Environmental Conservation at Business Locations in Japan

Name of location/group company

Name

Comments from general manager or environmental officer

Iron & Steel Business

Kakogawa Works

Koichiro Shibata
General Manager

We prioritize safety, environmental friendliness and disaster prevention, and we also consider adherence to laws and regulatory agreements to be a matter of course. We pursue a variety of initiatives to contribute to society by reducing environmental impact, including reducing dust fall, promoting energy conservation and recycling, and developing more environmentally friendly products. We implement ongoing training to increase levels of environmental awareness, and strive to promote harmony with local communities by communicating with the public in a variety of ways.

Kobe Works

Shoji Miyazaki
General Manager

As an urban steelworks with strong roots in the city of Kobe, we are always mindful of our relationship with the local community and make every effort to preserve the environment. Although the pig iron and steel mills will be shut down at the end of October 2017, we will maintain and build on our tradition of meticulous environmental management under the new production system, remaining a safe and reliable steelworks for the local community.

Kobelco Engineered Construction Materials Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Plant)

Masanori Kajiwara
Deputy General Manager, Manufacturing Division

Nine years have passed since we began Eco-Action 21 initiatives. In fiscal 2016, we implemented improvements at all plants, such as the introduction of invertor compressors and other improvements to proactively save energy and conserve resources. In the future, we will continue to strive to reduce environmental impact and contribute to society.

Shinko Wire Company, Ltd. (Amagasaki Works)

Tatsuya Okazaki
General Manager

Shinko Wire acquired Eco-Action 21 certification and registration in 2007. As a secondary wire rod products manufacturer, we develop and manufacture products aiming for higher strength, greater corrosion resistance and longer life to support high-tech industries such as civil engineering, construction, automotive and IT. Our products contribute to reduced CO₂ emissions and resource and energy conservation. In fiscal 2017, we focused on promoting energy-saving and compliance-related activities, striving to further reduce environmental impact.

Shinko Wire Company, Ltd., Wire Rope Division (Onoe Works)

Fumio Tanigawa
General Manager

As part of our environmental improvement activities centered on saving energy and resources, in fiscal 2016 we worked to reduce environmental impact by increasing yield and quality and by promoting Eco-Action 21 activities. In fiscal 2017, we will work to reduce unnecessary energy consumption through effective use of our new wire drawing machine and visualization of power usage, striving to be a plant that contributes to environmental conservation.

Kobelco Steel Tube Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Shimonoseki Works)

Koichi Hirota
Managing Director and General Manager, Shimonoseki Works

Aiming for sustainable development, we implement continuous improvements at all stages of product development, production and disposal. We promote activities to prevent pollution and protect the environment, and have achieved notable reductions in waste. In fiscal 2017 we will focus on responding to shifts in environmental impact accompanying the change デュエルビッツ 初回入金ボーナスroduct mix

Shinko Bolt, Ltd. (Head Office/Plant)

Yoshihiro Mitani
Director, General Manager, Production Department and General Manager, Technical Department

In fiscal 2016, Shinko Bolt was recognized by the Eco-Action Office, for 10 years of continuous certification since first acquiring Eco-Action 21 certification in 2007. We also implemented a proposal from on-site bolt former operators to reduce soot during heading, greatly improving working conditions and reducing costs. This initiative received a special prize of recognition from the president of the company, serving as an inspiration for other workers at the plant.

Ceratechno Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Akashi Plant)

Hidenori Tada
General Manager

We are implementing activities in line with Eco-Action 21 at each worksite, focusing on saving energy, cutting waste, and reducing the use of hazardous substances. デュエルビッツ 初回入金ボーナスarticular, we are actively working on conserving electricity and on reducing peak power consumption. Going forward, we will strive for continual improvements to reduce our environmental impact and preserve the local environment.

Ceratechno Co., Ltd. (Bizen Plant)

Shinya Arima
General Manager

In order to preserve the local community and living environment, we proactively work to conserve energy and water, reduce industrial waste and promote recycling. We strive to further decrease environmental impact through compliance with environmental laws and regulations and plantwide Eco-Action 21 activities.

Nippon Koshuha Steel Co., Ltd. (Toyama Works)

Kenichi Horikawa
Director and General Manager, Toyama Works

Believing that safety and the environment are top priorities, we will strive to coexist with local communities and achieve environmental improvements. In fiscal 2017, we will focus on conserving energy by converting to city gas for heating furnaces and LED for factory lighting, and on reducing and reusing iron and steel byproducts such as dust, slag and sludge.

Kansai Coke and Chemicals Company, Limited (Kakogawa Plant)

Tsutomu Okai
General Manager

At the Kakogawa Plant, we work in conjunction with デュエルビッツ 初回入金ボーナスel's Kakogawa Works to build a safe and clean plant and earn the trust of the local community, promoting activities to prevent air and water pollution, save energy, appropriately manage waste, and otherwise protect the environment.

Japan Aeroforge, Ltd. (Head Office Plant)

Masayuki Okano
President and Representative Director

Japan Aeroforge utilizes a 50,000-ton hydraulic press—one of the world's largest窶杯o manufacture large forged parts for airplanes and power generation. In fiscal 2016, we expanded our product menu and began the mass production of engine parts. We will continue to improve energy efficiency by increasing the size of production lots, promoting continuous operation and reducing reprocessing.

Welding Business

Fujisawa Plant

Manabu Nagata
General Manager

In fiscal 2016, the Fujisawa Plant was able to reduce environmental impact, decreasing water usage and waste production. In fiscal 2017, we will pursue a shift to the ISO 14001:2015 standard, further raising our skill and implementing new systems. We will also strive to raise awareness of environmental management systems through coexistence and cooperation with the community, for instance through local community cleanup drives.

Ibaraki Plant

Tomoshi Kono
General Manager

As an urban plant adjacent to residential areas, we endeavor to consider the local environment in our operations. In fiscal 2016, we introduced environmental equipment and strove to strengthen environmental management. We also pursued "satoyama" (countryside forest) conservation activities to protect the rich natural environment of Ibaraki. In fiscal 2017, we will continue to promote such activities.

Saijo Plant

Naoki Fujimoto
General Manager

In fiscal 2016, we reevaluated the effectiveness of measures to prevent reoccurrence of past instances of environmental noncompliance at the Saijo Plant, ensuring that such mechanisms are functioning correctly. In the future we will continue to strive to reduce environmental impact, including through reduction of waste and appropriate management of chemical substances. Additionally, we will actively support our overseas manufacturing bases.

Fukuchiyama Plant

Katsuyuki Sako
General Manager

In fiscal 2016, we worked to reduce environmental impact by updating and maintaining major equipment to prevent leakage of chemical substances at aging facilities and from infrastructure. We also strove to increase environmental awareness among employees through disaster drills and environmental training. In the future, we will continue to make improvements to equipment to reduce environmental impact, as well as engage in activities to increase environmental awareness among employees.

Shinko Actec Co., Ltd. (Hidaka Plant)

Tadahiro Murata
General Manager

In light of the serious breach of compliance regarding industrial waste in fiscal 2016, we took efforts to reacquaint all employees with legal and regulatory compliance through our environmental policies. We will step up Eco-Action 21 activities, with strong environmental awareness on the part of each employee, and implement environmentally friendly production activities.

Hanshin Yosetsu Kizai Co., Ltd. (Okayama Plant)

Yukio Hida
President and Representative Director

Ten years have passed since we first acquired Eco-Action 21 certification. Over that time we have achieved a certain level of results, focusing largely on activities to conserve energy and reduce waste. We will continue to make efforts, committed to the belief that environmental action is a lifelong pursuit.

Aluminum & Copper Business

Moka Plant

Masaki Tanigawa
General Manager

Blessed with the clear and flowing Kinugawa River and great natural verdure, we have now operated in Moka City for 49 years. To coexist with this great natural beauty, we will continue to develop and implement increased energy-saving activities and more effective utilization of industrial waste. We also strive for harmony with the local community through our corporate activities, focusing on products that contribute to improved fuel consumption through weight savings in automobiles.

Chofu Works

Gozo Shirota
General Manager

At the Chofu Works, we engage in ongoing activities based in ISO 14001 standards to conserve energy and resources and reduce waste. In the future, we will continue to pursue environmentally friendly manufacturing, with all employees working together to ensure compliance and reduce environmental impact. We will strive for cooperation and shared prosperity with the local community.

Daian Plant

Yuji Numabe
General Manager

At the Daian Plant, we strive to maintain an ordered, positive, bright and cheerful workplace, conducive to open discussions. Under this corporate culture, we address a variety of challenges through the combined strengths of all employees. Regarding environmental conservation, our domestic production activities take the environment into consideration. At our overseas bases, we proactively support production activities, adhering to local national laws and keeping the environment in mind.

Shinko Metal Products Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Plant)

Hiroyuki Ando
President and Representative Director

In fiscal 2016, we developed activities based on Eco-Action 21 standards to reduce environmental impact. Regarding energy conservation, we will continue efforts to reduce environmental impact, striving to concentrate the operation of annealing furnaces and other heating equipment and pursuing activities to reduce per-unit energy consumption.

Shinko Aluminum Wire Co., Ltd. (Head Office Plant)

Yukio Sugishita
President and Director

In fiscal 2016, we received an S rank under the specified business operators rating system of the Act on the Rational Use of Energy (given to companies whose energy consumption rate averaged over five years decreased by 1 percent or more). In fiscal 2017, we aim to reduce energy consumption even further by expanding on manufacturable size breakthroughs. We will also market alloys that we have developed in the automotive market, where aluminum is being adopted as a material for bolts.

Shinko-North Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Kasumigaura Plant)

Kunihiko Hatanaka
President and Representative Director

In fiscal 2016, Shinko-North implemented programs to reduce environmental impact, centered on energy conservation, resource conservation and 3R activities. In the future, we will continue to implement activities to reduce environmental impact through development of environmentally friendly products and full employee participation in 5S activities, fulfilling our responsibilities as a member of the local community and increasing our corporate value.

Shinko Leadmikk Co., Ltd. (Head Office/Plant)

Atsuo Sugiura
President and Representative Director

Shinko Leadmikk's basic policy is to be a company that is gentle to the Earth, with all employees engaging in activities for environmental and energy conservation. In fiscal 2016, we were able to greatly decrease levels of specially controlled waste through efficient utilization of acid waste liquid. In fiscal 2017, we will pursue activities to strength environmental risk countermeasures.

Kobelco & Materials Copper Tube, Ltd. (Hatano Plant)

Akinori Tsuchiya
General Manager

As a top manufacturer of copper tube, our slogan is to "see to the heart of challenges and bring progress to manufacturing." We will maintain high productivity, continue energy-saving activities, and contribute to environmental preservation through technical development.

Machinery Business

Harima Plant

Masahiko Nakanan
General Manager

Understanding that issues such as combatting climate change and creating a recycling-oriented society are shared problems facing humanity, we at the Harima Plant will contribute to society and enhance corporate value by 1) practicing environmentally friendly manufacturing, 2) contributing to the environment through our technologies, products and services, and 3) coexisting and cooperating with society.

Shinko Engineering Co., Ltd. (Head Office)

Takaaki Hayata
President and Representative Director

As a comprehensive machinery manufacturer, we pursue environmentally friendly manufacturing, technology, products and services, aiming for plant operations that offer world-class quality, cost and delivery (QCD). We will contribute to society through legal compliance and environmental management activities.

Engineering Business

Kobelco Eco-Solutions Co., Ltd. (Harima Plant)

Teruo Imanaka
General Manager

We engage in environmental conservation initiatives, and regard environmental compliance as an issue of utmost importance. In fiscal 2016, we upgraded to extra high-voltage power receiving equipment, repainted plant buildings and switched to LED lighting. In fiscal 2017, we will pursue additional improvements to our energy consumption rate, through new production equipment and improvements to productivity.

Kobelco Eco-Solutions Co., Ltd. (Technical Research Center)

Shigeyoshi Tagashira
General Manager

At the Technical Research Center, our aim is to contribute to environmentally friendly community building, through technical development related to water and waste treatment. On-site facilities have been established to manage wastewater created at the center. Additionally, we also engage in waste reduction and recycling.

Electric Power Business

Kobelco Power Kobe, Inc. (Kobe Power Plant)

Takashi Miki
President and Representative Director

Our urban power plant in Kobe City is surrounded by beautiful mountains and a harbor. All employees at the power plant engage in activities to preserve the environment. Through stable supply of electricity achieved through appropriate operational and maintenance management, we strive to be a power plant deserving of public trust.

Headquarters, Other

Takasago Works

Atsushi Shigeno
General Manager

At Takasago Works, we contribute to society through distinctive, "Only-One" products such as steel castings and forgings, titanium, steel powder, industrial machinery, compressors, and equipment for the energy field. In the future, we will keep safety, the environment, disaster prevention and compliance at the forefront of our minds. We will aim for shared prosperity with the local community as we continue activities to reduce environmental impact.

Kobe Corporate Research Laboratories

Takao Kawanaka
General Manager, General Administration Department

At Kobe Corporate Research Laboratories we engage in technical development designed to strengthen Group profitability and foster future growth across a wide range of fields. Our emphasis is on development of new, environmentally friendly products and technologies. Through activities in line with Eco-Action 21 environmental management systems, all employees work to reduce environmental impact.

Kobelco Research Institute, Inc. (Target Division)

Eisuke Kusumoto
General Manager, Target Division

As a component of ISO 14001:2015 standards, the Target Division incorporates a life cycle perspective into product planning and development, pursuing manufacturing with low environmental impact. Additionally, when manufacturing products such as wiring materials for flat panel displays we promote reuse and recycling. Goods that contain our products, such as smartphones and energy-efficient, high-performance TVs, also provide ongoing contributions to improving society.

Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (Hiroshima factory)

Takashi Takigawa
General Manager

We produce hydraulic excavators of 7 tons and higher. We have also released new models onto the market to meet stricter emissions standards and further improve fuel consumption. At the production plant, we have introduced energy-saving equipment, adopted organic solvent-free paints, and promoted introduction of electronic manifests. In fiscal 2017, we will continue to contribute to environmental conservation, pursuing increased energy conservation and further reductions in organic solvents.

Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (Ogaki factory)

Takeshi Akiyama
General Manager

In fiscal 2016, we worked to reduce CO₂ emissions, improved productivity through upgrades to aging processing equipment, and reduced total trips for parts delivery trucks by promoting milk-run deliveries. In fiscal 2017, we plan to reduce environmental impact by switching to paints containing minimal levels of specified chemical substances and organic solvents.

Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (Okubo factory)

Keiji Saito
General Manager

At the Okubo factory, we pursue fuel-efficient, low-noise and lightweight crane development. We engage in environmental conservation including outdoor cleanup drives and efforts to reduce waste. In fiscal 2016 we inspected nine disposal companies responsible for appropriate disposal of industrial waste. Through efforts beginning in fiscal 2017 to rationalize paint booths, we aim not only to ensure legal and regulatory compliance and minimize environmental risks, but also to conserve energy and resources by improving painting efficiency.

Japan Superconductor Technology, Inc. (Wire Plant, Moji Factory)

Hidefumi Kurahashi
General Manager

We strive to contribute to the environment by supplying superconducting wires, an extremely energy-efficient technology. In fiscal 2016, we engaged in ongoing improvement activities to meet environmental targets for Eco-Action 21. As a member of the local community, we will continue to engage in environmental initiatives in the future.

Shinko Industrial Co., Ltd. (Head Office)

Masato Izutani
General Manager, Production Division

At Shinko Industrial, we pursue environmentally friendly operations, striving to exist in harmony with the local community of Kuryaoshi, which is rich in natural beauty. In fiscal 2016, we were able to reduce steam usage and power used for compressors. In fiscal 2017, we will further expand such activities, working to reduce environmental impact.