Shunan, Japan—Tosoh Hi-Tec, Inc. (Headquarters: Yamaguchi Prefecture, President: Shunya Shinohara), a member of the Tosoh Group, today announces the implementation of a solar power generation system, which officially began operations on January 29, 2024.
Installed atop the Fukugawa Factory, Tosoh Hi-Tec's primary facility, the solar panels boast a maximum output of 750 kW. Designed primarily for internal consumption, the system is projected to generate approximately 840 MWh annually. This amount of energy could power around 230 typical households, each consisting of four individuals, based on an average daily consumption of 10 kWh per household. Moreover, this renewable energy source accounts for nearly 30% of the company's total electricity consumption in the Fukugawa area, which also encompasses the company’s TRC* Factory. This solar power system is forecast to curtail CO2 emissions by approximately 438 metric tons each year.
Tosoh Hi-Tec underscores its commitment to local renewable energy production and consumption by harnessing solar power for internal use. The company will continue to combat climate change and contribute to realizing a sustainable society.
In addition to the solar power initiative, Tosoh Hi-Tec is implementing automation equipment to bolster production efficiency. At the Fukugawa Factory, a digitalization system has been introduced for assembly procedures for diagnostic and separations equipment. Leveraging 3D CAD models, this system autonomously generates assembly sequences and produces user-friendly 3D instruction manuals, featuring one step per page. It also automatically estimates the duration of each step.
Meanwhile, at the TRC Factory, automation equipment is set to revolutionize the packaging process, replacing manual procedures. This upgrade, slated for operation commencement in April 2024, highlights Tosoh Hi-Tec's dedication to digital transformation initiatives. The company aims to foster further growth and bolster its competitive edge through these endeavors.
*TRC stands for Transcription Reverse-transcription Concerted reaction
Overview of solar power generation system
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Equipment
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・On-site self-consumption type solar power generation system
・Maximum output: 750 kW
・2,044 solar panels, covering an area of 6,800m2
・Remote monitoring and measurement system
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Operations
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・Commenced on January 29, 2024
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Location
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・Fukugawa Factory, Tosoh Hi-Tec, Inc.
(1-37 Fukugawa Minamimachi, Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture)
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Benefits
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・Local production and consumption of renewable energy (self-consumption model)
・Addressing climate change (promotion of decarbonization)
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Overview of the automation equipment
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Factory
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Manufactured products
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Equipment
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Fukugawa Factory
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Diagnostic and separations equipment
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・Currently introducing a digitalization system for assembly procedures. The system automatically generates assembly sequences from 3D CAD models, creates simple 3D instruction manuals with one step per page, and estimates the working time for each step
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TRC Factory
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Reagents and materials used in genetic testing equipment
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・Completed implementation of automation equipment for the manufacturing process
・Currently implementing automation equipment for the packaging process
(Scheduled to commence operation in April 2024)
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Tonda Factory
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Eluent (assists in component separation)
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・Completed implementation of automation equipment for manufacturing and packaging processes
・Completed implementation of automation equipment for warehouse system, streamlining storage operations
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Solar panel locations
Installed solar panels
TOSOH CORPORATION
Who We Are
Tosoh Corporation is the parent of the Tosoh Group, which comprises over 100 companies worldwide and a multiethnic workforce of over 14,000 people. It generated net sales of ¥1,064.4 billion (US$7.9 billion at the average rate of ¥135.5 to the US dollar) in fiscal 2023, ended March 31, 2023.
What We Do
Tosoh is one of the largest chlor-alkali manufacturers in Asia. The company supplies the plastic resins and an array of the basic chemicals that support modern life. Tosoh’s petrochemical operations supply ethylene, polyethylene, and functional polymers, while its advanced materials business serves the global semiconductor, display, and solar industries. Tosoh has also pioneered sophisticated bioscience systems that are used for the monitoring of life-threatening diseases. In addition, Tosoh demonstrates its commitment to a sustainable future in part by manufacturing a variety of eco-products.
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