NGK Insulators responds to the world and

the future needs through ceramic technologies.

Using ceramics, we can make a brighter future for energy.

Using ceramics, we can help sustain the environment and human society.

Using ceramics, we can discover new and advanced technologies.

Using the untold power of ceramics,

we can meet the needs of every age and provide the world with new values.

“Look forward and aim high”—here at NGK Insulators,

we continue the quest for creative manufacturing.

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Under a philosophy that NGK products and technologies must create new value and
contribute to the quality of life, NGK Insulators has constantly sought to develop and
supply products that can contribute to a more steadfast social foundation and protect the
natural environment. By fusing key materials such as porous ceramics, functional ceramics
and ceramics for use as structural material together with our unique molding, firing,
processing and evaluation technologies, we strive to create groundbreaking products that
leverage the full potential of ceramics.
Another of the driving forces behind our remarkable success at making high-added-value
products is our human resources. All NGK members work hard to continuously improve
their knowledge, skills and technological prowess, and they go about their work with
passion and pride in the fact that their products and services make a real contribution to
safety and security in the community.
Meanwhile, we at NGK also relish the challenge of tackling the many thorny issues the world
faces in relation to energy and the environment. In addition to our long track record in
sectors such as energy, ecology and electronics, we are eager to use these new ventures to
further expand our operations into new and uncharted fields. Indeed, we remain dedicated to
applying our state-of-the-art technologies quickly and innovatively to meet popular demand
for environmental protection and solid support for people’s livelihoods and industries.

Taro Kato
Pr esi dent

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 1919 NGK Insulators is founded out of a desire to localize
the production of “special high-voltage insulators,”
a key component in the modernization of Japan.

A piece of the insulator that Workers put the finishing The first tunnel kiln to be
sparked the foundation of touches on insulators in the installed at our factory at One of the first “special high-voltage insulators”
NGK Insulators. (1905) early days. company headquarters. (1920s) to be produced in Japan

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The electrification gradually began to gain traction at the end of The History of NGK Insulators’ Manufacturing
the 19th century. At the time, Japan relied on imports for
high-voltage insulators. Japanese high-voltage insulator R&D 19 19
1919 NGK Insulators Ltd. established by spinning of the insulator
division of Nippon Toki (now known as Noritake Co., Limited).Ĕ Ɨĕ Ɨĕ
and production began only with a desire to make a contribution
1923
19 23 Bushing production operations begin.
to the country by producing insulators locally and a piece of an ①
19 29
1929 Testing facilities completed for 1,000kV-
1,000kV class high-voltage insulators.
American insulator to study. Despite such humble beginnings,
19 31
1931 Manufacturing and marketing of sulfuric acid corrosion-resistant apparatuses
NGK Insulators has consistently succeeded in developing for the chemical industry begins.ĔƘĕ
ultra-high-voltage, ultra-high-strength insulators to meet the 1935
19 35 NGK’s first exports: Suspension insulators exported to India.
massive demand for electricity of rapidly evolving lifestyles and 19 58
1958 Manufacturing and marketing of beryllium-copper
berylliu copper products begins.Ĕ ƙ ĕ
developing industries. As a result, we have grown into the 19 63
1963 Construction of High Voltage Laboratory completed.
world’s foremost manufacturer of insulators underpinning 19 65
1965 NGK’s first overseas distribution company:
power supply the world over. NGK INSULATORS OF AMERICA, LTD.
(now known as NGK-LOCKE, INC.) incorporated.
②
1971
19 71 Manufacturing and marketing of translucent alumina ceramics HICERAM begins.
Here at NGK Insulators, our formidable technological
19 73
1973 NGK’s first overseas production base
strengths, honed by long years of experience in the production
LOCKE INSULATORS, INC. (USA) incorporated.
of ceramic insulators, have enabled us to further develop a 19 76
1976 Manufacturing and marketing of ceramic catalyst carrier
range of new technologies which are now contributing to the R ○
HONEYCERAM for vehicle exhaust gas purification commences.Ĕ ƚĕ ƚĕ
development of the energy, ecology and electronics sectors. 1978
19 78 NGK delivers first low-level radioactive waste incineration system.
These include the world’s first large-capacity storage batteries, 19 86
1986 Characters used in Japanese company name changed; ③

which are paving the way for next-generation infrastructures; English name remains the same.
vehicle exhaust cleaning components that provide a major 1989
19 89 Production of diesel particulate filters (DPFs) begins.
leap forward in the fight to overcome environmental issues; 19 95
1995 NGK delivers the world’s largest gas bushing for UHV transmission facility (11.5m).
19 96
1996 Mass production of ceramics for semiconductor production devices begins.
industrial machinery that provide momentum for chemical
Production of vehicle exhaust gas NOx sensors begins.
industries; and the precision machinery that underpins the
19 98
1998 Production of piezoelectric microactuators for inkjet printers begins.
evolution of electronics. NGK Foundation for International Students established.
④
2002
20 02 C1 home-use water purifier
puri ier goes on sale.
All of us at NGK Insulators are committed to leveraging our ○R The first mass-produced
20 03
2003 Mass production of NAS battery system begins. HONEYCERAM unit. This
original ceramic technologies to advance the creation of 20 06
2006 NGK Education Services, Ltd. incorporated to train and develop employees. historic item was listed by the
National Museum of Nature
things that meet the needs of all society and promote the 20 07
2007 NGK develops one of the largest nano-
nan ceramic membranes in the world. and Science as an Essential
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Historical Material for Science
betterment of the whole world. 20 11
2011 R
Total HONEYCERAM production reaches one billion. and Technology in 2009.

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 Energy
Applying unique technologies to create Development and manufacturing
products that help sustain a stable
energy supply.
a variety of up-to-the-moment
solutions to the world’s needs.
Here at NGK Insulators,
Energy
we seek to harness the strengths of our core ceramic technologies
to pursue opportunities in the energy, ecology and electronics sectors.
In addition to our activities relating to power supply, ceramics and electronics,
we also invest considerable effort in research and development
with the aim of discovering new possibilities for ceramics. triple“E”

Ecology Electronics

Ecology Electronics
Development and manufacturing Development and manufacturing
products that contribute to products that provide momentum to
environmental conservation. electronic evolution.

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Power Business
We offer an array of products to ensure a
stable supply of electricity (surely the
bedrock on which our communities and
livelihoods are based) and contribute to
energy conservation and sustainability.
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□ NAS battery systems
 for electric energy storage
□ Insulators and equipment for
 power transmission     Ceramic heaters
□ Insulators and equipment for
 substations
□ Insulators and equipment for
 power distribution
Ceramic Products
Business
We offer a line-up of ceramic products,
led by automotive exhaust gas purifiers,
which serves a broad range of industries
and provides smart solutions for modern
requirements such as environment protection
and energy conservation.
□ Substrates for autmobile catalytic converters
 HONEYCERAM
□ Diesel particulate filters (DPFs)
□ NOx sensors
□ Industrial processing products
 Heating devices, kilns and refractries
 Low-level radioactive waste treatment systems
 Ceramic membranes and separators
 Corrosion-resistant equipment and systems
Electronics Business
We offer the latest in fine ceramic
technologies to help drive the technical
innovation that makes electronics smaller
and lighter yet more advanced.
□ Ceramics for semiconductor
 manufacturing equipment
 Electrostatic chucks
□ Ceramics for electric and
 electronic machinery
 Piezoelectric microactuators for inkjet printers
 Translucent alumina ceramics HICERAM
 Electronic components for communication devices
□ Beryllium copper
Research &
Development
We carry out research and development to
look beyond the horizon of what is currently
considered possible in the “triple E” areas
(ecology, energy and electronics) with the
aim of creating new technologies and
products for a new age.
□ Nano-ceramic membranes
□ Solid
oxide fuel cells (SOFC)
□ Wavelength conversion devices
□ DNA chips for genetic analysis

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 Proven technologies for
a stable power supply, a clean
earth and a bright future.
Electricity is the force that powers our daily lives and
sustains our societies. We at NGK Insulators have striven
throughout our company’s history to protect and uphold
this vital lifeline by constantly seeking to make better
quality insulators so as to provide the whole world with
highly reliable insulators and other items related to energy
supply. Moreover, we strive to have made a big contribution
to the establishment of sustainable energy sources with the
creation of the NAS battery system, a large-capacity
storage system that dispelled the myth that electricity could
not be stored. Far from resting on our laurels, however, we
remain dedicated to creating ever more advanced products
in anticipation of the demands of the coming age.

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NAS battery systems

for electric energy storage
The world’s first large-capacity electric energy storage system
and a major leap forward in the ability
to provide a stable supply of renewable energy.

Using original and highly advanced ceramic technologies, we at NGK were the first
in the world to commercialize a NAS battery system that had the capacity to handle
“megawatts” of electricity.
The NAS battery system boasts an array of superior features, including large
capacity, high energy density and long life. It is capable of maintaining a high output
of electric power for long periods of time despite being only one-third the size of
conventional lead batteries. NAS is the ideal system for reducing peak electricity
use, charging at night when demand is low, and releasing during peak times in the
day. Moreover, the NAS battery system offers added benefits such as emergency
power supply during power outages and momentary drops in voltage. As such, NAS
batteries are attracting interest around the world as the all-important storage
component for the further spread of renewable energy and the establishment of
next-generation “smart-grid” transmission networks.

NAS battery systems have been already installed NAS batteries have sodium (Na) negative electrodes
in more than 170 locations worldwide. and sulfur (S) positive electrodes separated by a
fine ceramic electrolyte.

NAS battery systems used to store power generated A cell battery (left) and a solid ceramic electrolyte.
at a wind farm.

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 Insulators

Uncompromising quality and advanced technology are why our

insulators are chosen to sustain power supply the world over.
Insulators play an important part in maintaining the safety and stability of our energy
lifeline by ensuring that transmission lines and steel towers and equipment are
completely isolated. Given the magnitude of their task— even the slightest defect could
have massive consequences—insulators are required to be impeccably reliable. We at
NGK Insulators are the insulator specialists; since the company’s inception in 1919, we
have consistently developed our own unique technologies and created products with the
durability and quality to perform without fail even in harsh environments that suffer from
earthquakes, typhoons and heavy snowfall. Among the world-beating products we have
developed and made are the world’s strongest insulators for UHV (1 million volts) power
transmission and the bushings using the world’s largest hollow insulators. We also boast
the world’s largest production capacity—which is just as well, because our products are
used in at least 100 countries. Backed by uncompromising quality and advanced
technology, our products continue to make power supply safe and secure.

Insulators for
power transmission
Here at NGK Insulators, we
produce an extensive line-up of
multi-functional insulators that
are resistant to dirt and lightning
damage.
We constantly seek to innovate,
and have succeeded in making
our insulators more compact
without compromising strength
or isolation capacity. Thus, our
suspension insulators for UHV
power transmission are only
40cm in diameter but can
withstand a load of 77 tons.

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Insulators and equipment for substations
NGK hollow insulators, support insulators, bushings,
isolators and other transformer devices are used to isolate
power lines from equipment and the transformer building. In
fact, our technological capabilities enabled us to make UHV
gas bushings some 11.5 meters long—the largest porcelain
products in the world.
Equipment for power transmission
We manufacture devices to prevent power
outages when something happens to
transmission lines. In particular, our line
arresters, which have built-in functional
ceramic (zinc oxide elements), make a huge
contribution to blackout prevention by
selectively discharging the large fluxes in
current caused by lightning strikes.
High Voltage Laboratory
Equipped with the world’s largest insulator testing
facility, the High Voltage Laboratory is an internation-
ally accredited testing laboratory— the first high-voltage
testing facility to be accredited in Japan. The institute
evaluates and tests insulator devices at actual scale; it is
responsible for innumerable achievements in the
research and development of insulators for substation,
power transmission and other power supply devices, and
its contribution to the energy industry is invaluable.

Long rod insulators and line arresters for

transmission facilities (top).

Equipment for power distribution

Switches, cut-outs, lightning resistant
equipment and voltage regulators are just
some of the reliable distribution devices we
supply, and make a genuine contribution to
the maintenance and efficiency of power
supply equipment.

UHV gas bushings made by NGK Insulators. NGK Insulators produces a range of switches. Contamination test of a UHV bushing shell.

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 Supplying the world with
people-friendly,
environment-friendly,
advanced technologies.
As more and more priority is placed on ensuring sustainable
use of resources, manufacturing industries will face ever
greater demand for technologies. At NGK Insulators, we
continue to develop technologies aimed not just at enabling
people to live in comfort, but also at taking care of our
planet to create societies where natural resources are used
sustainably. For example, by making products that help
automobiles and industries become more eco-friendly,
our company contributes to the comfortable and abundant
lives we enjoy. We always endeavor to use our unique
fine ceramic technologies to help overcome challenges to
the earth’s environment. We are proud that our pioneering
work and reliability is now recognized the world over.

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Substrates for automobile catalytic converters
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HONEYCERAM

NGK Insulators’ fine ceramic technology

Appreciated by worldwide automobile manufacturers
HONEYCERAM is a ceramic catalyst carrier, which neutralizes the harmful substances
in automobile exhaust. HONEYCERAM’s honeycomb design results in a large surface
area — the area that comes into contact with exhaust — with a very compact installation.
In fact, the coating of gas-purifying catalyst total surface on a palm-size HONEYCERAM
would cover an area equivalent to two soccer grounds.
For maximum exhaust gas cleaning efficiency, HONEYCERAM was designed with
minimum weight and wall thickness: the 0.05 mm walls minimize loss of engine power.
The remarkable properties of cordierite ceramics — of which HONEYCERAM is —
enable it to withstand the high temperatures as well as sudden and sharp temperature
changes of exhaust gas with ease.

HONEYCERAM Large-size HONEYCERAM (LSH)

With a choice of square or hexagonal cell Designed for large diesel vehicles, this model
configurations (the latter being highly of HONEYCERAM carries catalyst that
effective in conserving the volume of catalyst removes the nitrogen oxide (NOx) contained
used), HONEYCERAM is used by auto in diesel exhaust gas.
manufacturers worldwide. Total production
of HONEYCERAM recently exceeded one
billion units.

Square-cell HONEYCERAM (left) and hexagonal. HONEYCERAM for gasoline-powered vehicles

(left) and LSH.

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Industrial processing products
Groundbreaking ceramic technologies
for industries hungry for innovation.
Heating devices, kilns and refractries
Our high-precision, energy-efficient heating
technologies, which were honed over long
years of experience in producing ceramics,
have enabled us to develop a tremendous
line-up heating devices and refractries. These
are widely used in all sorts of industries,
from the cutting edge (solar cells and lithium
ion batteries) to the traditional (pottery).
Atmosphere-controlled roller hearth kiln for firing
powdered materials.
Ceramic membranes & separators
At NGK Insulators, we are skilled in advanced
membrane engineering using all kinds of
separation membranes. Our highly efficient
separating systems are prized for use in a range
of applications, including the purification of
water for use in pharmaceutical production,
food and beverage filtration and the treatment
of wastewater and gas in chemical and
electronics plants.
Filters for valuable materials A large ceramic membrane
recovering devices. for water purification.
Low-level radioactive waste treatment
systems
At NGK Insulators, we design, build and
assess low-level radioactive waste treatment
plants. Our treatment equipment is used at
nuclear facilities throughout Japan, and is
rated highly for their outstanding dust
removal performance and steadfast safety.
What is more, they make a real contribution
to waste reduction.
A burnable solid waste incinerator.
Corrosion-resistant equipment and
systems
We produce a large range of corrosion-resistant
items, including pumps and valves that work
in hot acid and organic solvents, as well as
glass linings that prevent electrostatic
charges and ensure safety. These are used in
the chemical, pharmaceutical and metal
industries, as well as many others besides.
Glass-lined desorption blades.
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 Diesel particulate filters (DPFs)
NOx sensors

Makes easy-on-the-environment diesel vehicles even cleaner,

and helps with exhaust gas regulation requirements.
Diesel vehicles are very popular, especially in Europe, because they are fuel efficient
and have low carbon dioxide emissions. As the world hurries to regulate diesel
exhaust gas, we at NGK Insulators have been busy developing a range of
state-of-the-art products designed to satisfy those new standards. Our diesel
particulate filters (DPFs) make effective use of porous ceramic filter technology to
catch particulate matter in their tiny holes. As the only manufacturer to
mass-produce two kinds of DPFs, cordierite and silicon carbide, we use our ceramic
technologies to support the further evolution of diesel vehicles.
Our NOx sensors can detect nitrogen oxides (NOx) in exhaust gas in ppm (parts per
million) order, ensuring high accuracy measurement.

Diesel particulate filters (DPFs) NOx sensors

Lightweight cordierite DPFs (left) are used
mainly in trucks, buses, construction
machinery and other large vehicles, while the
more heat-resistant silicon carbide DPFs
(right) are used in passenger cars.
The first sensors in the world to detect the
concentration of NOx in a vehicle in real time.
Our NOx sensors are consist of ZrO2 elements
and use the oxygen pumping technology.

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 Faster, smaller and more stylish:
Expanding the horizons of
electronic possibilities.
From computers and mobile phones to household
appliances and cars, electronics are an ever bigger part
of our daily lives. We at NGK Insulators strive to apply
our advanced ceramic technologies to continually
increase the possibilities of other, rapidly evolving
technologies in the pursuit of ever greater convenience
and performance. Our mission is to expand the horizon of
what is possible in the world of electronics by developing
new and ground-breaking technologies such as components
that revolutionize the semiconductor manufacturing
process and other products to further propel electric
and electronic devices into the future.

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Ceramics for semiconductor
manufacturing equipment

High-performance fine ceramics are revolutionizing

semiconductor production.
Fine ceramics boast outstanding heat resistance, corrosion resistance and durability.
We at NGK Insulators leverage these qualities to make a range of ceramic products
for use on the semiconductor line, where their stability of performance is ideal for an
environment where they are exposed to hit corrosive gases and plasma. Molded and
fired using our original hot pressing method, our fine ceramics contain virtually no
impurities which may adversely affect the semiconductors. The high-purity,
ultra-fine crystals have outstanding insulated resistance properties, and serve to
improve semiconductor productivity. In addition to electrostatic chucks and ceramic
heaters, we also make aluminum nitride, aluminum oxide, silicon carbide and silicon
nitride chamber components for a range of applications.

Electrostatic chucks Ceramic heaters

These are used in etching and other processes
for the adsorptive immobilization of silicon
wafers. At NGK Insulators, we are able to
adapt electrostatic chucks to suit their intended
use to exponentially improve the semiconductor
production process. For instance, we can
integrate them with high-precision heaters
and attach cooling plates.
These are used to keep the temperature of
silicon wafers constant during the
membrane formation process. Our unique
heater structure sees a shaft attached to the
underside of the heated stage on which
wafers are placed. This way, we can
protect terminals and conducting wires
from halogen gas.

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 Ceramics for electric and
electronic machinery
Our unique, high-precision ceramic technologies
push electronics further into the future.
The wealth of ceramic technologies we have built up through long years of experience
are a proven strength when it comes to electronics, which must meet stringent
demands for precision. One example of this can be seen in the piezoelectric microactuators
used in the core of inkjet printer heads. These are actually ceramics, a collection of
tiny micropumps that release ink. When electricity is applied, piezoelectric elements
vibrate and release ink. Such is their precision, they can release ink in amounts as
small as a picoliter (a trillionth of a liter), and can do so tens of thousands of times each
second. Elsewhere, we have developed a broad variety of other products which also
contribute to the furtherance of electronics, including HICERAM arc tubes with
superior translucence and components for electronic communication devices that
utilize the best ceramic and manufacturing technologies.

Piezoelectric microactuators Translucent alumina ceramics Electronic components for

for inkjet printers HICERAM
A 6mm x 29mm chip
contains 256 tiny ceramic
micropumps with openings
so small that are the size of
two hairs. These allow for
faster, finer printing and will
surely spark further evolution
in inkjet printer technology.
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communication devices
HICERAM’s characteristic
translucence is achieved by
sintering high-purity alumina
ceramics to high density.
HICERAM arc tubes are used
as high-intensity discharge
lamps in large spaces such as
outdoor facilities, commercial
complexes and factories.
We at NGK Insulators produce
multilayered dielectric filters,
which help make next-generation
communication handsets
smaller and more complex
with more functions. Many of
these items are manufactured
and sold through Soshin
Electric, an NGK affiliate.

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Beryllium copper

Superior strength, fatigue resistance and spring performance

help make electronic devices smaller, lighter and more reliable.
By adding a small percentage of beryllium to copper, the resulting alloy adds
the strength and durability of special steel to copper’s characteristic heat and electrical
conductivity. Strip and fine wires made from beryllium copper alloy are resistant
to fatigue and have a long service life, making this the ideal material for reliable
conductive springs and contact points in a broad range of applications, including
mobile phones, household appliances, cars and industrial machinery. Here, the alloy
makes a big contribution to improving reliability while reducing product size and
weight. Here at NGK Insulators, we have beryllium copper alloy production,
processing and sales bases in the USA, Europe and Asia, where advanced production
technologies and uncompromising quality control create products that have become
sought after by the world’s industries.

Strip & Fine wire Rod, Tube & Plate

From 0.045mm sheets and coils to bars and
wire of a mere 0.05mm in diameter, we can
provide the right alloy mix to suit your needs.
Beryllium copper alloys boast outstanding
strength, conductivity, fatigue resistance and
high temperature characteristics, workability
and resistance to corrosion.
In addition to rods and plates, we are able to
process beryllium copper alloys to any
required form. Our alloy products leverage the
benefits of beryllium copper for use in a range
variety of applications requiring impeccable
reliability. These include repeaters used to
connect undersea communication cables,
aircraft and oil drilling machinery.

A variety of products to suit all kinds of needs. An undersea communication cable repeater.

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 We create new global
standards for a better world
and a better future.
At NGK Insulators, we conduct research and development
in the fields of energy, ecology and electronics as part of
our mission to address the challenges facing our societies,
meet new global needs and discover new possibilities for
ceramics. Through our broad-ranging research into
ceramic material and our unrivalled analytical, evaluation
and production technology, we strive to create the kind of
products that will set new global standards and spark
further innovation.

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Research & development
Nano-ceramic membranes
Ceramic filters have proven their
usefulness and reliability in cutting-edge
fields such as the pharmaceutical and
chemical sectors. Here at NGK Insulators,
we are working to develop a range of
nano-ceramic membranes, an even more
advanced version of ceramic filters,
which are able to separate specific
liquids from mixed liquids and specific
gases from gas mixtures. These
next-generation films, in which
membranes with holes no more than a
nanometer (a billionth of a meter) in
diameter are created on ceramic base
material a meter long and 18cm in diameter,
constitute an innovative separation
process that has the potential achieve
great savings in terms of energy and cost.
Solid oxide fuel cells
Fuel cells, which generate electricity
using hydrogen and oxygen, have
garnered a great amount of attention as a
source of clean energy. Here at NGK
Insulators, we are actively involved in
the development of solid oxide fuel cells
(SOFC). These are the fuel cells that
have the greatest potential to become the
most efficient next-generation power
generation system. Using ceramic
material technology, we have succeeded
in virtually eliminating the electrical
resistance of the electrolytes to achieve a
world-best 63% generation efficiency
level and 90% fuel utilization.
＊Figures current as of June 2009. Fuel utilization refers
to the percentage of fuel supplied to the SOFC stack that
was actually used for the energy-generating reaction.
Wafer Products for Electronic
Devices
NGK has created high-performance wafer
products by combining unique
technologies for bonding different
materials without a void, crystal layer
formation, and the processing of thin,
single-crystal substrates. These wafers will
further revolutionize electronic devices,
including light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
lighting and wireless communication
network. Based on these products, NGK
has already successfully developed
gallium nitride (GaN) wafers, which offer
dramatically improved luminous
efficiency for LED light sources, and
bonded wafers for surface acoustic wave
(SAW) filters.
DNA chips for genetic analysis
Used in the detection of specific genes,
DNA chips make use of GENESHOT
spotting technology created as a
piezoelectric microactuator application
that can spot thousands of different
DNA solutions on glass substrate in
amounts accurate to the last picoliter (a
trillionth of a liter). With a high degree
of consistency and no contamination by
impurities, it is possible to produce
high-quality DNA chips with a high level
of reproducibility. Not surprisingly, this
technology is being eyed as a diagnostic
tool for the future of tailor-made medical
care.
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 China

Taking our unrivalled technology NGK CERAMICS SUZHOU NGK TECHNOCERA SUZHOU NGK INSULATORS SUZHOU NGK INSULATORS TANGSHAN

and quality to the world.

NGK’s reliable UK Poland
Germany
Belgium
global network of partners. France

South Korea
Japan
China

NGK production and sales bases in 15 countries worldwide,

Thailand
including the USA, Europe and Asia.
Our global presence enables us to offer state-of-the-art technologies Europe
and top-quality products all around the world.
As a truly global company, we are committed to leveraging
Indonesia
our network to contribute to the betterment of the whole world.

NGK BERYLCO FRANCE Asia

South Africa

NGK CERAMICS EUROPE Africa NGK CERAMICS INDONESIA

NGK CERAMICS POLSKA NGK CERAMICS SOUTH AFRICA SIAM NGK TECHNOCERA

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 http://www.ngk.co.jp/english/
2-56 Suda-cho, Mizuho, Nagoya 467-8530, Japan

NGK Insulators sites, main office, branch & sales offices

Nagoya Site, Tokyo Main Office, Osaka Branch,
Chita Site, Komaki Site, Ishikawa Plant,
Sapporo Sales Office, Sendai Sales Office,
Hokuriku Sales Office Hiroshima Sales Office,
Takamatsu Sales Office, Fukuoka Sales Office

Japan
ENERGY SUPPORT CORPORATION / AKECHI INSULATORS, LTD.
America IKEBUKURO HORO KOGYO CO., LTD. / NGK CHEM-TECH, LTD.
NGK FILTECH, LTD. / NGK ADREC CO., LTD.
Canada NGK KILNTECH CORPORATION / HEISEI CERAMICS CO., LTD.
SOSHIN ELECTRIC CO., LTD. / NGK CERAMIC DEVICE CO., LTD.
NGK OKHOTSK, LTD. / NGK METEX CORPORATION
NGK FINE MOLDS, LTD. / TAJIMI COUNTRY CLUB CO., LTD.
USA
NGK SPORTS PLANNING CO., LTD.NjNGK LIFE CO., LTD.
NGK YU-SERVICE CO., LTD. / NGK BUILDING SERVICE, LTD.
NGK LOGISTICS, LTD. / NGK EDUCATION SERVICES, LTD.
Mexico
LOCKE INSULATORS Overseas
America
LOCKE INSULATORS, INC.
NGK-LOCKE, INC.
NGK-LOCKE POLYMER INSULATORS, INC.
NGK INSULATORS, LTD. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC.
NGK AUTOMOTIVE CERAMICS USA, INC.
FM INDUSTRIES, INC.
NGK ELECTRONICS USA, INC.
NGK METALS CORPORATION
NGK-LOCKE POLYMER INSULATORS NGK INSULATORS OF CANADA, LTD.
NGK CERAMICS MEXICO, S. DE R.L. DE C.V.

Europe, Africa
NGK INSULATORS UK LTD.
Australia NGK BERYLCO U.K. LTD.
NGK CERAMICS EUROPE S.A.
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