Fujipream
Basic Information
- Stock Code
- 4237
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Category Detail
- Chemicals & Chemical Products
- Prefecture
- Hyogo Prefecture
- Establishment Year
- April 1982
- Listing Year
- June 2004
- Official Website
- http://www.fujipream.co.jp/
- TSE Information
- TSE Information
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Overview
Fujipream is a specialized manufacturer in the chemical industry founded in 1982, boasting technological prowess in optical functional films and the solar cell sector.
Current Situation
Fujipream recorded consolidated sales of 16.4 billion yen and net assets of 8.4 billion yen for the fiscal year ended March 2015, with its head office in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture. Its main businesses are optical filters for plasma displays and solar cell manufacturing, and it possesses high-precision lamination technology. It entered the optical functional film processing business in 1991 and began full-scale solar cell manufacturing in 2000. It is also advancing the exploration of new businesses utilizing nanotechnology technology, with a research institute established in the Harima Science Garden City of SPring-8. Moving forward, the development of highly flexible solar cell modules and the expansion of high-functional optical film technology will be key to growth. With paid-in capital of 2 billion yen, it has a related company, Fujipre Sales Co., Ltd., and its Tokyo Sales Headquarters in Chuo-ku, Tokyo. It is a small to medium-sized technology-oriented company advocating sustainable technology development and the development of domestic and international demand.
Trivia
Interesting Facts
- One of Japan's major manufacturers of optical functional films
- Has a research institute near SPring-8 in Harima Science Garden City
- Possesses proprietary technology for precision lamination of functional films
- Fully entered the solar cell business since 2000
- Small to medium-sized company with high technology concentration
- Contributing to a wide range of industries through multi-functional composite film manufacturing
- Focusing on development of environmentally friendly biodegradable films
- Products widely adopted by domestic and international electronics manufacturers
- Also advancing R&D of nanotechnology-applied products
- SME with multiple locations including Tokyo Nihonbashi Sales Headquarters
- Product lineup includes highly design-flexible solar cells
- Contributing to industry technology infrastructure formation through collaboration with peers
- Major shareholder Matsumoto Jizo holds 44.08% of shares
- Paid-in capital of 2 billion yen with thorough in-house product quality control
- Holds numerous patents related to optical films
Hidden Connections
- Accumulates advanced analytical technology through use of SPring-8 in Harima Science Garden City
- Strengthens sales system through collaboration with related company Fujipre Sales
- Track record of joint development with major electronic component manufacturers in optical films
- Leverages technology synergy linked with local R&D bases in Harima region
- Freely designable technology in solar cell business has significant impact on electrical equipment industry
- Management team as strong shareholders ensures management stability
- R&D base collaborates with local universities in nanotechnology field
- Special functional film processing technology extends to medical field
Future Outlook
Growth Drivers
- Expansion of demand for higher functionality in optical display market
- Solar cell market expansion due to spread of renewable energy
- New market development for nanotechnology-applied products
- Increased needs and regulatory strengthening for environmentally friendly materials
- Increased material demand accompanying smaller, higher-performance electronic components
- Promotion of technological innovation through collaboration with regional research bases
- Recovery and expansion of domestic and international display industries
- Increased development needs for decarbonization society-compliant products
- Diversification of customer customization needs
- Customer support through rapid response capabilities unique to SMEs
- Promotion of sustainable manufacturing process improvements
- Commercialization of new technologies through industry-academia collaboration projects
Strategic Goals
- Expand market share in optical functional films and maintain technology leadership
- Expand sales through higher efficiency and diversification of solar cell products
- Diversify revenue sources through commercialization of nanotechnology-applied new materials
- Achieve low environmental impact and energy-saving in manufacturing processes
- Improve global market brand recognition
- Achieve over 60% composition ratio of environmentally sustainable products
- Promote technological innovation through strengthened collaboration with domestic and international research institutions
- Enhance customization capabilities to meet customer needs
- Improve business efficiency and productivity through DX introduction
- Continuously strengthen social contribution activities in collaboration with local communities
Business Segments
Optical Film Manufacturing
- Overview
- Mass production and prototyping of optical functional films using advanced precision lamination technology.
- Competitiveness
- Specialized in proprietary precision multi-layer lamination technology
- Customers
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- Plasma display manufacturers
- LCD manufacturers
- Electronic component manufacturers
- Automotive display manufacturers
- Electronic device developers
- Products
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- Polarizing filters
- Anti-reflective films
- High-brightness enhancement films
- Glass lamination films
- Protective films
Solar Cell Manufacturing
- Overview
- Manufactures high-efficiency, custom-designed solar cells to meet diverse customer needs.
- Competitiveness
- High-flexibility module design and manufacturing technology
- Customers
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- Renewable energy companies
- Residential equipment manufacturers
- Industrial solar power equipment providers
- Automotive companies
- Domestic and international sales agents
- Products
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- Thin-film solar cell modules
- Residential solar modules
- Vehicle-mounted solar cells
- Freely designable modules
- Weather-resistant panels
Electronic Materials and Parts Supply
- Overview
- Conducts R&D and supply of high-functional films and adhesives in the electronic materials field.
- Competitiveness
- Precision thin-film technology and applicability
- Customers
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- Semiconductor equipment manufacturers
- Electronic board manufacturers
- Flat panel display replacement parts manufacturers
- Industrial electronics developers
- Products
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- Heat-resistant encapsulation films
- Photoresist base materials
- Conductive films
- Adhesives for electronic components
Environmentally Friendly Product Development
- Overview
- Develops and supplies sustainable environmentally friendly film materials.
- Competitiveness
- R&D specialized in environmentally considerate materials
- Customers
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- Food packaging manufacturers
- Medical hygiene product manufacturers
- Bioplastic material suppliers
- Products
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- Biodegradable films
- Antibacterial coatings
- Environmentally friendly laminate materials
Special Functional Product Processing
- Overview
- Develops and sells externally high value-added special functional films.
- Competitiveness
- Multi-functional composite film processing technology
- Customers
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- Medical device manufacturers
- Automotive electrical component manufacturers
- Precision equipment design companies
- Products
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- Electromagnetic shielding films
- Anti-glare/UV cut films
- Weather-resistant processed films
R&D and Technical Support
- Overview
- Provides R&D support and technology for advanced materials through industry-academia collaboration.
- Competitiveness
- Expertise in nanotechnology applications
- Customers
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- Universities and research institutions
- Industrial technology centers
- Corporate technology development departments
- Products
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- Nano particle dispersions
- High-performance coating agents
- Test optical materials
Competitive Advantage
Strengths
- Advanced precision lamination technology
- Freely designable capabilities in solar cells
- Utilization of Harima Science Garden research base
- Composite technology of chemicals and electronic materials
- High technology concentration despite small scale
- Film manufacturing for diverse applications
- Extensive experience in nanotechnology applications
- Customization to customer needs
- Promotion of high value-added products
- One of Japan's leading optical component manufacturers
- Rapid and flexible technical support system
- Strengths in high weather resistance and environmentally adaptive products
- Utilization of wide sales channels
- Advanced special film product lineup
- Diverse customer base in B2B sectors
Competitive Advantages
- Composite technological strength in both optical functional films and solar cells
- Provides high-precision products through proprietary multi-layer lamination technology
- Capable of highly flexible solar cell module design
- Differentiation through new material development using nanotechnology
- Advanced analytical capabilities leveraging SPring-8 research base
- Expansion and market launch of environmentally friendly product lineup
- Customer closeness through rapid customization response
- Technology deployment across wide industrial applications
- Flexible management as a specialized SME
- Strength in electronic materials supply chain
- Long-term technology accumulation and quality control system
- Realizes high value-added products with multi-layer functional films
- Collaborative development capabilities meeting customer design needs
- Provides advanced sustainable technology compliant with environmental regulations
- Specialized leadership in the domestic market
Threats
- Intensifying competition with major chemical manufacturers
- Rise of Chinese companies in the global market
- Increased burden to keep up with rapid technological innovation
- Intensifying price competition in the solar cell market
- Risk of raw material price fluctuations
- Cost increases due to strengthened environmental regulations
- Impact from customer demand fluctuations
- Risk of technological innovation from new entrants
- Profit fluctuation risk due to exchange rate changes
- Production impact from disasters or logistics disruptions
- Risk of intellectual property infringement
- Intensifying competition for talent acquisition
Innovations
2023: Development of New Nanotechnology-Applied Film
- Overview
- Established mass production technology for high-functional optical films using nanoparticles.
- Impact
- Contributes to product performance improvement and new market development
2022: Launch of High-Efficiency Thin-Film Solar Cell Modules
- Overview
- Launched high-efficiency thin-film solar cell modules with free design compatibility.
- Impact
- Increased orders in residential and industrial sectors
2021: Development of Environmentally Friendly Biodegradable Film Products
- Overview
- Completed packaging film using biodegradable polymer materials.
- Impact
- Strengthened product line compliant with environmental regulations
2024: Introduction of Automated Equipment for Precision Multi-Layer Lamination Technology
- Overview
- Introduced automated lamination equipment for quality improvement, enhancing yield.
- Impact
- 20% productivity improvement and cost reduction achieved
2023: Development of Transparent Conductive Film for Flexible Touch Panels
- Overview
- Developed high-transparency conductive film compatible with bending.
- Impact
- Succeeded in new customer acquisition and application expansion
2020: Market Launch of Special Functional Anti-Glare Film
- Overview
- Launched anti-glare film that balances reflection reduction and visibility improvement.
- Impact
- Received high evaluation from display manufacturers
2021: Commercialization of Medical Sterilization Packaging Film
- Overview
- Successfully productized high-seal sterilization packaging film.
- Impact
- Increased sales in the medical device market
2022: Establishment of New Thin-Film Adhesive Line
- Overview
- Newly established line for high heat-resistant transparent adhesives for electronic components.
- Impact
- Contributes to expansion of adhesive business
2024: Completion of High Weather-Resistant UV Cut Film Development
- Overview
- Completed UV-blocking film with enhanced outdoor weather resistance.
- Impact
- Anticipates increased demand in construction and automotive sectors
2023: Commercialization of High-Performance Nano Materials for R&D
- Overview
- Launched high-purity nano particle dispersions to the market.
- Impact
- Expanded demand from research institutions
Sustainability
- Development and promotion of biodegradable films
- Promotion of energy saving in manufacturing processes
- Thorough waste recycling
- Introduction of chemical substance low environmental impact technology
- Environmental conservation activities in collaboration with local communities
- Strict compliance with environmental laws and regulations
- Product environmental performance evaluation and improvement activities
- Implementation of environmental education programs for employees
- Strengthening product development reflecting eco-consciousness
- Promotion of renewable energy utilization
- Efforts to reduce plastic usage
- Strengthening environmental management with suppliers