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Nakanishi Manufacturing to Showcase Groundbreaking Noodle Portioning Robot at ProPak Asia 2026

In June 2026, Nakanishi Manufacturing Co., Ltd., a professional kitchen equipment manufacturer based in Osaka, Japan, will make waves at ProPak Asia 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand. The company will introduce its innovative Noodle Portioning Robot (Kimen), marking its first international showcase. This cutting-edge technology promises to reduce workforce requirements by an impressive 75% while ensuring precise noodle portioning to the gram.

Addressing Challenges in Thailand's Food Manufacturing

The food production sector is a core industry in Thailand, contributing approximately 25% to the country's GDP. However, this sector is grappling with significant issues due to rapid aging and the migration of younger workers away from manufacturing jobs. With labor shortages becoming increasingly severe, businesses are struggling to maintain quality while managing rising wages. Nakanishi's solution directly addresses these challenges by automating the noodle portioning process, which has traditionally been labor-intensive and prone to inaccuracies, leading to food waste and increased burdens on workers due to prolonged hours.

The Noodle Portioning Robot is designed to handle long pasta efficiently and without the need for cuts. By fully automating the precise portioning of noodles, it enables factories to reduce labor while simultaneously enhancing quality management to meet Japanese standards. The automation brings sustainability to the production process, significantly reducing food waste and labor demands.

Features of the Noodle Portioning Robot

1. Dramatic Reduction in Workforce Requirements

Nakanishi's innovation allows for a reduction of workforce needs by 75%, enhancing productivity. Historically, producing 1,000 meals per hour required four personnel, each responsible for 250 meals. With the implementation of this robot, a single operator can efficiently handle the processing of 1,800 meals per hour, drastically increasing production capacity.

2. Advanced Combination Weighing Mechanism

The robot is equipped with a sophisticated combination weighing machine that rapidly selects the closest weight combinations from 14 different weighing conveyors. This technology eliminates human variability and enables precise portioning to the gram, significantly cutting down food waste caused by over-portioning. By automating the process, the risk of contamination from human contact, such as hair entry, is also minimized.

3. Exceptional Maintenance and Usability

Designed with user-friendliness in mind, the robot's components can be disassembled without tools, facilitating easy maintenance. This feature ensures that hygiene and cleanliness are upheld in a kitchen environment, allowing a single operator to manage everything from cleaning to sanitation seamlessly, thus maintaining high efficiency.

Future Prospects for Nakanishi Manufacturing

Following the showcase at ProPak Asia 2026, Nakanishi Manufacturing plans to exhibit at various major expos around the world, including those in North America and Asia. The Noodle Portioning Robot stands at the forefront of the company’s globalization strategy in automation, aiming to tackle repetitive tasks in food manufacturing using advanced technology. Nakanishi is committed to delivering high-level automation and labor-saving solutions to food factories worldwide facing labor shortages and rising personnel costs.

Product Overview for ProPak Asia 2026

Noodle Portioning Robot (Kimen)

• - Dimensions: W1700 × D2230 × H2450 (mm) - Minimum configuration
• - Key Features: Automates noodle loosening, high-precision weighing, and direct portioning into containers.

SV Roaster (Theater show using projection mapping)

• - Dimensions: W2750 × D1350 × H1860 (mm)
• - Key Features: Cooks ingredients using superheated steam, suitable for various cooking methods.

IH Rice Cooker (Tasting of rice balls available)

• - Dimensions: W730 × D640 × H1200 (mm)
• - Key Features: Efficient continuous cooking, designed for commercial use without the need for ventilation hoods.

Exhibition Details

• - Dates: June 10-13, 2026
• - Location: IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, Bangkok
• - Booth Number: C3-AX04

About Nakanishi Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

Founded in 1946, Nakanishi Manufacturing initially focused on selling aluminum lunch trays for school cafeterias and transitioned to developing dishwashers. After becoming a corporation in 1958, the company has excelled in offering flexible proposals for complex kitchen equipment systems, serving various dining chains. It was listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market in April 2022.

For Inquiries

Nakanishi Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Public Relations & Marketing Department
TEL: 03-4363-8589
Email: [email protected]
Official Website: Nakanishi Co., Ltd.
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