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E-mech
13th February 2024
Twice the life offered in washing machine bearings

Offering reduced friction, NSK´s heavy-duty BNEQARTET bearings consequently provide double the service life in domestic washing machines and other industrial applications. In line with consumer demand, a recent trend has seen washing machine manufacturers’ move towards larger drum diameters in order to accommodate greater laundry capacities.

Automotive
20th September 2018
Training videos make auto repairs safer

The Automechanika Frankfurt 2018 exhibition marked the unveiling of two comprehensive NSK training videos for garages looking to improve their skills when replacing wheel hub bearings. The videos, which present a clear approach to hub bearing replacement, also offer informative tips to ensure this type of repair is faster, safer and more reliable for customers across Europe.

Automotive
12th September 2018
Steering column offers greater driver safety

A tilt and telescopic steering column with improved collision safety has been developed by NSK thanks to a new design of breakaway structure that improves reliability in an impact situation. In addition, the new unit is lighter for enhanced fuel economy and offers higher vibrational rigidity to improve driver comfort.

Automotive
4th October 2017
Years of innovation provided in high-speed rail bearings

An unwavering goal to maximise safety in high-speed rail travel has led NSK to provide more than half of century of innovations that date back to the very first generation of Shinkansen bullet trains in Japan. Indeed, advanced development programmes have continued apace to the present day. This is because the latest-generation trains are getting even faster, which places yet higher demands on bearing technologies.

Automotive
9th August 2017
NSK gains SNCF homologation for TGV wheelset bearings

The national railway company of France, SNCF, has granted final homologation for the use of NSK wheelset bearings for TGV very high-speed trains. This confirmation is the culmination of a five-year project that has seen NSK engineers liaise closely with SNCF to ensure that exact requirements could be met. Although NSK already received similar approvals in Japan, China and Korea, it is the first time that the company has received a homologati...

Automotive
12th December 2016
Automotive aftermarket strategy drives profits

It has been announced that NSK is to enter into the Independent Automotive Aftermarket (IAM). In order to help the company gain market share as quickly as possible, NSK has developed a carefully structured aftermarket approach strategy that will also ensure its partners and garage owners become more profitable, efficient and effective.

Analysis
21st November 2016
New automotive aftermarket strategy revealed from NSK

NSK has announced its entry into the Independent Automotive Aftermarket (IAM), based on its position as an OEM and first tier supplier. Helping the company gain market share as quickly as possible, NSK has developed a structured aftermarket approach strategy that will also ensure its partners and garage owners become more profitable, efficient and effective.

Events News
20th October 2016
Website unveiled for automotive aftermarket

  NSK is launching a website for the Independent Automotive Aftermarket (IAM), just in time for the Automechanika 2016 exhibition in Francfort. The introduction of this online portal supports the company´s entry into the aftermarket arena.

Optoelectronics
15th September 2016
Laser alignment tools minimise loss with low energy consumption

Laser alignment tools from NSK can now be offered for plants looking to minimise losses and ensure machines gives optimum performance with the lowest energy consumption, as part of its new AIP+ Added Value Programme. The tools have been developed in response to the fact that over 50% of machines run out of alignment, which causes higher loading and lower overall performance. LAS-Set from NSK uses dual line lasers for easy set-up, even at lar...

Renewables
12th September 2016
Optimised bearing solutions for wind turbines in high demand

A selection of products at WindEnergy 2016 will be shown by NSK, whether it’s bearings for the main rotor shaft, main gearbox, pitch and yaw gearbox, oil pump or generator. The event taking place in Hamburg, Germany 27th-30th September is to demonstrate the company’s expertise and decades-long experience in this growing market segment.

Analysis
9th August 2016
Business development in the independent automotive aftermarket

Business development in the independent automotive aftermarket is certainly a priority for NSK, as well as leveraging its status as a long-established company serving OE car manufacturers to overcome the challenges of a highly competitive arena. Able to offer a number of key differentiators, such as an extensive manufacturing footprint, a proven track record in value-added solutions and a trusted network of distribution partners, NSK is look...

Around the Industry
3rd March 2016
NSK´s LIGHBOT guide robot nearing release

In recent months NSK Japan has been working in close conjunction with the Kanagawa Rehabilitation Centre, performing trials of the company´s innovative LIGHBOT autonomous guide robot which features indoor navigation and obstacle avoidance. The product already offers a number of advanced guidance, safety and usability functions, and NSK Japan will now continue its development efforts in readiness for LIGHBOT´s European launch in the au...

Events News
24th August 2015
NSK to exhibit at EMO Milano 2015

  NSK will feature many innovative products at EMO Milano 2015, each offering specific advantages to forward-thinking builders of machine tools, automation systems and materials handling equipment.

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