In cooperation with Metal technology Co. Ltd. (MTC) Shimoda Iron works Co. Ltd. has successfully obtained NORSOK certification. The certification covers flanges with a maximal thickness of 184.2mm which are produced using Near-Net-Shape techniques (HIP-NNS method). We are the first manufacturer in Japan that has been successful in acquiring this NORSOK qualification for this product.

The NORSOK certification was created for the Oil & Gas industry in Norway to standardize and maintain the development, management, and additional value and cost efficiencies within the industry. Shimoda Flange’s and MTC’s product is required to meet with NORSOK M-650 in all areas such as material, product specifications, standards, and mechanical properties.

Both companies have collaborated together to target HIP-NNS designed parts, which are a key focus in the Oil & Gas industry, and have also received support from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry since 2016 through the strategic basic technology advancement support project. The acquisition of this standard was successfully completed due to these factors and the knowledge and expertise of both companies. A key piece of equipment in this project is the world's largest HIP equipment, Giga-HIP (φ 2050 x 4200 mm) run by MTC in our Himeji Factory. MTC believes that through obtaining NORSOK M-650 and working alongside Shimoda Flange that we can support the Oil and Gas related companies both here in Japan and overseas.