Non-conforming material on 22 rooftops such as a gymnasium, a subsidiary of Nippon Steel September 4, 22:53
Nippon Steel Engineering Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Nippon Steel, announced that the components used for the roofs of 22 buildings, such as school gymnasiums, did not meet the nationally approved specifications. The company explains that there are no safety issues.
According to NIPPON ENGINEERING, the parts that did not meet the specifications approved by the government were “mechanical joints” that connect roof pipes such as gymnasiums and “turn buckles” that support the roof structure.
Among these, “mechanical joints” were shipped from 2002 to 2017, and “turnbuckles” were shipped from 2006 to 2017. 22 buildings including domestic schools and municipal gymnasiums. It was used for the roof.
Although the inspection and quality control methods were different from the national certification, the company explained that the company received an evaluation from a third-party organization that there were no safety problems.
In addition, we explain to building owners individually, but we do not announce the locations and names of 22 buildings.
Nippon Steel Engineering has decided to re-certify the national government. “I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and concern of our customers and those involved. Quality control will not occur in the future. We will make every effort and ensure thorough legal compliance. ”
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism instructed measures to prevent recurrence
The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism explained to Nippon Steel Engineering carefully to the owners of gymnasiums, etc., and instructed them to investigate the cause and take measures to prevent recurrence.