Technology description and functionality:
The KITO ER2 Electric Chain Hoist is a high-performance lifting solution designed for safe, efficient, and reliable material handling in industrial applications. It features a compact design, a high-strength nickel-plated load chain, and a durable motor for continuous operation. The ER2 incorporates a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) for smooth acceleration, deceleration, and precise load positioning, reducing load swing and improving operational accuracy. Safety features include an electromagnetic brake, overload protection, thermal motor protection, and upper and lower limit switches. Its low-maintenance design and long service life help reduce downtime and operating costs. Suitable for manufacturing, automotive, logistics, and warehouse operations, the KITO ER2 enhances productivity, workplace safety, and equipment reliability while supporting modern smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
 

Criteria:

• Development of Next-Generation Materials, Coatings & Tooling Systems 
• Innovations Extending Tool Life, Performance & Application Range 
• Solutions Enabling Processing of Advanced or Difficult Materials 

Technology description and functionality:

Polymer Ace / Polymer Multi Tape / Silico Sheet AD are highly durable silicone material, for following infrastructure and equipment maintenance issues...

- Leakage

- Crack

- Corrosion prevention

- Deterioration prevention

These innovative silicone products provide long-term reliability of adhesiveness and protection with ease of installation, which could reduce the life cycle costs of civil engineering and construction buildings and equipment.

Criteria:

• Development of Next-Generation Materials, Coatings & Tooling Systems 
• Innovations Extending Tool Life, Performance & Application Range 
• Solutions Enabling Processing of Advanced or Difficult Materials  

Technology description and functionality:

• Multiple cutting edges: Available with 4, 6, or up to 10 cutting edges. The PNMU insert offers 10 edges, helping reduce cost per edge.
• Small entering angle: Supports high-feed machining by reducing chip thickness and cutting forces, helping extend tool life.
• Curved cutting edge and wiper: Help lower cutting forces and improve surface finish.
• Optimized chipbreaker: Improves chip control and helps reduce burr formation across a range of materials.
• Designed for sustainability: Double-sided and multi-edge inserts make fuller use of each insert, helping reduce insert consumption and cost.

YG-1 Captive Inserts bring together productivity, cost efficiency, and sustainability in a cutting tool solution.

Criteria:

• Development of Next-Generation Materials, Coatings & Tooling Systems 
• Innovations Extending Tool Life, Performance & Application Range 
• Solutions Enabling Processing of Advanced or Difficult Materials  

Technology description and functionality:

• Cermet end mill with excellent wear resistance
• Reduces chip adhesion for stable cutting performance
• Specialized cutting edge delivers high-quality surface finishing
• MUGEN COATING extends tool life and maintains machining stability

Criteria:

• Development of Next-Generation Materials, Coatings & Tooling Systems 
• Innovations Extending Tool Life, Performance & Application Range 
• Solutions Enabling Processing of Advanced or Difficult Materials  

Technology description and functionality:

• High-performance solid carbide cutting tools
• Uses micro-grain carbide & advanced PVD/CVD coatings
• Optimized geometry improves chip evacuation, stability & surface finish
• Extends tool life while reducing vibration & energy consumption

Criteria:

• Development of Next-Generation Materials, Coatings & Tooling Systems 
• Innovations Extending Tool Life, Performance & Application Range 
• Solutions Enabling Processing of Advanced or Difficult Materials  

Technology description and functionality:

• High-performance hot-work tool steel for HPDC & forging

• ESR Superclean metallurgy improves toughness and material consistency

• Resists heat checking, thermal fatigue & premature die failure

• Maintains high hardness, strength & stability at elevated temperatures

Criteria:

• Development of Next-Generation Materials, Coatings & Tooling Systems 
• Innovations Extending Tool Life, Performance & Application Range 
• Solutions Enabling Processing of Advanced or Difficult Materials  

Technology description and functionality:

• UDC diamond-coated end mills for cemented carbide machining

• High-hardness coating improves adhesion, durability & tool life

• Optimized geometry enables stable, deep cutting

• Supports high-efficiency, high-accuracy machining of cemented carbide

Criteria:

• Development of Next-Generation Materials, Coatings & Tooling Systems 
• Innovations Extending Tool Life, Performance & Application Range 
• Solutions Enabling Processing of Advanced or Difficult Materials  

Technology description and functionality:

iglidur plastic bearings allow for maintenance-free bearing points without PTFE and have been tested for the 96 PFAS substances considered critical for the environment and health. They are durable, require no additional lubricants and reduce friction.

Criteria:

• Development of Next-Generation Materials, Coatings & Tooling Systems
• Innovations Extending Tool Life, Performance & Application Range 
• Solutions Enabling Processing of Advanced or Difficult Materials 

Technology description and functionality:

A lightweight, high-strength material that requires significantly less tungsten (W) and cobalt (Co) than conventional cemented carbide.

• Wear resistance comparable to cemented carbide
• Superior corrosion resistance compared to cemented carbide
• Offers machinability comparable to cemented carbide."

Criteria:

• Development of Next-Generation Materials, Coatings & Tooling Systems
• Innovations Extending Tool Life, Performance & Application Range 
• Solutions Enabling Processing of Advanced or Difficult Materials