Science and technology in Japan

SDK Subsidiary, Hitachi Chemical Changes Name

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Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Companies, Fuyo Group, Economy of Japan, Science and technology in Japan, Showa Denko, Hitachi

TOKYO, June 23, 2020 - (JCN Newswire) - Showa Denko (SDK; TSE:4004) announces that Hitachi Chemical Company, Ltd. (Hitachi Chemical), a consolidated subsidiary of SDK, has resolved at the annual general shareholders' meeting held on June 23, 2020 to change its firm name into Showa Denko Materials Co., Ltd. on October 1, 2020.

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  • TOKYO, June 23, 2020 - (JCN Newswire) - Showa Denko (SDK; TSE:4004) announces that Hitachi Chemical Company, Ltd. (Hitachi Chemical), a consolidated subsidiary of SDK, has resolved at the annual general shareholders' meeting held on June 23, 2020 to change its firm name into Showa Denko Materials Co., Ltd. on October 1, 2020.
  • Here SDK announces the change in the firm name of Hitachi Chemical because it was resolved at Hitachi Chemical's annual general shareholders' meeting held on June 23, 2020.
  • The new firm name "Showa Denko Materials Co., Ltd." represents Hitachi Chemical's determination of opening its new chapter as a consolidated subsidiary of SDK, and now SDK and Hitachi Chemical share the idea of offering their customers and society optimum solutions by combining Showa Denko Group's wide-ranging material technology with Hitachi Chemical Group's material design technology utilizing characteristics of raw materials, ability to evaluate functions, and ability to design functions leading to process technology, including module segmentation.
  • (SDK; TSE:4004, ADR:SHWDY) is a major manufacturer of chemical products serving from heavy industry to computers and electronics.

Fujitsu and RIKEN Take First Place Worldwide in TOP500, HPCG, and HPL-AI with Supercomputer Fugaku

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Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Computing, Digital technology, Supercomputing, Supercomputing in Japan, Riken, Supercomputers, Science and technology in Japan, Fugaku, K computer, Riken, Fujitsu, ISC High Performance

As the information technology platform, Fugaku demonstrates overall high performance to make Society 5.0 a reality

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  • As the information technology platform, Fugaku demonstrates overall high performance to make Society 5.0 a reality
    - Supercomputer Fugaku jointly developed by RIKEN and Fujitsu ranked No.
  • TOKYO, June 23, 2020 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu today announced that Fugaku(1), a supercomputer jointly developed by RIKEN and Fujitsu, was ranked No.
  • These rankings were announced on June 22 at the ongoing virtual event ISC (International Supercomputing Conference) High Performance 2020 Digital.
  • This proves that the supercomputer can efficiently handle such real-world applications in the field of industry and perform well.

Epson Introduces High-Speed Monochrome Line Head MFP with Fax Capabilities

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Tuesday, June 16, 2020
Computer printers, Office equipment, Seiko, Media technology, Seiko Epson, Science and technology in Japan, Economy of Japan, Information technology management, Printer, Multi-function printer

LONG BEACH, Calif., June 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Epson today announced the WorkForce Enterprise WF-M20590F ultra productive, monochrome line head multifunction printer for high-volume print environments.

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  • LONG BEACH, Calif., June 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Epson today announced the WorkForce Enterprise WF-M20590F ultra productive, monochrome line head multifunction printer for high-volume print environments.
  • The WF-M20590F network MFP supports both Epson and third-party print management solutions for tracking printer fleet usage to manage costs.
  • The WF-M20590F replaces its predecessor, the WorkForce Enterprise WF-M20590, to join Epson's Enterprise lineup of high-volume line head multifunction printers.
  • Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the worldwide Epson Group generates annual sales of more than JPY 1 trillion.

MHI Ships the Core of the H-IIA Launch Vehicle (H-IIA No.42) from Nagoya Aerspace Systems Works Tobishima Plant

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Monday, June 8, 2020
Companies, Economy of Japan, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Science and technology in Japan, Tanegashima Space Center, Tanegashima, H-IIA, Aichi Prefecture

Nagoya, Japan, June 8, 2020 - (JCN Newswire) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) shipped the core of the H-IIA Launch Vehicle (H-IIA No.

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  • Nagoya, Japan, June 8, 2020 - (JCN Newswire) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) shipped the core of the H-IIA Launch Vehicle (H-IIA No.
  • 42) from the Tobishima Plant of the Nagoya Aerospace Systems Works in Aichi Prefecture to the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture.
  • The Tobishima Plant with its highest quality has been contributing to the world top class successful launch rate tracing back since the first shipment of the vehicle's test flight.
  • MHI Group employs 80,000 people across 400 locations, operating in three business domains: "Power Systems," "Industry & Infrastructure," "Aircraft, Defense & Space."

Komatsu America Corp. Motion Appealed to United States 9th Circuit Court of Appeals

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Friday, May 22, 2020
Komatsu Limited, Companies, Mining equipment, Science and technology in Japan

However, the judge granted summary judgment to the Komatsu defendants.

Key Points: 
  • However, the judge granted summary judgment to the Komatsu defendants.
  • After entry of the summary judgment order, ETON filed a notice this week to the United States Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals to appeal the dismissal of the Komatsu defendants.
  • ETON is a Las Vegas-based premier transportation company serving the Western United States with equipment, professional drivers and superior on-time service.
  • Komatsu America Corp. is a U.S. subsidiary of Komatsu Ltd., the world's second largest manufacturer and supplier of earth-moving equipment, consisting of construction, mining and compact construction equipment.

Manufacturer and Distributor of Residential and Commercial Hardware Upgrades Distribution Centers with Epson ColorWorks On-Demand Color Label Printers

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Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Office equipment, Economy of Japan, Companies, Science and technology in Japan, Computer printers, Seiko Epson, Inkjet printing, Printer, Seiko

LONG BEACH, Calif., May 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- West Four Group of Companies , a manufacturer and distributor of residential and commercial doors and hardware, is leveraging Epson ColorWorks C7500G inkjet label printers in its fast-paced operations to produce quality color labels with variable data.

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  • LONG BEACH, Calif., May 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- West Four Group of Companies , a manufacturer and distributor of residential and commercial doors and hardware, is leveraging Epson ColorWorks C7500G inkjet label printers in its fast-paced operations to produce quality color labels with variable data.
  • West Four is using the Epson ColorWorks C7500G on-demand inkjet label printer, along with CYBRA Corporation's MarkMagic Bar Code Labels, RFID Tags and Forms Software, to automate and streamline operations in its distribution centers.
  • Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the worldwide Epson Group generates annual sales of more than JPY 1 trillion global.epson.com/ .
  • EPSON, ColorWorks, PrecisionCore, and UltraChrome are registered trademarks and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation.

Fujitsu Employee Wins Medal of Honor with Purple Ribbon in the 2020 Spring Conferment for Inventing Technology for Supercomputers

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Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Science and technology in Japan, Computing, Economy of Japan, Fujitsu, Furukawa Group, K computer, Central processing unit, Parallel computing

- Fujitsu employee Yuichiro Ajima to receive a national honor, the Medal with Purple Ribbon, for significantly contributing to the development of science and technology in Japan with the invention of high-dimensional interconnect technology.

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  • - Fujitsu employee Yuichiro Ajima to receive a national honor, the Medal with Purple Ribbon, for significantly contributing to the development of science and technology in Japan with the invention of high-dimensional interconnect technology.
  • In such a system, each processor exchanges data including calculation results with each other to realize large-scale simulation processing.
  • To overcome such challenges, Fujitsu invented high-dimensional interconnect technology(1) which makes more processors adjacent to each other by increasing communication paths.
  • Fujitsu is the leading Japanese information and communication technology (ICT) company, offering a full range of technology products, solutions, and services.

OMRON supports COVID-19 relief efforts with donations to charitable organizations

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Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Access control, Industrial automation, Omron, Charitable organization, Companies, Economy of Japan, Science and technology in Japan

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., April 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- OMRON, a global technology company, recently announced a series of cash and product donations to local charities through OMRON Foundation, its charitable arm in the United States, and through OMRON Healthcare, Inc.

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  • HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., April 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- OMRON, a global technology company, recently announced a series of cash and product donations to local charities through OMRON Foundation, its charitable arm in the United States, and through OMRON Healthcare, Inc.
  • In addition, OMRON Healthcare is donating 500 blood pressure monitors to Direct Relief for critical areas around the U.S.
    Food banksin several communities located near OMRON facilities across the United States.
  • Founded in 1989, OMRON Foundation, Inc. (OFI) coordinates the charitable efforts of OMRON offices in the U.S. to achieve the greatest positive social impact.
  • The Foundation divides its charitable resources among organizations benefiting education, people with disabilities, cultural programs, health, and other social concerns including disaster relief.

TDK Ventures Invests in Biomagnetic Medical Imaging Company Genetesis

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Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Cardiology, Technology, Manufacturing, Professional services, Health, Radiology, Venture capital, Semiconductor, Other Technology, Nanotechnology, Engineering, TDK, Coronary artery disease, Economy of Japan, Companies, Science and technology in Japan, TDK Corporation, TDK Ventures, Genetesis

TDK Corporation (TSE:6762) announces that subsidiary TDK Ventures Inc. adds to its growing portfolio of companies with an investment in Genetesis , a world leader in non-invasive biomagnetic imaging.

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  • TDK Corporation (TSE:6762) announces that subsidiary TDK Ventures Inc. adds to its growing portfolio of companies with an investment in Genetesis , a world leader in non-invasive biomagnetic imaging.
  • To find out more about TDK Ventures, interested startups or investment partners may contact TDK Ventures: www.tdk-ventures.com or [email protected] .
  • TDK Ventures will co-invest and support promising portfolio companies by providing technical expertise and access to global markets where TDK operates.
  • Genetesis is a medical technology company focused on redefining the way myocardial ischemia and coronary artery disease are detected.

Epson Reinforces Commitment to Changing Needs of Creative Professionals with New Photography Desktop Printers

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Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Companies, Economy of Japan, Science and technology in Japan, Computer printers, Seiko Epson, Office equipment, Printer, Seiko, Inkjet printing

The printers touta new 10-channel MicroPiezoAMCprinthead to increase productivity, with dedicated channels for both Photo and Matte Black ink types no ink switching necessary.

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  • The printers touta new 10-channel MicroPiezoAMCprinthead to increase productivity, with dedicated channels for both Photo and Matte Black ink types no ink switching necessary.
  • Using an updated mobile version of Epson Print Layout software, full support and color management tools are provided for iPhone and iPad printing.
  • Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the worldwide Epson Group generates annual sales of more than U.S. $10 billion.
  • Epson America, Inc., based in Long Beach, Calif., is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America.