Technical Articles
THK America, Inc. has published these technical articles:
(Linear and Rotary Motion Components)
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The rapid evolution of technology in recent years has spurred the development of new applications for magnetic fields in a variety of industries, ranging from medical devices like MRI machines to...
(Process Controllers)
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Quality tests are an important factor in the decision to buy a part, yet the details behind the testing process can be difficult to grasp. Understanding the terminology involved and placing results in...
(Business Applications)
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Missed deadlines, our-of-line pricing, and issues on the assembly line may seem to be completely isolated issues at first glance. However, when an organization takes a detailed look at their...
(Linear and Rotary Motion Components)
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THK's history of becoming "The Pioneer in Linear Motion" began in 1972 with the machine-tool industry, when THK became the first company in the world to develop and commercialize LM Guides. Read to...
(Business Applications)
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When your supply chain is functioning smoothly, it seems that mistakes and interpersonal friction are non-existent. However, misalignment between your design, purchasing, and operations departments...
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Each year sees shifts in the marketplace as new suppliers enter and existing ones change. Making sure that your strategic relationships are with the right organizations is crucial to the success of...
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As low-priced products from emerging economies enter the market, it can be tempting to purchase cheaper components. Unfortunately, lower prices often come with lower quality, and the up-fron reduction...
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In How to Define Your Value in the Marketplace you will learn the importance of selecting the right solution versus a part with the lowest sticker price, and how to select a vendor that aligns with...
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When key suppliers miss their deadlines, a lack of materials could cause a manufacturer to experience a decline in cash flow, missed shipments to customers, and a drop in quality due to subpar...
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With the industrial machine industry constantly evolving due to robotics and other advances, meeting new demands can seem to be a logical nightmare - not to mention put serious strain on your...
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Maximizing Efficiencies on the Supply Chain - Starting with the Source shares how your organization can minimize the common risks found in supply chain management, by focusing on the source, Utilizing...
(Linear and Rotary Motion Components)
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Constructing a machine takes multiple processes that all need to be executed reliably and efficiently in order to be successful. From purchasing to assembly, each step is critical but can be doomed to...
(Linear Actuators)
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Constructing a machine takes multiple processes that all need to be executed reliably and efficiently in order to be successful. From purchasing to assembly, each step is critical but can be doomed to...
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Avoiding errors in a complex process such as machine design may seem impossible. A seemingly minor error made early in the process can have a major impact to your bottom line once the design hits the...
(Bearings and Bushings)
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Medical robotics is a relatively new field. In a short period of time, the market for surgical robots and other medical robots has grown considerably with organizations like Seed Solutions paving the...
(Robotics)
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Our Case Study THK: Shaping the Future of Service Robotics shares how the robot revolution is impacting everyday life and creating new opportunities for robotics manufacturers. Learn the factors that...
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Centralized stocking is a widely adopted concept, yet many businesses only apply it to components of their products, leaving out components involved with their production equipment. Those same...
(Linear Actuators)
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When it comes to materials, the biggest challenges faced by the aviation industry are developing materials that are lightweight, strong, and durable and controlling production costs. As fuel...
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Finding and retaining good engineering talent has been a perennial challenge for manufacturers, but today's crop of freshly minted engineering grads differ from those who have come before them. They...
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As more and more discount suppliers are entering the global economy, the availability of a "low-cost" solution may seem like a dream come true. However, currency fluctuations and high shipping costs...
(Robotics)
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As the world's largest supplier with opportunities for quick customizations and fast turnaround time, THK has been instrumental in sustaining surgical robotics practices....
(Specialized Industrial Products)
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We are getting closer to achieving a world straight out of a movie scene, where people work side by side with humanlike robots as their colleagues. AI is already being employed in the digital realm,...
(Machine Tool Accessories)
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been critical to maintain an adequate supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) to help mitigate the spread of the virus and keep people safe. To keep up with...
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Innovations involving high-tech production technology and the "Internet of Things" have allowed manufacturers to stay competitive in the face of globalization, rising wages, valatile materials prices,...
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Engineering and purchasing departments at many manufacturing companies have different ideas about success. Both want it, but they use different criteria to measure it, which can lead to disconnections...
(Linear Actuators)
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The THK Linear Actuator KR Series is a pre-assembled integrated solution combining LM Guides, ball screws, and support units, achieving 66% reduction in cross-sectional dimensions and 31% weight...
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Selecting a vendor for your product offerings can have a huge impact on your production line. However, the impact that your vendors can have on all other areas of your business is often overlooked....
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When choosing suppliers and components, it's not enough to look solely at the bottom line. Using the right suppliers can improve value and ultimately achieve higher quality without sacrificing...
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A strong supply chain is the foundation of any manufacturing business, yet many organizations overlook the importance of their supplier's supply chain. If a business partner is unable to provide parts...
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Managing your workforce can be challenging. With a shrinking available labor force, tightened budgets and shortened timelines there's constant pressure to optimize your teams and processes. How can...
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For global business environments, outsourcing or offshoring supply chains are a common tactic used for keeping costs down. While this can be effective initially, using this approach can often present...