The role of thermal technologies is expanding wider and wider, including the development of combustion technology to eliminate CO₂ emissions and to achieve carbon neutrality and thermal treatment facilities for EVs, secondary batteries and components for semiconductors, and innovation of existing thermal technologies for the development and the production of customers’ new products. We, Chugai Ro, integrates its research and development facilities with Sakai Works in November 2023 to maximize the potential of the core thermal technology and to meet customers’ needs. We accelerate innovation through the co-creation of both inside and outside the company and partners to contribute to creating a sustainable society.
Our central facilities for research and development have been established to strengthen our research and development capabilities, boost joint development with members both inside and outside the company, and practice actively and rapidly "New Value Creation," as stated in the management philosophy.
As a leading company of industrial burners in Japan, we are continually developing decarbonizing and energy-saving combustion technologies.
This furnace allows users to check the effects of hydrogen combustion on a substance and to experience a hydrogen combustion flame.
| Furnace dimensions | 1,000W×1,000H×1,000L |
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| Maximum combustion volume | 232 kW |
| Compatible fuel | 13A, H₂, O₂ |
| Maximum furnace temperature | 1,300℃ |
The main purpose of the furnace is to develop large-capacity ammonia combustion technology, which will contribute to the realisation of decarbonisation.
| Furnace dimensions | 2,500W×1,500H×5,000L |
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| Maximum combustion volume | 1.5 MW |
| Compatible fuel | 13A, LPG, NH₃, H₂, O₂ |
| Maximum furnace temperature | 1,300℃ |
The main purpose of the furnace is to develop large-capacity burners in excess of 2 MW, and tests with multiple burners can also be carried out.
| Furnace dimensions | 2,000W×3,000H×8,000L |
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| Maximum combustion volume | 2.5 MW |
| Compatible fuel | 13A, LPG, H₂, O₂ |
| Maximum furnace temperature | 1,300℃ |
The cylindrical horizontal design allows the furnace length to be divided into four sections, which can be set according to the purpose of the test.
| Furnace dimensions | φ800×4,200L |
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| Maximum combustion volume | 0.6 MW |
| Compatible fuel | 13A, LPG, H₂, O₂ |
| Maximum furnace temperature | 1,300℃ |
The main purpose of this furnace is to develop and check the performance of small-capacity burners, and ammonia combustion can also be carried out.
| Furnace dimensions | φ620×2,600L |
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| Maximum combustion volume | 0.3 MW |
| Compatible fuel | 13A, LPG, NH₃, H₂, O₂ |
| Maximum furnace temperature | 1,300℃ |
Test furnaces specially designed for radiant tube burners, with a range of 5 to 7 inches.
| Furnace dimensions | 600W×1,250H×1,600L |
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| Maximum combustion volume | 64 kW |
| Compatible fuel | 13A, LPG, H₂ |
| Maximum furnace temperature | 1,050℃ |
The main purpose of the furnace is to develop energy-saving TD/LD burners, which can burn in a downward direction.
| Furnace dimensions | 700W×1,170H×4,200L |
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| Maximum combustion volume | 1.1 MW |
| Compatible fuel | 13A, LPG, H₂, O₂ |
| Maximum furnace temperature | 1,300℃ |
Multifunctional testing machine for the development of new processes and demonstration tests of powder heat treatment using flames.
| Furnace dimensions | φ300×3,500H |
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| Maximum combustion volume | 174 kW |
| Compatible fuel | 13A, LPG, H₂, O₂ |
| Maximum furnace temperature | 1,300℃ |
The tester is ideal for rapid development of new materials, as small-volume prototyping of in-flame treatments can be easily carried out.
| Unit dimensions | φ200×1,200L |
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| Maximum combustion volume | 35 kW |
| Compatible fuel | 13A, LPG, H₂, O₂ |
| Maximum furnace temperature | 1,300℃ |
This system removes unburnt NH₃ from combustion flue gas before it is released into the atmosphere. It consists of a detoxifying furnace and a cooling system.
| Dimensions of main unit | φ1,600×6,000Ｈ |
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| Cooling equipment | Heat-exchange type |
| Process gas quantity | 3,000N㎥/h |
| Process gas temperature | 1,000℃ |
| Inlet NH₃ concentration | 10,000ppm |
| Concentration of NH₃ at exit | 25ppm以下 |
This is a specialized zone for the development of processing materials that are in the spotlight, including all-solid-state battery electrolytes and functional materials for semiconductors.
Verification furnace for solid electrolyte sintering processes with a glove box for anaerobic treatment sample verification.
| Furnace temperature | max.1,000℃ |
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| Furnace dimensions | 440W×320L×240H |
| Dewpoint | DP-60℃ |
The use of hollowed-out thick-plate press frames reduces age-related changes such as surface curling and deformation.
| Furnace dimensions | φ300×300H |
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| Furnace temperature | max.2,500℃ |
| Furnace pressure | Vacuum to 280 kPa abs |
| Press pressure | max.290kN |
Verification furnace for pyrolysis coating processes under reduced pressure with the introduction of organic gases.
| Furnace temperature | max.900℃ |
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| Furnace dimensions | 420W×420L×240H |
| Furnace pressure | Vacuum to normal pressure |
| Atmospheric | Organic gas |
Suitable for dry purification (halogen free) and graphitisation of ceramics, graphite, etc.
| Furnace temperature | max.2,600℃ |
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| Furnace dimensions | φ150×300H |
| Furnace pressure | Vacuum to 0.98 MPa G |
Enables quality checks in continuous furnaces. Contributes to energy savings and reduced running costs.
| Furnace temperature | max.1,400℃ |
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| Furnace dimensions | 600W×600L×450H |
| Furnace pressure | 1.3Pa abs |
Multi-purpose muffle furnace for degreasing and firing. Ideal for condition setting.
Various sizes are available to meet various temperature ranges.
| Furnace temperature | max.1,000℃ (max. 1,200°C by changing muffle material) |
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| Furnace dimensions | max.φ300×600L |
| Furnace pressure | Vacuum to atmospheric pressure |
Its contamination-free hydrogen atmosphere allows processing of high vacuum to pressurised atmospheres.
| Furnace temperature | max.2,600℃ |
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| Furnace dimensions | φ160×200H |
| Furnace pressure | Vacuum to 280 kPa abs |
| Atmospheric | N₂、Ar、H₂ |
The use of a square chamber halves the furnace volume and installation space compared with conventional models. Gas consumption can be significantly reduced.
| Furnace temperature | max.1,320℃ |
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| Furnace dimensions | 650W×1,000L×600H |
| Attained pressure | 7×10-3Pa abs |
| Cooling pressure | 70～280kPa abs |
Vertical furnaces for powder materials with container-less conveyance. Energy cost and CO₂ reductions can be expected due to direct heating.
| Installation dimensions | 3,800W×4,600L×8,500Hmm |
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| Processed materials | Various powders and powdered materials(5 to 100 µm) |
| Operating temperature | 2,800 to 3,000℃ (regular use) |
| Atmospheric gas | N₂/Ar |
A community space where the latest products and the history of the company can be seen and that promotes 'showing', 'learning' and 'gathering'
The laboratory advances the technologies of Chugai Ro, has developed sledge treatment technology and air pollution control technology ahead of its time, and it now develops technologies for resource recycling and reducing environmental loads, as well as heating and cooling technologies for highly functional materials.
The use of our unique multi-cylinder structure ensures that it is containerless and highly productive.
※The test equipment were of the mono-tube type.
〈Test equipment No. 1 : resource recycling process applications〉
〈Test equipment No. 2 : heat treatment process applications for high-performance materials〉
| Furnace (retort) dimensions | 125A×900L (Effective heating length:600L) |
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| Heating method | Electrothermal (external heating) system |
| Heating capacity | max.9kW (3kW×3-zone control) |
| Furnace temperature | max.1,000℃ |
A new decarbonised heat-treatment system that can be applied to other applications such as degreasing, calcination and recycling processes-using superheated steam at very high temperatures with hydrogen combustion.
| Furnace dimensions | H400×W300×L300［Maximum size of material to be processed: H150×W150×L50］ |
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| Heating method | Hydrogen × oxygen combustion system |
| Heating capacity | max. 35kW |
| Furnace temperature | max.1,600℃ |
| Atmosphere in furnace | Oxidizing atmosphere (O₂=0～25%), Reducing atmosphere(H₂=0～10%) |
The laboratory is equipped with the latest model of a vacuum carburizing furnace, needs for which is increasing and we promote the improvement of existing technologies.
Processing with this equipment, which is layout-free and easy to expand and maintain, is possible in the size of the actual machine.
| Furnace dimensions | 760W×1,220L×700H |
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| Loading capacity | Gross 900 kg |
| Furnace temperature | max.1,100℃ |
Carburizing furnaces for compact and in-line production of a wide variety of products in small quantities. Equipped with three carburising chambers, they are capable of processing that is equivalent to actual facilities. Gas cooling and oil quenching can be selected.
| Furnace dimensions | 600W×500L×250H |
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| Loading capacity | Gross 100 kg |
| Furnace temperature | max.1,100℃ |
Can be used for special specifications, such as nitriding.
| Furnace dimensions | 610W×460L×220H |
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| Loading capacity | Gross 70 kg |
| Furnace temperature | max.1,100℃ |
The laboratory is equipped with a gas carburizing furnace that meets all the requirements for carbon neutrality, and it opens up new possibilities of metal thermal treatment.
Indirectly heated hydrogen-fired burners to ensure carbon neutrality of the heating source.
| Furnace dimensions | 610W×920L×550H |
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| Loading capacity | Gross 500 kg |
| Furnace temperature | max.1,050℃ |
Oscillating oil tank with a high-output heater and servo motor for short-duration and low-distortion processing.
| Furnace dimensions | 760W×1,220L×660H |
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| Loading capacity | Gross 900 kg |
| Furnace temperature | max.950℃ |
Best-selling gas carburizing furnace. Ideal for high-mix low-volume production.
| Furnace dimensions | 300W×700L×300H |
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| Loading capacity | Gross 100 kg |
| Furnace temperature | max.1,050℃ |
Energy-saving type with A-gas generator inside the furnace, applicable to a wide range of temperatures.
| Furnace dimensions | 400w×400L×390H |
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| Loading capacity | Gross 70 kg |
| Furnace temperature | max.1,000℃ |
Multi-purpose muffle furnace for degreasing and firing. Ideal for condition setting.
Various sizes are available to meet various temperature ranges.
| Furnace dimensions | max.φ300×600L |
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| Furnace temperature | max. 1,000°C (max. 1,200°C by changing muffle material) |
| Furnace pressure | Vacuum to atmospheric pressure |
Shower and soak to increase cleaning power. Can be tested on actual equipment size in as little as 20 minutes.
| Furnace dimensions | 760W×1,220L×700H |
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| Loading capacity | Gross 900 kg |
| Washing-up liquid | Hydrocarbon-based |
Major expectations are placed on “RS Coater™” for the development and production of the latest semiconductors and batteries. This laboratory widens the application range and expands the line-up of “RS Coater™”.
Equipment for loss-free, uniform application of expensive coating liquids to substrates such as silicon wafers and glass. Oddly shaped coatings can also be applied.
This is an automated coating and drying system that combines an RS coater with a robot, drying equipment, and baking equipment.
Ideal for coating verification on thin substrates (R2R substrates) such as metal foil and film. Coating of irregularly shaped substrates is also possible.
2-4, Chikko-Shinmachi, Nishi-ku, Sakai 592-8331, Japan
