Acrylic Glass Manufacturer
アクリルガラスせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation produces sheet acrylic glass using acrylic resin as raw material through manufacturing processes such as extrusion and casting. It handles a wide range from raw material blending to forming, drying, cutting, polishing, and inspection.
Description
Acrylic glass manufacturers operate extrusion molding machines and casting equipment using acrylic resin (PMMA) as raw material to produce sheet glass products. First, they measure and blend the raw resin, heat and knead it, then form it through molds. After forming, it is dried and cured, cut to specified dimensions with cutting machines, polished and surface-finished, and undergoes quality inspections for cracks, bubbles, etc. Inspection and daily maintenance of production equipment, as well as safety and health management, are also important tasks. With the advancement of automated control systems and IoT devices for monitoring and control in production lines, stable quality and improved production efficiency are required.
Future Outlook
Demand for acrylic glass is stable in various applications such as optical materials, building materials, and LED light guide plates. With the progress of production line automation and IoT introduction, quality management technology and skills in utilizing environmentally friendly resins will be increasingly required in the future.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good Team Player / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Chief Operator → Process Manager → Manufacturing Department Head
Required Skills
Equipment Maintenance / Machine Operation / Measurement and Blending / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
3D Measuring Machine Operation / CAD Drawing Understanding / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Dimensional accuracy is important in cutting and polishing, etc. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it involves repeating standardized processes. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is little precise numerical calculation. |
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