Yamada Homes Achieves MLIT Certification with New High-Performance Shear Wall 'DAN Panel' Offering 4.9x Strength, Combining Superior Seismic Resistance and Design Flexibility
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- Yamada Homes Achieves MLIT Certification with New High-Performance Shear Wall 'DAN Panel' Offering 4.9x Strength, Combining Superior Seismic Resistance and Design Flexibility
- Yamada Homes, part of the Yamada Holdings Group, has developed the 'DAN Panel,' a proprietary shear wall with a wall multiplier of 4.9, certified by Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT). Set to launch in June 2026, it will be integrated into the company's flagship custom home line, RASIO, delivering both exceptional seismic performance and open, flexible floor plans.
- Source: PR TIMES
- Date: Wed Jun 17 2026 20:00:02 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)
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Yamada Homes, part of the Yamada Holdings Group, has developed the 'DAN Panel,' a proprietary shear wall with a wall multiplier of 4.9, certified by Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT). Set to launch in June 2026, it will be integrated into the company's flagship custom home line, RASIO, delivering both exceptional seismic performance and open, flexible floor plans.
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- Yamada Homes Achieves MLIT Certification with New High-Performance Shear Wall 'DAN Panel' Offering 4.9x Strength, Combining Superior Seismic Resistance and Design Flexibility (Wed Jun 17 2026 20:00:02 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)), PR TIMES
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Yamada Homes, part of the Yamada Holdings Group, has developed the 'DAN Panel,' a proprietary shear wall with a wall multiplier of 4.9, certified by Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT). Set to launch in June 2026, it will be integrated into the company's flagship custom home line, RASIO, delivering both exceptional seismic performance and open, flexible floor plans.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the DAN Panel?
- A: The DAN Panel is a shear wall developed by Yamada Homes with a 4.9 wall multiplier, combining high seismic resistance and layout flexibility. It has received MLIT certification.
- Q: How strong is the DAN Panel seismically?
- A: With a 4.9x wall multiplier and Seismic Grade 3 performance, it withstands repeated earthquakes and maintains durability without seismic dampers.
- Q: When will the DAN Panel be introduced?
- A: Starting June 2026, it will be added to Yamada Homes' flagship custom home line, RASIO.
- Q: What does the name 'DAN Panel' mean?
- A: It stands for protecting family togetherness (DAN), strength (Dynamic), shock absorption (Absorb), and a nurturing home (Nest).
- Q: How is the DAN Panel manufactured?
- A: Produced in-house with sub-1mm precision, insulation is pre-installed at the factory, ensuring stable quality and high thermal performance (Grade 6 equivalent).