Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. (DO9)

Overview

Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd., operating under the globally recognized IKO brand, is a leading entity in the development, manufacture, and international sales of precision machine components. Originating in Japan, the company offers a diverse range of products primarily focused on needle roller bearings, linear motion rolling guides, precision positioning tables, and various machine components. Initially established as Daiichi-Kogyo Co., Ltd., it underwent a name change to Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. in 1963, bolstering its brand identity and business model. Since its inception in 1950, the Tokyo-based corporation has continually evolved its offerings, catering to a broad spectrum of industrial applications, including the automotive sector, printing machinery, industrial automation, and construction equipment, as well as the highly specialized fields of semiconductor and flat panel display manufacturing equipment.

Products and Services

• Needle Roller Bearings

  These are specialized for high-precision, high-load applications and are available in various types such as radial, combined needle roller, thrust bearings, cam followers, roller followers, crossed roller bearings, and spherical bushings. Their applications span across automobiles, motorcycles, printing machines, industrial robots, and construction machinery, demonstrating their versatility and reliability in demanding environments.

• Linear Motion Rolling Guides

  This range includes linear way/linear roller way, crossed roller way, linear slide unit, linear ball spine, linear bushing, stroke rotary bushing, and roller way and flat roller cage products. Engineered for smooth and precise linear motion, these components are integral to the efficiency and effectiveness of modern machinery used in manufacturing, automation, and precision equipment.

• Precision Positioning Tables

  Comprising ball screw drives, linear motor drives, and timing belt drive types, these tables are critical for high-precision applications, notably in semiconductor and flat panel display manufacturing equipment. The precision positioning tables offered by Nippon Thompson facilitate the accurate positioning and movement of components during the critical stages of manufacturing processes.