Hosokawa Micron 

Hosokawa Micron Corporation, founded in 1916 and headquartered in Hirakata, Japan, is a global provider of advanced process solutions specializing in powder and particle technology, blown film production, and confectionery systems. The company engineers, manufactures, and markets sophisticated equipment for various powder and particle processing applications, including grinding, classification, mixing, drying, particle modification, agglomeration, compaction, containment, clean air management, and analytical measurement. These solutions are offered under well-known brand names such as Alpine, Stott, Vitalair, Mikro, Micron, and Vrieco-Nauta. Hosokawa Micron is also actively involved in developing nanoparticle technology for new material innovation and supplies environmental protection equipment, dust and product recovery systems, and precise atmospheric control apparatus. In addition to its equipment offerings, the company provides specialized toll processing and contract manufacturing services to the chemical, ceramics, and mineral sectors. Within the blown film industry, it supplies complete film blowing and orientation lines, as well as critical extrusion components like extruders, dies, winders, and haul-offs. Their product range also includes ancillary equipment such as treaters, blenders, gravimetric systems, air chillers, and steel support structures. Beyond industrial solutions, Hosokawa Micron has diversified into personal care, developing the NanoCrysphere skincare product and the NanoImpact scalp care series.