APPLE TREE Inc. (Headquarters: Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture/ Representative Director President: Hyeong-Myeong Park) has started handling the HOTO Tools brand.

With this initiative, we will strengthen the provision of a comprehensive manufacturing environment that includes not only 3D printing but also processing and finishing.

Background of Handling

In recent years, with the spread of 3D printers, the importance of post-processing and finishing after shaping has been increasing. In particular, for applications where precision and appearance quality are required, processes such as burr removal, polishing, and assembly are important elements that determine the final quality.

On the other hand, there are challenges such as the lack of suitable tools for these processes or the difficulty in selecting them according to the purpose.

In light of these circumstances, in addition to providing 3D printer products, we have started handling the new "HOTO Tools" brand to realize comprehensive manufacturing support that includes processing and finishing.

About HOTO Tools

HOTO Tools is an electric tool brand that combines design and functionality. It offers electric drivers, precision tools, polishing tools, and more, featuring an intuitive design and minimalist design.

The product design, which is not bound by the conventional image of tools, is supported by a wide range of users from beginners to professionals.

Products Handled and Application Scenes

The main products we will start handling are as follows.

25in1 Electric Driver Set ADV

This is an electric precision driver equipped with multiple bits. It is suitable for daily maintenance and adjustment of 3D printer bodies and other parts.

4WAY Mini Air Cleaner

This is a multi-functional cleaner that can blow and suck. It can be used to remove dust and chips after shaping, as well as for maintenance of 3D printer bodies and cleaning of the work environment.

Rotary Tool Kit

This is a multi-functional electric tool that can be used for polishing, cutting, and burr removal. It can efficiently perform surface treatment and detailed processing in the finishing process after 3D printing.

These products have high affinity with processes such as burr removal, surface finishing, part assembly, and cleaning after work, contributing to the improvement of the quality of shaped objects and the improvement of work efficiency.

We also plan to sell them sequentially on our online store.

Future Developments

In the future, we will continue to expand our solutions that comprehensively support not only the provision of products centered on 3D printers but also design, shaping, processing, and finishing.

Through this, we will contribute to the improvement of productivity and quality in our customers' manufacturing.

Company Information

APPLE TREE Inc.

Location

Osaka Headquarters: 4-3-9 Honmachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, Japan 541-0053 Honmachi Sanyo Building 18th Floor Tel: 06-6710-9061

Tokyo Branch Office: 9th Floor, VORT Shibakoen III, 2-9-4 Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0012 Tel: 03-6450-1163

Establishment: October 2012

Business Content: Sales and maintenance of 3D printers / Sales, maintenance, and measurement services of 3D scanners / Sales of 3D-related software / Sales of 3D printed shoes / Design and development support for new products / 3D printing mass production service bureau

Various Websites

APPLE TREE: https://apple-tree.co.jp Markforged: https://apple-tree.co.jp/brand/markforged FLASHFORGE: https://flashforge.jp SCANOLOGY: https://3d-scantech.jp STARAY: https://staray.co.jp PollyPolymer: https://pollypolymer.jp

FACT BOX

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  • Category: New Product
  • Products / services: HOTO Tools