https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/ ja https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001997/ Mitaka Group Holdings Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “Mitaka Group”) operates a waste management business in Konan City, Shiga Prefecture. Until recently, Mitaka Group washed packer trucks and other commercial vehicles manually. By introducing Daifuku’s washing systems, the company eased employee workload and reduced washing time. Amid a growing labor shortage in Japan, Mitaka Group is focusing on creating the best possible work environment for its employees. We spoke with Yukiyo Mitaka, President of Mitaka Group (right), about industry trends and the company’s approach . Victor Setsuo of Daifuku Plusmore’s Frontier Business Sales Department (left), who helped lead the project, also explains the significance of automating washing operations. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0900 https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001997/ https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001965/ Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0900 https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001965/ https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001944/ In October 2025, Daifuku held the opening ceremony for the new expansion of its Hobart Plant in Indiana. Operated by Daifuku Group company Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation, the plant manufactures systems for the general manufacturing and distribution industries. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0900 https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001944/ https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001910/ For the Daifuku Group, people are the driving force behind value creation. As the company continues to support logistics and manufacturing infrastructure through its material handling technologies, how is Daifuku creating an environment where every employee can thrive? We spoke with Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) Hideaki Takubo about Daifuku’s approach to talent management. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0900 https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001910/ https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001883/ Contec Co., Ltd., a member of the Daifuku Group, has developed an AI-based handwashing assessment system, designed for use in food production facilities and restaurants. The system guides users through proper handwashing procedures and records compliance. We spoke with Ryota Inoue and Takamichi Yuasa from Contec’s Technology Division about the development of this innovative solution. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0900 https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001883/ https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001850/ Daifuku is accelerating manufacturing reform through digital technologies while also implementing renovation at its Shiga Works to expand production capacity and optimize logistics. We spoke with Yasuhisa Mishina, Senior Managing Officer, Chief Production Officer (CPO), and General Manager of Shiga Works, to learn more about the initiatives driving the company toward its 2030 vision of 1 trillion yen in consolidated net sales. Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0900 https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001850/ https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001822/ When it comes to self-service car wash machines, narrow entrances that make entry difficult and loud brushing noises are common customer concerns. To address these issues, Daifuku has developed a new drive-through model: the Treus Wide. We spoke with the lead developer about this next-generation system. Mon, 18 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0900 https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001822/ https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001793/ The TRVS AGV for vehicle production lines features omnidirectional movement and a maximum load capacity of 6.5 tons. We spoke with Nobuhiro Hayashi, head of the Automotive Division’s Technology Department, about the design and development goals of the TRVS. Mon, 16 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0900 https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001793/ https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001777/ Nojima Corporation, a leading digital electronics retailer, introduced Daifuku’s Sorting Transfer Robot S (SOTR S) sortation system at its Misato Distribution Center in Saitama Prefecture in October 2024. The new piece sortation system has helped streamline operations and cut down processing time. We spoke with Yutaro Maruyama, Group Manager of the Misato Logistics Solutions Group, about the goals behind the implementation and its results. Thu, 15 May 2025 10:00:00 +0900 https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001777/ https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001747/ Artificial intelligence and other advancements are expanding the potential of material handling systems to solve challenges in logistics and manufacturing. We spoke with Daifuku’s Chief Technology Officer about the company’s efforts to create new value by developing and implementing cutting-edge technologies. Mon, 17 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0900 https://www.daifuku.com/daifuku-square/article/001747/