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Industrial Furnace Testing Service

"Can we really mass produce under these conditions?" Get the answer before investing.

With over 150 tests per year and 19+ test furnaces,
covering temperatures from 100℃ to 1,800℃ and processing from tens of grams to several tons,
we support your investment decisions with solid data, from new material development to mass production.

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Test Facility Capabilities
Takasago Test Center by the Numbers

19 + units
Test Furnaces Available
Covering all materials and processes
150 /year
Annual Tests
Optimal conditions from extensive experience
100 - 1800
Temperature Range
Covering all heat treatment needs
10 gram ~ 1 ton
Processing Range
From R&D to mass production verification
24 hours
Fastest Response Time
Rapid initial response to accelerate your project
85 %
Post-Test Adoption Rate
Solid data supports investment decisions

Conditions are set. But not confident.
Do you have these concerns?

Need data for approval documents
Want to verify energy savings numerically
Want to accelerate development speed
Want to test with new materials or special atmospheres
Want to reduce risk before mass production

Please feel free to consult us about any other challenges or concerns.

For Those Unsure Which Test Furnace Is Best

Tell us about your material properties and processing goals,and we'll recommend the optimal test furnace and conditions based on 70 years of experience.

Test Equipment

Test Equipment Lineup

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Continuous Processing Test Furnaces

Tunnel Kiln
Tunnel Kiln
Temperature Range Max 1,800℃
Test Range
Firing Method Continuous transport by firing carts
Heating Method LPG gas combustion
Atmosphere Air
Furnace Structure 3-zone: preheating, firing, cooling
Applications
Various fine ceramics Refractory bricks Tiles Building bricks/roof tiles Pottery Sanitary ware Others
Electric Roller Hearth Kiln
Electric Roller Hearth Kiln
Temperature Range Max 1,350℃
Test Range
Furnace Length 12.6m
Internal Dimensions W350×H150mm
Atmosphere Nitrogen, oxygen, hydrogen, air
Heat Source Resistance heating elements (SiC, metal)
Heating Capacity 220kW
Transport Roller transport (inverter-controlled drive)
Roller Material Stainless steel, ceramic (high alumina), SiC
Internal Width Up to 2.0m maximum
Applications
Secondary battery cathode/anode materials Various ceramic compacts Various powder raw materials Electronic components MLCC (Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors) Others
Electric Rotary Kiln
Electric Rotary Kiln
Temperature Range Max 1,000℃
Test Range
Processing Continuous processing of powder/granular materials by rotating drum
Heating Method Electric heating (metal heating elements)
Atmosphere Atmosphere control with nitrogen, hydrogen, oxygen, super-heated steam, vacuum,etc.
Applications
Functional materials Powder materials Chemical products Catalyst materials Others
Electric Rotary Kiln (φ250)
Electric Rotary Kiln (φ250)
Temperature Range Max 1,050℃
Test Range
Processing Continuous processing of powder materials by rotating drum
Heating Method Compatible with vacuum, nitrogen, and hydrogen
Feature Complete oxidation prevention processing
Applications
Functional materials Advanced materials Metal powders Others
Gas Rotary Kiln (Dry Distillation/Carbonization)
Gas Rotary Kiln (Dry Distillation/Carbonization)
Temperature Range Max 1,000℃
Test Range
Processing Continuous processing of powder/granular materials by rotating drum
Heating Method LPG gas combustion
Atmosphere Air (reducing atmosphere)
Specialization Waste treatment, environmental heat processing
Applications
Waste treatment Environmental purification materials Recycled materials Dry distillation/carbonization Others
Internal Combustion Rotary Kiln
Internal Combustion Rotary Kiln
Temperature Range Max 1,400℃
Test Range
Processing Direct combustion inside drum
Heating Method LPG gas combustion (internal combustion)
Atmosphere Air
Feature High-temperature firing capable
Applications
Ceramic products Refractories Functional materials Dry distillation/carbonization Ceramics Others
Superheated Steam Rotary Kiln
Superheated Steam Rotary Kiln
Temperature Range Max 850℃
Test Range
Processing Continuous processing by rotating drum
Heating Method LPG gas heating
Atmosphere Superheated steam
Feature Oxidation suppression, organic decomposition/carbonization
Applications
Biomass carbonization Waste treatment Environmental purification materials Functional materials Others
Batch-Continuous Vacuum Rotary Kiln
Batch-Continuous Vacuum Rotary Kiln
Temperature Range Max 1,050℃
Test Range
Max Processing 9 liters/batch
Ultimate Vacuum 1.0Pa or below
Atmosphere Vacuum (1Pa or below), reducing (100% hydrogen), argon
Gas Supply Hydrogen, nitrogen, argon: max 100L/min
Power Three-phase AC200V 90A
Weight 3,500kg
Feature Auto charging/discharging, non-disassembly retort wash (water washable), fully automated program controller
Applications
High-temp firing of functional powder materials High-concentration atmosphere firing Advanced materials Li-ion battery cathode/anode materials Others
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Batch Test Furnaces

RHK Cell Simulator
RHK Cell Simulator
Temperature Range Max 1,350℃
Test Range
Furnace Type Batch-type compact firing furnace
Heating Method Electric heating (SiC heater)
Atmosphere Air, nitrogen, oxygen, others
Structure Top/bottom selective injection type
Applications
Ideal as pre-production prototype and multi-purpose test equipment
Shuttle Kiln
Shuttle Kiln
Temperature Range Max 1,800℃
Test Range
Furnace Type Furnace body and firing cart separable batch type
Heating Method LPG gas heating
Atmosphere Air
Structure Cart-accessible product loading/unloading
Applications
Ceramic products Fine ceramics Functional materials Refractories Others
High-Temperature Shuttle Kiln
High-Temperature Shuttle Kiln
Temperature Range Max 1,800℃
Test Range
Furnace Type Furnace body and firing cart separable batch type
Heating Method LPG gas heating
Atmosphere Air
Feature Ultra high-temperature firing capable
Applications
High-temp fired ceramics Special refractories High-temp ceramics Functional materials Others
Elevator Kiln (Atmosphere Elevator Furnace)
Elevator Kiln (Atmosphere Elevator Furnace)
Temperature Range Max 1,350℃
Test Range
Firing Method Cart elevator batch furnace
Heating Method Electric heating (SiC heating elements)
Atmosphere Special atmosphere firing: nitrogen, hydrogen, etc.
Feature Both workability and airtightness
Applications
Functional materials Electronic component ceramics Advanced materials Others
Superheated Steam Elevator Kiln
Superheated Steam Elevator Kiln
Temperature Range 800℃ (Steam) / 1,600℃ (Air)
Test Range
Furnace Type Cart elevator batch furnace
Heating Method Electric (molybdenum disilicide heating elements)
Atmosphere Superheated steam, air
Feature Both superheated steam and air firing capable
Applications
Biomass carbonization Functional materials Environmental purification materials Others
Vacuum Desktop Rotary Kiln
Vacuum Desktop Rotary Kiln
Temperature Range Max 1,000℃
Test Range
Furnace Size Desktop size (compact)
Atmosphere Vacuum, nitrogen, hydrogen, oxygen, argon
Processing Powder material processing by rotating drum
Application R&D, small-lot production, condition testing
Applications
Pharmaceutical R&D Functional materials R&D Powder material testing Others
Batch Rotary Kiln
Batch Rotary Kiln
Temperature Range Max 1,000℃
Test Range
Furnace Type Batch processing type
Heating Method Electric heating (metal heating elements)
Atmosphere Special atmosphere: nitrogen, hydrogen, oxygen, etc.
Processing Uniform heating by rotating drum
Feature High-mix low-volume production capable
Applications
Pharmaceutical R&D Functional materials R&D Powder material testing Others

For Those Unsure Which Test Furnace Is Best

Tell us about your material properties and processing goals,and we'll recommend the optimal test furnace and conditions based on 70 years of experience.

Testing Process Flow
Flow

Testing Process

1

Free Consultation

Feel free to consult with us. We will listen to your challenges and goals, and evaluate testing possibilities.

Consultation Methods
  • Phone: Weekdays 9:00-17:00
  • Email: 24-hour reception
  • Web conference: Set up as needed

* Duration: 30 min - 1 hour

What You Will Learn
  • Testing feasibility
  • Approximate cost estimate
  • Estimated testing timeline
Rest Assured
  • NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) available
  • Consultation only is OK
  • Response within 24 hours
  • Detailed proposals possible with drawings
2

Planning

We propose the optimal test furnace and conditions (approx. 1 week). Based on the consultation, we develop a specific test plan.

What You Will Learn
  • Final confirmation of test content
  • Agreement on cost and schedule
  • Sample shipping method
Rest Assured
  • Free quotation
  • Multiple plan proposals available
  • Budget-flexible adjustments possible
  • Facility tours welcome
3

Testing

Customer attendance welcome (1-4 weeks). We conduct testing according to the plan.

Support During Testing
  • Flexible adjustments based on conditions
  • Immediate notification upon any anomaly
  • Additional test recommendations
Customer Attendance
  • Observe testing in progress
  • Attend operation checks and product retrieval
4

Results Report

Detailed test report + roadmap to mass production. We compile test results into a detailed report and present our findings.

Report Contents
  • Test conditions and result data
  • Microscope photos and hardness distribution charts
Report Methods
  • PDF format report
  • In-person / web conference / phone explanation

For Those Unsure Which Test Furnace Is Best

Tell us about your material properties and processing goals,and we'll recommend the optimal test furnace and conditions based on 70 years of experience.

Contact us

Technical Consultation & Inquiries

We propose optimal solutions for your heat treatment challenges.

Contact by Phone

+81-572-59-8500
Hours 9:00 - 17:00 Weekdays (Japan Time)

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