NPC's approach to SDGs | NPC incorporated

 

 

Approach to SDGs through our business

     

 

Supply of PV module manufacturing equipment

NPC Incorporated has provided PV module manufacturing equipment in more than 50 countries and contributed to the dissemination of renewable energy for over 25 years.

Now we are focusing on providing high-end, custom-made equipment for the PV manufactures in the US, which is the second largest PV market in the world.

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Inspection service for solar power plants

We provide inspection and maintenance service to solar power plants in Japan.

This is to contribute to dissemination of solar systems by supporting safe and profitable operation of solar power plants.

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Reuse of PV panels

Even if dismantled due to disasters, etc., solar panels may still be reusable depending on their condition.

We send back such panels to market using our network with solar power plants established though provision of inspection service.

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Recycling of solar panels

Solar panels contain metals and glass integrated in a way that they are hard to be separated for recycling.

Solar panel recycling is an urgent issue, for which research and development are in progress all over the world.

 

・Supply of solar panel disassembly equipment (for recycling)

For this issue, we have developed the first solution in the world called “separation method using a heated blade” .

A heated blade separates glass and metal layer, which improves recycling rate of an end-of- life solar panel.

We also developed a Semi-automated Frame & J-Box Separator which can be transported on a truck for on-site separation.

We provide various solutions for environmental issues through innovation using our accumulated experience and flexible mindset.

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Separation method using a heated blade

Separates glass and metals (cell) with a blade heated up to approximately 300℃ that melts EVA.

This method improves the recycling rate of glass and metals, which is highly evaluated in Japan and overseas.

 

Automated solar panel disassembly equipment using the method

 

Automated solar panel disassembly line (with the separation method using heated blade)

Semi-automated frame and J-Box separator

  

・Disassembly service for solar panels

We provide intermediate treatment of solar panels discarded in Shikoku area with our own disassembly equipment using “separation method using heated blade”.  Solar panels from other areas are sent to partner companies for recycling and/or proper disposal.

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Intermediate treatment in Matsuyama factory

Separated parts

 

 

Stable production and supply of vegetables

Stable supply of vegetables is becoming a growing issue due to climate change.

We provide stable supply of safe vegetables that are grown in our plant factory using artificial light.

In-house power generation system using used solar panels reduces environmental footprint in the vegetable production.

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Internal view of the plant factory

"Hakohime" brand lettuce

 

Social contribution with our technical strength

・Supply of automation machines / innovation

We provide custom-made machines that meet customers’ needs in various industries using our experience in development of automation technology.  

With our integrated production system, we develop new technologies to achieve innovation through our effort and creativity to meet the needs from each customer.

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Reduction of environmental footprint

　

 

・In-house power generation with used solar panels

In-house energy generation system using used solar panels is installed on the roof of Matsuyama factory to provide clean energy for machine production and plant factory.

 

Used panels installed on the roof of plant factory

      

・ISO14001

Scope of registration:

- Matsuyama Factory (2889 Nishihabu-machi, Matsuyama-shi, Ehime, Japan)
Design, development, manufacture and servicing (maintenance and repair) of factory automation tools and vacuum equipment, provision of maintenance services and inspection equipment, etc. for photovoltaic power generation systems, and intermediate treatment of disposed solar panels for recycling.

 

     

Coexistance with local communities

　　　

 

・Company actions for local communities

Since our factory was established at Matsuyama, Ehime in 2000, we have supported sustainable development of the local communities through various activities for better coexistence.

・Ecological school for children during summer vacation (hosted by Matsuyama city)

・Factory tours as an energy park of next generation in the city

・Establish friendly relations with local TV and other media

・Exhibit at Matsuyama Environment Fair

・Support for local non-profit organization

      

   

 

　

Ensure comfortable work environment

    

 

・Reform of HR management systems

As we consider employees as the base of the company, we continuously review and improve our HR management system.

We provide a comfortable and fulfilling work environment through steady approaches.

 

・Employee educational development programs

We support technical skill improvement of employees with internal training program and financial support for obtaining technical qualifications.

 

・Promotion of diversity

We create an environment in which the company members respect each other’s gender, nationality, work history, age, sexual orientation, values, etc. as individual valuable personalities, and create a positive influence on each other.

All genders are entitled to take Childcare leave, and it is taken by 100% of qualified female employees.  Short hours system for childcare is also used at a high rate.

We try to offer various options in work style through other systems such as family-care leave.

 

・Support for club activities

We support club activities by volunteer employees for building good working relationships between them.