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Yahata Screw's Commitment to Sustainability and Efficiency

Yahata Screw, a prominent player in the fastening components industry, is set to showcase their latest innovations at the Japan Manufacturing World 2024, hosted by RXJapan Co., Ltd. This major event will take place from July 1 to 3, 2026, featuring a diverse range of exhibitors from various sectors, including IT, DX products, components, equipment, and measurement devices. Among the exhibitors, Yahata Screw will proudly present at the Mechanical Element Technology Exhibition, which focuses on mechanical components such as motors, bearings, screws, and springs, as well as processing technologies like cutting and surface treatment.

Yahata Screw's exhibition will prominently feature two main themes: environmental sustainability and work efficiency improvements coupled with labor-saving technologies.

Environmental Sustainability Initiatives

1. Re//CarbonNut

The Re//CarbonNut represents a groundbreaking development in the realm of environmentally-friendly fastening solutions. Made from recycled carbon fiber, this sliding screw nut boasts durability that surpasses traditional resin nuts containing glass fibers, offering durability levels that are over twice as high. This increased longevity not only reduces the frequency of replacements but ultimately leads to cost savings as demonstrated in comparative durability testing by the company. The high durability of Re//CarbonNut makes it an ideal component for long-distance driving products, showcasing Yahata Screw's commitment to combining performance with environmental responsibility.

2. AlooH®

AlooH® is a revolutionary surface treatment technology that utilizes water vapor to increase the strength of aluminum alloys through aging precipitation. This innovative process achieves enhanced corrosion resistance and strength simultaneously, ensuring that the coating forms uniformly without becoming a starting point for pitting corrosion. Since the only substance used in AlooH® is water, it not only eliminates the need for wastewater treatment but also minimizes the release of chemicals into the environment, marking it as a truly eco-friendly surface treatment solution.

Enhancements in Efficiency and Labor Savings

1. Wedge Nut®

The Wedge Nut® utilizes an asymmetric screw thread to create a powerful anti-loosening mechanism. It offers high retention force, efficiency, strength, and reliability at a lower cost compared to traditional lock nuts. Its unique valley shape enhances the wedge effect, firmly locking the bolts in place and exhibiting impressive anti-loosening capabilities. As of June 2026, the cumulative adoption rate surpassed 100 million units, attesting to the product's widespread acceptance and support.

2. Low Head QuaStix®

The Low Head QuaStix® represents a high-performance small screw featuring an ultra-thin head and retentive cross design that minimizes the risk of cross-threading. Its special arc-shaped cross hole design enables it to maintain a high tightening torque, striking a balance between space-saving and improved operational efficiency. Moreover, it is compatible with standard cross bits, enhancing its practicality.

3. Raident®

Raident® is a unique black surface treatment conducted electrochemically at temperatures below 0°C, resulting in a specialized composite film. This ultra-thin layer, only 1 to 2 micrometers thick, provides exceptional resistance to outgassing in vacuum environments, as well as superior corrosion resistance and wear protection.

4. Press In-Line Tap Processing

This innovative technology integrates tap mechanisms within progressive die molds, enabling simultaneous pressing and threading processes. This exceptional technique drastically reduces costs and lead times by consolidating operations while ensuring high-quality standards and preventing tap failures or processing leaks in a single operation.

5. Paint-Strip Bolt

The Paint-Strip Bolt features a unique thread profile designed to effectively strip paint while ensuring ease of screwing. By stripping the paint during the screwing process, it enhances workflow efficiency and reduces the need for retapping and masking. The tapered guide shape at the tip prevents skewing during installation, while the special spiral shape boosts anti-loosening performance.

6. Parts EX

Parts EX is an E-commerce service tailored for manufacturing companies, specializing in fastener component procurement. This platform provides a myriad of solutions to address various challenges.

Six Features of Parts EX:

• - Member-exclusive pricing
• - Vast selection (over 500,000 products available)
• - Small lot options (purchase or manufacture only what is needed)
• - Free shipping (for orders over 3,000 yen)
• - Same-day shipping (for orders placed before 3 PM)
• - Handy features (inventory visibility, favorites registration, etc.)

7. Smart Pack

Smart Pack offers customizable packaging and shipping based on project requirements, allowing for direct printing of information on the packs. This capability ensures accurate and timely delivery of large, detailed order data, streamlining inventory management and simplifying picking processes.

In addition to the products outlined above, Yahata Screw will display a range of other innovations. Attendees are encouraged to visit their booth to explore these exciting advancements in manufacturing technology.

Company Overview

• - Company Name: Yahata Screw Co., Ltd.
• - Head Office Address: 18 Tenjinhigashi, Yamanokoshi, Kitanaogoya City, Aichi Prefecture, 481-8555, Japan
• - Established: September 10, 1946
• - Incorporated: July 27, 1953
• - CEO: Kazuhiro Murata
• - Business Activities: Development, manufacturing, and sales of fastening components centered around screws; planning, manufacturing, and sales of consumer goods focusing on DIY products.
• - Website: https://yht.co.jp/