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2026 Manufacturing Report
Mechanical Design

Linear shafts vs. posts vs. rotary shafts: differences, uses, and how to choose

Jul 24, 2026 Carlicia Layosa

Updated July 24, 2026. Linear Shafts vs. Posts vs. Rotary Shafts: Differences, Uses & Selection Guide | MISUMI Linear shafts, posts, and rotary shafts are

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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 the best when it comes to elastomer couplings. They shared

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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.

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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 one of the primary causes of locating pin replacement in

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Featured Articles

Workholding Technology Pt. 3: Locating with the Intention of Avoiding Burrs

Aug 30, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

Introduction One of the problems faced when locating on jigs and fixtures is the presence

Featured Articles

Workholding Technology Pt. 2: Locating Basics

Aug 23, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

Introduction One of the most common ways of workholding is by location with reference to

Mechanical Design

Work Holding Technology Pt. 1: Introduction to Work Holding

Aug 11, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

Introduction Continual advancements in the fields of mechanization and automation have led to large strides

Mechanical Design

Sensor Mounting Part 2: Utilizing Proximity Sensors in Mechanical System Design

Jul 6, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

Introduction Proximity sensors are a type of sensor that is capable of identifying the presence

Mechanical Design

Timing Belts and Pulleys: Application Examples

Jun 29, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

Common Belt Drive Applications In addition to an endless variety of industrial machine applications, there

Electric & Tooling Mechanical Design

Sensor Mounting Part 1: Introduction to Sensors and Sensor Mounting

Jun 21, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

At its simplest definition, a sensor is a device with the ability to detect physical

Videos

MechMinutes Video: Belt & Pulley Applications

Jun 16, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

TIMING BELTS & PULLEYS PT. 6: BELT & PULLEY APPLICATIONS | MECH MINUTES | MISUMI

Videos

MechMinutes Video: Types of Pulley Mounting

Jun 9, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

TIMING BELTS & PULLEYS PT. 5: TYPES OF PULLEY MOUNTING | MECH MINUTES | MISUMI

Videos

MechMinutes Video: Timing Belt Tension

May 26, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

TIMING BELTS & PULLEYS PT. 4: TIMING BELT TENSION | MECH MINUTES | MISUMI USA

Mechanical Design

Timing Belt Selection: Environmental Considerations

May 24, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

The first step in selecting a belt transmission system is to complete a thorough survey

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