Research & Development

Development of Insert Molding Technology for Metal and Resin via a DL System

Name of Program

Recovery Promotion Program (Matching Promotion)

Inquiries

JST Recovery Promotion Center
Japan Science and Technology Agency

Affiliated Organizations

Iwate University, Iwate Industrial Research Institute, Hokko, joint development with two other companies

Overview

Establish a method in which irregularities and functional groups are introduced on the surface of the metal when performing metal insert resin injection molding, ensuring airtightness with the anchor effect and chemical bonds

Development of Leveling Assistance Equipment to Achieve Coat Thickness Uniformity

Name of Program

Equipment Development Subsidy for Demonstration, Evaluation, etc.

Inquiries

Office of Advanced Technology Demonstration and Evaluation Facilities Maintenance, etc.

Affiliated Organizations

Yamagata University, Hokko

Overview

Develop painting assistance equipment with a new concept of achieving base coat thickness uniformity in order to achieve the desired external appearance of high-brightness metallic paint.
Plan to utilize this equipment in the development of applications for high-grade painting of automotive parts, etc. as a painting technology to substitute plating.

Establishment of an Electronic Component Mounting Process for Bus Bars (Metal Terminals)

Name of Program

Support Subsidies for Manufacturing and Development by Small- and Medium-Sized Manufacturing Companies and Small-Scale Businesses

Inquiries

Miyagi Prefecture Federation of Small Business Associations

Affiliated Organizations

Hokko

Overview

Establish a process to secure a method of directly connecting electronic components to bus bars. Target LED lights, sensors, etc.

Enhancement of Manufacturing Strength for Automotive Component Molds for Larger Sizes and Higher Precision

Name of Program

Support Subsidies for Manufacturing and Development by Small- and Medium-Sized Manufacturing Companies and Small-Scale Businesses

Inquiries

Miyagi Prefecture Federation of Small Business Associations

Affiliated Organizations

Hokko Engineering

Overview

Introduce large, high-speed milling equipment in automotive component molds where client demands for larger sizes and higher precision are increasing, and improve their responsiveness and cost competitiveness.

Research and Development of Individual Manufacturing History Printing Method for Products with High-Density Integrated Substrates and Establishment of a System that can Trace Individual Manufacturing Histories

Name of Program

Project for Innovation in Manufacturing, Commerce, and Services of Small- and Medium-Sized Companies and Small-Scale Businesses

Inquiries

Miyagi Prefecture Federation of Small Business Associations

Affiliated Organizations

Hokko

Overview

Research and development of systems that can trace individual product manufacturing histories by adding individual identification codes without having an effect on the high-density integrated substrates used in automotive parts.
Establish a system that allows for superiority over other companies, improved customer satisfaction, and enhanced competitiveness in the automotive industry, in which parts sharing continues to advance.