The Systems, Technology, and Innovation: Taiwan-Japan Practical Forum on Bicycle Standard was held successfully on September 17 in Taichung. The event was hosted by the Cycling and Health Tech Industry R&D Center (CHC), co-organized by the Japan Bicycle Promotion Institute (JBPI) and the partner Wheel Giant Inc. The forum was held under the Core Foundation of International Cooperation Project, and funded by the Department of Industrial Technology, Ministry of Economic Affairs (DoIT, MOEA), marking a significant milestone in cross-border collaboration between Taiwan and Japan's cycling industries.
The forum featured presentations by Mr. Ichiro Sugitani, a leading expert from JBPI and ISO/TC149, and Mr. Shi-Chung Tsai, Deputy Manager of CHC’s Testing Department, offering insights into the latest developments in global standards and testing capabilities.
In the morning session, Mr. Sugitani delivered two keynote presentations: "The ISO Standard Development Procedures and ISO/TC149 Status,” and “Trends in bicycle standards around the world, including Japan.” His talks provided an in-depth understanding of the international standards development process and the current landscape of ISO and EN standards for bicycles. He also addressed regional EPAC (Electrically Power Assisted Cycles) standards and battery safety issues—critical knowledge for Taiwanese manufacturers aiming to stay aligned with international regulations. In the afternoon, Mr. Sugitani continued with a session titled “Technical Experience Sharing: Enabling industry R&D to align with international standards,” covering how R&D can apply an international standards thinking approach, the evolution of ISO 4210, and fatigue testing for bicycle frames. This was followed by a presentation by CHC’s Shi-Chung Tsai, who introduced CHC’s advanced testing technologies and X-Ray applications, showcasing the center’s capabilities in product verification and innovative testing.
The International Technical Symposium strengthened technical exchanges between Taiwan and Japan, demonstrating the key role and development of international standards in shaping the future of the bicycle industry.
