GU Student Team Wins the Gold Prize in the "Press Die Division" at the 18th Student Die & Mold Grand Prix.

Gifu University student team received both the Gold Prize and the GOOD Formed Product Award in the Press Die Division at the 18th Student Die & Mold Grand Prix (organized by the Japan Die & Mold Industry Association).

The Student Die & Mold Grand Prix is a competition in which students who study die and mold manufacturing exhibit molds and formed samples that they have designed and fabricated themselves and present their efforts from design through processing to forming. This year marked the 18th edition of the event.

The competition was held from April 15 to 17, 2026 at INTEX Osaka as part of "INTERMOLD 2026," where exhibition booths were set up to showcase the molds created by students. Since employees from private companies were free to visit the booths and interact with the students, the event provided a valuable opportunity to discuss challenges and innovations in real-world manufacturing.

On Tuesday, May 12, following the award, the student team and their supervisors visited President YOSHIDA Kazuhiro at the Office of the President to report their achievement. The participating students commented, "By repeatedly devising ways to maximize functionality within limited space, we were able to achieve both miniaturization of the mold and high production efficiency." In response, President Yoshida praised them, saying, "Manufacturing is one of Gifu University's strengths, and I am proud that you have won the Gold Prize in this field. I hope you will continue to refine your knowledge and skills and contribute to manufacturing in the Tokai region."

Gifu University will continue to promote education and research in the field of manufacturing while supporting students in their challenges and growth.