The replacement work for the expansion joints on the Tomei Expressway (Yokohama section) has been successfully completed, and the completion inspection was finished on April 9, 2026. This project, which we undertook as the main contractor, is the largest scale project our company has ever handled (with a construction period of about one and a half years). Crittec Industries, as a manufacturer of expansion joints for bridges, handles everything from research, design, manufacturing, and sales to construction in a consistent manner. In this project, we leveraged our on-site adjustment capabilities, technical skills, and a network of multi-skilled personnel to achieve smooth construction. Furthermore, due to the trust and experience we have built up over the years with numerous construction achievements in the challenging infrastructure environment of the Tomei Expressway since our founding, we successfully completed this project as the main contractor. Our flagship product, the "Hybrid Joint," is characterized by long-term durability and high water-tightness, and it has been adopted in many bridges. We would like to express our deep gratitude to the client, Central Nippon Expressway Company Limited, our partner companies, and the local residents.

In the fiscal year 2026, various comprehensive construction materials and equipment information magazines have been newly published. In the "Construction Materials and Methods Yearbook" published by the Economic Research Association, our delivery and construction achievement photos have been featured on the cover. Inside, we introduce product information, including a 100-year durable expansion joint, as well as unit prices. Additionally, we have published information in the following industry magazines: ● Estimation Materials ● Estimation Materials Public Price Version ● Base Design Materials ● Materials and Methods Data Sheets ● Construction Methods NETIS By adopting our hybrid joints, the frequency of replacements is reduced due to long-term durability and high water-tightness, leading to lower life cycle costs. This contributes to the longevity of bridges and ultimately strengthens national resilience. We invite you to visit our page in the comprehensive construction materials and equipment information magazines and consider the adoption of hybrid joints.

Thank you very much for your exceptional support as always. As of April 1, 2026, the new fiscal year has begun. This year, we welcomed two new employees, marking a fresh start with an even more vibrant team. Under the fully bloomed cherry blossoms, all employees gathered for a commemorative photo to celebrate the start of the new fiscal year with our new colleagues. All of us are renewing our commitment to our work. Going forward, Crittec Industries will continue to strive to be a company that contributes to the longevity of bridges, focusing on improving our technical capabilities and ensuring quality. We appreciate your continued support and patronage this year as well.

Crittec Industries, a manufacturer of expansion devices for bridges, received the "Chairman's Award of the Shinkin Central Bank" at the "2026 Shinkin Excellent Company Awards" held on March 16, 2026. This award is a system that selects outstanding companies from among the business partners of 23 Shinkin banks in Tokyo. Our company was nominated as a representative of approximately 20,000 business partners of Shiba Shinkin Bank and received the award after a rigorous screening process. The development of the bridge expansion device "Hybrid Joint Type 3LII," which achieves a durability of 100 years, was highly evaluated for its contribution to reducing maintenance costs through lower replacement frequency, as well as its role in mitigating social costs such as traffic regulations. Additionally, our social contribution activities, including the utilization of senior talent, promotion of health management, and the implementation of the experiential learning program "Crittec Academy" for elementary school students, were also comprehensively recognized. With this award as a catalyst, our company will strive for technological innovation and quality improvement aimed at realizing sustainable social infrastructure and creating further value.

Crittec Industries was certified as a "Health Management Excellent Corporation 2026 (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Division)" on March 9. This marks the third consecutive year of certification. There are 162 companies classified under the construction industry in Tokyo, and our company is one of them. The Health Management Excellent Corporation certification system is a program that honors corporations that practice particularly excellent health management based on initiatives that address local health issues and the health promotion efforts promoted by the Japan Health Conference. We will continue to work on creating an environment where all employees can work healthily.

Crittec Industries Co., Ltd. published a newspaper advertisement (black and white, full-page 15 columns) for the bridge expansion device "Hybrid Joint" in the February 26, 2026 issue of the Sankei Shimbun Tohoku 6 Prefectures edition. In Japan, the number of bridges over 50 years old is rapidly increasing, making the longevity of bridges a critical issue. The expansion devices, which are considered a cause of bridge damage, require high water-tightness and long-term durability. Our expansion device "Hybrid Joint" offers multiple types tailored to different bridge types and conditions. Among them, the "Hybrid Joint 3LII type" has demonstrated a durability of 100 years in fatigue loading tests conducted by a third-party organization. It has successfully passed 12 million cycles of repeated loading at a maximum load of 260 kN, confirming performance equivalent to a 100-year design service life for bridges. We have numerous delivery records in the six Tohoku prefectures and can accommodate a wide range of bridge types, including steel and PC bridges. The special website linked to the advertisement allows for the review of detailed materials and inquiries or requests for documents. Please make use of it for comparing and considering bridge renewal and repair plans. Crittec Industries will continue to contribute to the longevity of bridges nationwide, starting with the Tohoku region.

Recently, an article about Crittec Industries' construction achievements was published in the January 1, 2026 issue of the Bridge News. The article highlights a case where, during the concentrated construction of the Meishin Expressway conducted in November 2025, a large finger joint was replaced with our "Hybrid Joint Type 3LII." The background for receiving this construction order was a similar replacement project carried out in 2024 within the jurisdiction of the Kyoto Expressway Office of NEXCO West Japan's Kansai Branch. This construction is noted as the first case in the Kansai Branch area where a large finger joint was replaced with a product joint, and the high evaluation of this achievement led to its adoption in the concentrated construction of the Meishin Expressway. Replacing large finger joints with product joints is a field with few precedents and high technical difficulty, leading many companies to hesitate in responding. In this context, our Hybrid Joint Type 3LII, which possesses reliable technical capabilities and construction achievements, was selected. For any inquiries regarding expansion devices, please consult Crittec Industries.

Happy New Year. We sincerely thank you for your exceptional kindness throughout the past year. With the support of many, Crittec Industries has faced each task sincerely as a manufacturer of expansion devices for bridges and has continued to move forward. 2026 is the Year of the Horse. Just as a horse gallops powerfully, we will build on the technology and experience we have cultivated so far to further improve quality and take on new challenges. With the responsibility of being a company that supports social infrastructure, we will strive to provide safer and more reliable products and services. We will not forget the support we received in 2025, and this year, all of our employees will continue to face challenges positively and sincerely. We kindly ask for your continued guidance and support this year as well.

Crittec Co., Ltd. issued a press release via PR TIMES on May 27, announcing that the durability of their bridge expansion device "Hybrid Joint 3LII" has been officially proven to be equivalent to 100 years by a third-party organization. This press release provides a compelling account of how the 3LII achieves "100-year durability," detailing its history and the passion invested in its development, presented in a fervent narrative style reminiscent of Project X by our company president. This product, which contributes to the realization of long-lasting infrastructure, is attracting significant attention. For more details, please see the news release. ▶PR TIMES "Achieve a Bridge That Lasts 100 Years" - Crittec Co., Ltd. [Hybrid Joint 3LII] Officially Proven 100-Year Durability https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000159021.html

We are pleased to announce that Crittec Industries has received a contract as the main contractor from NEXCO Central Japan! [Project Name] Replacement of Expansion Devices in the Fuji Area of the Tomei Expressway and Others [Tomei] Numazu IC to Shimizu IC [New Tomei] Shin-Fuji IC to Shin-Shimizu IC We will be carrying out the replacement of hybrid joint CF type expansion devices according to NEXCO specifications in the above sections. Unlike our usual work as a first-tier subcontractor, as the main contractor, we will oversee the entire project. We will combine our expertise and prioritize safety to ensure the success of the project.

Crittec Industries has been certified as a "Health Management Excellent Corporation 2025 (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Division)." This marks the second consecutive year of certification following last year. The Health Management Excellent Corporation Certification System is a program that recognizes corporations that practice particularly excellent health management based on initiatives that address local health issues and the health promotion efforts promoted by the Japan Health Conference. We will continue to strive to create an environment where all employees can work healthily.

We are pleased to announce that our technical advisor, Yoshida, has received the "Infrastructure Maintenance Meister Award" at the "2024 Infrastructure Maintenance Awards" hosted by the Japan Society of Civil Engineers. This prestigious award is given to engineers who have made significant contributions to the development of the industry through outstanding achievements in the field of infrastructure maintenance over many years. The award ceremony was held on February 27, 2025, at the Japan Society of Civil Engineers auditorium in Tokyo, where the certificate was presented. Technical advisor Yoshida has demonstrated exceptional technical skills and extensive experience in national projects, such as the replacement of hanger ropes and the introduction of thin-layer pavement at the Honshu-Shikoku Bridge Expressway Authority, as well as vortex vibration countermeasures on the Tokyo Bay Aqualine. He has also contributed to overseas infrastructure maintenance, including technical guidance in Malaysia, thereby promoting international technical exchange. The knowledge and experience that Technical Advisor Yoshida has cultivated over the years have greatly contributed to the enhancement of our company's technical capabilities. He strongly believes that "long-term durability is essential for expansion joints, and the importance of maintenance, such as repairs and replacements, will continue to grow." Our company will also strive to contribute to society in line with the trends of this era.

The telescopic device manufacturer, Crittec Industries, has collaborated with Ohtaka Construction (headquartered in Kurobe City, Toyama Prefecture, with President Sōji Ōhashi) to develop a "simulator for training snow removal operators utilizing virtual space," which was completed in December 2024. Ohtaka Construction has been promoting construction DX by recreating civil engineering sites in the metaverse. Given its headquarters in a heavy snowfall area, the company initiated the development of a simulator aimed at training snow removal operators and requested cooperation from Crittec Industries, with whom they had established a friendly relationship through social media. There were significant challenges in snow removal operations, as there was a risk of damage to the telescopic device from the snowplow's shovel or injury to operators due to sudden stops of the vehicle. Crittec Industries provided supervision to recreate the telescopic device in the metaverse and contributed to building a realistic VR environment by supplying images of the telescopic device equipped with snow removal guidance plates. A realistic VR environment was constructed, akin to actual bridges, replicating weather conditions, poor visibility, and road surface conditions. When the shovel collides with the telescopic device, the impact is transmitted, allowing users to experience a sense of realism and tension. In the future, Ohtaka Construction plans to introduce levers and pedals to the simulator by the end of 2025, developing a type that closely resembles the actual snow removal vehicle.

On February 28th at 21:30, our company president Wakabayashi will appear on Kawasaki FM's "Edako's Venture Roundtable"! As a professional in bridge expansion devices, he will discuss the technology and passion of Crittec Industries! - Broadcast date and time: February 28th (Friday) 21:30 to 22:00 - Broadcasting station: Kawasaki FM (79.1 MHz) We will have a roundtable discussion about the business challenges faced by presidents. Although we are a manufacturer of bridge expansion devices, our company handles research, design, manufacturing, sales, and construction all in one stop. We will talk about business secrets and points we are conscious of in self-branding. 【Note】Kawasaki FM cannot be listened to on radiko. It can be listened to via the smartphone app or the browser "ListenRadio." Unlike radiko, ListenRadio does not allow you to listen to past programs; it is only available for real-time broadcasts. App download ▶ https://listenradio.jp How to listen via browser ▶ Access https://listenradio.jp → Tap "National Radio Stations" → Select "Kawasaki FM" → The program will start at 21:30 on 2/28.

On January 31, 2025, our company was awarded by the Kansai Branch of West Nippon Expressway Company Limited for being an excellent safety business. This award was given in recognition of our safety measures during the replacement work of expansion joints on the Kyoto-Ji Bypass concentrated construction project. I believe this award reflects our high awareness of safety and the technical skills that enable us to achieve it. Encouraged by this recognition, we will continue to strive to be a company that prioritizes safety and contributes to the local community.

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