Ensuring Stable Supply and High Quality of Fluoropolymer Films (FEP/PFA) | Providing Multiple Samples with Short Lead Times via In-House Slitting

Item	Specifications
Primary Applications	Release agent / Semiconductors / Analytical instruments, VAT film for 3D printers
Fluoropolymer Film Type	FEP film / PFA film
Master Roll Variations	FEP/PFA are available in various thicknesses
Processing Capability	Slitting and die-cutting (handled at the Mito Processing Center) and partner factories
Supply Format	Master roll sales / Small-batch repackaging / Slitting, die-cutting
Evaluation Samples	Providing multiple samples with short lead times

Reducing Factory Electricity Costs & Heat Countermeasures | Developing Custom-Processed Heat-Insulating & UV-Cut Sheets (Japan-ASEAN Collaboration)

In response to the triple demands of soaring electricity costs, SDGs compliance, and working environment improvement, our company has designed an original processed sheet with heat-insulating and UV-cutting functions. By coating non-woven fabrics or films with specialized paint and providing them in a format that lowers installation barriers, we have expanded our target audience to include customers with rental properties and those looking to protect existing facilities. Triple Demands: Soaring Factory Electricity Costs, SDGs Requirements, and Working Environment Improvement There is a strong desire to simultaneously reduce factory electricity costs and implement heat countermeasures. Many customers requested a sheet format that is easy to install, rather than just the paint itself.A format was needed that could be implemented even by customers for whom applying paint is difficult (rental properties, protection of existing facilities).● Scenarios of Emergence: The triple demands of rising electricity costs, SDGs compliance, and working environment improvement are becoming prominent.● Main Impacts: Deterioration of factory running costs, decline in winter/summer working efficiency, and unfulfilled CSR requirements. Why Existing Solutions Fall Short: Paint Application Barriers and the Limits of Conventional Insulation Materials Conventional heat-insulating countermeasures were based on the premise of paint application, creating a high barrier for installation work.● Specific Basis: Sample evaluations and on-site interviews. Solutions Tried So Far and Their Limitations Installing conventional insulation materials (unfeasible due to weight and poor workability), updating air conditioning units only (requires large investment).Based on these limitations, we adopted the following approach as a more fundamental solution. Solution Approach: Optimizing the Combination of Paint, Film, and Non-Woven Fabric × Developing Custom-Processed Products We developed our own custom-processed product by coating non-woven fabrics and films with specialized paint, lowering implementation barriers through sample provision and small-lot sales. STEP. 01 Material Combination Optimization Reviewing the configuration of paint × film × non-woven fabric STEP. 02 Custom-Processed Product Development Transforming into an easy-to-install format through coating and slitting processes STEP. 03 Utilization of Overseas Bases Utilization and cross-regional expansion of products supplied overseas (sharing evaluation data) STEP. 04 Cost Simulation Visualizing cost structures to support informed implementation decisions Fuji Chemi Trading's Service Network: Head Office (Sales & Technology) × ASEAN Bases This solution is achieved through a clear division of roles across multiple bases.・Head Office / Domestic Sales: Customer window and cost simulation・Technology & Development: Coating recipe development for paints, and preparation of evaluation data・Thailand and Vietnam Bases: Sharing evaluation track records at ASEAN factories● Supply System: Sample provision, small-lot sales, and in-house custom processing support. Results of Implementation Achieved a reduction in factory running costs (electricity bills). Successfully developed into a cross-regional proprietary product that is also effective for acquiring new customers.● KPI Candidates: Electricity cost reduction (on an estimated basis) / Room temperature drop in implemented factories / Record of cross-regional expansion to additional buildings and group factories.● Implementation Lead Time: Fast-track response from sample evaluation to small-lot supply. Anticipated Ripple Effects and Cross-Regional Expansion The implementation effects of this solution go beyond solving the primary challenge. Please also utilize it as compelling material for internal and management-level proposals.・Continuous tailwinds from soaring electricity costs and environmental regulations will drive mid-to-long-term growth in lead generation.・Expansion to applications beyond roofs and outer walls (such as windows, skylights, and partitions).・Proposals addressing the same theme for ASEAN factories can be rolled out, driven from Japan-based sites.・Utilized internally by customers as evidence for SDGs/CO2 reduction reports, creating an internal word-of-mouth diffusion effect. Distinction from Competitors: Why Fuji Chemi Trading is Chosen While competitors sell individual paint or building materials as standalone products, Fuji Chemi differentiates itself through an original packaged solution of "Paint + Custom Processing + Overseas Data + Small-Lot Sales." Product Information & Specifications Overview The main specifications of our track-proven products can be selected from multiple grades depending on your application and requirement conditions. Typical specifications are as follows (please contact us for detailed specifications). ItemSpecificationsMain ApplicationReducing factory electricity costs, heat countermeasures, and SDGs complianceProduct FormHeat-shielding & UV-cut sheets (coated non-woven fabric/film products)Paint BaseHeat-shielding paint / UV-cut paintProcessing SupportCoating and slit-processing into forms that are easy to installSales FormSample provision / Small-lot sales supportEvaluation DataTrack records of evaluations at overseas bases (Thailand / Vietnam) can also be shared Suggested Applications & Operation Examples In actual operations, the following patterns are frequently adopted:・Evaluation Phase: Requirement inquiries → Sample evaluation → Specifications finalization・Pre-Mass Production Preparation: Division of roles across bases, specification standardization, and local on-site startup・Mass Production Phase: Ensuring short lead times and stable supply through our robust supply system・Cross-Regional Expansion: Supporting expansion to other bases and other projects FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) What are the advantages compared to conventional paint application? Since it is a sheet-application method, it lowers the installation barriers, making it feasible for implementation even in leased properties or for protecting existing equipment. Is it possible to implement a trial on a small-lot basis? Yes, we support both sample provision and small-lot sales. Is it possible to expand the application to areas other than roofs and outer walls? Yes, expansion to various applications such as windows, skylights, and partitions is also possible. Is it possible to expand the deployment to factories in the ASEAN region? While sharing evaluation data from our overseas bases, we support your ASEAN expansion driven from Japan-based sites. Can you provide data to be used as evidence for SDGs and CO2 reduction reports? Yes, we can provide CO2 reduction estimates based on electricity cost reduction data. Proposals by Related Applications and Challenges ■ Heat-Shielding Paint Solution to Reduce Electricity Costs for Thai Factories | Arrangement of Local Installation Partners | Collaboration Across 3 Bases: China, Thailand, and Vietnam■ Stable Supply and Quality Improvement of Fluoropolymer Films (FEP/PFA) | Providing Multiple Samples with Short Lead Times through In-house Slitting Processes■ 100% Eco-Friendly Water-Absorbing & Deodorizing Bag (F+BAG ACE) | Entering the Daily Sundries and Disaster Prevention Markets with Biodegradable Non-Woven Fabric × Naturally Derived Superabsorbent Polymers

不織布・フィルム加工

原価低減

小ロット・スリット加工

環境・省エネ対応

遮熱＆UVカットシート

遮熱塗料

高機能材料 x 新規開発

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Temperature-Dependent Sheet HUMOFIT® | Reducing the Feeling of Pressure with F+BAND, a Fixation Band for Medical and Sports Applications

Balancing "rigidity at room temperature" and "flexibility at body temperature," which is difficult with conventional fixation materials—with F+BAND applying the temperature-dependent sheet HUMOFIT®, we have simultaneously achieved reduced tightness when worn and ensured breathability. This solution also looks toward horizontal expansion into the medical, sports, beauty, and wearable device fields. The Issue of "Tightness from Fixation Bands" Occurring in Medical and Sports Fields In medical and sports applications, there was a demand for a material that "fits the body without a feeling of pressure" as an alternative to fixation bands and bandages for arms. With existing materials, it is difficult to balance moldability and a snug fit.It was necessary to switch between hardness and softness depending on the situation, which was difficult to address with conventional fixation agents and tapes.● Scenarios where this becomes apparent: Improvement of existing products. Needs became apparent in situations such as exhibitions.● Main impacts: Discomfort when worn → lower continuous use rate, deterioration of workability in medical fields, and difficulty in differentiation from competitors. Why Existing Materials Do Not Fit: Physical Properties That Cannot Balance Room Temperature and Body Temperature The physical property limitations of existing fixation materials (plastics and rubber). They cannot balance rigidity at room temperature with flexibility at body temperature.● Grounds for identification: Interviews with existing clients and at exhibition booth displays. Countermeasures Attempted So Far and Their Limits Elastic rubber bands (feeling of tightness remains) and cast-type materials (heavy and difficult to handle).Based on these limitations, we adopted the following approach as a more fundamental solution. Solution Approach: HUMOFIT® Application × Die-Cut Shape Optimization × Perforating Process to Ensure Breathability Applying and developing the temperature-dependent sheet HUMOFIT®. Optimizing breathability and fit through material grade changes combined with die-cut shapes and perforating processes. STEP. 01 Material Grade Change Re-selecting the HUMOFIT® temperature-dependent sheet for medical applications STEP. 02 Die-Cut Shape and Size Adjustment Repeating evaluations with fixation band shapes STEP. 03 Perforating Process Ensuring breathability and suppressing stuffiness Fuji Chemi Trading's Supply System: Headquarters × Partner Manufacturers This solution is established through the division of roles among multiple bases:・Headquarters / Domestic Sales: Customer window and exhibition collaboration・Partner Manufacturers: Supply and physical property data of the HUMOFIT® sheet● Supply System: Prototyping response with multiple variations of shapes and sizes. Results of Implementation Achieved function and performance improvements. Tightness when worn has been reduced, improving the feeling of use in medical and sports fields.● KPI Candidates: Improvement in sensory evaluation of tightness / Extension of wearing time / Reduction of rashes and stuffiness at the wearing site.● Implementation Lead Time: Commercialized by repeating prototype evaluations of shapes and perforation layouts. Anticipated Ripple Effects and Horizontal Expansion The benefits of implementing this solution extend beyond solving the primary issues. Please utilize this as material for internal and management proposals.・Horizontal expansion into prosthetic devices, supporters, and bands for pets・HUMOFIT application into helmet linings, sports protectors, etc.・Development into beauty and wearable devices (such as sensors that adhere tightly using body temperature)・The message "Deforms with body temperature" has excellent compatibility with technical and health media Differences from Competitors: Why Fuji Chemi Trading is Chosen Trading companies dealing only in single rubber or resin items have thin application know-how for temperature-dependent materials. Fuji Chemi can propose "HUMOFIT material × cutting shape optimization × perforated breathability design" as a package proposal. Product Information & Specification Overview The main specifications of products with a proven track record can be selected from multiple grades depending on the application and required conditions. Representative specifications are as follows (please contact us for detailed specs). Specification (Brand)Specification (Brand)Thickness (mm)TypeProduct Width (mm)Product Length (mm)RemarksWhite Band0.35S (Standard) / H (Perforated)10–20050–800Material: OlefinTransparent Band (A11)0.4S (Standard) / H (Perforated)Same as aboveSame as aboveSame as above Utilization Methods and Operation Examples In actual operations, the following patterns are frequently adopted:・Evaluation Phase: Requirement hearing → Sample evaluation → Specification finalization・Pre-Mass Production Preparation: Division of roles across bases, specification standardization, and local startup・Mass Production Phase: Ensuring short delivery times and stable supply through our supply system・Horizontal Expansion: Supporting expansion into other bases and projects FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) Is it possible to apply this to other medical devices and sports equipment? Horizontal expansion into prosthetic devices, supporters, sports protectors, etc., is possible. Can you also propose this for the beauty and wearable device fields? Application to beauty equipment, wearable sensors, and other purposes that tightly adhere using body temperature is possible. How do you ensure breathability? Breathability is ensured through perforating processes (H type). The size and layout of the holes can also be customized. Can the die-cut shape be customized? We can accommodate customization of die-cut shapes, sizes, and perforation layouts. Is it possible to request samples? We can accommodate sample supply. Please let us know your requirements. Proposals by Related Applications and Challenges ■ 100% Eco-Friendly Water-Absorbing + Deodorizing Bag (F+BAG ACE) | Entering General Goods and Disaster Prevention Markets with Biodegradable Non-Woven Fabric × Naturally Derived Water-Absorbing Polymer■ Local Procurement of Static Electricity Measures for OA Equipment in Vietnam | Selecting Static Elimination Brushes and Conductive Fibers Aligned with Manufacturer Design Philosophies■ Joint Development of Low-Contamination Release Separators (Zero Adhesive Residue) | Balancing Function and Quality Through Optimal Blending of Adhesives × Curing Agents

品質向上 x 歩留まり改善

固定バンドF+BAND

抜き加工・有孔加工

温度依存性シート HUMOFIT®

自社開発オリジナル製品

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Focused Development of High-Frequency Compatible FPC (Low-Dielectric Materials such as LCP) | On-Site Hearing-Based Proposals Utilizing Overseas Bases

The high-frequency FPC field is seeing growing requirements for physical properties due to the widespread adoption of 5G and next-generation communication devices. We provide a "demand-driven" solution that aggregates information on manufacturers' new and developmental products, and matches them with needs through on-site hearings at local factories via our overseas bases. Mismatches Between Required Properties and Supply Frequently Occurring in the High-Frequency FPC Market While market requirements in the electronic components and equipment industry are updated daily and demands for high-frequency compatible FPCs (such as LCP) are rising, projects tend to stall due to a mismatch between required physical properties and actual supply.Through meetings with customers' procurement departments, it became clear that it is essential to gather raw feedback from local bases.● Scenarios where this becomes apparent: New product development and existing product improvement phases. Targeted at mobile and consumer devices.● Main impacts: Supply anxiety, prolonged lead times, procurement delays after design freeze, and falling behind competitors. Why Mismatches Occur: Supply Stability, Prolonged Lead Times, and Advanced Property Requirements Supply stability issues and prolonged lead times with overseas suppliers. Required physical properties are highly advanced, making it difficult to match them with manufacturers' developmental products.● Grounds for identification: Meetings with customers' procurement departments and local hearings at overseas bases. Countermeasures Attempted So Far and Their Limits Performance insufficiency with general-purpose FPC materials and unfulfilled requirements when relying on a single manufacturer introduction.Based on these limitations, we adopted the following approach as a more fundamental solution. Solution Approach: Introduction of Manufacturers' New Products × Local Hearings × Demand Matching A matching-driven sales approach that introduces manufacturers' new and developmental products to existing customers while uncovering demand at overseas bases through the Fuji Chemi network. STEP. 01 Introduction of Manufacturers' Developmental Products Aggregating technical information at the Japan Headquarters STEP. 02 Information Sharing with Overseas Bases Confirming local factory demands at Thailand and Vietnam bases STEP. 03 Local Hearings Gathering real feedback from overseas local factories and reflecting it into required specifications Fuji Chemi Trading's Supply System: Collaboration Among Headquarters × Thailand/Vietnam Bases × Manufacturers This solution is established through a clear division of roles among multiple bases:・Headquarters / Domestic Sales: Collecting and deploying manufacturers' new products・Thailand and Vietnam Bases: Conducting local customer factory hearings and confirming demand・Manufacturers: Supplying developmental products and providing technical dataSupply System: Introduction-based. Following the finalization of required specifications, we proceed with sample supply → evaluation → mass production. Results of Implementation Successfully matched manufacturers' developmental products with market demand. Achieved functionality and performance improvements in the high-frequency field together with customers.● KPI Candidates: Creation of new adoption projects / Improvement in required specification matching rate / Increase in inquiries via overseas bases.● Implementation Lead Time: The process from hearings to matching and evaluation is ongoing (long lifecycle). Anticipated Ripple Effects and Horizontal Expansion The benefits of implementing this solution extend beyond solving the primary issues. Please utilize this as material for internal and management proposals.・Horizontal expansion into high-frequency fields such as 5G, automotive communication, satellite communication, and wearables・Development into low-dielectric materials other than LCP (modified PI, low-dielectric prepreg)・Development into global adoption by involving headquarters-level decision-makers of customers' overseas factories・Increase in inquiries from technical engineers through SEO traffic driven by keywords like "high-frequency FPC" and "LCP film" Differences from Competitors: Why Fuji Chemi Trading is Chosen While most domestic specialized trading companies limit their proposals to Japan headquarters only, Fuji Chemi is unique in its ability to bridge manufacturers' new Japanese products with the demands of local overseas factories mutually. Product Information & Specification Overview The main specifications of products with a proven track record can be selected from multiple grades depending on the application and required conditions. Representative specifications are as follows (please contact us for detailed specs). ItemSpecificationsMain ApplicationHigh-frequency FPCs for 5G, next-generation communication, automotive communication, and wearablesLow-Dielectric MaterialsLow-dielectric films such as LCP (selected according to required properties)Proposal TypeIntroduction of manufacturers' new/developmental products + demand matchingLocal CollaborationLocal factory hearings and demand confirmation at Thailand and Vietnam basesSupplyPhased operation: sample supply → evaluation → mass productionRelated Fields5G / Automotive Communication / Satellite Communication / Wearables Utilization Methods and Operation Examples In actual operations, the following patterns are frequently adopted:・Evaluation Phase: Requirement hearing → Sample evaluation → Specification finalization・Pre-Mass Production Preparation: Division of roles across bases, specification standardization, and local startup・Mass Production Phase: Ensuring short delivery times and stable supply through our supply system・Horizontal Expansion: Supporting expansion into other bases and projects FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) Can you propose low-dielectric materials other than LCP? Yes, we can propose materials such as modified PI and low-dielectric prepreg according to your application. How do you proceed with demand confirmation at overseas local factories? Our overseas bases visit local factories to gather and provide raw feedback from design and procurement departments. Is it possible to supply samples? Yes, it is possible. Please let us know your required properties and evaluation conditions. Can you support high-frequency fields other than 5G (automotive, satellite, etc.)? Yes, we support the overall high-frequency domain, including automotive communication, satellite communication, and wearable devices. Can this be used for lead generation of new customers? By combining this with technical columns on the latest industry trends, you can design a funnel from lead generation to individual hearings. Proposals by Related Applications and Challenges ■ Space-Saving in Electronic Equipment Achieved with Anisotropic Conductive Film (ACF) × Local Slitting Process in Thailand | Integrating Connection, Insulation, and Adhesion into a Single Sheet■ Small-Lot and Slitting Processing for FPC Release Film | Supplying Evaluation Samples with Short Lead Times from Stock Items■ Stable Supply and Higher Quality of Fluoropolymer Film (FEP/PFA) | Providing Multiple Samples with Short Lead Times via In-House Slitting

BCP x 安定供給

LCP低誘電フィルム

タイ拠点

ベトナム拠点

高周波対応FPC関連材料

高機能材料 x 新規開発

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Ensuring Stable Supply and High Quality of Fluoropolymer Films (FEP/PFA) | Providing Multiple Samples with Short Lead Times via In-House Slitting

Rising Demands for “Stable Supply and Quality” in the Fluoropolymer Film Market

Why Existing Supply Chains Fall Short: Processing Constraints, Supply Stability, and Overseas Relocation

Previously Attempted Measures and Their Limitations

Solution Approach: In-House Inventory × In-House Slitting

In-House Inventory

In-House Slitting

FUJICHEMI TRADING’s Supply System: Headquarters × Mito Processing Center × Partner Manufacturing Factories

Results and Achievements from Implementation

Expected Ripple Effects and Horizontal Expansion

Our Differentiators: Why FUJICHEMI TRADING is the Preferred Choice Over Competitors

Product Information & Spec Overview

How to Leverage & Operational Examples

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Proposals by Related Applications and Challenges

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Solutions by Application and Challenge in the Same Category

Reducing Factory Electricity Costs & Heat Countermeasures | Developing Custom-Processed Heat-Insulating & UV-Cut Sheets (Japan-ASEAN Collaboration)

Temperature-Dependent Sheet HUMOFIT® | Reducing the Feeling of Pressure with F+BAND, a Fixation Band for Medical and Sports Applications

Focused Development of High-Frequency Compatible FPC (Low-Dielectric Materials such as LCP) | On-Site Hearing-Based Proposals Utilizing Overseas Bases

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