARA robots.

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  • CARSON, Calif., Aug. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Epson Robots , the #1 SCARA robot manufacturer in the world, today announced availability of the new and improved LS3-B SCARA and LS20-B SCARA robots.
  • The previously announced (April 2019) LS10-B and LS6-B SCARA robots are both available and shipping at this time as well.
  • "Building upon Epson's leadership in SCARA robots,our LSB-Series SCARA robots offer a variety of opportunities for manufacturers searching for a low-cost, high-performance automation solution with great reliability," said Rick Brookshire, director of product management for Epson Robots.
  • Note: EPSON and Epson RC+ are registered trademarks and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson.

Omron releases Soft NA HMI solution for its NY IPC Series to optimize control and visualization

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Thursday, July 30, 2020

Omron has released its new Soft NA software for its industrial PC (IPC) to offer seamless and efficient control and visualization.

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  • Omron has released its new Soft NA software for its industrial PC (IPC) to offer seamless and efficient control and visualization.
  • The new launch is an integrated combination of the Omron IPC and Soft NA.
  • The Soft NA implements the full functionality of the NA5 Sysmac HMI, but in a format that will run on an IPC.
  • Before the release of this new combination, customers lacked an easy way to use Omron's IPC as an HMI for the company's controllers.

Lynk Pharmaceuticals enters exclusive licensing agreements with Kobe University and with RIKEN Research Institute to develop RAS inhibitors with a novel MOA

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Monday, July 27, 2020

HANGZHOU, China, July 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Lynk Pharmaceuticals (Hangzhou, China) is pleased to announce exclusive licensing agreements with Kobe University (Kobe, Japan) and with RIKEN Research Institute (Saitama, Japan) to develop RAS inhibitors with a novel MOA.

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  • HANGZHOU, China, July 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Lynk Pharmaceuticals (Hangzhou, China) is pleased to announce exclusive licensing agreements with Kobe University (Kobe, Japan) and with RIKEN Research Institute (Saitama, Japan) to develop RAS inhibitors with a novel MOA.
  • The agreement with Kobe University also includes a joint collaboration which will continue to provide screening and structural support.
  • RAS has been identified as a key driver in numerous cancers including pancreatic (95%), colon (50%) and lung adenocarcinomas (30%).
  • RIKEN is Japan's largest and most comprehensive research institute renowned for high-quality research in a diverse range of scientific disciplines.

Automotive Resonator Technologies Assessment, 2024 - Featuring Murata Manufacturing, DuPont, GASGOO International, FennoSteel, Donaldson Company, and Munjal Auto Industries Amongst Others

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Friday, July 17, 2020

The material technologies in automotive resonator has undergone significant change in recent years, with ceramic resonator to glass fiber amalgamation resonator.

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  • The material technologies in automotive resonator has undergone significant change in recent years, with ceramic resonator to glass fiber amalgamation resonator.
  • In automotive resonator market, various material technologies, such as ceramic, steel, and glass fiber amalgamation are used in resonator for the passenger car, and light commercial vehicle applications.
  • Government regulation pertaining to vehicle's exhaust noise & sound, and growing consumer's interest towards sport vehicles are creating new opportunities for various automotive resonator technologies.
  • Some of the automotive resonator companies profiled in this report include Murata Manufacturing, DuPont, GASGOO International, FennoSteel, Donaldson Company, Munjal Auto Industries, Mark Exhaust Systems Limited, Tenneco and AP Emissions.

Yokogawa Fluid Imaging Technologies Announces the Release of a Ground-Breaking New Instrument, the FlowCam + LO

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Thursday, July 9, 2020

SCARBOROUGH, Maine, July 9, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Yokogawa Fluid Imaging Technologies, of Scarborough Maine announced today the release of its newest FlowCam with a fully integrated light obscuration module.

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  • SCARBOROUGH, Maine, July 9, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Yokogawa Fluid Imaging Technologies, of Scarborough Maine announced today the release of its newest FlowCam with a fully integrated light obscuration module.
  • Measuring and monitoring particulate matter present in injectable drugs is extremely important to companies involved in formulation development, manufacturing, and packaging.
  • Now there is an option to get FDA-mandated LO results and flow imaging morphology information from a single instrument.
  • Yokogawa Fluid Imaging Technologies, Inc. manufactures the FlowCam imaging and analysis family of instruments which now encompasses 7 models engineered to analyze particles and organisms ranging in size from 300 nm to 5 mm.

Omron robotics solutions feature prominently in new proof-of-concept lab at Taylor Fluid Systems

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Thursday, July 9, 2020

TORONTO, July 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Omron Automation , a leading provider of industrial automation solutions, congratulates Taylor Fluid Systems (TFS) on opening its first proof-of-concept (POC) laboratory in Ontario, Canada.

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  • TORONTO, July 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Omron Automation , a leading provider of industrial automation solutions, congratulates Taylor Fluid Systems (TFS) on opening its first proof-of-concept (POC) laboratory in Ontario, Canada.
  • As an authorized Omron distributor, TFS offers a full line of automation products and experienced specialists that work with customers and system integrators to deliver innovative automation solutions.
  • The new lab provides customers verification of proposed part feeding solutions within 2-4 days so they can feel confident the solutions will work in real-life production environments with their actual parts.
  • Taylor Fluid Systems is an authorized distributor of Omron Automation.

Fujitsu Embarks Towards 'New Normal', Redefining Working Styles for its Japan Offices

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Monday, July 6, 2020

As a pioneer in workplace reform through DX, Fujitsu was one of the first large companies in Japan to actively promote remote working practices, which it introduced companywide in Japan in 2017.

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  • As a pioneer in workplace reform through DX, Fujitsu was one of the first large companies in Japan to actively promote remote working practices, which it introduced companywide in Japan in 2017.
  • Fujitsu's "Work-Life Shift" initiative relies on three core principles to achieve this vision: "Smart Working," "Borderless Office," and "Culture Change".
  • Fujitsu is the leading Japanese information and communication technology (ICT) company offering a full range of technology products, solutions and services.
  • Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.9 trillion yen (US$35 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020.

Toshiba Releases Industry’s First Photocouplers for High-Speed Communications That Can Operate from 2.2V

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Monday, June 29, 2020

Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (Toshiba) has released the industrys first[1] photocouplers for high-speed communications that can operate with a power supply as low as 2.2V.

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  • Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (Toshiba) has released the industrys first[1] photocouplers for high-speed communications that can operate with a power supply as low as 2.2V.
  • The two devices are the TLP2312, which delivers at typical data transfer rate of 5Mbps, and the 20Mbps TLP2372.
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    Toshiba: Industry's first photocouplers TLP2312 and TLP2372 for high-speed communications that can operate with a power supply as low as 2.2V.
  • This approach eliminates the need for a separate power supply to drive the photocouplers, reducing the component count.

95% of North American CIOs Report Remote Work Issues During the Pandemic Lockdown, According to Hitachi ID and Pulse Survey

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Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Conducted by Hitachi ID Systems and Pulse, the online, cross-industry survey uncovered the biggest roadblocks IT teams have encountered while working from home.

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  • Conducted by Hitachi ID Systems and Pulse, the online, cross-industry survey uncovered the biggest roadblocks IT teams have encountered while working from home.
  • The second most common challenge, with 55% of responses, was employee inability to access on-premise applications to complete their work.
  • Hitachi ID and Pulse surveyed 100 North American C-suite executives at enterprise, mid-sized, and small companies in May 2020.
  • To learn more about Hitachi ID Systems, visit Hitachi IDs website , e-mail [email protected] , call 1.403.233.0740, or follow @Hitachi_ID on Twitter.

Hitachi Vantara Federal Names Gary Hix Chief Technology Officer

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Tuesday, June 23, 2020

Hitachi Vantara Federal , a leader in data-driven solutions and services for the Federal Government, today announced Gary Hix as the companys new Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

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  • Hitachi Vantara Federal , a leader in data-driven solutions and services for the Federal Government, today announced Gary Hix as the companys new Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
  • As CTO, Hix will capitalize on his deep understanding of federal data infrastructure roadmaps and industry trends to ensure Hitachi Vantara products meet stringent federal government requirements.
  • Hitachi Vantara Federal is able to offer the best information and operation technology from across the Hitachi family to provide exceptional value to government agencies.
  • Only Hitachi Vantara elevates your innovation advantage by combining deep information technology (IT), operational technology (OT) and domain expertise.