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IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO

Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
Understanding importance of standardization
The increasing globalization of the world economy and the development of frontier technologies are adding further weight to international standardization.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
Raising Asian involvement
Asia has been lagging behind Europe and the U.S. in the standardization of electrical technology, and the trend has been that Western countries have set the standards and Asian ones have followed.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
Government supporting global standardization efforts
The government considers the standardization of technology a very important contribution that Japanese companies can make to the world because of their high technologies in many areas, including environmental technology, an industry ministry official said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
Overview of the Tokyo General Meeting
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) is holding its 78th General Meeting from Nov. 4 to 15 at the Tokyo International Forum. This is the first General Meeting to be held in Japan in 15 years. As it is being held the same year Junji Nomura was named IEC president, expectations are mounting for Japan's contribution and enhanced presence with regard to the IEC's international standardization movement.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
Helping SMEs to standardization
Economic globalization is not just a matter of concern for large companies, but also for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which account for more than 99 percent of companies in Japan, thus forming the basis of the nation's economy.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
Supporting IEC for overseas transportation business growth
Established in 1921, Mitsubishi Electric Corp. is a Japanese multinational electronics and electrical equipment manufacturing company headquaretered in Tokyo.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
Smart grid systems key area of focus
Among the broad spectrum of electric and electronic businesses that Mitsubishi Electric Corp. is engaged in, the Energy & Industrial Systems Group is positioned as one of the more competitive departments, generating "nearly 10 percent of the company's total sales of ¥4 trillion," said Executive Officer Yasuyuki Ito, who serves as president of the group.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
Seamless factory automation
Having its strengths in motor design and production as well as machine control, the products of the Mitsubishi Electric Corp., Factory Automation Systems Group, are not only used at production sites, but also in intelligent buildings, as well as a myriad of other areas.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
IEC evolves in line with technological advancement
The International Eletctrotechnical Commission has a long history going back more than a century. The IEC was officially founded in June 1906, in London, where its central office was set up. Since then, the IEC has continuously evolved, with its role changing as technology advanced.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
Toshiba at the forefront of international standardization
As one of the leading electronics makers in Japan, Toshiba Corp. has a history of more than 107 years promoting the international standardization of the electro-technology. Ichisuke Fujioka, co-founder of Toshiba, served as a member of the preparatory meeting, and attended the official inauguration of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) in London, in 1906. Japan was the only Asian country present at the inauguration meeting and Fujioka made progressive comments there.
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
Capturing overseas sales
Fuji Electric Co. is an electrical manufacturer specializing in five technology fields: power generation/social infrastructure, industrial infrastructure, power electronics, electronic devices and food and beverage distribution. Fuji Electric Co., Ltd aims for compatibility between high-tech innovation and global standardization.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
TÜV Rheinland: Long history ensuring safety, quality for consumers
The history of TÜV Rheinland began in Germany 150 years ago when steam boilers first used to generate electricity exploded, causing many lost lives and enormous property damage. As the onset of industrialization introduced technologies that posed new potential dangers, the company's original mission was to eliminate or minimize risks arising from the use of new technical equipment. We still fulfill this mission, especially when new technologies are used to which, frequently, no standards or technical rules yet apply.
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
UL working to realize smart grid built on clean energy
The smart grid is one of the key drivers of the future development of a smarter world. As it continues to grow, many complex new products will enter the marketplace and demands for ensuring their safety and reliability will increase. As a premier global independent safety science company, UL has been offering testing and certification services of smart grid products, including electric vehicle equipment, photovoltaic power systems, wind turbines, batteries and LEDs for more than 10 years. Being the world's number one IECEE certificate issuer in 2013, UL provides comprehensive support from beginning to end with the issuance of IECEE certificates through our global network of NCBs and CBTLs.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
Panasonic focuses on greener, safer, better living for people in smart towns
Since the founding of the company in 1918, Panasonic has been following its basic management philosophy of contributing to the progress of society and the well-being of people throughout its worldwide business operations. With its corporate activities always centered on people, the company will continue to provide better living for its customers.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
Yaskawa Electric: Leader in factory equipment protocol
Yaskawa Electric Corp. is the developer of Mechatrolink, a communication platform used in industrial automation that was certified by the International Electrotechnical Commission, or IEC, this summer.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
Nihon Dempa Kogyo working to standardize crystal device business
Nihon Dempa Kogyo Co., the world's largest maker of quartz crystal devices, has long experience with the global standardization of the International Electrotechnical Commission, or IEC.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
Tours, events show city, culture
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is welcoming all guests to the IEC, and is happily offering a variety of complimentary programs to let registered guests from overseas enjoy Japan and Tokyo to the maximum.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / IEC GENERAL MEETING IN TOKYO
Nov 4, 2014
IC cards aid in accessibility
In line with the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) meeting, the industry organization Japan Business Machine and Information System Industries Association (JBMIA) will hold a special event, "Card with the Support Request," which makes equipment easier to use, at the Tokyo International Forum from Nov. 4 to 14.
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