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TOUNETSU is a leading manufacturer of industrial furnaces, founded in 1981, with bases in Japan, China, India, and Thailand. The company specializes in aluminum casting furnaces, particularly for the automotive industry. With the increasing demand for electric vehicles (EVs), TOUNETSU is adapting to the changing needs of its customers. President Tsuyoshi Mochizuki discussed the company's efforts to reduce CO2 emissions and its commitment to providing high-quality products.

In recent years, local manufacturers in China, Korea, and Taiwan have been imitating Japanese products and processes, offering them at lower prices. However, Japanese companies have maintained a high market share in niche B2B fields, such as multi-variety and small-lot production. Mochizuki attributes this to the Japanese tendency to pursue detail and perfection, as well as the ability to listen to customers' specific needs and respond accordingly.

TOUNETSU is also addressing the issue of Japan's aging population and declining workforce by operating as a borderless company, with subsidiaries in China, India, and Thailand. The company is expanding its global market, with a focus on research and development in Japan and production overseas.

In the automotive sector, TOUNETSU's aluminum casting furnaces are in high demand, particularly with the shift towards EVs. The company is developing new products, such as the "YUKAI" furnace, which is designed for thinner and higher-quality aluminum melting. TOUNETSU is also working on reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions, with a focus on improving energy efficiency and reducing heat loss.

The company is also expanding its product line to include vacuum furnaces, which are used for high-temperature applications such as aerospace and medical equipment. TOUNETSU's vacuum furnaces can heat materials to over 2000°C and achieve pressures of up to 1 megapascal, allowing for high-quality sintered metals to be produced.

In terms of global expansion, TOUNETSU has obtained patents for its technologies in various countries, including the United States, China, and Thailand. The company is working with partners, such as Pyrotech, to share technologies and provide technical guidance. TOUNETSU's strategy is to use its patented technologies to expand its global presence and establish long-term partnerships with other companies.