Online training module for continuous casting now available at NSK academy

The popular NSK academy online platform now features a new training module: continuous casting. Added to the steels & metals section of the portal, the latest module will appeal to anyone involved in specifying bearings to withstand the harsh working environments found in continuous casting applications. As with all training modules available at NSK academy, […]

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NSK reduces machine tool quadrant glitches during circular interpolation

The occurrence of machine tool quadrant glitches during circular interpolation routines are an established issue. Thanks to innovation from NSK, it is possible to mitigate the effects of this unwanted phenomenon. In a world-first, new NSK technology is able to stabilise friction whenever the ball screw reverses the direction of motion, significantly reducing the propensity […]

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Training and professional tools extend bearing service life

A manufacturer of polystyrene-based insulating products was experiencing frequent failures in the bearings of conveyors which link its machines. However, relatively easy control of the situation arrived following a hands-on NSK training course for maintenance personnel and the adoption of the correct bearing mounting tools. To what extent does the correct mounting of bearings have […]

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Agriculture sector can boost drive-train reliability with NSK bearings

Drive-train solutions for vehicles and machines in the agriculture industry must meet a variety of performance demands that typically centre on high torque and high loads. Bearings for transmissions, differentials and prop shafts must therefore offer the highest levels of reliability and service life. NSK, based on decades of experience in supplying bearings for automotive […]

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Große Lasten schnell und zuverlässig bewegen: NSKLinearführungen in Werkzeugmaschinen von MCM

Seit dreißig Jahren setzt der italienische Werkzeugmaschinenbauer MCM Spa auf Antriebskomponenten und –systeme von NSK. Jüngstes Beispiel für die erfolgreiche Zusammenarbeit ist der Einsatz der NH-Linearführungen in einer neuen Baureihe von vertikalen Werkzeugwechselmagazinen und Mehrpalettensystemen. MCM – die Abkürzung steht für Machining Centers Manufacturing – startete 1978 in Piacenza/ Italien und lieferte ein Jahr später […]

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NSK builds on 30-year MCM partnership with new project success

Successful engineering partnerships are dependent upon many factors, not least trust, innovation, class-leading quality, technical excellence and comprehensive support. By way of example, these building blocks have provided the foundation for a strong 30-year partnership between NSK and leading machine-tool builder MCM Spa. Together, the companies have brought to market a number of innovations for […]

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NSK training resolves bearing failures at steel plant

Unaware that rod mill chocks had been fitted with the incorrect spacers, maintenance technicians at the plant of a steel manufacturer were facing regular bearing failures and the need to source high-cost urgent replacements. However, the intervention of NSK – via best-practice training sessions – soon resolved the issue, delivering impressive annual savings of €46,190. […]

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