Japan Machine Tool Orders: December 2023
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) has reported that global orders for Japan machine tools in December 2023 reached a total of 127.09 billion yen (869 million USD…
Japan Machine Tool Orders Expected to Increase by Only 1% in 2024
Japan machine tool orders in 2024 are anticipated to reach 1.5 trillion yen, marking the first increase in two years, though with a modest 0.9% rise from 2023.
Sodick Announces Medium-Term Management Plan: Targets 90.7 Billion Yen Sales by 2026
Sodick announces a medium-term management plan to target 90.7 Billion Yen sales and 5.5 Billion Yen net profit by 2026, focusing on structural reforms and overseas production revie…
Car Production in January 2024 totaled 142,102 units
The January production reached at 142,102 units, decreased 12.46% (YoY). Produced for domestic use decreased 33.62% (YoY) and produced for export decreased 50.89% (YoY).
Japan’s Manufacturing Scene Is Fluctuating – Quality Is A Management Problem
Japan’s manufacturing scene is in flux, with quality becoming a "management problem." "Industrial morality" is deemed essential for top management. Recent quality fraud issues at J…
Japan Machine Tool Orders: January 2024
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) has reported that global orders for Japan machine tools in January 2024 amounted to 110.96 billion yen ($755 million), a decre…
Japanese Tyre Manufacturers Boost Investment, Ramp Up Premium Tyres to Meet Rising Demand
Four tyre companies' capital investment increased by 7%, expanding high-value-added products responding to increased demand through structural reforms and accelerating development …
Nippon Steel Increases Ratio of Mined Ore to 40%, Ensuring Stable Procurement through Overseas Investment
Nippon Steel, the world's fourth-largest steel producer, is enhancing supply chain stability by announcing a policy to increase the proportion of coal and iron ore procured from it…
Auto Parts Companies Prepare to Introduce "Gigacast" for Large Molds and Prototypes
Regarding the timing of the spread of Gigacast, a technology for integrally molding vehicle body structures, in Japan, several people involved have said the following. 2024 will be…
Car Production in February 2024 totaled 133,690 units
In February 2024, Thailand produced a total of 133,690 vehicles, a decrease of 19.28% from the same period last year. This was due to a decrease in both exports and domestic sales,…
Japan Machine Tool Orders: February 2024
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) has reported that global orders for Japan machine tools in February 2024 amounted to 110.96 billion yen ($755 million), a decr…
Eating sushi in space?
Yamagata University in Japan is pioneering the concept of eating sushi in space by developing a miniature 3D food printer using inkjet technology.
Isuzu Protects Its “Stronghold” in Thailand
Isuzu arms itself to defend its market leadership in pickup trucks (LCVs) in Thailand, holding the top market share of 30-40% and known as “the people's cars.”
Get to Know DOME LOHA 664T, Thailand's First Metal 3D Printer
DOME LOHA 664T, the first metal 3D printer in Thailand, is developed, designed, and manufactured entirely by Thai engineers, led by Dome Nuchanong.
Car Production in March 2024 totaled 138,331 units
In March 2024, Thailand produced 138,331 cars, down 23.08% from March 2023. This drop was due to reduced domestic production and sales, particularly in pickup trucks and passenger …
Japan Machine Tool Orders: March 2024
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) reported that global orders for Japan machine tools in March 2024 amounted to 136.65 billion yen ($886.77 million), an increas…
Automakers Accelerate Development of Solid-State Battery, Eyeing Competitive Edge in EV Market.
Accelerating All-Solid-State Battery Development to Improve EV Competitiveness with Long-Range Cruising and Low Cost.
Car Production in April dropped by 11.02% to 104,667 units.
In April 2024, Thailand's total vehicle production amounted to 104,667 units, a decrease of 11.02% due to a decline in the production of passenger cars and pickup trucks for domest…
Toyota Posts Record Profits as Hybrid Car Sales Surge in North America, Japan, and China
Toyota achieved record profits in fiscal year 2023 due to stable new car sales, particularly hybrid vehicles, in North America, Europe, and Japan. Continuous product improvements a…
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Japan Machine Tool Orders: April 2024
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) reported that global orders for Japan machine tools in April 2024 amounted to 120.90 billion yen ($777.78 million), an decreas…
Toyota Develops New Efficient 1500cc and 2000cc Engines for Electrification
Toyota achieved record profits in fiscal year 2023 due to stable new car sales, particularly hybrid vehicles, in North America, Europe, and Japan. Continuous product improvements a…
GESAC Drives Innovation at G-PAK2024 Roadshow, Strong Start in Asia-Pacific
GESAC celebrates a successful G-PAK2024 Asia-Pacific Product Roadshow, connecting with users and partners globally. The event showcased an expanded tungsten product portfolio, push…
Car Painting Revolution: CO2 Emissions Slashed
Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd. announced a revolutionary “paint transfer sheet” that significantly reduces carbon dioxide emissions in the automobile painting process.
Japanese Machinery and Tool Giants Forecast Strong Growth
Top Japanese machinery and tool companies are projecting growth in 2024, fueled by increased investments in semiconductors and electric vehicles.
Thailand Car Production Drops 16.19% in May Amidst Economic Slowdown and EV Readiness Concerns
Thailand's vehicle production in May 2024 reached 126,161 units, a 16.19% decline from last year. The decrease is attributed to subdued domestic sales, sluggish economic growth, an…
Japan Machine Tool Orders: May 2024
Orders for Japanese machine tools worldwide in May 2024 amounted to 124.53 billion yen (US$774.71 million), up 3.0% from the previous month, and a 4.2% increase from the same month…
TAKAMAZ PRIVATE SHOW 2024 Spotlights “Energy Saving” Trend, Aiding Metal Component Manufacturers in Achieving Carbon Neutrality
TAKAMAZ PRIVATE SHOW 2024 to promote the “Energy Saving” trend among metal component manufacturers and launches the new XWG-3 CNC lathe, designed to support carbon neutrality and i…
Thailand Car Production Drops 16.19% in June 2024 Due to Decrease in Domestic Sales Production
Thailand's vehicle production in June 2024 totaled 116,289 units, marking a 20.11% decline from the previous year and a 7.82% drop from May. The main factor was a significant reduc…
Okuma Thailand Invites to Enhance Production Efficiency at the LUNCH & LEARN 5-AXIS MACHINING CENTERS SEMINAR 2024
Okuma Techno (Thailand) Ltd., in collaboration with its partners, is hosting the “LUNCH & LEARN 5-AXIS MACHINING CENTERS SEMINAR 2024” from July 25-26, 2024, at the company's headq…
Car Certification Fraud Exposes Industry Systemic Issues
Fraud in automobile-type approvals applications is sending ripples through the industry. The incident, which began at Daihatsu Motor has spread to five domestic passenger car manuf…
Japan Machine Tool Orders: June 2024
The Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) has reported that global orders for Japanese machine tools in June 2024 totaled 133.82 billion yen (US$909.95 million), a 7.5% …
Suzuki to Develop New Vehicle with 100kg Less Weight, to Be Launched in Early 2030s
Toyota Freezes Parts Prices to Ease Supplier Burden
Toyota has decided to keep prices unchanged for parts procurement in the second half of the 2024 fiscal year, including for large-scale suppliers, to alleviate the burden of risin…
Japan's R&D Spending Hits New High Toyota Leads
Japanese companies have significantly increased their research and development (R&D) spending for the 15th consecutive year. Toyota Motor Corporation has maintained its position as…
YG-1 Launches Prime Tap X-Coating line of High Performance HSS-PM Taps
YG-1 Launches Prime Tap X-Coating line for high performance tapping across a range of ductile materials including carbon and alloy steels, ductile irons, aluminum, and stainless st…
Thailand Car Production Drops 16.62% in July 2024 Due to Domestic Car Sales Crash
Thailand's vehicle production in July 2024 reached 124,829 units, a 16.62% drop year-on-year. This was primarily caused by a 40.85% decrease in domestic sales.
Japan's Machine Tool Orders Dip in July, Thailand Sees Significant Drop
The JMTBA has reported a slight decline in global orders for Japanese machine tools in July 2024. Total orders reached 123.942 billion yen ($843.86 million), marking a 7.4% decreas…
Revolutionizing Thailand's Manufacturing Industry: "The Utmost Stories of 5 Axis Technology" – First-Ever Event in Thailand Coming This October
Thailand's Auto Production Plunges 20% in August 2023
Thailand's automotive production experienced a substantial decline in August 2024, with a total of 119,680 units produced—a 20.56% decrease compared to the same month in 2023.
Toyota's Move Could Reshape the Steel Market
The hot-rolled steel market, once stable, is now facing a potential decline. Toyota's recent price cut on automotive steel has sparked concerns.
5-Axis Tech Takes Center Stage! Almost 400 Industry Leaders Gather at The Event.
Almost 400 industry professionals gathered at the Thai-German Institute in Chonburi on October 3-4 for the "The Utmost Stories of 5 Axis Technology" event.
Japan's Machine Tool Orders Slip Again in August 2024
Japan's machine tool orders fell for the second consecutive month in August, according to the latest JMTBA data. The total value of orders placed in August stood at 110.770 billion…
ASEAN-Japan Collaborate on Next-Generation Vehicle Strategy, with a Roadmap to 2035
Japanese manufacturers hold a significant market share in ASEAN, but Chinese automakers have been gaining ground in recent years. By deepening cooperation with ASEAN, Japan aims to…
Automotive Industry Stumbles! Vehicle Production Down 25.48% in September
In September 2024, Thailand's total vehicle production reached 122,277 units, marking a 25.48% decrease compared to September 2023, with the decline impacting both export productio…
Special Offer from Hitachi: Boost Your Production Confidence
Hitachi proudly presents a complete solution package tailored for foundries and metal producers: the Vulcan Series Handheld LIBS and OE Series Spark OES, now available with an excl…
Japan's Machine Tool Orders Rise in September, Domestic and Overseas Markets Show Mixed Results
Japan's machine tool orders rebounded for the first time in three months in September 2024. Orders reached 125.36 billion yen (US$814.01 million), a 13.2% increase from the previou…
Proterial Develops Advanced Magnetic Sheet for Non-Contact EV Charging
Proterial, formerly Hitachi Metals, has developed a cutting-edge magnetic sheet and panel using soft magnetic materials to enhance non-contact charging systems for electric vehicle…
TaeguTec Elevates Shoulder Milling with New V-Bottom AVKT WIN-MILL
AVKT WIN-MILL line of shoulder milling inserts characterized by its robust V-shaped bottom clamping design, has already gained significant recognition for delivering exceptional pe…
TAKAMAZ Unveils Innovative Smart Lathe at METALEX 2024, Driving Sustainable Manufacturing
TAKAMAZ is set to showcase its latest innovations at METALEX 2024, held at BITEC Bangkok. Part manufacturers are invited to explore the future of machining with TAKAMAZ’s cutting-e…