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January 27, 2024

We were selected as a finalist in the 4th TCI Venture Awards.

We were selected as a finalist in the 4th TCI Venture Awards.

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株式会社Closer (Closer Inc., CEO: Shota Higuchi, Headquartered in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture) was named a finalist at the "4th TCI Venture Awards Finalist Presentation and Judging Session," held on January 26, 2024.

On the day of the event, presentations were made by the seven finalist companies that passed the preliminary screening.

Products Presented:

  1. PickPacker®: A small bag transfer robot designed to automate the repetitive tasks in food factories.
  2. Palletizy™: A compact palletizing robot that automates the stacking of items such as cardboard boxes.

About the TCI Venture Awards:

The TCI Venture Awards are held annually with the aim of promoting the growth of ventures originating from Tsukuba and stimulating entrepreneurial spirit by recognizing those with high technological capabilities and unique business plans.

Since its inception in 2020, the awards have been held four times, with over 80 ventures and technological seeds participating. Some of the past winners have garnered significant attention, including victories at pitch events both in Japan and internationally.

4th TCI Venture Awards Finalist Presentation and Judging Session

https://www.tsukuba-tci.co.jp/info/2023/12/13/16994

4th TCI Venture Awards Winners Announcement

https://www.tsukuba-tci.co.jp/info/2024/01/31/17295

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Can we automate our factory operations with Closer's robots?
We will conduct a detailed interview to determine if robotic integration is feasible for your condition. Please contact us to start the conversation.
How long will it take to see a return on investment?
The time it takes depends on how much labor is currently involved in the processes you wish to automate. Typically, it takes 2-3 years to achieve a return on investment. We can provide an estimate tailored to your situation, so please reach out.
Can I take use of subsidies?
You may be able to make use of subsidies such as manufacturing subsidies. We can advise you on this point, so please contact us first.
I want to see the robot in person.
Currently, it is only available at our headquarters in Japan. If you are based overseas, please contact us for an online demo. We will customize the robot's programming to suit your needs and have it ready within 7 days.
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