Introduction to our Lines of Business.
The broadcast line of business is our professional brand of pedestals, pan/tilt heads, cranes and other camera support required in the production of television programs. Utilizing knowledge gained from developing alongside the broadcast industry since the inception of television in Japan, we work together with our clients to develop, manufacture, and install creative solutions and follow through with world-class after-sales support.
The word broadcast equipment may not sound familiar, but you may find our logo can be seen on many of the news, sports, and live broadcasts that you enjoy every day. Developed in-step with some of the world's highest quality broadcasters, we pride ourselves on the work we do. To find out more, click on the link below to visit shotoku.tv, our dedicated broadcast equipment website, or our dedicated rental service provider RentAct.
Mechatronics is the custom design and manufacture of electromechanical devices in line with the specific needs of our clients. We pride ourselves on our ability to identify core needs from preliminary client outlines and develop prototypes in-house that satisfy those needs. Privately owned production equipment and production management systems minimize product manufacture time and every finished product undergoes a rigorous inspection program to meet our promise of quality.
The Shotoku mechatronics line of business covers an extensive range of applications. One such application has been in design and manufacture of equipment required in energy-efficient incineration plants. Shotoku products can be found in some of the equipment used in nationally-funded programs as well as in equipment used to manufacture of some of the products you find at your local grocer. We are proud to play such a key role supporting the network that most of us take for granted.
Used to evaluate the quality of raw manufacturing material, test pieces and the production thereof require high precision machining and rigorous classification management. At Shotoku, the machining of test pieces from metal samples supplied by our clients undergoes thorough machining management techniques perfected by over a half a century of experience to guarantee every end product is delivered to spec and on-time.
Make no mistake, we make products built to break. Just as the name implies, the products we deliver are used in testing; the results of which determine whether or not material is suitable for use in construction and other products. In other words, the work we do at Shotoku underlies and helps protect the safety of the lives of the people we love.
Tensile test specimens vary in size and are machined according to the dimensions of the material and types of tests to be performed. Such tests include high heat testing in ovens for materials where the strength of a material is often the primary concern. Cylindrical tensile test specimens can be prepared using friction surfacing techniques. Finished specimens include protruding ends manufactured to attach to testing equipment.
Metal oxidizes and rusts when exposed to acidic environments, a process which is especially true in extreme acidic environments such as those including high levels of hydrogen sulfide. These environments break down the surface of the material, releasing hydrogen molecules which further penetrate the material, opening minute fissures and drastically reducing its strength. This effect is multiplied when pressure is applied. Corrosion test specimens are used to determine material resistance to such environments through hydrogen induced cracking (hic) and sulfide stress corrosion cracking (sscc) tests. In most cases, this calls for high-precision polishing of the material surface. Results of these tests contribute to the selection and development of steel used in the oil and natural gas industries.
Below is one example of a typical research and development process for built-to-order products. See more details by clicking on each step.
Planning
・Specifications Meeting, Confirm Details.
・Design Proposal to meet Client Needs bearing in mind benefits to the user.
During this phase and throughout every step of the R&D process, we strive to design a high value-added product that satisfies specifications while keeping costs to a minimum, offers improved usablity, and takes into account potential future needs.
Development
・Collaborate to Construct a Development Structure.
・Review Variety of Contract Design Results.
Our team of mechanical design engineers, electrical design engineers, and software design engineers work together to develop a suitable product design taking into account factors for the total cost, quality, machining, assembly, and maintenance. Development Process: Design->General Layout->Design Specifics->Design Analysis->Prototype Construction->Testing->Mechanical Drawing Drafting
Manufacturing
・Product Supply Quality Assurance.
・Large Product Assembly Results.
Manufacturing begins using parts machined by trusted local subcontractors adhering to strict quality standards. Final assembly and fine-tuning take place in-house. Of highest priority is product quality, and maintaining a safe and accident-free factory working environment for our employees.
Testing
・Testing Proposals.
・Prepare and Manufacture Test Equipment.
The production process undergoes several checks for quality assurance purposes. Products which have cleared these checkpoints are then tested prior to shipment using coordinate-measuring machines (CMM) to confirm each product meets the high-quality standards required of our clients. (ISO 9001 Certified)
Delivery
・System Configuration (On-site Installation, Adjustment, Final Check)
After clearing the in-house testing process and full inspection by the client, the final product is delivered. At Shotoku, we define delivery as extending to installation and careful on-site fine-tuning until the client is completely satisfied and understand that every product delivered is the beginning of a valued long-term client service relationship.
IKEGAMI TSUSHINKI CO.,LTD.
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency(JAXA)
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Canon Inc.
Canon Marketing Japan Inc.
QVC Japan, Inc.
JFE Steel Corporation
JFE Engineering Corporation
JAPANET HOLDINGS Co,Ltd.
Jupiter Shop Channel Co.,Ltd.
SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation
Sony Business Solutions Corporation
TOKYO BROADCASTING SYSTEM TELEVISION, INC.
TV Asahi Corporation
TV TOKYO Corporation
Toshiba Infrastructure Systems & Solutions Corporation
TOSHIBA ELECTRO-WAVE PRODUCTS Co.,LTD.
Japan Atomic Energy Agency(JAEA)
Nippon Television Network Corporation
Japan Broadcasting Corporation
Panasonic System Solutions Japan Co., Ltd.
FUJITSU LIMITED
Fuji Television Network, Inc.
FOR-A COMPANY LIMITED
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
WOWOW Inc.
The broadcast line of business is our professional brand of pedestals, pan/tilt heads, cranes and other camera support required in the production of television programs. Utilizing knowledge gained from developing alongside the broadcast industry since the inception of television in Japan, we work together with our clients to develop, manufacture, and install creative solutions and follow through with world-class after-sales support.
The word broadcast equipment may not sound familiar, but you may find our logo can be seen on many of the news, sports, and live broadcasts that you enjoy every day. Developed in-step with some of the world's highest quality broadcasters, we pride ourselves on the work we do. To find out more, click on the link below to visit shotoku.tv, our dedicated broadcast equipment website, or our dedicated rental service provider RentAct.
Mechatronics is the custom design and manufacture of electromechanical devices in line with the specific needs of our clients. We pride ourselves on our ability to identify core needs from preliminary client outlines and develop prototypes in-house that satisfy those needs. Privately owned production equipment and production management systems minimize product manufacture time and every finished product undergoes a rigorous inspection program to meet our promise of quality.
The Shotoku mechatronics line of business covers an extensive range of applications. One such application has been in design and manufacture of equipment required in energy-efficient incineration plants. Shotoku products can be found in some of the equipment used in nationally-funded programs as well as in equipment used to manufacture of some of the products you find at your local grocer. We are proud to play such a key role supporting the network that most of us take for granted.
Used to evaluate the quality of raw manufacturing material, test pieces and the production thereof require high precision machining and rigorous classification management. At Shotoku, the machining of test pieces from metal samples supplied by our clients undergoes thorough machining management techniques perfected by over a half a century of experience to guarantee every end product is delivered to spec and on-time.
Make no mistake, we make products built to break. Just as the name implies, the products we deliver are used in testing; the results of which determine whether or not material is suitable for use in construction and other products. In other words, the work we do at Shotoku underlies and helps protect the safety of the lives of the people we love.
Tensile test specimens vary in size and are machined according to the dimensions of the material and types of tests to be performed. Such tests include high heat testing in ovens for materials where the strength of a material is often the primary concern. Cylindrical tensile test specimens can be prepared using friction surfacing techniques. Finished specimens include protruding ends manufactured to attach to testing equipment.
Metal oxidizes and rusts when exposed to acidic environments, a process which is especially true in extreme acidic environments such as those including high levels of hydrogen sulfide. These environments break down the surface of the material, releasing hydrogen molecules which further penetrate the material, opening minute fissures and drastically reducing its strength. This effect is multiplied when pressure is applied. Corrosion test specimens are used to determine material resistance to such environments through hydrogen induced cracking (hic) and sulfide stress corrosion cracking (sscc) tests. In most cases, this calls for high-precision polishing of the material surface. Results of these tests contribute to the selection and development of steel used in the oil and natural gas industries.
Below is one example of a typical research and development process for built-to-order products. See more details by clicking on each step.
・Specifications Meeting, Confirm Details.
・Design Proposal to meet Client Needs bearing in mind benefits to the user.
During this phase and throughout every step of the R&D process, we strive to design a high value-added product that satisfies specifications while keeping costs to a minimum, offers improved usablity, and takes into account potential future needs.
・Collaborate to Construct a Development Structure.
・Review Variety of Contract Design Results.
Our team of mechanical design engineers, electrical design engineers, and software design engineers work together to develop a suitable product design taking into account factors for the total cost, quality, machining, assembly, and maintenance. Development Process: Design->General Layout->Design Specifics->Design Analysis->Prototype Construction->Testing->Mechanical Drawing Drafting
・Product Supply Quality Assurance.
・Large Product Assembly Results.
Manufacturing begins using parts machined by trusted local subcontractors adhering to strict quality standards. Final assembly and fine-tuning take place in-house. Of highest priority is product quality, and maintaining a safe and accident-free factory working environment for our employees.
・Testing Proposals.
・Prepare and Manufacture Test Equipment.
The production process undergoes several checks for quality assurance purposes. Products which have cleared these checkpoints are then tested prior to shipment using coordinate-measuring machines (CMM) to confirm each product meets the high-quality standards required of our clients. (ISO 9001 Certified)
・System Configuration (On-site Installation, Adjustment, Final Check)
After clearing the in-house testing process and full inspection by the client, the final product is delivered. At Shotoku, we define delivery as extending to installation and careful on-site fine-tuning until the client is completely satisfied and understand that every product delivered is the beginning of a valued long-term client service relationship.
IKEGAMI TSUSHINKI CO.,LTD.
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency(JAXA)
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Canon Inc.
Canon Marketing Japan Inc.
QVC Japan, Inc.
JFE Steel Corporation
JFE Engineering Corporation
JAPANET HOLDINGS Co,Ltd.
Jupiter Shop Channel Co.,Ltd.
SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation
Sony Business Solutions Corporation
TOKYO BROADCASTING SYSTEM TELEVISION, INC.
TV Asahi Corporation
TV TOKYO Corporation
Toshiba Infrastructure Systems & Solutions Corporation
TOSHIBA ELECTRO-WAVE PRODUCTS Co.,LTD.
Japan Atomic Energy Agency(JAEA)
Nippon Television Network Corporation
Japan Broadcasting Corporation
Panasonic System Solutions Japan Co., Ltd.
FUJITSU LIMITED
Fuji Television Network, Inc.
FOR-A COMPANY LIMITED
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
WOWOW Inc.
