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1 Aramids by Teijin

2 Be fast. Be thrilling. Be sure. On race day in Formula One, every detail counts. Each extra gram will slow you down; each weak point can put you in danger. For success, strength at the right weight is not an option it s the only way. That s why for over 30 years Teijin Aramid has been a trusted partner to Formula One. Our para-aramid Twaron delivers extra safety, enhanced speeds and maximum reliability. Because when you re on the starting grid The at only Monaco, company Silverstone with or Monza, you better be sure. 1,800 four different proud employees high-performance worldwide. materials in its portfolio. Focus markets: automotive, marine, protective and defense. Eight sales offices around the globe to connect locally, six production facilities in Europe and Asia and five R&D facilities globally.

3 1918 Teikoku Jinzo-Kenshi Kaisha Ltd., is established in Japan (in English, the name means Imperial Rayon Yarn ). The photograph below is of Naokichi Kaneko, one of three key figures in the founding of Teijin Teijinconex becomes commercially available The official birthday of Fiber X (known today as Twaron ) Twaron becomes part of Acordis, and in 2000 Teijin Ltd. acquires Twaron products Endumax is made commercially available In addition to being responsible for Twaron and Endumax, Teijin Aramid becomes responsible for global aramid production, research and sales of Teijinconex and Technora. Over the past century, we ve become the world s leading aramid producer. It s been a journey of courage and innovation, of new discoveries and new horizons. Time after time, we ve gone where others before haven t dared to go, taking the lead with new products and solutions. Day after day, we ve moved forward, continuously improving our processes, our technology and ourselves. Year after year, we ve driven progress, set new standards for performance, and challenged conformity The company s name is changed to Teijin Ltd A proud landmark: the first Twaron fibers are 1987 Technora becomes commercially available Introduction of Teijinconex neo, a meta- aramid fiber offering unmatched heat resistance and excellent dyeability. And we aren t stopping here. Together with our partners, we ll continue to achieve the unachievable and conquer the unknown. We ll continue connecting with our customers at every level, wherever they are in the world. Because, together, we can be something bigger. Together, we can shape a better future for generations to come. It s thanks to this approach that we are number one. Whatever happens, our products will continue empowering excellence in diverse markets and applications around the world. Of that, you can be sure. produced, marking the start of commercial production.

4 We ll never stop developing: both our products and ourselves. Our products improve lives. That s important to me, and I like that my colleagues think the same way. I m really proud that I can be part of great, nextgeneration solutions. I m proud of our company because we are the best company in the aramid business. The world is a safer, cleaner, more energyefficient place. Because of our products. A company of innovators: that s how our customers see us. We re improving quality, safety and environmental impact. And we ll never stop. We are creating and innovating for humanity.

5 Be brave. Be protected. Be sure. Every day, firefighters around the world tackle ferocious fires, battle smoke and flames, and put their lives on the line all to provide help when it matters the most. High-performance protective gear is not a nice extra it s the difference between life and death. That s why for over 30 years Teijin Aramid has been providing Teijinconex, Twaron and Technora to manufacturers of firefighter gear. Thanks to its unique properties including excellent heat and flame resistance, high durability, and superior softness Teijinconex delivers maximum protection and comfort. Because if you re going to run into a burning building, you better be sure.

6 Worldwide, locally engaged with you. A partner you can be sure of Each day, around the world, organizations and individuals rely on Teijin Aramid for the world-class technology and reliable support that only we can provide. And they ve been doing so year after year, decade after decade. Why do they choose to work with us? Because, like us, they know that performance, safety, and reliability are nonnegotiable. They know that each weak spot, extra gram of weight, or drop of fuel wasted can be the difference between success and failure. Between winning and losing. Between life and death. But, above all, they work with us because of who we are: a reliable partner whom they know, at the critical moment, won t let them down. A co-innovator who ll never stop pushing science to its limits in the search for stronger, safer, more sustainable solutions. A global supplier who, wherever you are, will always be close by, delivering solutions reliably, and on time. A partner you can be sure of. It s why, 100 years after our company s birth, we are the industry leader: the world s number one aramid producer with a near-50% global market share. A company with customers in 74 countries around the world, that has helped break records, send spacecraft to Mars, and drive forward in Formula One. The only aramid company you ll ever need by your side. Knowledge you can trust Our ultra-strong customer relationships stem from our knowledge and our deep technical understanding. Over recent decades, we ve developed unrivaled know-how in the production and use of aramid. It s enabled us to become the global driving force in aramid-based solutions, to build the world s largest aramid manufacturing site in Emmen (the Netherlands), and to secure 146 patents across the world. Because, for us, R&D is more than just a word: it s at the heart of everything we do. Across our five dedicated innovation sites, we see each day as an opportunity to further our knowledge and to come up with new ways to enhance our customers operations with solutions that are stronger, lighter and safer for all. Whether at our core Research & Development Center in Arnhem (the Netherlands), our shooting range in Wuppertal (Germany) or our Shanghai Technical Center s state-of-the-art laboratory (China), our technical experts are working closely with each other and with our customers to develop worldclass solutions that protect and improve lives. It s these collaborations that are driving progress and changing industries for the better. All aboard a first-class customer journey But while our technology has been the cornerstone of our success, Teijin Aramid is much more than just its aramids we know that dependable customer support and reliable product delivery are just as important. With 1,800 employees in strategic locations across five continents, we re an organization committed to helping our customers wherever they are, whatever they re doing, and when ever they need support. From Tokyo to São Paulo, and from Arnhem to Shanghai and beyond, our global network of sales and customer-support agents is always available to deliver advice and help in your language and at your convenience. We are here for you. We also know that, for some of our custom ers, every second counts. This is why, around the globe, we work with trusted logistics partners across sea, road and air to ensure our materials arrive where they re needed, without delay. Our sales account managers are ready to help you and make sure we deliver the best, every single day. Your success and ours depends on it. Go green and drive margins Our commitment to adding value extends to the world around us and the local com - munities where we operate. Because, like our customers, we recognize sustainability as the only way forward. Equally, we help our customers to measure the benefits of going green both for the environment and for their bottom lines. Across our six production facilities in Europe and Asia, we are investing our top technical expertise and talent in developing products that are safe to use, non-toxic and easy to recycle. We are adjusting our manufacturing processes to be more economical, more fuel-efficient, and less polluting. And we are leveraging our resources more efficiently, to save energy, lower our CO 2 output and reduce unnecessary waste. And while we will never stop aiming higher, we are proud of what we have achieved so far including reducing energy use at our production sites by more than 13% between 2009 and And we are proud to be setting a strong example for our customers and for the rest of our industry. Looking ahead with purpose We ve come a long way with our customers and partners over the past 100 years. Together, we ve achieved the unachievable, believed the unbelievable, set new standards for performance, and made the impossible possible. And, over the next 100 years, we ll continue investing in our processes and technology to drive progress and set newer, higher standards. We ll continue leveraging our technology and digital capabilities to make the world a better place, one step at a time. And we ll continue engaging with our partners to deliver value locally across the world. With Teijin Aramid, the best is yet to come of that, you can be sure.

7 Landing on Mars is a challenge made possible with Technora Project: Mars Lander parachute bridle Company: Yale Cordage Materials used: Technora Sometimes only the best will do. That s why, for an out-of-this-world challenge, Yale Cordage chose Technora. Imagine this. After years of preparation and planning, multi-million-dollar investments and with the whole world watching NASA s LDSD Mars Lander is finally starting its descent onto the Red Planet. It needs to decelerate over 1,000km/h in just 90 seconds. The forces involved are enormous; the margins for error are tiny. Have no fear, though. The parachute bridle was, in fact, produced by Yale Cordage, a company with an extensive record for producing high-performance ropes and cables, and integrates Technora, Teijin Aramid s ultimate-performance paraaramid. To create this custom rope, Yale Cordage combined 12 of Teijin s singlebraid ropes together to create a larger rope. Technora was chosen as the perfect rope ingredient for this job because of its strength-to-weight ratio combined with its impressive heat resistance, says Bill Putnam, President of Yale Cordage. These are particularly necessary given the forces and operational parameters of that mission. Landing on Mars is no easy task, but it s possible thanks to the unique properties of Technora. We re sure of that! Technora is eight times as strong as steel, weight for weight, so by using Technora, we can offer radically stronger and lighter ropes. Teijin Aramid has been a key partner for us in developing this special application rope. We ve shown the world that everything is possible when you pull together in the same direction. What s my conclusion? If it s make or break, you better be sure! Bill Putnam, President

8 Be safe. Be secure. Be sure. Day after day, year after year, police officers around the world put their lives on the line for other people s safety. For them, personal ballistic protective gear is not a choice it s the bottom line for survival. And when the stakes are high, even small details can make all the difference. Our Endumax film and Twaron fiber can deliver extra protection, reduced weight and maximum reliability for ballistic protective gear ensuring police safety, mobility and comfort, at all times. Because if your job involves handling hostile environments, you better be sure.

9 When you re growing your business and connecting communities around the world, you better be sure. That s why, for the past two decades, one of the world s top-three optical fiber cables (OFC) suppliers has been using Twaron in its products. In today s world of big data, instantaneous communication and relentless technological advancement, optical fiber cables play a critical role in linking people and comm unities. As mobile and internet usage grows and expands to new parts of the world, the demands placed on OFC manufacturers are constantly rising bringing new standards for reliability and product performance. For China s Hengtong Group, finding new ways to diversify and strengthen its product portfolio is crucial for competitive advantage and growth. And it s working; already established as China s leading OFC supplier, the group now has a strong and growing foothold in Europe, Africa, South America, South Asia and Southeast Asia. Innovation is the driving force of our international growth strategy, says Justin Wu, Vice Director of Supply Chain Management Center, Hengtong Group. To continue being a leader in this competitive marketplace, we can t ever stop improving and enhancing our solutions. To ensure this, we must have 100% confidence in the materials we re using, and a supplier who can keep up with us as we expand internationally." Since 2000, we have relied on Teijin Aramid and Twaron to support our international operations. Twaron bears the tensile force when OFCs are subject to tension, insulates cables against extreme temperatures and weather conditions, and improves overall performance in challenging environments. Our business is growing and evolving. But, one thing s for sure: wherever our solutions are in use, you ll also find Twaron." Project: Optical fiber cables (OFC) Company: Hengtong Group Materials used: Twaron Wherever our solutions are in use, you ll also find Twaron. Justin Wu, Vice Director of Supply Chain Management Center

10 Radically improve the performance of your products with Twaron. Our flagship brand, Twaron, is known around the world for delivering higher strength, lower weight and improved durability when it matters the most. Our true all-round para-aramid, Twaron, performs better than competitor materials across a very wide range of criteria. So whether you re involved in automotive, protective, defense, marine or beyond you can rely on Twaron to improve the performance of your product in the market. When safety and protection are key, Teijinconex is your choice. It s never more important to be sure than when you re facing danger. Thanks to its excellent resistance to heat, flames and chemicals, our meta-aramid Teijinconex keeps people safe, even in the most challenging environments every time. And, by being highly flexible and easily dyable, it has become the brand of choice for manufacturers of personal protective apparel across the world. Technora is eight times stronger than steel, with excellent heat and chemical resistance. Because we don t settle for anything less than maximum performance, we offer our premium product Technora within our range of aramids. Thanks to its combination of unique properties, you can rely on Technora for the most challenging applications: from transmission belts and automotive hoses to ropes, umbilicals and flowlines. Technora is eight times stronger than steel. In addition, it has high modulus, and excellent heat and chemical resistance. From ballistic protection to safe flying, Endumax o ff e r sy o u everything you need. Made from Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE), Endumax is a thin, ultra-strong film that trans forms normal products into extraordinary ones for demanding applications: from ballistic protection and airfreight containers to rope covers and aquaculture nets. Eleven-times stronger than steel, weight for weight, and with unique impact and wear resistance, Endumax will ensure that your product continues to perform excellently, whatever the circumstances.

11 Be brave. Be strong. Be sure. If you re parachuting from 30,000 feet into enemy territory, performance is non-negotiable. To freefall from this height is to withstand speeds of more than 200km/h and temperatures of -46 C (-50 F). Only the bravest can endure. Only the best equipment will do. And, when it comes to parachute lines, only Teijin Aramid can provide the necessary strength, durability and dimensional stability. It s why, for HALO (High Altitude Low Opening) jumps, special forces use equipment reinforced with our Technora para-aramid. Because when you re racing toward the earth, you better be sure.

12 We re a global company, with a Head office Arnhem (The Netherlands) Research & Development Arnhem (The Netherlands) Wuppertal (Germany) Shanghai (China) Iwakuni (Japan) Matsuyama (Japan) Production facilities Arnhem (The Netherlands) Emmen (The Netherlands) Delfzijl (The Netherlands) Ayutthaya (Thailand) Iwakuni (Japan) Matsuyama (Japan) local focus. Eight sales offices Wuppertal (Germany) Shanghai (China) Pune (India) Conyers (USA) São Paolo (Brazil) Tokyo (Japan) Moscow (Russia) Bangkok (Thailand) Proud to be number 1. Teijin was established in years of excellence and experience. Twaron was made commercially available in The only company with four different high-performance materials in its portfolio. 1,800 proud employees worldwide. Focus markets: automotive, marine, protective and defense. Eight sales offices around the globe to connect locally, six production facilities in Europe and Asia and five R&D facilities globally.

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