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SpiderPlus Collaborates with Miura Electric

On September 30, 2026, SpiderPlus Inc., a company providing construction DX services, announced a collaboration with Miura Electric Co., Ltd. to conduct a hands-on experience class for high school students at the Fukushima Prefectural Nakoso Technical High School in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture.

The initiative features the installation of three virtual electric construction sites on the school grounds, each spanning about 25 square meters. Under Miura Electric's guidance, students will simulate real construction tasks, starting from hazard prediction activities, material transportation, layout marking, to installation and testing of electrical equipment.

During the training, students will be divided into two groups: the 'construction side' and the 'construction management side'. The latter will employ SpiderPlus's construction DX services to track and document each working phase through photographs while ensuring safety, quality, and deadlines—the essential functions of construction management.

This program aims to address the pressing labor shortages in the construction sector by immersing students in near-real work environments, enhancing their understanding of construction and management roles, while encouraging them to consider future career paths in the industry.

Creating a Virtual Electric Construction Site

Thanks to the collaboration with Miura Electric, the practical training includes setting up a simulated electric construction environment that mimics actual job sites. Miura Electric's expertise contributes significantly, from providing materials to designing the class curriculum based on actual construction processes.

Eighteen students will be divided into three groups of six, with support from 2-3 employees from Miura Electric in each group. This setup ensures comprehensive guidance from professionals during the initial hazard prediction activities, and the students will engage in realistic role allocations, enhancing the hands-on learning experience.

Main Activities Include:

• - Hazard prediction activities (KY)
• - Material transportation and acceptance checks
• - Layout marking for boxes and downlights
• - Installation of boxes and conduits, including wiring
• - Installation of electrical fixtures and ceilings
• - Conducting various tests such as insulation resistance and voltage checks

Through these tasks, students will follow the flow of electrical construction work, from reviewing blueprints to execution and verification activities. They will learn about managing construction through four aspects: safety, blueprints, photography, and testing, using SpiderPlus to monitor the construction process effectively.

Participating students had previously taken the Second-Class Electrician Test in August, allowing them to tie their theoretical knowledge to practical experiences.

Bridging Schools, Local Businesses, and Construction DX

This collaboration is part of SpiderPlus's 'Future Talent Project', in partnership with local firms like Miura Electric that already use SpiderPlus's services locally. By amalgamating practical knowledge from construction management with specialized education from Nakoso Technical High School and SpiderPlus's construction DX offerings, the initiative aims to link students' education with real-life work experiences.

The objective is to provide students with opportunities to encounter the world of construction while considering it as a viable career option, ultimately nurturing human resources for the future of the construction industry.

The media will also have access to observe and report on this event, focusing on themes such as young talent development, construction DX, and regional collaboration.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: Collaboration between SpiderPlus, Miura Electric, and Nakoso Technical High School
• - Date: September 30, 2026, from 9:40 a.m. to approx. 3:00 p.m. (Lunch break from 12:30 to 1:10 p.m.)
• - Press Assembly Time: 9:30 a.m.

Schedule:

1. 9:40 – 10:10: Classroom training on construction and electric work, including class explanations.
2. 10:15: Move to the virtual site.
3. 10:30 – 12:30: Hands-on training in the virtual site (Part 1).
4. 12:30 – 1:10: Lunch.
5. 1:15 – 2:45: Hands-on training in the virtual site (Part 2).
6. 2:45 – 3:00: Summary and Q&A.

The training site consists of the classroom at Nakoso Technical High School and the constructed virtual site on the school's property.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will explore both practical and academic dimensions of electrical construction, integrating classroom learning with immediate real-world applications. Through a blend of activities involving both construction execution and management, students will gain a deeper understanding of the industry’s multifaceted nature.

Challenges in the Construction Industry

The construction industry faces significant challenges such as:

• - An aging workforce, with about 37% being over 55 years old
• - Decrease in working population, from around 6.85 million to approximately 4.8 million
• - High job offer ratios leading to a persistent labor shortage
• - Increased bankruptcy cases due to labor shortages
• - High turnover rates among new college graduates.

This collaborative approach aims to tackle these issues by giving students a chance to engage directly with the construction profession, thus enriching their understanding and affinity for the industry, ultimately seeking to inspire the next generation of construction talent.

This program offers invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of the construction field, fostering a connection between schools, companies, and innovative construction technology firms like SpiderPlus.