山本 恵子

We introduced the AS26.5 spout once in a blog post or carried by Sales with a sample. As of February, the pump connection was ready, but we have developed a special pouch stand for practical use of them, which we would like to introduce. Pouch Stand for Newly Developed AS26.5 Spout The product we have developed is the AS26.5 Pouch Stand. This product is a must-have for functioning spouted pouches to which a pump can be attached. During the product design process, we considered the shape of the container bacause we wanted to contribute to decarbonization. As of result, we ...

Thank you for reading Market News. Aska Company has been developing products using molds called "development molds" in order to speed up the development process. In this issue, we would like to introduce our own AS Family series molds as an example. What is Needed in Product Development In product development, we believe it is necessary to consider and propose product shapes with high-added value. 3D printers are available as tools for shape proposals, but we need to ask ourselves questions such as, "Can this shape fulfill the function of the product? and "What does the surface look like? To ...

Aska Company utilizes CAE software, including resin flow analysis software, in product design. We repeatedly check quality simulations at the design stage, and design products on a daily basis to provide the best possible product. In this issue, we would like to introduce some examples resin flow analysis software. About CAE Software CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) is an engineering support system using computers. It is a technology that assists in examining the validity of product design by performing molding simulation and quality analysis on a computer. There are various types of software available for different applications, such as resin flow ...

Thank you for reading Market News. Recently, the PM Group has been showing up at meetings with our customers. The PM Group is involved in the development of various products, but we suspect that most of our customers do not know what they do just by hearing the name of our department. We would like to take this opportunity to introduce how the PM Group is involved in product development and how they contribute to our customers. Translated with DeepL.com (free version) What is the PM Group? The PM Group, which stands for Product Management Group, is composed of the ...

Various efforts are being made worldwide toward a decarbonized and recycling-oriented society, rather than the plastic waste problem. As a manufacturer of plastic containers, Aska Company is working toward realizing a sustainable society. In this issue, we would like to introduce some of our activities.   ■Proposal of Mono-Materialization for Spout Pouch In order to improve recyclability, we are strengthening our response to mono-materials. Currently, we are developing prototypes of molded PET spouts and testing and verifying their welding onto PET film pouches.       Social Implementation of 100% Pre-Consumer Material Products (Material Recycling) We are working to create ...

Many companies may consider factory automation, labor saving, and operations without humans to realize a decarbonized society. The benefits of factory automation, labor saving, and unmanned production include reduced labor costs and human error. However, the hurdles to moving forward are high, and it is necessary to organize issues. Quality Assurance of Unmanned Time Aska Company's unmanned operation is set for 8 hours from 0:00 at night to 8:00 the next morning. For quality assurance during the night when no one is present, IoT data such as camera inspections and machine condition monitoring are used. We share information with the ...

Thank you for reading Market News. Recently, we have been receiving a lot of questions about the "AS Spout Series," which we have been introducing, such as "Can we use it with ice cream?　Is there any problem if we want to store it frozen? We have received many such questions about "freezing," so we decided to evaluate the product by freezing it. Functional Evaluation of Frozen Spouts Recently, we have been receiving a lot of questions about the "AS Spout Series," which we have been introducing, such as "Can we use it with ice cream?　Is there any problem if we ...

Thank you for reading Market News. Spout pouches are increasingly being used not only for traditional refill applications but also as containers in place of bottles. We have been developing various spouts and caps called AS Spout Series such as AS18 Spout. The main feature of the AS18 Spout is that a general-purpose pump or trigger can be attached to the spout pouch, thereby reducing the need to refill the contents of the liquid, which many people consider to be a hassle. ■Ideas to make spout pouch x pump easier to use Part 1 Unlike bottles, spout pouches have the ...

Digitization and IoT At Aska Company, we continue to promote digitalization. The company's sensors and devices are connected to the network through the IoT, and employees can see data from anywhere. As we understand the benefits of digital, we get actively networked. We can check and review the data from production lines and check the operating status and abnormalities of factory infrastructure from afar. Networking has helped bridge the distance and increased the time that we can spend on review. The Aska Company's digitalization challenge has lasted more than 20 years, including the parts that are undisclosed to the public, ...

Thank you for reading Market News. In this issue, we would like to reintroduce the "Spout Pouch," a product we have introduced many times before, and summarize its functions, applications, and merits. What is a Spout Pouch? Spout pouches have become increasingly common in supermarkets, home centers, and drugstores in recent years. Originally, we often used them for refill purposes, but now, with the increasing variety and usefulness of their functions, many products are beginning to switch from "pouch-only products" to "pouches with spouts," as people's understanding of their use has increased. A "spout pouch" is a product that combines ...