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Launch of the new specification of the buckling-restrained brace “B-UP Brace”

The new specification of the “B-UP Brace” was launched on 10 November 2026. The upper limit for yield axial force was expanded from the previous 3,000kN to up to 6,000kN, enabling use in buildings subject to heavy loads, such as large warehouses.

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Direction
Improvement
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Scale
6000
kN (maximum yield axial force)
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Announced details

B-UP BraceBase Pack systemSelect BaseShear Side Plus (seismic reinforcement product)
Applicable field (uses covered by this announcement)
Seismic resistance of small and medium-sized buildingsLarge warehouses, including logistics facilitiesSeismic and structural equipment for buildings
Launch date10 November 2026 (launch, actual)
What the company reported numerically
Quantitative Effects

Yield axial force expanded from the previous 3,000kN to up to 6,000kN. The length of the central steel member is specified in 250mm increments, enabling short lead times. Improvements in construction accuracy and reductions in construction costs are expected.

Relationship between the counterparty and the company
OKABE CO.,LTD.5959
Relationship with the Company

OKABE CO.,LTD. has standardized the unbonded brace sold by Nippon Steel Engineering Co., Ltd. and is marketing it as the B-UP Brace. Capital and personnel relationships are not disclosed.

CounterpartyNippon Steel Engineering Co., Ltd.

A company that sells unbonded braces. Other information, including its location, representative, capital and year established, is not disclosed.

In this announcement the company addresses none of Contract Value / Offering price / Impact on Business Performance.

Announced details
ItemDetails
Names of Products / Services CoveredB-UP Brace, Base Pack system, Select Base, Shear Side Plus (seismic reinforcement product)
CounterpartyNippon Steel Engineering Co., Ltd.
Counterparty overviewA company that sells unbonded braces. Other information, including its location, representative, capital and year established, is not disclosed.
Relationship with the CompanyOKABE CO.,LTD. has standardized the unbonded brace sold by Nippon Steel Engineering Co., Ltd. and is marketing it as the B-UP Brace. Capital and personnel relationships are not disclosed.
Launch date10 November 2026 (launch, actual)
Applicable areaSeismic resistance of small and medium-sized buildings, Large warehouses, including logistics facilities, Seismic and structural equipment for buildings
Quantitative EffectsYield axial force expanded from the previous 3,000kN to up to 6,000kN. The length of the central steel member is specified in 250mm increments, enabling short lead times. Improvements in construction accuracy and reductions in construction costs are expected.
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Contract ValueOffering priceContract DateAward/certification nameAwarding / certifying bodyRegistration number and expiry dateLocationLocation scaleUsage historyImpact on Business PerformanceSource

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The reasons the company gives

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Demand for the construction of large warehouses, including logistics facilities, is increasing, creating demand for components capable of withstanding greater loads.

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