Nomura Micro Science
Basic Information
- Stock Code
- 6254
- Industry
- Machinery
- Category Detail
- Industrial Equipment & Heavy Electrical Apparatus
- Prefecture
- Kanagawa Prefecture
- Establishment Year
- April 1969
- Listing Year
- October 2007
- Official Website
- https://www.nomura-nms.co.jp/
- TSE Information
- TSE Information
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Overview
Nomura Micro Science is a leading company in the machinery industry founded in 1969, with ultrapure water production equipment as its mainstay product. It provides high-precision ultrapure water manufacturing equipment primarily to the semiconductor industry and is actively expanding overseas.
Current Situation
Nomura Micro Science achieved consolidated sales of approximately ¥49.6 billion and operating profit of approximately ¥6.5 billion in the fiscal year ended March 2023, maintaining high profitability. Its core ultrapure water production equipment holds a high market share in the semiconductor industry, featuring advanced systems that integrate reverse osmosis and ion exchange membrane technologies. In recent years, it has successfully developed chemical-free equipment that requires no reagents and is focusing on the pharmaceutical sector. It differentiates itself from competitors through long-accumulated technological expertise and proprietary membrane technology. The company is also working on sustainable water treatment technologies to reduce environmental impact. Moving forward, further expansion into overseas markets and the launch of new products through advanced technology development will be key to growth. It responds swiftly to changes in the industrial landscape to achieve stable profit growth. While exploring diversification from its specialist focus, it continues to strengthen its core technologies.
Trivia
Interesting Facts
- Founded based on membrane technology accidentally discovered at U.S. GE in the 1960s
- Company emblem features unique design symbolizing micropores and DNA double helix
- Provided one of Japan's earliest ultrapure water equipment to semiconductor sector
- Achieved environmental impact reduction through chemical-free equipment development
- Recognized as one of the 'big three' in pure water for semiconductors
- Capable of mobile deployment via maritime container delivery of pure water equipment
- Delivered world's most advanced pure water facility to NTT Musashino Research Lab
- Long-term close collaboration with Hokko Chemical Industry and Nomura Group
- History of technical tie-up with U.S. Vallecitos Nuclear Center
- Evaluated as pioneer in Japan's semiconductor ultrapure water equipment technology
Hidden Connections
- Developer Machii collaborated with Defense Agency and atomic energy labs to acquire knowledge
- Strong backing from Nomura Securities group ensures management stability
- Successfully tested pure water equipment at NEC Tamagawa Factory
- Japanese company adapted and commercialized U.S. GE-originated technology for local market
- Collaborated with key semiconductor industry consortium members to develop common needs
- Competes with Sankyo Pure Chemicals and Millipore in Japanese market
- Shareholders include Hokko Chemical Industry and trust banks, providing solid financial base
- Deeply rooted in Atsugi City, continuing regional contributions and technology development
Future Outlook
Growth Drivers
- Expansion of ultrapure water demand due to miniaturization and higher functionality in semiconductor industry
- Increased equipment demand from stricter quality regulations in pharmaceuticals
- Customer expansion in overseas markets, especially Asia
- Spread of chemical-free technology in response to strengthened environmental regulations
- Advanced water quality management using IoT and AI technologies
- Accelerated technology investments for energy efficiency improvements
- Enhanced product competitiveness through R&D on new materials and membrane technologies
- Rising social interest in sustainable water resource management
- Supply chain strengthening and digital transformation
- Business base expansion through global partnerships
Strategic Goals
- Increase overseas sales ratio to over 50%
- Expand market share of chemical-free ultrapure water equipment
- Maintain annual R&D investment at over 10% of sales
- Full lineup of energy-saving equipment toward carbon neutrality
- Achieve industry-leading customer satisfaction and reliability
- Reach ¥100 billion in sales through new market entry
- Promote adoption of smart water treatment systems
- Enhance brand value through strengthened community ties
- Lead technology standardization via industry association collaboration
- Product rollout contributing to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Business Segments
Water Treatment Systems for Semiconductor Industry
- Overview
- Provides equipment for stable supply of ultrapure water essential to semiconductor manufacturing processes.
- Competitiveness
- High-precision, long-life membrane technology and customizability
- Customers
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- Semiconductor manufacturers
- Semiconductor equipment manufacturers
- Electronic component manufacturers
- Cleanroom design companies
- Semiconductor research institutions
- Products
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- Ultrapure water production equipment
- Membrane filters
- Ion exchange membrane equipment
- Water quality monitoring systems
- Maintenance services
Pure Water Production Equipment for Pharmaceutical Industry
- Overview
- Provides safe injection water supply equipment without using reagents to support the pharmaceutical sector.
- Competitiveness
- Chemical-free technology and stable high-purity water supply
- Customers
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- Pharmaceutical manufacturers
- Pharmaceutical production plants
- Hospitals and medical research facilities
- Products
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- Injection water production equipment
- Ultrafiltration membrane systems
- Water quality monitoring and analysis equipment
Environmental Water Treatment Equipment
- Overview
- Provides water quality treatment systems that contribute to reducing environmental impact and improving sustainability.
- Competitiveness
- Advanced removal technology and superior environmental adaptability in design
- Customers
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- Industrial wastewater treatment providers
- Nuclear power plants of electric power companies
- Environmental consulting firms
- Products
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- Cladding removal equipment
- Wastewater treatment systems
- Energy-saving water treatment equipment
Water Quality Management Systems for Industrial Facilities
- Overview
- Provides comprehensive systems to support water quality maintenance and management within factories.
- Competitiveness
- High-precision measurement technology and rapid maintenance system
- Customers
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- Chemical plants
- Food processing plants
- Electronic equipment manufacturing plants
- Products
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- Water quality monitoring systems
- Filters and cartridges
- Maintenance support
Overseas Market Development and Related Services
- Overview
- Expanding sales of products and maintenance services to overseas customers to increase market share.
- Competitiveness
- Global responsiveness and advanced technical support system
- Customers
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- Overseas semiconductor manufacturers
- Water treatment-related companies
- Overseas sales agents
- Products
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- Ultrapure water equipment for overseas
- Technical support services
- Maintenance contracts
Competitive Advantage
Strengths
- High-performance and stable ultrapure water production technology
- Proprietary development capabilities in diverse membrane technologies
- High reliability in the semiconductor industry
- Development of chemical-free equipment without reagents
- Comprehensive after-sales service system
- Expanding market share overseas
- Advanced water quality monitoring technology
- Long years of industry experience and track record
- Continuous investment in research and development
- Promotion of eco-friendly technologies
- Active participation in industry associations
Competitive Advantages
- Differentiation from competitors through proprietary ultrafiltration membrane technology
- High technological evaluation in semiconductor ultrapure water field
- Advanced environmental responsiveness with reagent-free equipment
- Strong transactions with major domestic and international semiconductor manufacturers
- Customizable product lineup
- Maintenance system supporting long-term stable operation
- New market development through expansion into pharmaceuticals
- Support system closely tied to R&D base in Atsugi, Kanagawa Prefecture
- Technology advancement through collaboration with major industry players
- Reliability backed by strong financial foundation
Threats
- Intensifying competition domestically and internationally
- Pressure from technological innovation due to emergence of new membrane technologies
- Demand fluctuation risks from semiconductor market business cycles
- Cost increases from rising raw material prices
- Increased compliance costs from stricter environmental regulations
- Political and economic risks in overseas markets
- Potential market share decline from proliferation of alternative technologies
- Competitive pressure from customer procurement diversification
- Challenges in talent acquisition and technology succession
Innovations
2024: Enhanced functionality of chemical-free ultrapure water equipment
- Overview
- Advancing development of equipment capable of water regeneration without any chemical agents, corresponding to diverse applications.
- Impact
- Achieved reduction in environmental impact and manufacturing costs.
2023: Improved ultrafiltration membrane technology for pharmaceutical injection water
- Overview
- Introduced technologies to improve purity of injection water and enhance equipment durability.
- Impact
- Improved trust from pharmaceutical manufacturers and increased sales.
2022: Scalable ultrapure water equipment for overseas markets
- Overview
- Newly developed large-capacity equipment designed for overseas semiconductor factories.
- Impact
- Contributed to increased overseas sales and market expansion.
2021: Integration of AI water quality monitoring system
- Overview
- Developed and installed AI-based real-time water quality monitoring system into equipment.
- Impact
- Improved precision in quality control during manufacturing processes.
2020: Development of energy-saving membrane technology
- Overview
- Developed membrane technology with enhanced energy efficiency to improve equipment operation.
- Impact
- Achieved reduction in operating costs and environmental impact.
Sustainability
- Reduction in environmental impact through deployment of chemical-free systems
- CO2 emission reductions via adoption of high-energy-efficiency membrane technologies
- Waste reduction through product longevity
- Promotion of water resource recycling technologies
- Ongoing regional cleanup and greening activities
- Strengthening R&D with environmental protection as a mission
- Promotion of resource-saving production through energy-saving equipment investments
- Support for establishing environmental standards in collaboration with industry associations
- Enhanced environmental impact management in supply chain
- Promotion of eco-activities by employees