VOL. 2, NO. 2
The Pulse Newsletter
Your source for updates on events, product launches, and global innovations from TDK SensEI.
TDK SensEI CEO Visits Japan Team
A Season of Insight and Renewal with Our Japan Team
As one unified team, we’re reaffirming our commitment to solving customer challenges and creating lasting impact for our customers and partners.
During the week of March 30, TDK SensEI CEO Sandeep Pandya spent time with members of our Japan team for open and thoughtful discussions on the Japanese market, direct customer feedback, and how our solutions can address real-world customer challenges. With March marking graduation season and April symbolizing new beginnings in Japan, we captured this meaningful moment together under the cherry blossoms—reflecting on the path ahead and embracing a fresh start.
Enhancing Manufacturing Efficiency and Quality with edgeRX™ Vision
A leading electronics manufacturer faced a critical challenge in its high‑speed MLCC taping operations: maintaining strict quality control without sacrificing production efficiency.
The existing inspection system generated an overwhelming number of false alarms—over 99% of machine stops were unnecessary—causing frequent downtime, heavy reliance on operator judgment, and increased risk of human error. Efforts to push throughput further only heightened quality concerns, resulting in nearly 15 million units lost and approximately $95,000 in missed monthly sales.
“over 99% of machine stops were unnecessary.”
To overcome this, TDK SensEI deployed edgeRX™ Vision, a bolt‑on enhancement designed to integrate seamlessly with the customer’s existing inspection cameras and machinery. Instead of replacing legacy equipment, edgeRX™ Vision added an intelligent decision layer that autonomously evaluates inspection outcomes, reduces false stops, and restarts machines in seconds rather than minutes. A multi‑stage decision pipeline filters out noise, identifies true defects, and establishes a “digital safety net” by archiving defect images and preventing risky manual overrides.
The impact was immediate and measurable. During the proof of concept, edgeRX™ Vision inspected approximately 180 million units with 100% defect detection accuracy while reducing false stops by 80%. Restart times dropped from 2–3 minutes to just five seconds, recovering an estimated 15 million units and restoring roughly $95,000 in monthly sales across three production lines. Beyond the metrics, the solution reduced operator fatigue, prevented a potential quality escape, and reinforced confidence in both production speed and inspection integrity.
“The impact was immediate and measurable.”
By resolving the longstanding trade‑off between efficiency and quality, edgeRX™ Vision enabled the manufacturer to scale with confidence—protecting quality, maximizing throughput, and delivering long‑term return on investment without disrupting existing operations.
Customer Installation: Ferrite Core Factory
Bringing advanced manufacturing technology to life requires close collaboration on the factory floor. During a recent customer installation at a ferrite core manufacturing facility, Tim Gicewicz (Sr. Solutions Architect) and Vince Broyles (Sr. Director of Global Sales Engineering) were on site to support deployment and document progress around a large industrial grinder central to core production.
The visit highlighted hands‑on teamwork in a live production environment, where precision, reliability, and performance are critical. Working directly alongside the customer, our team reviewed installation progress, observed equipment operation, and ensured the solution was aligned with real‑world manufacturing demands—demonstrating how engineering expertise translates into practical, production‑ready outcomes.
Tim Gicewicz and Vince Broyles on a factory floor beside an industrial grinder during a ferrite core manufacturing installation.
NORTH AMERICA
APEX Expo
Anaheim, California
March 17-19, 2026
At APEX Expo Anaheim, we showcased edgeRX™ and edgeRX™ Vision, highlighting their impact on improving inspection reliability and uptime in electronics manufacturing. A major focus of our exhibit was taping machines, where edgeRX™ Vision plays a critical role in reducing false stops, minimizing downtime, and protecting quality without disrupting existing operations.
The event brought together electronics manufacturing professionals from across the industry, creating valuable opportunities to discuss real‑world production challenges and demonstrate how edgeRX™ solutions help manufacturers balance speed, efficiency, and quality on the factory floor.
MD&M South
Charlotte, North Carolina
April 22-23, 2026
At MD&M South, we exhibited in the manufacturing sector on the expo floor, showcasing edgeRX™ and how it supports higher uptime and consistent quality in production environments. Conversations focused on real‑world factory challenges where reducing false stops and maintaining strict standards are critical. The event brought together manufacturing and engineering professionals across the medical device industry, creating strong engagement around practical automation and inspection solutions on the shop floor.
CHINA
15th China Smart Manufacturing Summit
Beijing, China
March 23-27, 2026
We’re excited to share that TDK SensEI won the Outstanding and Recommended Product and the Industrial Technology, Innovation, and Pioneer awards at Beijing’s 15th smart manufacturing summit. TDK SensEI was able to achieve these successes thanks to our product achieving 25% reduction in O&M costs and a 10-20% equipment uptime.
Luca Zheng, Product Director of TDK SensEI, delivered a keynote speech:
“These two trophies represent more than recognition. They embody how TDK redefines the underlying logic of industrial equipment operations and maintenance through the deep integration of physics-based models and dual AI models, providing a feasible path for enterprises to implement AI applications and upgrade equipment management.”
JAPAN
Manufacturing-world Week Nagoya
Nagoya, Japan
April 8–10, 2026
Manufacturing World Nagoya 2026 brought together approximately 630 exhibitors showcasing the latest technologies across IT and digital transformation (DX), mechanical components, factory equipment, and measurement solutions—all focused on accelerating R&D and production, reducing costs, improving energy efficiency, and advancing factory automation.
The event welcomed around 30,000 visitors from across Japan’s manufacturing ecosystem, including professionals from development, manufacturing, production engineering, purchasing, and information systems—making it a key gathering point for innovation in Japan’s Central region.
Sea Japan 2026 Tokyo
Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo
April 22–24, 2026
At Sea Japan 2026, TDK SensEI exhibited edgeRX™, presenting a next‑generation, data‑driven approach to reducing equipment downtime while improving safety and operational efficiency across shipbuilding, offshore facilities, ports, and marine infrastructure. The booth attracted visitors from around the world who experienced firsthand how edgeRX™ addressed real on‑site challenges in the maritime industry.
Sensor Shenzhen 2026
Shenzhen
April 14-16, 2026
At the Sensor Shenzhen Show, we showcased edgeRX™ and how it can accelerate industry 5.0 principles in manufacturing environments. From high-precision sensing hardware to edge intelligence platforms, TDK is evolving from a component supplier to a comprehensive industrial health operation provider. By integrating sensing technology and edge AI, TDK facilitates the shift from reactive repairs to proactive health management, empowering the high-quality digital transformation of global smart manufacturing.
NORTH AMERICA
EASA 2026
Orlando, Florida | June 14-16, 2026
EASA 2026 will bring together professionals from across the electrical apparatus and motor repair industry with a strong focus on reliability, asset health, and equipment performance. The event provides a forum for sharing practical approaches to improving uptime and extending the life of critical assets. TDK SensEI will be in attendance, engaging with industry peers on how edge intelligence supports more reliable operations and better visibility into machine health in real‑world industrial environments.
The Reliability Conference
San Francisco, California | May 19-20, 2026
The upcoming Reliability Conference in San Francisco will bring together engineers and industry leaders focused on improving system reliability, uptime, and long‑term performance across manufacturing and technology sectors. The program emphasizes practical approaches to building more resilient operations. TDK SensEI will host a half‑day workshop, where our team will lead in‑depth discussions on the role of edge AI in reliability—exploring how data and vision insights at the edge can help reduce downtime, strengthen quality, and support more dependable production environments.
JAPAN
Factory Innovation Week Osaka
Intex Osaka, Osaka | May 13–15, 2026
At Kansai Factory Innovation Week 2026 (Smart Factory Expo), our Japan team conducted live demonstrations of edgeRX™, highlighting the shift from experience‑based maintenance to data‑driven factory operations. The exhibition showcased how the platform helped prevent unexpected equipment failures, improve operational stability, and maximize maintenance ROI, while supporting digital transformation across modern manufacturing environments.
A Word From Our Vice President of Computer Vision Engineering
“Hybrid AI that integrates edge and cloud computing represents the most effective architecture for equipment monitoring and maintenance. At the edge, our solution enables real-time monitoring and diagnostics; in the cloud, it supports human-centered agentic reporting and ongoing model refinement.”
Yong Wu
VP of Computer Vision Engineering; TDK SensEI
