NISSAN ARC, LTD. was established in December 1990, with capital provided by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and 33 major affiliated vehicle and part manufacturers. In recent years, materials technology has advanced at an unprecedented pace. In today's changing world, however, improvements in functionality and cost-effectiveness alone are not enough. Issues that affect the global community, such as the efficient use of natural resources and the alleviation of environmental effects,must also be considered. Furthermore, while high-quality, complex parts are in increasing demand, there is also a need for simplification. Precision analytical techniques that meet this need will be increasingly important in the future. We are determined to meet the challenges of the coming era by continually improving our technology through innovative R&D. We also intend to further enhance our range of quality services. In orer to achieve this objective, we ask for your ongoing support.