Basic Principles
Global environmental problems are an urgent issue, and we believe that the manufacturing industry is required to make changes.
In order for our company’s growth and survival, all of our employees must work together to address such environmental issues.
As part of our corporate social responsibility, we aim to be a company that valued by our customers by taking actions that address environmental issues, and by providing products suitable for the times.
Environmental Policy
Products
Cadmium and Lead are both controlled substances that are used in both brazing filler metals and solder. The following chart shows that ratio of sales of silver brazing filler metals containing cadmium and solder containing lead has decreased significantly.
Transitioning away from Cadmium-containing Silver Brazing Filler Metals
| Silver brazing filler metals | 2010 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Cadmium-free | 80.39% | 92.80%(+12.41%) |
| Cadmium-containing | 19.61% | 7.20%(-12.41%) |
Transitioning away from Lead-containing solder
| Solder | 2010 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Lead-free | 71.98% | 79.40%(+7.42%) |
| Lead-containing | 28.02% | 20.60%(-7.42%) |
However, both cadmium and lead are very effective when added to brazing filler metals and solder, and depending on the application are still used today by some SMEs and sole-proprietors. We also have a responsibility to provide products to such products, and we will continue to think of the suitable ways to continue provide products while addressing effectiveness, environmental concerns and the current needs of both society and our customers.
Factory
Installation of LED Lights
In order to reduce the energy usage of our factory, we have replaced all lights with LEDs.
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Before Installation
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During Installation
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After Installation
“Cool Roof” Insulation and Energy Saving Air Conditioning
A thermal barrier coating was applied to the exterior walls and a “cooling roof” was installed on the roof. This saves electricity usage by blocking heat in summer, retaining heat in winter and increasing the efficiency of the air-conditioning.
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Before Installation
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After Installation
Employee Training on SDGs
All employees attended a seminar regarding SDGs, deepening each employee’s understanding of the SDGs
Compliance
Over the years, actions like checking Product’s SDS (Safety Data Sheets), RoHS, SVHC, chemSHERPA, controlled substances and conflict minerals has been becoming increasingly complex. As a result, we have been increasingly receiving requests from our customers regarding such information, and we will continue to strive to meet such requests appropriately, accurately and swiftly.