HVH Industrial Solutions is a supplier of NTN Bearings

About NTN

NTN traces its roots back to 1918 when a group of individuals, including investor Noboru Niwa, sales company Tomoe Trading Co., and engineer Jiro Nishizono, collaborated to create the first-ever NTN ball bearings. The company steadily expanded its operations and achieved significant milestones over the years. By 1939, NTN had established its global manufacturing center, Kuwana Works, which would play a pivotal role in its future growth. In 1954, NTN became the first Japanese industrial manufacturer to receive the esteemed Deming Prize for its exceptional statistical quality control. As the 1950s and 1960s unfolded, NTN continued to thrive by constructing additional factories and expanding sales operations into Europe.

In 1963, NTN Bearing Corporation of America was established to cater to the American market's local sales needs. This move enabled NTN to manufacture a diverse range of products, including ball bearings, spherical, tapered, cylindrical, and needle roller bearings, as well as automotive constant velocity joints. As the company progressed, it acquired the Bower™ brand from Federal-Mogul Corporation in the mid-1980s, enhancing its tapered and cylindrical roller bearings catalog. A decade later, NTN further expanded its product line by acquiring BCA™ from Federal-Mogul, allowing the company to offer automotive clutch release bearings and specialized agricultural bearing assemblies.

NTN's success story extended into the new millennium with the establishment of seven new manufacturing plants in North America. In 2008, NTN completed a phased investment in French bearing manufacturer SNR, securing a controlling stake in the company. SNR's expertise in the aerospace sector and its exceptional spherical roller-bearing products significantly contributed to NTN's ongoing growth. As of today, NTN operates more than fifty plants worldwide and holds the esteemed position of being the third largest bearing manufacturer globally. Notably, 2018 marked the remarkable milestone of NTN's centennial anniversary, commemorating a century of achievements in the industry.

NTN Products

Deep Groove Ball Bearings

Deep groove ball bearings are the backbone of numerous mechanical applications. NTN's deep groove ball bearings are engineered with precision, durability, and exceptional performance in mind. With their low friction coefficient and high rotational speed capabilities, NTN's deep groove ball bearings ensure optimal efficiency and reduced energy consumption, making them the go-to choice for various industries.

Cylindrical Rollers

NTN's cylindrical roller bearings are designed to handle heavy radial loads and high-speed applications. The company's advanced engineering techniques and cutting-edge materials enable these bearings to excel in demanding environments, such as automotive, mining, and construction. The precision and reliability of NTN's cylindrical rollers contribute to improved operational efficiency and enhanced productivity.

Tapered Rollers

Tapered roller bearings are widely used in automotive transmissions, gearboxes, and other powertrain applications. NTN's tapered roller bearings exhibit exceptional strength, resilience, and longevity, ensuring smooth operation and reduced maintenance costs. The company's relentless pursuit of innovation has led to the development of tapered rollers that outperform conventional designs, setting new benchmarks in the industry.

Spherical Rollers

In industries where heavy loads, shock loads, and misalignment are prevalent, NTN's spherical roller bearings deliver unmatched reliability and performance. These bearings are engineered to withstand extreme conditions, ensuring consistent operation even in the harshest environments. NTN's spherical rollers are trusted by industries ranging from mining and construction to steel manufacturing and pulp and paper.

Angular Contact Bearings

NTN's angular contact bearings enable precise positioning, high-speed rotations, and exceptional load-carrying capacities. These bearings find extensive applications in machine tools, robotics, and automotive systems, where accuracy and efficiency are paramount. With their superior rigidity and contact angle optimization, NTN's angular contact bearings elevate performance standards across a myriad of industries.

Self-Aligning Ball Bearings

The ability to withstand misalignment while maintaining optimal performance is a crucial requirement in various applications. NTN's self-aligning ball bearings excel in providing self-alignment capabilities, ensuring smooth operation even when shaft deflection occurs. These bearings find wide usage in industries such as mining, steel, and heavy machinery, where alignment issues can compromise efficiency and reliability.

Thrust Bearings

NTN's thrust bearings are specifically designed to handle axial loads and transmit rotational power efficiently. These bearings are indispensable in applications such as automotive transmissions, marine propulsion systems, and machine tool spindles. NTN's thrust bearings exhibit exceptional durability, enabling them to thrive in demanding environments where heavy loads and high speeds are prevalent.

Spherical Roller Thrust Bearings

When it comes to handling heavy axial loads, NTN's spherical roller thrust bearings are unparalleled. These bearings are optimized to withstand high-speed rotations and extreme operating conditions, making them ideal for applications such as wind turbines, industrial gearboxes, and heavy machinery. NTN's spherical roller thrust bearings ensure reliable and efficient performance, even in the most demanding scenarios.

NTN Bearing Corporation offers a comprehensive range of high-quality bearings suitable for various industries and applications. From ball bearings to roller bearings and specialized bearings, NTN products are engineered to deliver exceptional performance, durability, and reliability. Whether it's automotive, industrial, or aerospace applications, NTN's bearings continue to be a preferred choice for customers worldwide.