THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173
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New BSM Ball Screw Available with Maximum Speed of 5,000 RPM
Overall length and increased number of loaded circuits ensures optimum rigidity. Utilizes circulation structure and a large lead to meet high-speed performance demands. Available with screw shaft outer diameters ranging from 36mm to 63mm.
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THK Develops New LM Guide Accuracy Standards to Accommodate Increased Application Demands
Schaumburg, IL - (September 5, 2006) To meet a wide range of application requirements, THK has developed new accuracy standards. The accuracy grades created by THK in 1973 have been adopted as the Global Standard. After 30 years, THK's manufacturing capability has improved the accuracy standards of LM Guides. In addition to revising specifications, THK has added two new accuracy standards (Ct7...
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Linear Motion Products suit variety of applications.
Linear Motion Products utilize ceramic rails, blocks, and balls, contributing to non-magnetic characteristics and expanding range of applications. Ceramic components, as well as use of titanium stoppers and resin circulation parts, result in lightweight overall product and eliminate possibility of corrosion. Ceramic products are strong enough for chemical environments and suitable for...
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Compact Roller Ring is designed for rigidity.
Type RU Roller Ring features double-row roller structure and integrated inner and outer rings that contribute to design rigidity. Use of small rollers minimizes differential slip and torque required for rotation. To facilitate installation, product features mounting holes on inner and outer rings. Housings and presser flanges are not required, and few assembly parts are needed. Design...
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Ball Splines enable smooth motion in vertical applications.
With balls embedded in external nut for conveying torque while making smooth linear motion in spline shaft groove, Types SLS/SLF systems incorporate Caged Technology, which employs synthetic resin cage with curvature cradling each ball and separating it from next. Spaces between rolling elements retain grease, acting as lubrication system for long-term, maintenance-free operation. Devices feature...
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Linear Motion Guide offers oil-free operation.
Solid Lubrication System S-Coating Series LM Guides are suited for use from atmospheric pressure to vacuum of 10-6 Pa. Guide features adhesive-resistant and wear-resistant solid lubricant applied via deposition method optimized for circular arc contact structure.
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Linear Motion Guide operates in medium to low vacuum.
With medium to low vacuum lubrication system, LM Guide features stainless steel construction, vacuum grease and special seals, and is designed for use in environments from atmospheric pressure to vacuum of 10-3 Pa. Stainless steel and heat resistant resin allow LM guide to withstand operating temperatures up to 150-ºC, with peak of 200-ºC.
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Linear Motion Guides feature long block design.
With block lengths starting from size 9-15, Series SRS-N provides dynamic load rating of 3.48 kN and static load rating of 3.34 kN. Caged Technology employs synthetic resin cage with curvature that cradles each ball and separates it from next. Spaces between rolling elements retain grease and act as lubrication system for long-term, maintenance-free operation. Other benefits include minimized...
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Linear Actuator is designed for servo applications.
Reaching speeds to 16.4 fps and accelerations to 5 g, compact TY Series Linear Actuators integrate Type SHS LM guide and QZ lubricator for maintenance-free operation. Actuators provide standardized planetary gearboxes in 3:1, 5:1 and 9:1 ratios for optimum load inertia matching. Utility hardware allows construction of multi-axis systems and facilitates use of variety of drive input shaft...
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Alignment Stage features open-frame design.
With table size of 1,500 x 1,500 mm, Type CMX incorporates X-Y module design, where 4 hollow modules are sandwiched between, and at each corner of base plate and top table. Each module contains pre-loaded Cross LM Guide Type CSR for XY table motion, as well as Cross Roller Ring that couples XY motion of each module to top table. Large openings allow access from top and bottom. Stage produces...
Read More »THK Celebrates 50 Years of Providing Innovate Linear Motion Products
Schaumburg, IL – As the pioneers in linear motion products, THK has introduced innovations in high-quality, precision motion components for the past five decades, setting the benchmark for the industry. In 1971, THK was established in Meguro-ku, Tokyo, under its first name, Toho Seiko Co., Ltd. In 1972, THK became the first company in the world to develop a method of linear motion with rolling...
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New BSM Ball Screw Available with Maximum Speed of 5,000 RPM
Overall length and increased number of loaded circuits ensures optimum rigidity. Utilizes circulation structure and a large lead to meet high-speed performance demands. Available with screw shaft outer diameters ranging from 36mm to 63mm.
Read More »Hebron, Ohio Plant and MVPvets Sponsorship Highlight THK Commitment to U.S. Market
Schaumburg, IL - THK America, Inc. is committed to serving the U.S. market. For nearly 25 years, the world leader in linear motion guides has been manufacturing components in the United States at their Hebron, Ohio facility. This year, the manufacturer joined forces with MVPvets in assisting, preparing and transitioning military veterans for meaningful employment. More than 70% of THK components...
Read More »THK Expands Manufacturing Plants and Automated Processes in Response to LM Guide Demand
Schaumburg, IL – THK is taking major steps to meet the growing worldwide demand for linear motion products. In fact, as the world leader in linear motion guides, THK has recently invested over a half-billion dollars in new brick and mortar facilities that will increase floor space for their global manufacturing operations to just under 10.5 million square feet. In the United States alone, THK...
Read More »THK's U.S. Production Facility (TMA) Earns AMT Eligibility
Schaumburg, IL - (February 16, 2007) THK Manufacturing of America, Inc. (TMA), (Hebron, Ohio) has earned prestigious Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT) member status. THK's U.S. manufacturing facility also celebrates its 10th anniversary of manufacturing high quality THK products in the U.S. THK, through its manufacturing of actuators and related products, met the AMT's requirement of...
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THK Develops New LM Guide Accuracy Standards to Accommodate Increased Application Demands
Schaumburg, IL - (September 5, 2006) To meet a wide range of application requirements, THK has developed new accuracy standards. The accuracy grades created by THK in 1973 have been adopted as the Global Standard. After 30 years, THK's manufacturing capability has improved the accuracy standards of LM Guides. In addition to revising specifications, THK has added two new accuracy standards (Ct7...
Read More »
Linear Motion Products suit variety of applications.
Linear Motion Products utilize ceramic rails, blocks, and balls, contributing to non-magnetic characteristics and expanding range of applications. Ceramic components, as well as use of titanium stoppers and resin circulation parts, result in lightweight overall product and eliminate possibility of corrosion. Ceramic products are strong enough for chemical environments and suitable for...
Read More »
Compact Roller Ring is designed for rigidity.
Type RU Roller Ring features double-row roller structure and integrated inner and outer rings that contribute to design rigidity. Use of small rollers minimizes differential slip and torque required for rotation. To facilitate installation, product features mounting holes on inner and outer rings. Housings and presser flanges are not required, and few assembly parts are needed. Design...
Read More »
Ball Splines enable smooth motion in vertical applications.
With balls embedded in external nut for conveying torque while making smooth linear motion in spline shaft groove, Types SLS/SLF systems incorporate Caged Technology, which employs synthetic resin cage with curvature cradling each ball and separating it from next. Spaces between rolling elements retain grease, acting as lubrication system for long-term, maintenance-free operation. Devices feature...
Read More »THK Developes New LM Guide Accuracy Standards To Accommodate Increased Application Demands
Schaumburg, IL - (September 5, 2006) To meet a wide range of application requirements, THK has developed new accuracy standards. The accuracy grades created by THK in 1973 have been adopted as the Global Standard. After 30 years, THK's manufacturing capability has improved the accuracy standards of LM Guides. In addition to revising specifications, THK has added two new accuracy standards (Ct7...
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