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Elastomer jaw couplings: not all are created equal

Jul 23, 2026 Carlicia Layosa

Elastomer Jaw Couplings: Traditional vs. Precision Zero-Backlash | R+W & MISUMI R+W is one of the best when it comes to elastomer couplings. They shared

Rainbow Diamond-Like Carbon (R-DLC) locating pins comparison study

Jul 22, 2026 Carlicia Layosa

Rainbow-DLC Locating Pins: Hardness, Friction & Wear Rate Comparison Study | MISUMI Surface wear is one of the primary causes of locating pin replacement in

Mechanical Design

Linear Guide FAQs: Ball Bearings, Tolerances, Grease, Lifespan, & More (Updated 2026)

Jul 22, 2026 Carlicia Layosa

Linear Guide FAQs: Ball Bearings, Tolerances, Grease, Lifespan & More | MISUMI Linear guides are a critical component in medical devices, automotive assembly, warehouse automation,

Industry Insights

The Rise of U.S. Manufacturing: MISUMI Americas’ New Industry Report

Jul 21, 2026 MISUMI USA

American manufacturing just put up its best numbers in history. Output hit a record $2.91 trillion in 2024. Factory construction spending nearly tripled between 2021 and 2024, peaking at $235.6 billion. Foreign companies have committed $2.42 trillion to U.S. manufacturing—more

Mechanical Design

Elastomer jaw couplings: not all are created equal

Jul 23, 2026 Carlicia Layosa

Elastomer Jaw Couplings: Traditional vs. Precision Zero-Backlash | R+W & MISUMI R+W is one of

Mechanical Design

Solenoid valves: common types used in industrial applications

Jul 22, 2026 Michael Cox

Learn about the three most common solenoid valves used in industrial automation.

White Papers

Rainbow Diamond-Like Carbon (R-DLC) locating pins comparison study

Jul 22, 2026 Carlicia Layosa

Rainbow-DLC Locating Pins: Hardness, Friction & Wear Rate Comparison Study | MISUMI Surface wear is

Mechanical Design

Linear Guide FAQs: Ball Bearings, Tolerances, Grease, Lifespan, & More (Updated 2026)

Jul 22, 2026 Carlicia Layosa

Linear Guide FAQs: Ball Bearings, Tolerances, Grease, Lifespan & More | MISUMI Linear guides are

Automotive Industry Insights Mechanical Design

Weld Spatter Resistant Locating Pins: WSR Coating for Body-in-White Production

Jul 14, 2026 MISUMI USA

Locating pins in resistance welding environments face a problem that costs automotive manufacturers in downtime,

Mechanical Design

5 Common Lead Screw Applications

Jun 12, 2026 Scott Bredemann

Lead screws are used in a wide range of equipment to create controlled linear motion. Explore five common applications, including linear actuators, CNC machines, and more.