nsk

NSK Ltd. is a Japanese multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and markets bearings and precision machinery. The company produces rolling bearings, plain bearings, linear motion systems, and automotive components, serving automotive, industrial, and consumer markets worldwide. In addition to bearings, NSK develops related precision products such as linear guides, ball screws, and mechatronic systems.

History and scope

NSK traces its origins to Nippon Seiko Kabushiki Kaisha, established in 1916 in Tokyo. Over the decades it expanded from bearings into broader precision machinery and automotive precision components, building a global network of manufacturing plants, engineering centers, and sales offices across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The NSK brand is used for its worldwide product line and services.

Products and markets

The company focuses on bearings used in automotive applications, industrial machinery, energy, and home appliances, as well as linear motion products and precision components for machinery and robotics. NSK emphasizes high-precision bearing technology, ceramic bearing materials, and integrated motion solutions to support efficiency, reliability, and life-cycle performance.

Technology and corporate structure

NSK invests in research and development to advance bearing materials, lubrication, and design. It operates as a global group with manufacturing and service capabilities in multiple regions, providing aftermarket support and engineering solutions to OEMs. The company maintains quality and environmental initiatives aligned with international standards and industry requirements.

NSK is commonly cited as one of the leading manufacturers of bearings, competing with other global suppliers in automotive and industrial sectors.