Cimtops Showcases Industry-Leading Solutions at the 2nd Kansai Smart Factory Expo

Cimtops Exhibits at the 2nd Kansai Smart Factory Expo

Cimtops, headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, will be participating in the prestigious 2nd Kansai Smart Factory Expo, taking place from May 13 to 15, 2026, at Intex Osaka. This event is recognized as one of the largest exhibitions for the manufacturing industry globally, where cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions converge. Visitors can explore a wide array of exhibits focused on enhancing productivity, automation, and technological inheritance, vital issues confronting the manufacturing sector in Kansai.

Featured Products

Cimtops will be showcasing several advanced solutions that are pushing the boundaries of efficiency and innovation:

1. i-Reporter: The leading digital report system in Japan, heavily adopted by over 4500 companies, including more than 220,000 users. This system streamlines the digitization of paper forms such as daily reports, inspection records, and work checklists without requiring any programming knowledge. i-Reporter is designed to facilitate the digitalization and accumulation of on-site information, significantly reducing paperwork and allowing for real-time data management. By integrating multimedia elements, including photos, audio, and barcode support, it enhances accuracy and operational efficiency.

2. i-Repo EdgeOCR: This ultra-fast edge AI-OCR system automates visual confirmation, data entry, and error checking, drastically improving processing times in office workflows.

3. i-Repo Scan: A robust solution that enables bulk and consecutive reading of multiple barcodes, designed for efficiency in managing product identification processes.

The event aims to address significant challenges faced by the local manufacturing industry, promoting discussions around productivity improvement and workforce management.

Event Details

- Event Name: 2nd Kansai Smart Factory Expo
- Date: May 13-15, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Venue: Intex Osaka
- Hall: Hall 6A
- Booth Number: K42-22
- Organizer: RX Japan

For those wishing to attend, please register in advance through the following link: Event Registration

About i-Reporter

Boasting the highest market share in Japan for field report systems, i-Reporter enables easy digital conversion of traditional paper forms. By automating documentation processes, users have reportedly saved up to 200 minutes per month on paperwork tasks, reduced analysis times from 15 days to merely 2-3 minutes, and cut down report management time by 37.5 hours each month. This emphasis on efficiency helps organizations focus their resources on higher-value activities.

About Cimtops

Founded in 1991, Cimtops has established itself as a pioneer in the field of production scheduling within Japan. Since its inception, the company has dedicated itself to developing tailored solutions in production management and automation, helping to shape the future of manufacturing through integration of IoT technologies and digital transformation initiatives.

With capital amounting to approximately 165 million yen, annual sales of around 2.087 billion yen (FY 2024), and a committed team of 92 employees as of March 2026, Cimtops remains at the forefront of innovation in the landscape of smart manufacturing solutions.