Environmental Conservation at Business Locations in Japan

In the following sections, people responsible for environmental conservation at the business locations of Kobe Steel and its main group companies report on their activities.

Environmental conservation in the Kobe Steel Group is advancing thanks to the cumulative efforts and progress that each location makes.

 Name of location/group company

Address
Tel Fax

Main products

photo
Name
Comments from general manager or environmental officer

Map 1.Kakogawa Works 2.Kobe Works 3.Kobelco Engineered Construction Materials Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Plant) 4.Shinko Wire Company, Ltd. (Amagasaki Works) 5.Shinko Wire Company, Ltd., Wire Rope Division (Onoe Works) 6.Kobelco Steel Tube Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Shimonoseki Works) 7.Shinko Bolt, Ltd. (Head Office/Plant) 8.Ceratechno Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Akashi Plant) 9.Ceratechno Co., Ltd. (Bizen Plant) 10.Nippon Koshuha Steel Co., Ltd. (Toyama Works) 11.Kansai Coke and Chemicals Company, Limited (Kakogawa Factory) 12.Japan Aeroforge, Ltd. (Head Office Plant) 13.Fujisawa Plant 14.Ibaraki Plant 15.Saijo Plant 16.Fukuchiyama Plant 17.Shinko Actec Co., Ltd. (Hidaka Plant) 18.Hanshin Yosetsu Kizai Co., Ltd. (Okayama Plant) 19.Moka Plant 20.Chofu Works 21.Daian Plant 22.Shinko Metal Products Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Plant) 23.Shinko Aluminum Wire Co., Ltd. (Head Office Plant) 24.Shinko-North Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Kasumigaura Plant) 25.Shinko Leadmikk Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Plant) 26.Kobelco & Materials Copper Tube, Ltd. (Hatano Plant) 27.Harima Plant 28.Shinko Engineering Co., Ltd. (Head Office) 29.Kobelco Eco-Solutions Co., Ltd. (Harima Plant) 30.Kobelco Eco-Solutions Co., Ltd. (Technical Research Center) 31.Kobelco Power Kobe Inc. (Kobe Power Plant) 32.Takasago Works 33.Kobe Corporate Research Laboratories 34.Kobelco Research Institute, Inc. (Target Division) 35.Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (Hiroshima factory) 36.Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (Ogaki factory) 37.Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. 38.Japan Superconductor Technology, Inc. (Wire Plant, Moji Factory) 39.Shinko Industrial Co., Ltd. (Head Office)

Iron & Steel Business

 Kakogawa Works

1 Kanazawacho, Kakogawa, Hyogo 675-0137, Japan
Tel +81-79-436-1111 Fax +81-79-436-1400

Main products
Steel plates, hot-rolled steel sheets, cold-rolled steel sheets, surface-treated steel sheets, wire rods

Koichiro Shibata
Koichiro Shibata
General Manager
We prioritize safety, environmental friendliness and disaster prevention, and we also consider adherence to laws and regulatory agreements to be a matter of course. We pursue a variety of initiatives to contribute to society by reducing environmental impact, including reducing dust fall, promoting energy conservation and recycling, and developing more environmentally friendly products. We implement ongoing training to increase levels of environmental awareness, and strive to promote harmony with local communities by communicating with the public in a variety of ways.

 Kobe Works

2 Nadahama Higashicho, Nada-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 657-0863, Japan
Tel +81-78-882-8030 Fax +81-78-882-8290

Main products
Steel wire rods and bars

Shoji Miyazaki
Shoji Miyazaki
General Manager
As an urban steelworks with strong roots in the city of Kobe, we are always mindful of our relationship with the local community and make every effort to preserve the environment. Although the pig iron and steel mills will be shut down at the end of October 2017, we will maintain and build on our tradition of meticulous environmental management under the new production system, remaining a safe and reliable steelworks for the local community.

 Kobelco Engineered Construction Materials Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Plant)

46 Marushimacho, Amagasaki, Hyogo 660-0086, Japan
Tel +81-6-6418-2621 Fax +81-6-6418-6701

Main products
Guardrails, bridge railing, grating, anti-slip steel plates, aluminum road material

Masanori Kajiwara
Masanori Kajiwara
Deputy General Manager, Manufacturing Division
Nine years have passed since we began Eco-Action 21 initiatives. In fiscal 2016, we implemented improvements at all plants, such as the introduction of invertor compressors and other improvements to proactively save energy and conserve resources. In the future, we will continue to strive to reduce environmental impact and contribute to society.

 Shinko Wire Company, Ltd. (Amagasaki Works)

10-1 Nakahamacho, Amagasaki, Hyogo 660-0091, Japan
Tel +81-6-6411-1071 Fax +81-6-6411-9644

Main products
Steel wires and processed steel wire products for prestressed concrete (PC), coated steel wires, spring steel wires

Tatsuya Okazaki
Tatsuya Okazaki
General Manager
Shinko Wire acquired Eco-Action 21 certification and registration in 2007. As a secondary wire rod products manufacturer, we develop and manufacture products aiming for higher strength, greater corrosion resistance and longer life to support high-tech industries such as civil engineering, construction, automotive and IT. Our products contribute to reduced CO2 emissions and resource and energy conservation. In fiscal 2017, we focused on promoting energy-saving and compliance-related activities, striving to further reduce environmental impact.

 Shinko Wire Company, Ltd., Wire Rope Division (Onoe Works)

128 Onoecho Imafuku, Kakogawa, Hyogo 675-0027, Japan
Tel +81-79-424-2681 Fax +81-79-424-2686

Main products
General wire ropes, special wire ropes, processed rope products, other secondary wire rod products

Fumio Tanigawa
Fumio Tanigawa
General Manager
As part of our environmental improvement activities centered on saving energy and resources, in fiscal 2016 we worked to reduce environmental impact by increasing yield and quality and by promoting Eco-Action 21 activities. In fiscal 2017, we will work to reduce unnecessary energy consumption through effective use of our new wire drawing machine and visualization of power usage, striving to be a plant that contributes to environmental conservation.

 Kobelco Steel Tube Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Shimonoseki Works)

13-1 Chofu Minatomachi, Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi 752-0953, Japan
Tel +81-83-246-3781 Fax +81-83-245-1092

Main products
Seamless stainless steel tubes, precision tubes, specialty tubes, titanium tubes

Koichi Hirota
Koichi Hirota
Managing Director and General Manager, Shimonoseki Works
Aiming for sustainable development, we implement continuous improvements at all stages of product development, production and disposal. We promote activities to prevent pollution and protect the environment, and have achieved notable reductions in waste. In fiscal 2017 we will focus on responding to shifts in environmental impact accompanying the change in product mix

 Shinko Bolt, Ltd. (Head Office/Plant)

17 Futamata Shinmachi, Ichikawa, Chiba 272-0002, Japan
Tel +81-47-328-6551 Fax +81-47-328-6558

Main products
High-strength bolts (torque control bolts, high-strength bolts)

Yoshihiro Mitani
Yoshihiro Mitani
Director, General Manager, Production Department and General Manager, Technical Department
In fiscal 2016, Shinko Bolt was recognized by the Eco-Action Office, for 10 years of continuous certification since first acquiring Eco-Action 21 certification in 2007. We also implemented a proposal from on-site bolt former operators to reduce soot during heading, greatly improving working conditions and reducing costs. This initiative received a special prize of recognition from the president of the company, serving as an inspiration for other workers at the plant.

 Ceratechno Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Akashi Plant)

11-70 Kisaki 5-chome, Akashi, Hyogo 673-0037, Japan
Tel +81-78-923-8678 Fax +81-78-923-8397

Main products
Refractory bricks, various unshaped refractories

Hidenori Tada
Hidenori Tada
General Manager
We are implementing activities in line with Eco-Action 21 at each worksite, focusing on saving energy, cutting waste, and reducing the use of hazardous substances. In particular, we are actively working on conserving electricity and on reducing peak power consumption. Going forward, we will strive for continual improvements to reduce our environmental impact and preserve the local environment.

 Ceratechno Co., Ltd. (Bizen Plant)

2835-7 Honami, Bizen, Okayama 705-0033, Japan
Tel +81-869-67-0011 Fax +81-869-67-1346

Main products
Refractory bricks, various unshaped refractories

Shinya Arima
Shinya Arima
General Manager
In order to preserve the local community and living environment, we proactively work to conserve energy and water, reduce industrial waste and promote recycling. We strive to further decrease environmental impact through compliance with environmental laws and regulations and plantwide Eco-Action 21 activities.

 Nippon Koshuha Steel Co., Ltd. (Toyama Works)

10-15 Hachimanmachi 3-chome, Imizu, Toyama 934-8502, Japan
Tel +81-766-84-3181 Fax +81-766-84-3468

Main products
Special steel forgings (die steel, steel for plastic molds, other precision forged steels), special rolled steel

Kenichi Horikawa
Kenichi Horikawa
Director and General Manager, Toyama Works
Believing that safety and the environment are top priorities, we will strive to coexist with local communities and achieve environmental improvements. In fiscal 2017, we will focus on conserving energy by converting to city gas for heating furnaces and LED for factory lighting, and on reducing and reusing iron and steel byproducts such as dust, slag and sludge.

 Kansai Coke and Chemicals Company, Limited (Kakogawa Plant)

7 Kanazawacho, Kakogawa, Hyogo 675-0137, Japan
Tel +81-79-436-1500 Fax +81-79-435-1626

Main products
Coke, coke oven gas, chemical products

Tsutomu Okai
Tsutomu Okai
General Manager
At the Kakogawa Plant, we work in conjunction with Kobe Steel's Kakogawa Works to build a safe and clean plant and earn the trust of the local community, promoting activities to prevent air and water pollution, save energy, appropriately manage waste, and otherwise protect the environment.

 Japan Aeroforge, Ltd. (Head Office Plant)

8264-7 Shinminato, Tamashima Otoshima, Kurashiki, Okayama 713-8103, Japan
Tel +81-86-523-0135 Fax +81-86-523-0137

Main products
Large titanium alloy and nickel alloy forgings for aerospace and power generation

Masayuki Okano
Masayuki Okano
President and Representative Director
Japan Aeroforge utilizes a 50,000-ton hydraulic press—one of the world's largest窶杯o manufacture large forged parts for airplanes and power generation. In fiscal 2016, we expanded our product menu and began the mass production of engine parts. We will continue to improve energy efficiency by increasing the size of production lots, promoting continuous operation and reducing reprocessing.

Welding Business

 Fujisawa Plant

100-1 Miyamae, Fujisawa, Kanagawa 251-8551, Japan
Tel +81-466-20-3111 Fax +81-466-20-3115

Main products
Flux-cored wires, welding robot systems

Manabu Nagata
Manabu Nagata
General Manager
In fiscal 2016, the Fujisawa Plant was able to reduce environmental impact, decreasing water usage and waste production. In fiscal 2017, we will pursue a shift to the ISO 14001:2015 standard, further raising our skill and implementing new systems. We will also strive to raise awareness of environmental management systems through coexistence and cooperation with the community, for instance through local community cleanup drives.

 Ibaraki Plant

2-19 Higashi-Unobecho, Ibaraki, Osaka 567-0879, Japan
Tel +81-72-621-2111 Fax +81-72-621-2015

Main products
Covered welding electrodes, flux-cored wires, mixed fluxes

Tomoshi Kono
Tomoshi Kono
General Manager
As an urban plant adjacent to residential areas, we endeavor to consider the local environment in our operations. In fiscal 2016, we introduced environmental equipment and strove to strengthen environmental management. We also pursued "satoyama" (countryside forest) conservation activities to protect the rich natural environment of Ibaraki. In fiscal 2017, we will continue to promote such activities.

 Saijo Plant

6400-1 Saijocho Misonou, Higashi-Hiroshima, Hiroshima 739-0024, Japan
Tel +81-82-423-3311 Fax +81-82-420-0038

Main products
Covered welding electrodes

Naoki Fujimoto[]
Naoki Fujimoto
General Manager
In fiscal 2016, we reevaluated the effectiveness of measures to prevent reoccurrence of past instances of environmental noncompliance at the Saijo Plant, ensuring that such mechanisms are functioning correctly. In the future we will continue to strive to reduce environmental impact, including through reduction of waste and appropriate management of chemical substances. Additionally, we will actively support our overseas manufacturing bases.

 Fukuchiyama Plant

3-36 Osadanocho, Fukuchiyama, Kyoto 620-0853, Japan
Tel +81-773-27-2131 Fax +81-773-27-6358

Main products
Solid welding wires

Katsuyuki Sako
Katsuyuki Sako
General Manager
In fiscal 2016, we worked to reduce environmental impact by updating and maintaining major equipment to prevent leakage of chemical substances at aging facilities and from infrastructure. We also strove to increase environmental awareness among employees through disaster drills and environmental training. In the future, we will continue to make improvements to equipment to reduce environmental impact, as well as engage in activities to increase environmental awareness among employees.

 Shinko Actec Co., Ltd. (Hidaka Plant)

682 Hidakacho Iwanaka, Toyooka, Hyogo 669-5302, Japan
Tel +81-796-42-1212 Fax +81-796-42-1218

Main products
Backing material for welding, high functional odor eliminating filters

Tadahiro Murata
Tadahiro Murata
General Manager
In light of the serious breach of compliance regarding industrial waste in fiscal 2016, we took efforts to reacquaint all employees with legal and regulatory compliance through our environmental policies. We will step up Eco-Action 21 activities, with strong environmental awareness on the part of each employee, and implement environmentally friendly production activities.

 Hanshin Yosetsu Kizai Co., Ltd. (Okayama Plant)

1028-12 Mitsuita, Kita-ku, Okayama, Okayama 709-2105, Japan
Tel +81-86-724-4181 Fax +81-86-724-4340

Main products
Submerged arc welding fluxes

Yukio Hida
Yukio Hida
President and Representative Director
Ten years have passed since we first acquired Eco-Action 21 certification. Over that time we have achieved a certain level of results, focusing largely on activities to conserve energy and reduce waste. We will continue to make efforts, committed to the belief that environmental action is a lifelong pursuit.

Aluminum & Copper Business

 Moka Plant

No. 2 Kogyo Danchi, 15 Kinugaoka, Moka, Tochigi 321-4367, Japan
Tel +81-285-82-4111 Fax +81-285-84-0231

Main products
Aluminum sheets and strips

Masaki Tanigawa
Masaki Tanigawa
General Manager
Blessed with the clear and flowing Kinugawa River and great natural verdure, we have now operated in Moka City for 49 years. To coexist with this great natural beauty, we will continue to develop and implement increased energy-saving activities and more effective utilization of industrial waste. We also strive for harmony with the local community through our corporate activities, focusing on products that contribute to improved fuel consumption through weight savings in automobiles.

 Chofu Works

14-1 Chofu Minatomachi, Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi 752-0953, Japan
Tel +81-83-246-1211 Fax +81-83-246-1271

Main products
Aluminum extrusions, aluminum fabricated products, copper strips

Gozo Shirota
Gozo Shirota
General Manager
At the Chofu Works, we engage in ongoing activities based in ISO 14001 standards to conserve energy and resources and reduce waste. In the future, we will continue to pursue environmentally friendly manufacturing, with all employees working together to ensure compliance and reduce environmental impact. We will strive for cooperation and shared prosperity with the local community.

 Daian Plant

1100 Daiancho Umedo, Inabe, Mie 511-0284, Japan
Tel +81-594-77-0330 Fax +81-594-77-2249

Main products
Aluminum and magnesium castings, aluminum and magnesium forgings

Yuji Numabe
Yuji Numabe
General Manager
At the Daian Plant, we strive to maintain an ordered, positive, bright and cheerful workplace, conducive to open discussions. Under this corporate culture, we address a variety of challenges through the combined strengths of all employees. Regarding environmental conservation, our domestic production activities take the environment into consideration. At our overseas bases, we proactively support production activities, adhering to local national laws and keeping the environment in mind.

 Shinko Metal Products Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Plant)

2-1 Komorie 2-chome, Moji-ku, Kita-Kyushu, Fukuoka 800-0007, Japan
Tel +81-93-381-1331 Fax +81-93-381-3833

Main products
Copper alloy tubes, molds, composite products, heat exchangers

Hiroyuki Ando
Hiroyuki Ando
President and Representative Director
In fiscal 2016, we developed activities based on Eco-Action 21 standards to reduce environmental impact. Regarding energy conservation, we will continue efforts to reduce environmental impact, striving to concentrate the operation of annealing furnaces and other heating equipment and pursuing activities to reduce per-unit energy consumption.

 Shinko Aluminum Wire Co., Ltd. (Head Office Plant)

2153-1 Hishiki 2-chome, Nishi-ku, Sakai, Osaka 593-8315, Japan
Tel +81-72-271-1481 Fax +81-72-271-1486

Main products
Aluminum alloy wires and bars, aluminum wire and bar processed products

Yukio Sugishita
Yukio Sugishita
President and Director
In fiscal 2016, we received an S rank under the specified business operators rating system of the Act on the Rational Use of Energy (given to companies whose energy consumption rate averaged over five years decreased by 1 percent or more). In fiscal 2017, we aim to reduce energy consumption even further by expanding on manufacturable size breakthroughs. We will also market alloys that we have developed in the automotive market, where aluminum is being adopted as a material for bolts.

 Shinko-North Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Kasumigaura Plant)

1758-1 Kami-Inayoshi, Kasumigaura, Ibaraki 315-8523, Japan
Tel +81-299-59-4111 Fax +81-299-59-4597

Main products
Aluminum processed products such as scaffolding and automotive parts

Kunihiko Hatanaka
Kunihiko Hatanaka
President and Representative Director
In fiscal 2016, Shinko-North implemented programs to reduce environmental impact, centered on energy conservation, resource conservation and 3R activities. In the future, we will continue to implement activities to reduce environmental impact through development of environmentally friendly products and full employee participation in 5S activities, fulfilling our responsibilities as a member of the local community and increasing our corporate value.

 Shinko Leadmikk Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Plant)

2-1 Komorie 2-chome, Moji-ku, Kita-Kyushu, Fukuoka 800-0007, Japan
Tel +81-93-381-1337 Fax +81-93-381-3352

Main products
Electronic parts, semiconductor and integrated circuit parts

Atsuo Sugiura
Atsuo Sugiura
President and Representative Director
Shinko Leadmikk's basic policy is to be a company that is gentle to the Earth, with all employees engaging in activities for environmental and energy conservation. In fiscal 2016, we were able to greatly decrease levels of specially controlled waste through efficient utilization of acid waste liquid. In fiscal 2017, we will pursue activities to strength environmental risk countermeasures.

 Kobelco & Materials Copper Tube, Ltd. (Hatano Plant)

65 Hirasawa, Hadano, Kanagawa 257-0015, Japan
Tel +81-463-82-3111 Fax +81-463-83-1920

Main products
Copper tubes for air conditioners, copper tubes for water and hot water supply, copper alloy tubes

Akinori Tsuchiya
Akinori Tsuchiya
General Manager
As a top manufacturer of copper tube, our slogan is to "see to the heart of challenges and bring progress to manufacturing." We will maintain high productivity, continue energy-saving activities, and contribute to environmental preservation through technical development.

Machinery Business

 Harima Plant

41 Harimacho Niijima, Kako-gun, Hyogo 675-0155, Japan
Tel +81-79-436-2101 Fax +81-79-436-2199

Main products
Air compressors, refrigerators, steam-related products

Masahiko Nakanan
Masahiko Nakanan
General Manager
Understanding that issues such as combatting climate change and creating a recycling-oriented society are shared problems facing humanity, we at the Harima Plant will contribute to society and enhance corporate value by 1) practicing environmentally friendly manufacturing, 2) contributing to the environment through our technologies, products and services, and 3) coexisting and cooperating with society.

 Shinko Engineering Co., Ltd. (Head Office)

1682-2 Motoimacho, Ogaki, Gifu 503-8505, Japan
Tel +81-584-89-3121 Fax +81-584-87-0020

Main products
Testing machines, power transmission devices, power generators

Takaaki Hayata
Takaaki Hayata
President and Representative Director
As a comprehensive machinery manufacturer, we pursue environmentally friendly manufacturing, technology, products and services, aiming for plant operations that offer world-class quality, cost and delivery (QCD). We will contribute to society through legal compliance and environmental management activities.

Engineering Business

 Kobelco Eco-Solutions Co., Ltd. (Harima Plant)

19 Niijima, Harimacho, Kako-gun, Hyogo 675-0155, Japan
Tel +81-79-436-2500 Fax +81-79-436-2506

Main products
Chemical and pharmaceutical production equipment

Teruo Imanaka
Teruo Imanaka
General Manager
We engage in environmental conservation initiatives, and regard environmental compliance as an issue of utmost importance. In fiscal 2016, we upgraded to extra high-voltage power receiving equipment, repainted plant buildings and switched to LED lighting. In fiscal 2017, we will pursue additional improvements to our energy consumption rate, through new production equipment and improvements to productivity.

 Kobelco Eco-Solutions Co., Ltd. (Technical Research Center)

1-4 Murotani 1-chome, Nishi-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 651-2241, Japan
Tel +81-78-992-6500 Fax +81-78-997-0550

Main products
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Shigeyoshi Tagashira
Shigeyoshi Tagashira
General Manager
At the Technical Research Center, our aim is to contribute to environmentally friendly community building, through technical development related to water and waste treatment. On-site facilities have been established to manage wastewater created at the center. Additionally, we also engage in waste reduction and recycling.

Electric Power Business

 Kobelco Power Kobe, Inc. (Kobe Power Plant)

2 Nadahama Higashicho, Nada-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 657-0863, Japan
Tel +81-78-882-8036 Fax +81-78-882-8037

Main products
Power Generation Business

Takashi Miki
Takashi Miki
President and Representative Director
Our urban power plant in Kobe City is surrounded by beautiful mountains and a harbor. All employees at the power plant engage in activities to preserve the environment. Through stable supply of electricity achieved through appropriate operational and maintenance management, we strive to be a power plant deserving of public trust.

Headquarters, Other

 Takasago Works

3-1 Araicho Shinhama 2-chome, Takasago, Hyogo 676-8670, Japan
Tel +81-79-445-7111 Fax +81-79-445-7231

Main products
Steel castings and forgings, titanium products, steel powder, industrial machinery, compressors, equipment for the energy and nuclear fields

Atsushi Shigeno
Atsushi Shigeno
General Manager
At Takasago Works, we contribute to society through distinctive, "Only-One" products such as steel castings and forgings, titanium, steel powder, industrial machinery, compressors, and equipment for the energy field. In the future, we will keep safety, the environment, disaster prevention and compliance at the forefront of our minds. We will aim for shared prosperity with the local community as we continue activities to reduce environmental impact.

 Kobe Corporate Research Laboratories

5-5 Takatsukadai 1-chome, Nishi-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 651-2271, Japan
Tel +81-78-992-5600 Fax +81-78-992-5532

Main products
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Takao Kawanaka
Takao Kawanaka
General Manager, General Administration Department
At Kobe Corporate Research Laboratories we engage in technical development designed to strengthen Group profitability and foster future growth across a wide range of fields. Our emphasis is on development of new, environmentally friendly products and technologies. Through activities in line with Eco-Action 21 environmental management systems, all employees work to reduce environmental impact.

 Kobelco Research Institute, Inc. (Target Division)

3-1 Araicho Shinhama 2-chome, Takasago, Hyogo 676-8670, Japan
Tel +81-79-445-9020 Fax +81-79-445-9025

Main products
Sputtering target materials

Eisuke Kusumoto
Eisuke Kusumoto
General Manager, Target Division
As a component of ISO 14001:2015 standards, the Target Division incorporates a life cycle perspective into product planning and development, pursuing manufacturing with low environmental impact. Additionally, when manufacturing products such as wiring materials for flat panel displays we promote reuse and recycling. Goods that contain our products, such as smartphones and energy-efficient, high-performance TVs, also provide ongoing contributions to improving society.

 Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (Hiroshima factory)

2-1 Itsukaichiko 2-chome, Saeki-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima 731-5161, Japan
Tel +81-82-943-5303 Fax +81-82-943-5348

Main products
Construction machinery

Takashi Takigawa
Takashi Takigawa
General Manager
We produce hydraulic excavators of 7 tons and higher. We have also released new models onto the market to meet stricter emissions standards and further improve fuel consumption. At the production plant, we have introduced energy-saving equipment, adopted organic solvent-free paints, and promoted introduction of electronic manifests. In fiscal 2017, we will continue to contribute to environmental conservation, pursuing increased energy conservation and further reductions in organic solvents.

 Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (Ogaki factory)

1682-7 Motoimacho, Ogaki, Gifu 503-0932, Japan
Tel +81-584-80-0500 Fax +81-584-87-0018

Main products
Construction machinery

Takeshi Akiyama
Takeshi Akiyama
General Manager
In fiscal 2016, we worked to reduce CO2 emissions, improved productivity through upgrades to aging processing equipment, and reduced total trips for parts delivery trucks by promoting milk-run deliveries. In fiscal 2017, we plan to reduce environmental impact by switching to paints containing minimal levels of specified chemical substances and organic solvents.

 Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (Okubo factory)

740 Okubocho Yagi, Akashi, Hyogo 674-0063, Japan
Tel +81-78-936-1331 Fax +81-78-936-1390

Main products
Cranes and other equipment for civil engineering, other construction machinery

Keiji Saito
Keiji Saito
General Manager
At the Okubo factory, we pursue fuel-efficient, low-noise and lightweight crane development. We engage in environmental conservation including outdoor cleanup drives and efforts to reduce waste. In fiscal 2016 we inspected nine disposal companies responsible for appropriate disposal of industrial waste. Through efforts beginning in fiscal 2017 to rationalize paint booths, we aim not only to ensure legal and regulatory compliance and minimize environmental risks, but also to conserve energy and resources by improving painting efficiency.

 Japan Superconductor Technology, Inc. (Wire Plant, Moji Factory)

2-1 Komorie 2-chome, Moji-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka 800-0007, Japan
Tel +81-93-391-2835 Fax +81-93-391-2847

Main products
Superconducting wires

Hidefumi Kurahashi
Hidefumi Kurahashi
General Manager
We strive to contribute to the environment by supplying superconducting wires, an extremely energy-efficient technology. In fiscal 2016, we engaged in ongoing improvement activities to meet environmental targets for Eco-Action 21. As a member of the local community, we will continue to engage in environmental initiatives in the future.

 Shinko Industrial Co., Ltd. (Head Office)

112 Kaida-Higashimachi, Kurayoshi, Tottori 682-0014, Japan
Tel +81-858-26-8111 Fax +81-858-48-1077

Main products
High-pressure gas cylinders and other press-formed products, fabricated products

Masato Izutani
Masato Izutani
General Manager, Production Division
At Shinko Industrial, we pursue environmentally friendly operations, striving to exist in harmony with the local community of Kuryaoshi, which is rich in natural beauty. In fiscal 2016, we were able to reduce steam usage and power used for compressors. In fiscal 2017, we will further expand such activities, working to reduce environmental impact.

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