Advanex Inc. manufactures and sells precision springs in Japan and internationally. Its product lineup includes wire springs (compression, extension, torsion, conical, and wire forming), flat springs (precision presses, multi formings, forging presses, and insert collars), deep drawings, insert moldings, spring assemblies, and standard products such as tangles inserts, tangles inserts kits, LockOne, and instant lock products. It also offers HEATNEX, a heat-generating material. The company was formerly known as Kato Spring Works Co., Ltd. and changed its name to Advanex Inc. in July 2001. Founded in 1930, it is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.