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14 December 2018

Kyocera Receives Japan’s Environment Minister’s Award for Record 9th Consecutive Year

• Corporate

Award cites energy conservation efforts at Nagano Okaya manufacturing plant and community-based environmental awareness activities

Award ceremony on Dec. 3rd, 2018 (left) and forest restoration activities in Okaya City, Nagano Prefecture (right) The Environment Minister’s Award, established in 1998 by Japan’s Ministry of the Environment, is presented every December in observa...

13 December 2018

Kyocera to Participate in Self-Driving Bus Test Project on JR East BR Lines

• Corporate

Seven companies to test autonomous bus technologies for public transit

Experimental self-driving bus* A driver will be present on the self-driving bus in case of emergency during self-driving testing. Project tests, which will occur between December 2018 and March 2019, are designated to evaluate self-driving techn...

22 November 2018

Innovative, durable, and beautiful: Kyocera presents high-quality kitchen tools demonstrating the advantages of its ceramic technology at the BBC Good Food Show in Birmingham from November 29 – December 2, 2018.

• Kitchen Products

The key to the success of Kyocera’s ceramic kitchen tools, which include knives, peelers and slicers, are blades made of Zirconia ceramic, which are extremely hard, sharp, and corrosion-free. The exceptionally sharp blades enable an ultra-precise and...

20 November 2018

Inamori Foundation Awards the 34th Kyoto Prize to Scientists and Artist in the Fields of "Advanced Technology", "Basic Science", and "Arts and Philosophy"

• Corporate

On 10th November 2018, neuroscientist Dr. Karl Deisseroth, mathematician Dr. Masaki Kashiwara, and artist Joan Jonas received the Kyoto Prize in the ancient Japanese imperial capital. In addition to the Nobel Prize, this prize is considered one of the most important awards for the lifetime achievements of dignitaries in science and culture across the world.

Kyoto Prize 2018 Kyoto Prize: An Award with Tradition The Kyoto Prize was established in 1984 by Kazuo Inamori, founder of the Kyoto-based technology group Kyocera. In the past 33 years, laureates included important dignitaries such as choreographer...

15 November 2018

KYOCERA reflects on integral philosophy of Founder Dr. Kazuo Inamori to respect the divine and love people

• Corporate

For KYOCERA Document Solutions Europe, the philosophy has always played a fundamental role in the organisation and management of the business. The belief is that all decisions should be made by considering the fundamental question of “What is the r...

14 November 2018

Kyocera wins CEATEC Award for “Amcenna” IoT Antenna

• Corporate

Innovative technology yields compact antenna that solves performance challenges when mounted on metals or near water

Kyocera’s Amcenna (left) and a sensor module using Amcenna (right) Kyocera’s Amcenna Technology Innovations To create Amcenna, Kyocera miniaturized an Artificial Magnetic Conductor (AMC) and integrated an antenna function into the AMC itself. The r...

05 November 2018

Kyocera wins Supplier Award

• Fine Ceramic Components

Donation to "Aktion Luftballon" at Lukaskrankenhaus (from left: Thomas Böhm, Daniela Faust-Rogausch, Rafael Schröer, Prof. Guido Engelmann, Dr. Adarsh Sagar and Hiroki Maekawa) The event was held at their headquarters in Veldhoven, The Netherla...

30 October 2018

Kyocera presents a firework display of innovations at the electronica 2018

• Automotive Components
• Electronic Components & Devices
• Fine Ceramic Components
• LCDs and Touch Solutions
• Semiconductor Components

Once again Kyocera presents its diverse product range - from displays to semiconductor components - at the electronica in Munich. The manufacturer is located at stand 536 in Hall B6 from the 13th to 16th of November.

0.5 mm-pitch FPC/FFC connectors 6892 series Industry 4.0: Clear perspective and tangible feedbackThe Kyocera display division shows innovative micro-LEDs for the first time. Differently to LCDs, micro-LED pixels are self-illuminating and consis...

26 October 2018

KYOCERA introduces reliable, Waterproof Branch Connector for harsh conditions of automotive electronics

• Electronic Components & Devices

Sheltap® clamshell-style connector is designed to withstand water-pressure and extreme temperature; helps streamline auto assembly workflow

9715 Series Waterproof Electronic Branch Product name Sheltap 9715 Series Waterproof Electronic Branch Connector Application Branching Electronic Wiring for Automotive Equipment Sample Shipment Date October 3, 2018 Key Benefits Waterproof, a...

16 October 2018

KYOCERA to Build New Manufacturing Plant in Kanagawa, Japan for Conductive and Insulation Pastes

• Corporate

New facility will provide 50 % increase in production capacity for pastes used in semiconductors and electronics

Architect’s rendering of Kawasaki Plant’s New Primary Facility The new facility will increase the plant’s total production capacity for various pastes including silver (Ag) paste, as demand is expected to grow in the automotive market. Kyocera beg...

04 October 2018

KYOCERA Group to Exhibit Innovative Technologies and Products at CEATEC JAPAN 2018 Tradeshow Oct. 16-19

• Automotive Components
• Electronic Components & Devices
• Fine Ceramic Components
• LCDs and Touch Solutions
• Semiconductor Components

From automotive technologies to energy management solutions, a wide range of Kyocera’s technologies for connected society will be on display

Mobility A safe and comfortable mobility society will be realized through advanced driver assistance systems and connected-car solutions. The latest systems utilizing Kyocera’s advanced devices infused with Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmente...

19 September 2018

KYOCERA introduces a new 12.1” WXGA LCD Module for Off Highway Applications

• LCDs and Touch Solutions

Features Advanced Wide Viewing Technology and 1000 cd/m² for best optical performance

Kyocera TCG121WXLPAPNN-AN*65 High Brightness The new Kyocera 12.1” TFT-LCD (part number: TCG121WXLPAPNN-AN*65) has a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels, with outline dimensions of 277.7 mm x 182.5 mm x 9.8 mm, and an active display area of 261.1 mm...

10 September 2018

KYOCERA at AMB 2018: a world premiere and a number of new products

• Industrial Tools

The AMB innovations from KYOCERA: the world premiere of a new milling cutter for aluminium machining, a new series of tool holders with a coolant supply, new chip breakers for the manufacture of small processed parts, plus new polygonal tool holders and new tools for steel machining

New aluminium milling cutter series MEAS AMB – the international exhibition for metal working – has become the industry’s leading trade fair and is one of the five most significant trade fairs in the world with this specialisation. The fair is ta...

16 August 2018

KYOCERA Develops World’s First Full-Spectrum LED Aquarium Lighting

• Corporate

Innovative technology mimics sunlight at specific underwater depths; designed to optimize growth of corals and marine plants.

Kyocera’s LED Aquarium Lighting Kyocera’s aquarium LED lighting will be available to the Japanese market in the middle of August in four types: Marine Blue reproducing spectrum of sunlight at 2.5m below sea level Aqua Blue reproducing spectrum ...

13 August 2018

KYOCERA designs and manufactures new ultra-small robust ceramic UHF RFID Tags for tool tracking in Aerospace industry

• Semiconductor Components

KYOCERA’s new ultra-high frequency RFID transponder is appliable to metal and – due to its robust ceramic package – suitable for reliable tool tracking within the aerospace industry.

UHF RFID tag In order to avoid FOD, Kyocera’s robust ceramic UHF RFID tags are especially suited to identification and tracking of metal tools in the aerospace industry. RFID tags will be attached to workshop tools of MRO service providers in or...

06 August 2018

KYOCERA Launches 0.5 mm-Pitch FPC/FFC Connectors with automated and visual checks to prevent misalignment

• Electronic Components & Devices

New 6892 Series offers resistance to high temperatures and high-speed transmission capability to enhance performance of automotive electronics

0.5 mm-pitch FPC/FFC connectors 6892 Series Product name 6892 Series FPC/FFC connector Applications Automotive electronics, OA equipment, industrial and consumer electronics, etc. Availability August 2018 With the increasing use of electr...

05 July 2018

Sharp, sharper, Shin White

• Kitchen Products

The ceramic knives in the new Shin White range by KYOCERA are polished by hand following age-old traditions

High tech materials and premium design Kyocera’s ceramic blades are made from outstandingly high-quality Zirconia ceramic, an incredibly lightweight and high tech material that is extremely hard and resistant to corrosion, and is also used in th...

21 June 2018

High tech meets the perfect steak: KYOCERA presents steak knives with sharp and long-lasting ceramic blades

• Kitchen Products

Incomparably sharp, uniquely light, rust-proof and easy to clean: the new KYOCERA steak knives with blades made from Zirconia ceramic are an outstanding alternative for all steak-lovers compared to conventional knives with metal blades.

That’s why Kyocera is now making its high-level of expertise in fine ceramic tools available to steak-lovers, too: the new steak knives from the Japanese technology group meet the highest standards and provide major advantages at the table. When...

19 June 2018

KYOCERA designs and manufactures new ultra-small robust ceramic UHF RFID Tag to trace surgical instruments for the Medical Market

• Semiconductor Components

Kyocera’s ultra-high frequency (UHF) RFID transponders are applicable on metal and - due to their ceramic packages - suitable for sterilization processes of surgical instruments in hospitals involving high temperatures, humidity and chemical exposure.

About Kyocera’s robust ceramic UHF RFID Tag The new product offers a robust package made of Low Temperature Co-fired Ceramic (LTCC) with embedded antenna that withstands high temperatures up to 300°C (depending on RFID tag structure) and hum...

19 June 2018

KYOCERA to Participate in Japan’s Virtual Power Plant Project to Improve Energy Management

• Corporate

New program tests remote management of changing consumer energy demands, aims to find best use of surplus electricity before end of Feed-In-Tariff in 2019

Background and Purpose Since the Great East Japan Earthquake of March 2011, the country has been dedicated to developing a stable supply of renewable energy and promoting energy efficiency. Consequently, a VPP capable of remotely controlling and inte...

18 June 2018

Announcement of the 2018 Kyoto Prize Laureates

• Corporate

Neuroscientist, Mathematician, Artist

Each laureate will receive a diploma, the Kyoto Prize medal (20K gold), and prize money of 100 million yen (approx. 770.000 €). This year’s Prize goes to the following three individuals: Dr. Karl Deisseroth, a US neuroscientist and Professor and Howa...

22 May 2018

New KYOCERA Electronic Connectors Offer World’s Highest Mating Tolerance, Withstand up to +125°C

• Electronic Components & Devices

Durable, reliable Board-to-Board connectors support new and emerging applications in automotive electronics

5656 Series Board-to-Board connector Product name 5656 Series Board-to-Board connector Applications Automotive, industrial and consumer electronics Sales target 200,000 units in the first year since the launch Development Background Adv...

10 May 2018

KYOCERA’s New Industrial Cutting Tool with Ultra-Durable Coating Materials Maximizes Steel Cutting Performance

• Industrial Tools

New CA025P CVD coating technology and base material with excellent durability ensures long-term cutting performance for automotive and industrial machining

Steel is often used in numerous industries including automotive and industrial machining. There is a growing demand for long-lasting inserts with excellent resistance against wear, fracturing and chipping capable of stable machining performance over ...

09 May 2018

KYOCERA offers sustainable and premium-quality coffee enjoyment with the new Coffee Grinder EG-70CF

• Kitchen Products

Infinitely adjustable ceramic grinder, convenient battery operation, integrated collecting vessel - these are the technical highlights of KYOCERA’s new electric Coffee Grinder EG-70CF. For coffee-lovers, there’s something even more decisive: the KYOCERA coffee grinder allows you to enjoy premium-quality coffee that is also sustainable.

The Multi Ceramic Grinder rewards coffee-connoisseurs with an intensive and aromatic coffee experience using freshly ground beans. Fans of espresso-based hot drinks or of filter coffees, which are currently enjoying a renaissance, can extract t...

08 May 2018

KYOCERA Enters into License Agreement with Bosch

• LCDs and Touch Solutions

Bosch to incorporate KYOCERA’s haptic feedback technology in automotive applications

Kyocera has been creating haptic technologies through its own research and development since 2008. Utilizing ergonomics and virtual reality technology that Kyocera has developed over the years as well as its proprietary haptic feedback technology, Ky...

07 May 2018

KYOCERA exhibited Fine Ceramic Components at Germany’s Hannover Messe

• Fine Ceramic Components

The company showcased industrial fine ceramic innovations for a wide range of applications including electronics, automotive systems, and machinery

Fine Ceramic Components As a world leader in fine ceramics, Kyocera displayed advanced materials and components in eight industrial categories: life sciences, vacuum components, semiconductors, electronics, sapphire, information technology, mach...

24 April 2018

KYOCERA Named Among Top 100 Global Innovators by Clarivate Analytics

• Corporate

Company recognized for patent success rate and global reach for fourth consecutive year

Kyocera's Junichi Jinno (left), General Manager of Corporate Legal and Intellectual Property Group, receives trophy from Hirofumi Hino, Head of Clarivate The Top 100 Global Innovators awards have been presented annually since 2011 to recognize l...

23 April 2018

KYOCERA Introduces New LCD Panels for Automotive Head-Up-Displays

• LCDs and Touch Solutions

Unique platform structure shortens lead times, allowing samples to be shipped as early as next day

Kyocera HUD LCD Specifications Size (diagonally)ResolutionInterfaceContrast RatioTransmittance 1.12” 300 x 160 (302 ppi) CMOS 1200:1 7.1 % 1.8” 480 x 240 (298 ppi) CMOS 1200:1 8.5 % 3.1” 800 x 480 (297 ppi) LVDS 1700:1 8.5 % Other displa...

06 April 2018

KYOCERA Files Suit Against Preh GmbH for Potential Infringement of Haptic Feedback Technology Patent

• Corporate
• LCDs and Touch Solutions

Kyocera has been creating haptic technologies through its own research and development since 2008. Utilizing ergonomics and virtual reality technology that Kyocera has developed over the years as well as its proprietary haptic feedback technology, Ky...

29 March 2018

KYOCERA to Build New Plant in Kagoshima, Japan, for Ceramic Microelectronic Packages

• Corporate
• Semiconductor Components

New facility will produce ceramic packages for electronic and semiconductor components, including SMD and CMOS devices, to support IoT growth

Architect's rendering The new facility, which Kyocera plans to open in August 2019, will bring a 25 percent increase in the company’s total production capacity for ceramic packages used to house SMD*1 electronic devices and CMOS*2 image sensors....

28 March 2018

KYOCERA’s New Air-Cooled UV Curing Light is World’s Smallest, Lightest and Most Powerful

• Printing Devices

Supports UV ink printing, including billboard printing, as well as UV-cured coatings and adhesives

G5A Series UV-LED curing light Kyocera’s proprietary technology results in the world’s highest UV intensity (24W/cm²) among air-cooled curing lights for UV printing. This product sets a new industry standard by offering the highest performance i...

22 February 2018

KYOCERA Introduces New Z-series Clock Oscillators

• Electronic Components & Devices

Unique platform structure shortens lead times, allowing samples to be shipped as early as next day

Product Overview Product name Z-Series Clock Oscillator Standard Frequency Stability High Frequency Stability Application Electronic equipment Automotive electronics,in-vehicle systems Shipment As soon as next day*1 As soon as one week*1 Size...

01 February 2018

Innovative, beautiful, durable: KYOCERA presents high-quality kitchen tools demonstrating the advantages of its ceramic technology

• Kitchen Products

Temperature-stable insulated mugs and a slicer set with super sharp blades – KYOCERA will be presenting new products featuring outstanding functionality and durability at the Ambiente consumer goods trade fair held in Frankfurt from 9 to 13 February.

Both Kyocera insulated mug collections feature a practical and durable ceramic interior coating. This prevents the use with different beverages such as coffee and tea from affecting the flavour of the next use, and effectively prevents stains or corr...

11 January 2018

KYOCERA Introduces Irish Claddagh Ring Designed by Paul Costelloe, Using Hypoallergenic COBARION

• Corporate

Using new material COBARION, symbolic Irish design meets Japanese technology; portion of proceeds to benefit Great East Japan Earthquake recovery

Dating back to the 17th century in Ireland, the traditional Claddagh ring is given to represent love, loyalty and friendship. The ring is now available in two types: the stylish thin AMATERUS and the gorgeous bold WADADUMI. Both styles are unisex, ma...