Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corp

Nippon Sanso Holdings Corporation is a prominent industrial gas manufacturer based in Tokyo, Japan, with operations spanning Japan, the United States, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. The company operates through five segments: gas business in Japan, the United States, Europe, Asia and Oceania, and its Thermos business. It provides a wide range of gases, including oxygen, nitrogen, argon, carbon dioxide, and specialty gases, along with gas-related and electronics-related equipment. The industrial gases division serves various sectors, including steelmaking, chemicals, automotive, and healthcare, supplying essential medical products. Additionally, Nippon Sanso manufactures housewares, such as vacuum-insulated bottles. Founded in 1910 and formerly known as Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation, the company rebranded in October 2020 and is a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation.

Mr. Kobayashi

Head of the Corporate Office of Innovation

6 past transactions

Coregas

Acquisition in 2024
Coregas designs and supplies compressed gases and cryogenic liquids for industrial, medical, and specialty applications. The company manufactures and distributes a range of gases including acetylene, helium, hydrogen, nitrogen, and other industrial and medical gases, as well as bulk liquids. It serves customers in automotive, manufacturing, healthcare, and pharmaceuticals sectors, and provides services such as account management, delivery and collection, supply management, technical and engineering support, and overseas export.

Zeda

Private Equity Round in 2023
Zeda, formerly known as PrinterPrezz and Vertex Manufacturing, is a technology solutions company based in Fremont, California. Established in 2017, Zeda specializes in advanced manufacturing technologies, particularly in the fields of additive manufacturing, nanotechnology, and precision manufacturing. The company develops and manufactures innovative medical devices, such as the GAIA™ Lumbar Interbody Fusion Device, and provides essential tools including 3D printing machines, manipulation software, and scanners. Zeda serves highly regulated industries, including medical, aerospace, space, and defense, with a mission to enhance lives through the integration of groundbreaking technologies and innovative ideas. Its commitment to fostering collaboration and incubating new concepts positions Zeda as a leader in its sector.

Zeda

Debt Financing in 2023
Zeda, formerly known as PrinterPrezz and Vertex Manufacturing, is a technology solutions company based in Fremont, California. Established in 2017, Zeda specializes in advanced manufacturing technologies, particularly in the fields of additive manufacturing, nanotechnology, and precision manufacturing. The company develops and manufactures innovative medical devices, such as the GAIA™ Lumbar Interbody Fusion Device, and provides essential tools including 3D printing machines, manipulation software, and scanners. Zeda serves highly regulated industries, including medical, aerospace, space, and defense, with a mission to enhance lives through the integration of groundbreaking technologies and innovative ideas. Its commitment to fostering collaboration and incubating new concepts positions Zeda as a leader in its sector.

South 8 Technologies

Series A in 2022
South 8 Technologies, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of lithium batteries and electrochemical capacitors utilizing an innovative liquefied gas electrolyte known as LiGas. Founded in 2015, South 8's LiGas technology addresses critical safety concerns associated with traditional lithium-ion batteries, effectively reducing fire risk and enabling operation across a wide temperature range of -60 to 60 °C. The LiGas electrolyte enhances energy density, supports fast charging, and is compatible with existing battery materials, making it a cost-effective solution for manufacturers. South 8's battery products, including the Arctic LiGas 18650 cell, cater to a diverse array of applications, including electric vehicles, energy storage, and sectors such as aerospace and defense. The company holds 23 patents in multiple jurisdictions, reflecting its commitment to innovation and advancing the capabilities of battery technology.

3D Printing Corporation

Series B in 2021
3D Printing Corporation provides end-to-end 3D printing services from design to manufacturing and maintenance, and develops 3D printing technologies to integrate printing into existing manufacturing workflows. It offers consulting and printer selection services, along with manufacturing infrastructure solutions, to support customers and agencies, with a focus on enabling the Japanese manufacturing industry to overcome obstacles in 3D printing operations.

Velo3D

Series D in 2020
Velo3D specializes in metal laser sintering 3D printing technology for industrial applications. It offers the Sapphire Printer system, Flow software for print preparation, and Assure for quality assurance. Serving contract manufacturing, aviation/aerospace, energy, and industrial sectors, Velo3D enables support-free metal printing.
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