Advanced Production Solution Center

APS center is advancing technologies related to equipment materials, process safety, process systems, and numerical analysis. Through our research and development, we support the safety and competitiveness of manufacturing. We also help build production foundations that can respond to the global business environment. By providing technical support and solutions, we contribute to solving internal and external challenges and creating value.

  • Metallurgical Examination of Equipment Materials Utilizing Microscopy

Major Research Areas

Mechanical Integrity and Asset Reliability

  • Corrosion assessment via electrochemical testing

We integrate multiple specialized fields, including materials engineering, corrosion engineering, inspection and diagnostic technologies, and welding technology, to promote the diagnosis and reduction of degradation and damage risks in chemical plant equipment. This helps ensure the long-term integrity and reliability of equipment and contribute to safe and stable operation.

Development of Safety Assessment Technologies and Support for Process Safety and Disaster Prevention

  • Hazard assessment using a dust explosion test apparatus

We contribute to establishing highly safe manufacturing processes by conducting research and development on technologies for testing and evaluating the hazards of substances and by implementing safety measures based on those hazards.

Ensuring Safe, Stable, and Optimized Plant Operations

  • Evaluation of Control Methods Based on Engineering Calculations

We are dedicated to enabling safe, stable, and optimized plant operations, as well as advanced operations management, by leveraging technologies such as simulation, process control, and advanced data utilization.