The R&D Division at Daiwa Fine Chemicals Co., Ltd. (Laboratory), has opened up new and unique paths for the company, challenging us to do things that no one else has done before. We’ve focused on specific fields, identifying niche markets that few other companies are involved in, to dive deeper into our technologies and to develop unique products. We have also worked hard to create an environment that allows for the talents of each of our research personnel to shine.
We have created an integrated research and development system that covers everything from the basic technology research that supports existing products to forward-looking technology research for applications in new areas and seed research to encourage areas with future growth potential.
There are three groups centered on the core technologies for organic chemistry—the Plating Group, Corrosion Inhibitor Group, and Fine Chemicals Group—in addition to our Product Development Department. All are involved in advancing our foundational technologies, in diversifying our applicable technologies, and in developing products that create new values that would help open up new markets.
The Plating Group develops new plating solutions and plating processes in anticipation of industry needs. We remain a strong industry leader in non-cyanide silver plating and we aspire to develop products with great added value.
This Group is tackling several issues, such as: R&D for organic synthetic chemicals; expanding areas of application for benzotriazole-based ultraviolet absorbers; and researching new plastic surface coatings.
Here we’re working to develop various high-performance corrosion-inhibiting materials in anticipation of customers’ future needs. The focus in recent years has shifted to developing corrosion inhibitors that are safe for the environment and people.
This supremely talented group of technical specialists is charged with identifying growth markets, cooperating with other companies on product development, and acquiring new customers. Their numerous achievements include the development of a surface finishing chemical for lithium-ion batteries.
Scanning electron microscope with energy
dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX)
Micro hardness tester
Nuclear magnetic resonance device (NMR)
The R&D Division is located within our Akashi Factory, the production core for Daiwa Fine Chemicals Co., Ltd. (Laboratory). Research and development work requires both uniqueness and speed. Our researchers are closely aligned with their coworkers in the adjacent Manufacturing Division as well as the Trading Division within the same group. Our research work is focused on developing new products faster than ever before.
