[Komatsu Matere Co., Ltd.] Lightweight, heat-blocking parasol “Higassan(TM)” made by a chemical material manufacturer is now on sale
Komatsu Matere Co., Ltd. Press release: July 1, 2025 Lightweight, heat-blocking parasol “Higassan(TM)” made by chemical material manufacturer now on sale -Using proprietary material developed using thin-film coating technology-
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11928/83/11928-83-f8db27689fb1953606d61c6b19eb193b-1754×939.jpg Komatsu Matere Co., Ltd. (Head office: Nomi City, Ishikawa Prefecture, Representative: Daisuke Nakayama) will release the “Higassan(TM)” umbrella for both rain and shine on Friday, July 4th. The umbrella is lightweight, compact, and slim, yet provides heat insulation and a UV (ultraviolet ray) cut rate and shading rate of over 99%. The fabric of ordinary parasols tends to be thicker to provide functionality, which makes the umbrella heavier and wider when folded. However,
“Higassan(TM)” uses a thin-film heat-shielding coating material made possible by our proprietary technology, allowing us to create a lightweight, compact, and slim parasol while maintaining
functionality, including heat insulation. As a chemical material manufacturer, we will continue to expand the possibilities of our materials by selling “Higassan(TM)” as our own original product. While maintaining its high performance, it is lightweight and slim, making it easy to carry. Generally, the umbrella fabric used for heat-shielding parasols is heavy and thick in order to enhance its functionality, such as heat insulation. On the other hand, the umbrella fabric used for “Higassan(TM)” is thinner and lighter than the materials used for general heat-shielding parasols. Our advanced proprietary technology has made it possible to reduce the weight of the umbrella body and make it slimmer when folded while maintaining each functionality, including heat insulation. In addition, some of the ribs of the “Higassan(TM)” umbrella are made of carbon, and the weight of the umbrella itself is about 140g per umbrella, which is lighter than a smartphone, and the diameter when folded is about 4cm, so it is light and not bulky even when put in a bag, making it ideal for carrying around. Despite its compact size, the diameter when opened is large at about 98cm, allowing it to cover a wide area of sunlight.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11928/83/11928-83-6fe3e5848b2d0603d1fa73974d688889-2999×2000.jpg “Higassan(TM)” is slimmer and more compact than other umbrellas with similar heat-blocking properties.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11928/83/11928-83-dd52fba5975c16724dcbdb1adbe1e31f-2999×2000.jpg Umbrella fabric is made of our special material with high heat insulation properties “Higassan(TM)” uses a thin-film heat-insulating coating material made with Komatsu Matere’s proprietary technology. The fabric is coated with a special ultra-thin silver coating, approximately 0.03 mm thick, which blocks heat from the sun. Test data shows that the heat shielding rate is 50% in a heat shielding test (JIS L1951) using a representative fabric sample. This is much higher than the 35% that is generally considered the standard for heat shielding. *1) The heat shielding rate is a measured value, not a guaranteed value. *2) Based on the standards of the Japan Umbrella Promotion Council.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11928/83/11928-83-97681c14bea9f2fb62da5225dfc53f8b-3900×2194.jpg Heat-shielding coating material using unique technology
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11928/83/11928-83-a41e408943ae79cab8a92c532e3305db-761×261.jpg Comparative experiment of heat shielding using artificial solar lighting (QTEC Fukui Testing Center General Incorporated Foundation No. 25FI-080018-2 Umbrella heat shielding evaluation test
(Thermography taken after 30 minutes of irradiation) *This data is the result of a test measured under a specific environment and does not guarantee the heat shielding effect. *The above performance varies depending on the color of the fabric.
Over 99% UV protection and shading rate Higassan(TM)’s heat-shielding coating fabric has a UV protection and shading rate of over 99%※3, blocking out the strong sunlight in the summer. ※3) Measurements for fabric alone.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11928/83/11928-83-cb4543b2ad2edfe6ef2b7c1497422bfe-3900×1256.jpg Comparison of light blocking properties when shining a penlight on it Higassan(TM) is your new summer partner on rainy days and sunny days. “Higassan(TM)” is intended to be used by men who have never used a parasol before, and to help them overcome the harsh summer sun. Of course, it can also be used as a rain umbrella. It is lightweight and compact, so it is naturally recommended for women as well. It is light and not bulky even when put in a bag, so it is easy to carry around on rainy days and sunny days, and can be used as a new partner in the summer. “Higassan(TM)” made by chemical material manufacturer Komatsu Matere will be sold at our online store and directly managed stores. The price is 4,900 yen (excluding tax) and it comes in two colors: black and silver.
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About Komatsu Matere Co., Ltd. Komatsu Matere Co., Ltd. is a chemical material manufacturer founded in 1943. We also supply materials to top international brands, and our business spans a wide range of fields, from the clothing sector, such as fashion and sports, to materials sectors such as medical, construction and electrical materials, as well as cutting-edge materials focused on environmentally friendly materials such as carbon fiber and ultra-foam ceramic building materials. 【Company Profile】 Company name: Komatsu Matere Co., Ltd. Head office location: 167 Hamacho Nu, Nomi City, Ishikawa Prefecture Representative Director and President: Daisuke Nakayama Established: 1943 (Showa 18) HP: https://www.komatsumatere.co.jp/ *This email has been sent automatically, so please do not reply.
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