Manufacturer profile

NSK

Bearings, ball screws and precision motion components

Manufacturer overview

NSK was established in Tokyo, Japan, in 1916 and remains headquartered there. It began bearing production during Japan's industrial modernization and developed into a manufacturer serving both industrial machinery and automotive applications. Its company history distinguishes the 1916 incorporation from an earlier limited-partnership predecessor.

The portfolio includes bearings, ball screws and precision machinery components, alongside automotive products. Ball-screw development and the Megatorque motor family illustrate the extension from rolling bearings into controlled motion and factory automation. NSK's distinction is this connection between friction reduction and precision positioning, rather than a bearing-only identity. For industrial distributors, the range is relevant to both machine maintenance and motion-system procurement. Exact part references and operating requirements remain essential when identifying the intended bearing or precision component.

Known for

  • Industrial and automotive bearings
  • Ball screws
  • Precision motion components
  • Megatorque motors

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Research checked October 8, 2026. Manufacturer information and product ranges may change.

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