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The FIELD system is a platform open to everyone, and was developed for edge-heavy computing by bringing together

the latest IoT and cutting-edge AI technologies.By using this system, FANUC aims to work with partners

around the world to innovate manufacturing.

F IELD system< Intelligent Edge Link & Drive system

Photo taken October 4, 2016©FANUC CORPORATION November 30, 2016 Printed in Japan

ROBOMACHINEMachine tool, Industrial machinery

CNC Laser RobotSensor

PLC

FANUC News 2016 - Ⅲ

Oshino-mura, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture, 401-0597 Japanhttp://www.fanuc.co.jp/Phone: (81) 0555-84-5555Fax: (81) 0555-84-5512Person in charge of publishing: Naoki Yukisada, Vice Manager, Public Relations Department

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Inside the booth, we displayed a variety of products under the slogans, "one FANUC" and "Service First" in addition to FAs, robots, and robomachines.one FANUC: We exhibited the FIELD system to show our new IoT program. We demonstrated how to monitor system status by linking the system to CNC machines, robots, robomachines and other companies' products inside our booth. As an application, we also introduced a distributed deep learning system for bin-picking robots. Furthermore, we exhibited a processing cell made by combining ROBODRILLs, robots, and loaders controlled by Power Motion i-A, thereby introducing an example of collaboration among different business divisions.Service First: In the service area, we demonstrated the repair services that we provided in cooperation with 252 service sites in 46 countries around the world to present our program for global services that are important for users.

The total number of CNC machines exhibited at IMTS 2016 was 802 (FANUC's share: 57.6%) and the total number of robots exhibited, excluding those displayed in the manufacturers' own booths, was 296 (FANUC's share: 82.8%). Also, the total number of robots displayed at the exhibition was the largest ever recorded, reflecting a growing demand for robots in the U.S. market.

International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) 2016 was held for six days, from September 12 (Monday) to September 17 (Saturday) at Chicago's McCormick Place convention center.The number of visitors totaled 115,612 up by 1% from the previous show in 2014, and there were 2,407 exhibiting companies, up by 18%, which reflected the ongoing strength of the U.S. market.In addition to an airship with the company logo, the FANUC booth also featured a giant robot lifting a yellow Corvette. The dynamic exhibits even drew the attention of visitors who were far away, attracting many users to our booth.

IMTS2016

CNC share Robot share(excluding those shown in its own booth)

FANUC245 units82.8%

FANUC462 units57.6%

Company A11.8%

Company B3.2%

Company C9.4%

Company I 2.7%Company J 2.0%

Other7.4%Other

14.4%Company D3.6%

Company H 5.1%

Total number of units: 802 Total number of units: 296

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● Tokyo International Packaging Exhibition 2016 (Tokyo Pack 2016)Period: October 4 (Tuesday) to October 7 (Friday)Venue: Tokyo Big SightKey exhibits:

Collaborative robot system with human operatorsSmall collaborative robot hands-on experience areaHigh-speed wrapped product arrangement systemHigh-speed food arrangement systemContainer arrangement systemCarbon box transfer system between a wagon and a conveyorCNC for industrial machines designed to increase the speed and precision of packaging machinesFIELD systemApplication consulting area

● First Kansai Food Factory Automation & Safety Equipment Exhibition (FASE Kansai 2016)Period: October 18 (Tuesday) to October 20 (Thursday)Venue: Intex OsakaKey exhibits:

Collaborative robot system with human operatorsSmall collaborative robot hands-on experience areaHigh-speed wrapped product arrangement systemHigh-speed food arrangement systemVegetable-handling systemCarbon box transfer system between a wagon and a conveyorCNC for industrial machines designed to increase the speed and precision of packaging machinesFIELD systemApplication consulting area

On July 1 (Friday), FANUC celebrated its 44th anniversary and held a ceremony at the FANUC Hall (third floor of the Performance Evaluation Building), which was just completed in June.Following the opening address by the Chairman, Achievement Awards were given to employees who greatly contributed to the company's performances, Invention Awards to those who created outstanding inventions, Dedicated Service Awards to those who served the company for many years, and Short-Short Story Awards to those who wrote excellent short-short stories to celebrate the anniversary.After the ceremony, an anniversary party was held at the Nature Hall with about 1,200 visitors in attendance, including FANUC employees and their families. Members of the Akafujikai, an association organized by FANUC retirees, also participated in the party to celebrate the anniversary together.

Exhibition Information

44th Anniversary Ceremony and Party

Visitors having fun at the party in the Nature HallDr. Inaba, Chairman, addressing the audience at the FANUC Hall

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Introducing the New Research Center

● New Research Center BuildingsThe following four buildings were completed this spring: the Reliability Evaluation Building, the Performance Evaluation Building, the New Robot Building, and the New Robomachine Building.

Among these, the Reliability Evaluation Building is a facility designed to improve the reliability of products in a short period of time by performing multiple accelerated life time tests simultaneously under conditions that are more severe than the ones seen in normal use.

■ Reliability Evaluation BuildingFANUC has been working to develop products under the slogan, "Reliable, Predictable, Easy to Repair." We have built this large facility for special, multiple, simultaneous evaluation tests conducted under severe conditions over a long period of time in order to further improve the reliability of our products.

■ Performance Evaluation BuildingThis building was built to evaluate and improve the performance of FANUC products in collaboration with outside experts. The building is designed to develop multiple new technologies simultaneously and is divided into several sections to ensure strict security management.

The Performance Evaluation Building was built to bring the resources of all of FANUC's research institutes together to analyze and increase the limits of product performance.

The New Robot Building and the New Robomachine Building were built to expand the research institute in order to promote new developments in response to the rapidly increasing demand for robots and robomachines.

Reliability Evaluation BuildingPerformance Evaluation Building

New Robot Building New Robomachine Building

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● Reliability Evaluation BuildingThe Reliability Evaluation Building is the largest building in our research center. It is equipped with a general experiment area and dedicated test rooms, such as an anechoic chamber, an EMS (electromagnetic susceptibility) test room, a vibration test room, a mist test room, a variable temperature room, a variable humidity room, a limit test room, a noise measurement room, a submergence test room, a clean room, and a precision measurement room. The purpose of this facility is to make it possible to promptly perform the necessary tests at any time.

■ General experiment areaIn this area, which takes up the greater part of the Reliability Evaluation Building, the reliability of products is thoroughly verified by conducting as many tests as possible under various conditions. The floor area that can be used for experiments is now three times greater than it was before.

■ Anechoic chamberThe anechoic chamber is completely shielded from electromagnetic waves outside the chamber, enabling accurate measurement of electromagnetic waves emitted from a product. This room enables EMC testing, which is required in order to comply with EU standards for the CE mark, to be conducted in-house, thus shortening the development period compared to before, when only external facilities could be used.

Clean room

Vibration test room

Submergence test room

Anechoic chamber

EMS test room

Variable temperature room Mist test roomNoise measurement

roomPrecision measurement roomLimit test room

General experiment area

General experiment area

Variable humidity room

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Introducing the New Research Center■ Vibration test roomThe vibration test room is used for examining the impacts of vibrations on our products during transport to our customers or after they are installed. Vibrations up to 2 t, 200 Hz, and 3 G can be applied. This is equivalent to 20 G of vibration for the test object, which is approximate to the conditions an object experiences when being transported by trucks inside and outside Japan, for example

■ Variable temperature roomThe variable temperature room consists of two rooms: one for examining changes in the product's functions when a drastic temperature change is applied, and the other for measuring the thermal displacement of machines while precisely changing the temperature.

■ Mist test roomThe mist test room is used for evaluating the waterproof capability of our products.The mist test room is equipped with IP test equipment rated from IPX3 to X6.In addition, the room can be used for evaluation tests involving cutting fluids.We are also planning to add a room dedicated to the use of high-temperature/high-pressure cleaning fluids.

■ Limit test roomThe limit test room is used for examining phenomena that occur when our products, such as injection molding machines (ROBOSHOT), are used at their limits. For instance, a test for discovering the weaknesses of a machine is performed by intentionally applying excessive pressure to molten resin.

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■ FANUC HallThe FANUC Hall has 439 seats and two 4K 300-inch screens; all seats are equipped with power outlets and LAN connectivity.

■ Conference roomsThere are two large conference rooms with 150 seats, six medium-sized rooms with 60 seats, six small rooms with 10 seats, and five mini rooms with 3 seats. Each large and medium-sized room is equipped with two screens and audio equipment, whereas the small rooms have large LCD monitors. Users are able to choose the conference room they want to use according to the number of participants and the purpose of the meeting. Room reservations can be made anywhere within the company.

● FANUC ForumThere is a multi-purpose conference facility called the FANUC Forum on the third floor of the Performance Evaluation Building. It is equipped with 19 large, medium-sized, small, and mini conference rooms, plus a big hall.

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■ Models with outputs from 4 kW to 6 kW added to the FANUC FIBER LASER seriesThe FANUC FIBER LASER series consists of high power fiber laser oscillators that are applicable in various fields, including metal processing and resin processing. In addition to the 2 kW and 3 kW models that can be used for welding or cutting thin sheet metal, we have added 3 new models to the product lineup: FIBER LASER FF4000i/FF5000i/FF6000i-A, with outputs ranging from 4 kW to 6 kW.These new models can be used not only for welding and cutting thin sheet metal, but also for quenching, fine processing, or additive manufacturing.• Direct control over the laser oscillator with Series

30i/31i-LB can achieve high controllability synchronized with the axes, thus shortening the cycle time and allowing high-speed, high-precision laser processing.

• Despite the maximum laser output of 6 kW, this series is capable of stably producing a low output that is effective for marking, due to the minute laser output control function.

• The high-quality and long-life laser diode (LD) module ensures high reliability.

■ Smart Machine ControlSmart Machine Control is a group of functions in which the controller itself optimizes control of the machine in real time, according to changes in the status of the machine, including: load, temperature, and position. This helps to realize high-speed, high-precision, and high-quality machining.

Smart Machine Control for feed axes realizes high-precision and high-quality machining by optimally controlling each axis according to the status of the motor and the machine's characteristics "Smart Backlash Compensation"(1) improves cutting shape by optimally compensating lost motion at reverse in accordance to motor torque and machine position. Moreover, "Smart Machining Point Control"(2) improves the machining quality by suppressing machine vibrations.

Smart Machine Control for spindles realizes high-speed machining by making the best use of the short-time rated power of the spindle motors.The "Smart Load Meter"(3) makes it possible to easily measure the motor's load, while "Smart Adaptive Control"(4) optimizes the speed of the feed axes according to the spindle load. This function enables the machine to perform rough cutting at the fastest speed possible within the motor's ability.Furthermore, "Smart Rigid Tapping"(5) enables tapping with maximum motor power, while preventing overheating during heavy duty machining with "Smart Thermal Control"(6).

Introduction of New Products and New Features (FA)

FIBER LASERFF3000i-A

FIBER LASERFF6000i-A

Control optimization in real-timeChanges in environmentLoad, temperature, position, output, machine vibrations

Motor

MachineSpindle

Ball screw

Control target

Concept of Smart Machine Control

Improvement of geometric accuracy⑴ Smart Backlash Compensation

Prevention of vibrations at the machining tip⑵ Smart Machining Point Control

Improvement of basic motor performanceSERVO HRV+ Control

MachineSpindle

Ball screw

Servo motor

Smart Machine Control (feed axis)

Effective use of motor output⑶ Smart Load Meter

Shortening of roughing cycle time⑷ Smart Adaptive Control

Shortening of tapping cycle time⑸ Smart Rigid Tapping

Prevention of overheating during heavy duty machining⑹ Smart Thermal Control

Enhancement of short-time outputEnhancement of spindle motor output

Automatic speed control

Measurement of loadAutomatic output control

Smart Machine Control (spindle)

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■ FANUC Robot CR-4+A, CR-7+A, and CR-7+A/LWe have added three new small collaborative robot models to our CR series of "green robots" that can operate together with humans in a shared space without safety fences. These new variations follow the CR-35iA 35 kg high payload collaborative robot: CR-4iA, CR-7iA, and CR-7iA/L.CR-4iA, CR-7iA and CR-7iA/L are small collaborative robots, featuring payloads of 4 kg (CR-4iA) and 7 kg (CR-7iA and CR-7iA/L). Since they do not require safety fences, human workers and robots can work together. Due to their compactness, these robots can be densely arranged in manufacturing processes that also have human workers. They can also be ceiling- mounted or wall-mounted to secure wider workspaces without getting in the way of human workers in the work area. In addition, since these robots are lightweight, they can be easily transported on a handcart, and allow for flexible layouts when combined with iRVision (integrated vision).These small collaborative robots can be utilized for various manufacturing processes, such as transfer or assembly of electronic parts or other small parts.

• Just like the CR-35iA, these models are equipped with FANUC's unique safety functions, which stop the robots safely when they come into contact with a human.

• They are certified to meet the requirements of ISO 10218-1 and are certified by a third party safety certification organization.

• The green color of the collaborative robots distinguishes them from our yellow robots, allowing them to be recognized at a glance as safe robots.

• Since the robots remain the same as the conventional yellow robots, they maintain the same reliability as that of our yellow robots and can use the latest intelligent functions such as iRVision or force sensors.

By enhancing the product lineup of "green robots" that can work in collaboration with human workers, we contribute to new automation of manufacturing.

■ +RVision 3D model matching functionWe have added a new 3D model matching function to the 3D area sensor of iRVision. This function enables robots to accurately recognize the three-dimensional position or posture of each workpiece in bulk and to hold each workpiece in a correct and stable manner.

Features of the 3D model matching function include the following:• With a conventional 3D area sensor, robots can only recognize planar or

cylindrical features; however, the 3D matching function enables robots to recognize workpieces with complex shapes, such as the crankshafts in the photo.

• The 3D models of workpieces are generated by three-dimensionally measuring the actual workpieces with the 3D area sensor. This data is then taught to the robot. No CAD data is necessary.

• The function can also be used for measuring the three-dimensional posture of workpieces not only in bulk but when placed on a table, etc.

• The hardware for the vision is integrated in the robot controller as a standard feature; there is no need to add an image processing system such as a high performance computer.

• The 3D area sensor used for 3D measurement has a maximum measurement range of W1,340 × D1,000 × H1,000 mm and a sealed structure equivalent to an IP65 enclosure, which gives the sensor high environmental resistance.

We will continue to contribute to factory automation by improving our sensing technologies, including 3D area sensors and making robots more intelligent and user friendly.

Introduction of New Products and New Features (ROBOT)

Crankshaft picking system

Example of work recognition by 3D model matching

The three new models of "green robots"

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■ FANUC ROBOCUT α -C+B seriesWe have developped a new model of the ROBOCUT α -CiB series of high-reliability and high-performance wire-cut electric discharge machines.In α -CiB series, a large-sized machine, α -C800iB, was added to the product lineup of α-C400iB and α-C600iB. This has enabled the handling of large-sized molds, such as those for automobiles or home appliances in addition to the high-precision molds, PCD tools, and medical parts which our previous lineup could already handle.

(1) Level up of discharge control•The new discharge control FPC (flexibly controls

discharge pulses) realizes higher cutting accuracy and shorter cutting time.

(2) New user interface +HMI•The new user interface iHMI is intuitive and easy-to-

use, contributing to minimizing downtime through coordination with ROBOCUT-LINKi.

(3) CORE STITCH function•CORE STITCH is a function to adhere cores by brass

wire welding. It is effective for shortening the core cutting-off time and unmanned machining for a long time.

■ FANUC ROBODRILL α-D+B seriesWe have developped a new model of the ROBODRILL α -DiB series of high-reliability and high-performance compact machining center.On the α -DiB series, control unit that has been renewed and machining performance has also been improved, while maintaining the highly reliable and rigid mechanical unit.

(1) Renewed control unit•The new intelligent control unit enables the

visualization of abnormalities by forwarding the data of each mounted sensor to ROBODRILL-LINKi to be centrally managed, which helps minimize downtime.

(2) New user interface +HMI•Intuitive and easy-to-use operability has been realized

by the new operation screens with icons and graphics and the simple structure center around the Home screen.

(3) Enhanced machining performance•In the α -DiB series, axis feed has been more precise

and smooth by applying least input increment 0.1μ m and SERVO HRV3+ Control of the latest CNC, enables even more high quality machining.

Introduction of New Products and New Features (ROBOMACHINE)

New user interface iHMI

ROBODRILL α-D21MiB5

State of core adhesion

CORE STITCH function

ROBOCUT α-C800iB

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Introduction of the FANUC Factory Servo Motor Parts Machining FactoryIn the Servo Motor Parts Machining Factory, parts of various motors manufactured by FANUC are processed.Since many motor parts have a rotationally symmetrical shape, such as shafts or flanges, machining is performed mainly by lathes and cylindrical grinders in this factory. Many simple machining cells, each of which consist of one to two machine tools and one to two FANUC robots, are connected in automated warehouses, and all processes, including material supply, machining, cleaning, inspection, and shipping are fully automated.

In each machining cell, servo-driven hands and the robot vision iRVision are attached to FANUC robots. The handling of various types of parts, loading and unloading of such parts to and from machine tools, cleaning or air blowing after machining, and deburring are all automated. By automating the in-line measurement of machined parts and offsetting the machine tools based on the measurement results, stable, high-precision machining on the order of microns becomes possible.

Machining cell groups connected to an automated warehouse Servo hands and iRVision are used to their full potential

A machining factory is a severe environment, in which the mist generated by cutting fluids adheres to machine tools or robots. However, the highly reliable FANUC CNCs and robots have been able to maintain stable production over a long period of time. Processes aside from the exchange of jigs and tools, such as the automatic transfer of chips discharged from machine tools, automatic management of cutting fluid concentration and supply, and automatic separation of chips and machine oil from cutting fluid, have been made maintenance-free, which has allowed a large number of machining cells to be operated by a small number of operators. In addition, the marking of two-dimensional barcodes on motor parts has recently begun, in order to improve quality and traceability.

A FANUC robot marking two-dimensional barcodes with a laser marker A motor part with a two-dimensional barcode

Manufacturing information, such as the machining date and time, machining cell number, and machining conditions are contained in the two-dimensional barcodes

marked on motor parts and linked to the system, allowing the information to be used for the improvement of quality and traceability.

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Inside the Daido Industrial Robot Exhibition Hall

Daido Corporation

Could you tell us about your company's business?President Yamada: An automobile is said to be composed of 30,000 parts. We are a wholesaler that stocks every component used in industrial machines in four warehouses across Japan, so we can immediately deliver them to customers at low prices. The wholesale of these parts, which accounts for approximately 75% of our total sales, is our main line of business. Our equipment sales, which include FANUC robots, account for some 20% of our sales. In terms of our current business portfolio, our robot business is as yet small in size. Fortunately, the sales of FANUC robots are increasing at a rapid pace compared to parts for machines, whose sales have only increased from 0% to approximately 3%.

Your company, founded in 1946, has a long history.President Yamada: My father single-handedly started this business from the ashes of World War II using pulleys in a barracks. In those days, he used belts placed on the pulleys in order to transmit power from the motors. When I joined the business in 1956, there were only four employees, including my father; we had an 18 m2 dirt floor that served as our store, warehouse and shipping area.We subsequently replaced the pulleys with chains, which had better power transmission. We also started selling products such as decelerators and bearings, and we now have 40 offices across Japan.Believing that the Japanese manufacturing industry would face labor shortages as a result of economic growth, we knew that robots would eventually play a crucial role in resolving environmental and safety issues. So, we opened a robot workshop (showroom) in 1984.

How did your business relations with FANUC begin?General Manager Egami: In 1984, we received an order from a major electrical manufacturer in the Chubu region to build a system for their facility and delivered a total of nearly 30 robots. That marked the beginning of our business relations with FANUC. Subsequently, in 2006, we delivered robots and ROBOGUIDEs to a technical institute in the Chubu region as teaching material, which marked the advent of a robotics era for us.In 2010, we established the Robot Department to expand sales. The department was made up of 60 employees, including engineers. As a result, we received the Largest Sales Special Award at the FANUC Global Reception in December 2015.

How do you plan to use the Daido Industrial Robot Exhibition Hall?General Manager Egami: In June this year, which marked the company's 70th anniversary, we completed an eight-story Industrial Robot Exhibition Hall, with a total floor area of 3,306 m2, adjacent to our main office, a seven-minute walk from the Nagoya Station.We plan to use the hall as an opportunity to solve various difficulties in incorporating robots into the workforce. The hall offers the most advanced robots, along with peripheral devices, and is equipped with a test factory so that we can select the most appropriate and reliable robots for our customers, by conducting tests using the actual machines. We also hold technical workshops where the instructors can demonstrate how the robots can be operated. More than 3,000 people have already come to the hall since it opened.

As the Industrial Conductor and a trading company specializing in mechatronics, Daido Corporation caters to the industry's many needs.We visited the Daido Industrial Robot Exhibition Hall located near the Nagoya Station to have an interview with Mr. Yamada, President, Mr. Egami, Robot Department General Manager, and Mr. Saito, Industrial Robot Exhibition Hall Director. (From the left) Mr. Egami, General Manager, Mr. Yamada,

President, and Mr. Saito, Hall Director

Visiting Users FANUC Robot

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What are the strong points of your company?President Yamada: Our staff (our engineers especially) adopt the basic sales policy of making proposals through working closely with their customers. This is what separates us from trading companies that merely sell products from suppliers to customers.General Manager Egami: The distinguishing feature of our company is that we can make proposals to customers using the features of the robots, their parts, as well as the knowledge of our engineers. The Industrial Robot Exhibition Hall, which enables us to gather customers, robots, equipment, and system manufacturers together to make prompt decisions, is another advantage.

Without holding back, how do you evaluate FANUC robots?General Manager Egami: Daido is a robot trading company, so we make a serious effort to compare robots by other companies. What our customers need is intelligent robots. Even from our non-expert perspective, FANUC's intelligent robots are far more superior when compared to other companies' robots.

Do you have any requests to FANUC?General Manager Egami: There are still many users unaccustomed to using robots in general industry markets. We would like FANUC to provide such users with easy-to-use packages.Also, orders for FANUC robots are rapidly increasing, so we would be obliged if FANUC could expand its production.

Daido Corporation (http://www.daido-net.co.jp/)

▶ CEO and President: Sadao Yamada ▶ Paid-in capital: 780 million yen ▶ Sales: 83 billion yen (as of November 2015)

Main Office ▶4-12-19 Meieki Minami, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Japan 450-0003▶ Phone: (81) 052-533-6722

the Daido Industrial Robot Exhibition Hall

▶4-12-5 Meieki Minami, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Japan 450-0003▶ Phone: (81) 052-533-6210

Hall Director Saito: We provide live demonstrations using FANUC robots for many visitors of the Industrial Robot Exhibition Hall. Visitors appear very satisfied with our explanations about the unique features of FANUC's robots. For example, many customers are unaware that only FANUC produces Genkotsu robots with six axes. In terms of the number of objects that can be captured per minute, FANUC's visual tracking system is overwhelmingly superior to other manufacturers' systems. Also, FANUC robots are capable of slowing themselves down when the arm is close to being fully extended, in order to prevent dislocation. This level of technology may not be surprising for the people at FANUC. However, this is one of the things that other makers' robots are incapable of doing.We would be very much obliged if you could advertise these excellent technologies through your sales activities so that the general public can easily understand the difference of FANUC robots from other companies' products.

General Manager Egami: Finally, we expect that you will develop and sell new products, such as the FIELD system, that contribute to the use of intelligent factory systems. As a total integration company, we will further enhance our engineering capabilities as well as our ability to sell products, including robots and robomachines. We will also work together with parts makers and our partner companies to expand our business through the sale of FANUC products. So, we would like to ask for your continued support.

(Interview: Naoki Yukisada, Vice Manager, Public Relations Department)

The facade of the Daido Industrial Robot Exhibition Hall

Next to a Green Robot

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FANUC Global Service Conference

Following the opening address by Chairman Inaba, we held study sessions by business division and by service theme.In the study sessions, new functions and tools to use in maintenance were introduced, technical information was provided using IT, and active and constructive discussions were held on how to improve the supply of maintenance parts. On the final day, the plenary session was held with all participants in attendance, including the Chairman, President and related executives, where the results from the discussions at the study sessions were reported.

FANUC will promptly implement the service improvement measures decided on at the FS Conference, and true to the slogan "Move On!," we will step up our efforts to realize and enhance a system that provides the world's highest-quality services.

We held the Third FANUC Global Service Conference (FS Conference) for three days from July 11 (Monday) to June 13 (Wednesday) at FANUC Forum, which was completed in June this year on the premises of FANUC's Headquarters. More than 270 people, including 113 attendees from 32 countries around the world, gathered together to have active discussions for the purpose of providing the highest-quality services around the world.

The three businesses of FA, ROBOT and ROBOMACHINE are unified with SERVICE as “one FANUC”, to provide innovation and reassurance to manufacturing sites around the world.

Based on the "Service First" spirit, FANUC provides lifetime maintenance for FANUC products used by customers at 252 service sites in 46 countries around the world.

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Audience in the Japan Student's Indoor Flying Robot Contest

12th Japan Student's Indoor Flying Robot Contest

AC Party

The 12th Japan Student's Indoor Flying Robot Contest was held on August 27 and 28 at the Ota-ku Gymnasium. A total of 195 students in 38 teams from graduate schools, universities, technical colleges and vocational schools across Japan, from Fukuoka to Aomori, participated in the contest and competed in exciting games.This contest is planned and held to support students' education in aircraft design, manufacturing and test flying. This was the 12th time the contest has been held.Participants manufactured aircrafts according to strict rules and conducted transportation, automatic gliding and landing missions, in a competition of their aircraft's flying performance and their operating skill.The highlight of the contest was the flying championship in the automatic steering control category, where the participants had to program their own robots. FANUC started to provide special sponsorship this year and awarded the FANUC Award to Kanazawa Institute of Technology, which won the championship in this category.

The 59th AC Party was held on August 19.The AC Party started as an in-house get-together party organized by the Automatic Control Section established in 1958. This year marked the 59th time the party was held.This year's AC Party was held at FANUC Forum in the Performance Evaluation Building that was completed this spring. The party was attended by a total of 1,038 people, including Chairman Yoshiharu Inaba, President Kenji Yamaguchi, and 143 new members.At the opening of the party, Chairman Inaba delivered an address, in which he encouraged everyone to commit themselves to research and development in order to create future FANUC products by fully using the new experiment facilities, including the Performance Evaluation Building.Following the toast by President Yamaguchi, the AC participants, spread throughout the FANUC Forum, celebrated their reunion with plates of food in their hands, with a renewed determination to strive toward further development.

The scorching hot summer has gone by so quickly. Under the clear blue sky after a rainfall, the harbingers of fall emerged one after another at FANUC this year, as they always do.Their mysterious and adorable appearance provides observers with a soothing, surreal feeling.

Four Seasons of FANUC

12th Japan Student's Indoor Flying Robot Contest

Main sponsor: The Japan Society for Aeronautical and Space SciencesCo-sponsors: Tokyo Ota Ward Office, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), and Ohta Business Sozo KyougikaiChairperson: Shinji Suzuki, Professor at the Graduate School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, the University of Tokyo

Tamagotake mushroom (Amanita caesareoides) Colony of tamagotake mushrooms

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The FIELD system is a platform open to everyone, and was developed for edge-heavy computing by bringing together

the latest IoT and cutting-edge AI technologies.By using this system, FANUC aims to work with partners

around the world to innovate manufacturing.

F IELD system< Intelligent Edge Link & Drive system

Photo taken October 4, 2016©FANUC CORPORATION November 30, 2016 Printed in Japan

ROBOMACHINEMachine tool, Industrial machinery

CNC Laser RobotSensor

PLC

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