Appointment of Kazuo Matsui of K's Camera Repair as Honorary Technical Advisor to UCS
UCS, a camera repair company under the Kitamura Holdings Group, has appointed Kazuo Matsui of K's Camera Repair as Honorary Technical Advisor to ensure the succession of advanced manual camera repair skills for models like Hasselblad.
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UCS Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Narashino, Chiba; President: Kazunori Nakajima), a camera repair business within the Kitamura Holdings Group, is pleased to announce that Kazuo Matsui of K's Camera Repair (Location: Moriguchi, Osaka) has been appointed as Honorary Technical Advisor. This appointment aims to promote the succession of his outstanding repair techniques. Consequently, all repair operations will transition to a system managed through UCS, and the transfer of technical knowledge and education to UCS technicians will commence under his supervision.
## Inheriting Advanced Repair Techniques for Hasselblad, Plaubel Makina, and More
As cameras become increasingly digital and manufacturer-led unit-replacement repairs become the norm, the number of businesses with the skills to repair manual cameras is declining annually. This has made it difficult to pass on traditional repair techniques and train new technicians. UCS has long advocated for the 'succession of technology' to create an environment where precious cameras can be cherished forever. By inviting Kazuo Matsui, we aim to strengthen the 'sustainability of technology,' an industry-wide challenge.
### Objectives and Significance of Technical Succession
1. Training Next-Generation Repair Technicians
As Honorary Technical Advisor, Kazuo Matsui will provide advanced technical guidance and education based on his extensive experience to UCS technicians, ensuring the 'artisan skills' are passed on.
2. Transfer and Stabilization of the Repair Reception System
Starting April 1, 2026, the Kitamura Group will become the window for all repair requests previously handled by K's Repair. By combining Mr. Matsui's technical supervision with our organized repair structure, we will provide high-quality service to more customers.
3. Inheritance and Development of Camera Culture
We will strengthen our ability to handle models considered difficult to repair, fostering a culture of 'repairing and continuing to use' for future generations.
## Inheriting Advanced Repair Techniques for Hasselblad, Plaubel Makina, and More
As cameras become increasingly digital and manufacturer-led unit-replacement repairs become the norm, the number of businesses with the skills to repair manual cameras is declining annually. This has made it difficult to pass on traditional repair techniques and train new technicians. UCS has long advocated for the 'succession of technology' to create an environment where precious cameras can be cherished forever. By inviting Kazuo Matsui, we aim to strengthen the 'sustainability of technology,' an industry-wide challenge.
### Objectives and Significance of Technical Succession
1. Training Next-Generation Repair Technicians
As Honorary Technical Advisor, Kazuo Matsui will provide advanced technical guidance and education based on his extensive experience to UCS technicians, ensuring the 'artisan skills' are passed on.
2. Transfer and Stabilization of the Repair Reception System
Starting April 1, 2026, the Kitamura Group will become the window for all repair requests previously handled by K's Repair. By combining Mr. Matsui's technical supervision with our organized repair structure, we will provide high-quality service to more customers.
3. Inheritance and Development of Camera Culture
We will strengthen our ability to handle models considered difficult to repair, fostering a culture of 'repairing and continuing to use' for future generations.