NTN Supports the World Athletics Championships Budapest 23 as an Official Partner Posted on August 2, 2023August 4, 2023 We are thrilled to announce NTN as an Official Supporter of the World Athletics Championships 2023 which will be held in Budapest from August 19 to 27.
Experience our State-of-the-Art Mobile Tour Posted on June 21, 2023July 4, 2023 Visit our mobile showcase and learn about our innovative products and solutions! Get a holistic view of NTN’s innovative bearings portfolio at a hands-on level.
Meet our Customer Success Team Posted on June 20, 2023August 9, 2023 We’re a creative, friendly and diverse bunch, who truly enjoy what we do and the people we work with. Our team spirit, expertise and perspective help us create bearing solutions that go far beyond just a good idea.
NTN Canada Wins NTN Global Proud Award Competition Posted on June 16, 2023July 11, 2023 NTN Canada is the award winner for the Social category of the prestigious NTN Global Proud Awards, recognizing excellence for the introduction of the NTN Triage Insync Remote Diagnostics and NTN Campus platforms.
NTN Community Garden: Planting for Homeless Shelters in Need Posted on June 15, 2023July 4, 2023 NTN employees came together to plant a community garden located at their Mississauga headquarters. All produce will be donated to Haven Toronto Shelter in hopes of helping the homeless receive fresh meals.
NTN Reduces Bearing Maintenance Costs for Steel Tube Producer Posted on June 9, 2023July 4, 2023 A steel tube producer was experiencing frequent bearing failures. Read our case study to see how NTN’s ULTAGE sealed spherical roller bearings helped this plant increase production by 80% while reducing maintenance expenditures.
SPECIAL COLUMN – Michael’s Corner: NTN Revolutionizes Bearing Education with the NTN Campus Posted on June 2, 2023July 4, 2023 We are pleased to introduce our new column, “Michael’s Corner”. NTN Technical Service Specialist, Michael Redenius, provides his tech tips, product information, and industry news to help provide solutions to meet your diverse needs.
NTN Canada CEO, Paul Meo, Wins MBOT Business Person of the Year! Posted on May 29, 2023July 4, 2023 We are pleased to announce that NTN Canada’s CEO, Paul Meo, has been chosen as the Business Person of the Year for 2023, an award run in association with the Mississauga Board of Trade.
NTN Roller Bearing Application & Maintenance Seminar held in Mississauga Posted on May 18, 2023July 4, 2023 NTN’s Roller Bearing Application & Maintenance Seminar, held May 16-18, 2023, was an excellent opportunity for bearing users to come together, exchange insights, and gain valuable knowledge on the proper handling of bearings.
Benefit from NTN Automation’s In-Stock Inventory & Fast Response Time Posted on May 12, 2023July 4, 2023 NTN’s Automation division offers linear motion products backed by Web-based 3D Modeling and Linear Configurator Tools. Our sales and engineering teams work closely with our customers to configure linear motion solutions through an extensive portfolio.
NTN Sponsored University Team Wins the International Small Wind Turbine Contest Posted on May 5, 2023July 17, 2023 Utilizing a wind turbine designed with NTN automation linear bearings, the University of Manitoba’s WE Design team achieved first place standing in the “Most Sustainable Design” category at the International Small Wind Turbine Contest.
NTN’s ULTAGE® SAFD Bearing Units Double Bearing Life on Dust Removal Fans Posted on May 1, 2023July 4, 2023 A producer of hot briquetted iron was experiencing insufficient bearing life on dust removal fans used in its bag house. Read our case study to see how NTN’s ULTAGE SAFD bearing units helped this plant increase uptime.
NTN TRIAGE Engineering Solutions powered by INSYNC Remote Diagnostics Posted on April 17, 2023June 21, 2023 A cornerstone of the NTN’s TRIAGE support system is NTN’s INSYNC AR which is designed to remotely connect NTN engineering bearing experts to frontline maintenance staff.
NTN Receives Bearings Specialist Association Award for KIZEI® Spherical Roller Bearing Posted on December 22, 2022December 23, 2022 NTN won the Bearing Manufacturer Excellence of Innovation in Product Design Award from the Bearings Specialists Association in recognition of the KIZEI spherical roller bearing product line.
Holiday Message to our Industry Partners Posted on December 21, 2022January 18, 2023 Happy holidays to all of our friends, colleagues, industry associates and customers around the world from NTN Canada.
NTN Canada Holiday Hours Schedule Posted on December 21, 2022January 18, 2023 Please take note of our holiday hours in order for us to continue to be of service to you.
NTN Canada Wins 2022 Ficodis Supplier of the Year Award Posted on December 21, 2022January 17, 2023 NTN Canada is honoured to be the recipient of the 2022 Ficodis Supplier of the Year Award for outstanding excellence and commitment to distributor-oriented programs that have resulted in strong growth and improved profitability within the Ficodis Group.
NTN and Canadian Bearings Announce Happier Smiles “Keep them Warm at Christmas” Campaign Posted on December 16, 2022January 18, 2023 NTN Bearing Corporation of Canada and Canadian Bearings Limited are proud to announce their “Happier Smiles” holiday giving campaign in support of Haven Toronto.
NTN is proud to support the Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Center’s 2022 Family Sponsorship Campaign Posted on November 30, 2022January 18, 2023 The staff at NTN Bearing Corporation of Canada partnered with the Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre (DBNC) to provide Christmas for less fortunate families in Mississauga.
NTN Canada Participates in E-Waste Recycling Drive Posted on November 20, 2022January 18, 2023 NTN employees are proud to have filled four pallets with old computers and electronics, representing hundreds of pounds of equipment saved from a landfill.
Bring your child to work 2022 Posted on November 2, 2022January 18, 2023 NTN Canada welcomed a group of Grade 9 students to our offices to celebrate “Take Your Child to Work” day. The students enjoyed a variety of events and presentations, along with a tour of our manufacturing facility.
Modular Linear Actuator Comparison: Toothed Belt vs. Screw Driven Posted on October 31, 2022January 18, 2023 Learn more about the specific differences between toothed belts and screw-driven actuators and which is best suited for particular applications.
NTN Launches Interactive Virtual Campus to Showcase Bearing Solutions Posted on October 4, 2022October 14, 2022 The NTN Campus enables bearing users to access a blend of training tools including webinars, virtual instructor-led training, demonstrations, remote diagnostic simulations and other interactive content.
NTN’s Technical Training Roadshow Receives Great Reviews from Bearing Endusers and Distributor Team Members Posted on September 21, 2022October 14, 2022 NTN Canada has launched its newly transformed Ultimate Bearing Experience Technical Training (UBE) program for Maintenance Staff, Technicians, and Engineers – designed to help master bearing competencies. Read our testimonials!
NTN Announces Technical Roadshow Training Program Posted on September 13, 2022October 14, 2022 The NTN UBE Technical Roadshow hits the highways bringing an immersive, interactive experience to our customers across Canada. This tour carries the latest technology for bearings, wheel hub assemblies and linear motion products to bring the NTN story to life.
Welcome to the NTN Ultimate Bearing Experience Pit Stop Tracker! Posted on September 13, 2022November 22, 2022 Participants who completed the NTN Technical Roadshow Training Program can check their status on the NTN Pit Stop Challenge Leaderboard. Check how you performed as the NTN UBE Technical Roadshow continues to travel across Canada.
Our Summer Internship Program aims to foster the minds of the future Posted on September 9, 2022October 14, 2022 This summer, our interns were placed across a wide range of teams and in different roles, from marketing communications to production, logistics management, manufacturing, and more.
NTN Canada is gearing up to launch NTN Rewards, its first ever points-based loyalty mobile app Posted on September 9, 2022October 14, 2022 NTN Rewards is a mobile loyalty program app that rewards customer engagement. It incorporates customer favourite benefits such as promotional merchandise, exclusive event invitations, access to new products and educational programs.
Mr. Takanobu Ozawa, President for NTN Americas Region & Mr. Toshinori Shiratori, Executive Officer for NTN Corporation Visit NTN Canada Posted on September 8, 2022October 14, 2022 During their visit, Mr. Ozawa, and Mr. Shiratori, had the opportunity to learn more about NTN’s portfolio of learning resources for the bearings industry, from TRIAGE Engineering Solutions, to the launch of the NTN Campus and UBE Technical Training Program.
NTN and Industry Partners announce donation in support of Iris Kirby House and Le Mitan Posted on August 27, 2022October 14, 2022 NTN Canada is proud to announce that its ‘Happier Smiles, Happier Faces’ campaign raised a total of $15,000 in support of Iris Kirby House and $5,000 in support of Le Mitan, which both provide shelter and safe havens for women.
NTN’s Community Garden Provides Food for Those Most in Need Posted on August 22, 2022October 14, 2022 NTN Canada’s Community Garden has helped grow fresh vegetables which will go toward feeding the less fortunate in the Greater Toronto Community.
Promoting Transformation with “SQCCD”, NTN’s Pillars for Organizational Effectiveness Posted on July 11, 2022October 14, 2022 The five pillars “SQCCD” consists of an acronym of Safety, Quality, Compliance, Cost and Delivery, that will be integral to NTN’s growth and success in support of the implementation of NTN’s Medium-Term Management Plan.
NTN, the parent company of BCA Bearings, announces the addition of new product SKUs Posted on June 25, 2022October 14, 2022 NTN has announced the addition of 12 new product SKUs to the BCA aftermarket product line. The new release includes wheel hub assemblies for import and domestic applications, and represents premium coverage for over 3.4 million vehicles.
NTN Tapered Roller Bearings – Roll with the Highest Quality Bearings Posted on June 20, 2022October 14, 2022 NTN Tapered Roller Bearings are designed for the most demanding applications. With almost 100 million manufactured every year under NTN and Bower brands, it’s no wonder that NTN TRBs rival all major competitors.
The ULTAGE Advantage, we’re right at home in the most punishing applications Posted on May 22, 2022October 14, 2022 Combining premium-grade materials, optimized design and precision manufacturing, ULTAGE is the new generation of high-performance bearings from NTN that delivers unmatched service life.
Congratulations to our CEO on being nominated 2021 Business Person of the Year Posted on April 4, 2022October 14, 2022 Congratulations to our President & CEO, Mr. Paul Meo, on being nominated for the Mississauga Board of Trade 2021 Business Person of the Year Award.
BCA Bearings announces the addition of new product SKUs to the BCA aftermarket product line Posted on March 30, 2022October 14, 2022 NTN, the parent company of BCA Bearings, has announced the addition of 16 new product SKUs to the BCA aftermarket product line.
Sentinel Series Mounted Units-Canning Line Posted on January 15, 2022October 14, 2022 A major producer of soft drinks and other beverages was experiencing semi-annual bearing failures on its canning line due to the frequent washdowns required in the production area. The recurring failures were resulting in over $200,000 in lost production each year.
NTN Corporation Receives 2021 “CHO” MONODZUKURI Innovative Parts and Components Award Posted on January 11, 2022October 14, 2022 NTN Bearing Corporation of America is proud to announce NTN’s award of a 2021 “CHO” MONODZUKURI Innovative Parts and Components Award. NTN won this award for the development of High-Speed Deep Groove Ball Bearings for electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) applications.
NTN’s Phil Schmidts following his passion for performance as a multi-instrumentalist for the band “Portabella & The Funguys” Posted on January 10, 2022October 14, 2022 Phil Schmidts, NTN’s Director for Aftermarket Sales, says music has always played a large role in his life. He occupies his downtime playing music as a writer, lyricist and guitarist for the band “Portabella & The Funguys”.
NTN’s Sentinel™ Series Churns Through Downtime on Dough Mixer Posted on January 4, 2022October 14, 2022 A producer of frozen, precooked, and dried pasta products was experiencing weekly bearing failures on its dough mixer due to the frequent washdowns required in the production area. NTN’s engineering support team performed a thorough evaluation of the mixer and determined the failures were being caused by grease washout.
NTN Canada Holiday Hours Schedule_2021 to 2022 Posted on December 21, 2021October 14, 2022 Please take note of our holiday hours in order for us to continue to be of service to you. We thank you for your business.
NTN Canada helps Toronto’s homeless enjoy a Special Holiday Meal as part of its Happier Smiles Campaign Posted on December 20, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN’s employees organized a festive holiday lunch to feed the homeless at Haven Toronto. The event featured a complete holiday meal consisting of pork roast, turkey, roast beef and chicken along with a clothing donation for each guest.
Happier Smiles Holiday Giving Campaign in support of Covenant House Vancouver Posted on December 10, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN, Motion and Kintetsu World Express Announce Happier Smiles Holiday Giving Campaign to support youth at Covenant House Vancouver
Santa Visits Canadian Bearings with Technical Training Unit Posted on December 8, 2021October 14, 2022 Canadian Bearings Mississauga received a wonderful lunch and visit from Santa and his NTN helpers. Our NTN employees got together with the staff at Canadian Bearings to celebrate the holidays while showing off high tech bearings.
SAFD Split Pillow Blocks Posted on December 4, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN ULTAGE SAFD split pillow blocks have been designed, processed and machined by NTN team members in our state-of-the-art facilities. These rugged, ductile iron pillow blocks have a higher tensile strength and better elasticity than cast iron.
Happier Smiles Holiday Giving Campaign in support of Dr Julien Foundation Posted on December 3, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN and the Ficodis Group partnered together to distribute warm clothing and food items to bring “happier smiles” to families at the Dr Julien Foundation pediatric center.
BCA Bearings Adds Coverage for wheel hub assemblies and kits for a number of import and domestic applications Posted on November 26, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN, the parent company of BCA Bearings, has announced the addition of 25 new product SKUs to the BCA aftermarket product line. BCA’s December 2021 release includes wheel hub assemblies and kits for a number of import and domestic applications.
Team Member Spotlight: Hideo Sammy Nagashima Posted on November 25, 2021October 14, 2022 Sammy’s strong, positive leadership of NTN Bearing Manufacturing’s production team in Canada has boosted morale and increased production efficiency.
NTN Engineering Services – Up Close and Personal with NTN Canada’s Engineering Department Posted on November 24, 2021October 14, 2022 Up Close and Personal with NTN Canada’s Engineering Department
NTN Jean Drive for Happier Smiles & Happier Faces Posted on November 3, 2021October 14, 2022 Join NTN’s Jean Drive for Haven Toronto by donating new or clean/gently used jeans and track pants for families experiencing homelessness.
NTN Extends Bearing Service Life on Thermal Rolls to Deliver the Ultimate Bearing Experience for Paper Manufacturer Posted on November 1, 2021October 14, 2022 In this case study, we look at how a paper manufacturer benefited from a customized bearing solution tailored to their exact needs. NTN and Applied Industrial Technologies, LP (AIT) partnered to provide a winning solution that resulted in over 1.7 million dollars of savings in parts accrual, repair costs and downtime.
MEGAOHM™ 7MC3 Series Ceramic Insulated Ball Bearings Posted on October 28, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN’s MEGAOHM 7MC3 Series insulated bearings are designed to resist electric current damage and offer protection to costly equipment which is why they are used by OEMs for wind turbine generators, traction motors, paper and textile rolls, VFD and other electric motors used across many industrial applications.
NTN Wishes John Burns, Inventory Planner, a Happy Retirement Posted on October 1, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN congratulates John Burns, Inventory Planner, on his recent retirement after 38 years of dedicated service. John was a stellar employee, delivering the “Ultimate Bearing Customer Experience” keeping bearing orders moving through NTN’s national headquarters and distribution facility in Canada.
Frontline Interview with President Paul Meo of NTN Bearing Corporation of Canada Posted on September 24, 2021October 14, 2022 Get to Know Our CEO: Q & A with Paul Meo. Learn more about his passion for our work, vision for our organization and what he loves about NTN.
Consul-General for Japan in Toronto visits NTN Bearing Manufacturing Canada Posted on September 14, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN Canada was honoured to welcome the Consul-General for Japan in Toronto, Mr. Sasayama Takuya, for a tour of our bearing manufacturing facility, research lab and distribution centre in Mississauga.
NTN Employees Volunteer to Restore La Ruelle d’Hochelaga Pediatrics Centre Posted on September 3, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN Canada congratulates its Quebec regional sales team for volunteering to repaint La Ruelle d’Hochelaga Pediatrics Centre. Their hard work has contributed to the refurbishment of this important resource centre for children and teens in Montreal.
NTN Community Garden Donation to Haven Toronto Posted on August 20, 2021October 14, 2022 Thank you to the NTN volunteers on their successful summer harvest and for their work towards a healthier community. We strongly believe that together we can make a difference!
MBOT Radio Podcast featuring Paul Meo, CEO of NTN Canada “The Evolution of Manufacturing” Posted on August 7, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN Canada’s President & CEO, Paul Meo, was a guest on MBOT’s Radio Podcast with host David Wojcik, discussing how the face of manufacturing has changed over the years and the challenges that lie ahead.
NTN Driveshaft, Inc. recognized by General Motors Company for Third Consecutive Year Posted on July 7, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN is pleased to announce that its manufacturing facility, NTN Driveshaft, inc., has been awarded the General Motors’ Supplier Quality Excellence Award for the third consecutive year.
NTN Introduces TRIAGE Engineering Solutions powered by INSYNC Remote Diagnostics Posted on June 2, 2021April 17, 2023 NTN’s new TRIAGE based engineering system combines HI (Human Intelligence) with AR (Assisted Reality) to help keep production processes running optimally.
Congratulations to our Earth Day Winners Posted on June 1, 2021October 14, 2022 Check out the winners of NTN Canada’s Earth Day art contest showcasing the importance of reducing, reusing and recycling through artistic educational posters.
NTN Ultra-Class handles splash better than competitors Posted on May 31, 2021October 14, 2022 Ultra-Class is NTN’s flagship solid-base mounted bearing unit line, delivering high performance and reliability in the most challenging conditions. When protection in harsh environments is paramount, our Ultra-Class series is up to the task.
MASTERCLASS Webinar: NTN-SNR Linear Guide On-Line Configurator Posted on May 28, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN Canada’s Peter Vorvis, P.Eng, Sales Manager, Linear and Automation, has prepared a Master Class webinar on the NTN-SNR Linear Guide On-Line Configurator.
Protected: NTN’s Sylvia Silveira selected as the 2023 recipient of the Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award Posted on May 27, 2021September 28, 2023 There is no excerpt because this is a protected post.
NTN BCA Webinar Rear Axle Wheel Bearing Replacement Revolution Posted on May 27, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN Bearing Corporation has developed a free webinar on Rear Axle Wheel Bearing Replacements.
NTN’s SFCW Bearing Units Successfully Quadruple Uptime by Reducing Contamination Posted on May 26, 2021October 14, 2022 The NTN solution has been proven to last 4 times longer. The SFCW bearing unit has successfully run for over 24 months without a single failure, compared to the original bearings that were failing every six months.
National Sales Inc. has been appointed to represent NTN Canada’s Automotive Aftermarket Portfolio Posted on May 25, 2021October 14, 2022 NSI President, Sean Williams, will work in collaboration with NTN Canada’s Automotive Aftermarket Division, led by Robert Pitt with the support of Jim Dunlevy, Inside Sales Associate, as they strive to deliver the Ultimate Bearing Experience.
The NTN Community Garden: Planting for Homeless Shelters in Need Posted on May 21, 2021October 14, 2022 The benefits of community gardening – fresh air and exercise, green space, and the chance to build NTN community spirit are definitely worth the effort! Thanks to the hard work of NTN volunteers and their families, over 500 vegetable plants were added.
NTN Canada is proud to support BDI Canada’s Care Bag Campaign for ICU Nurses Posted on May 19, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN Bearing Corporation and BDI Canada provided donations packaged for the ICU Nursing team at Brampton Civic Hospital as they continued their important work during the pandemic.
NTN Canada Offers Enhanced Website Accessibility and Functionality for All Users Posted on May 17, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN Canada’s web site has been redesigned to meet new guidelines issued by the Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), making its website platform available to, and usable by, all users, including those with disabilities.
Supporting Our Clients and Team How We’re Responding to COVID-19 Posted on May 14, 2021October 14, 2022 Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the safety of our employees and customers has been our number one priority. We are optimistic about recent developments as a number of different vaccine options are becoming available across Canada.
Rapid Antigen Screening Program at NTN Canada Posted on May 13, 2021October 14, 2022 In an effort to provide additional reasonable measures to protect NTN employees against the COVID-19 virus, NTN Canada will be introducing a Rapid Antigen Screening Program.
NTN Corporation Receives Japanese Society of Tribologists Technology Award Posted on May 11, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN Corporation has been conferred with the prestigious 2020 Technology Award by the Japanese Society of Tribologists for the development of its tapered roller bearing with ultra long operating life for automobiles.
NTN Supports TCFD Recommendations Posted on May 7, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN Corporation (hereafter, NTN) has expressed its support of recommendations from “Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (hereafter, TCFD) established by the Financial Stability Board (FSB).
Make the World NAMERAKA Posted on April 30, 2021October 14, 2022 We aim to contribute to what is called “NAMERAKA” or smooth society in Japanese, the meaning of which is making the world run smoothly with the NTN Spirit Tree as our guiding philosophy.
An update from NTN Canada regarding the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic Posted on April 23, 2021October 14, 2022 As the situation with COVID-19 continues to evolve, please see our update about NTN Canada’s preparedness and how we are protecting the health and safety of our employees, customers and the communities we serve.
NTN’s Halfshafts Adopted in the All New 2021 Cadillac Escalade from General Motors Posted on March 11, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN Corporation is pleased to announce the award of business to provide the rear halfshafts (CVJ) for 100% of MY2021 Cadillac Escalades.
NTN Tapered Roller Bearings, designed to endure the unbearable Posted on February 22, 2021October 14, 2022 With almost 100 million tapered roller bearings manufactured every year under NTN and Bower brands, it’s no wonder that NTN TRBs rival all major competitors on the market.
NTN’s Green Line with Solid Lube Quadruples Uptime on Poultry Waste Conveyor Screws Posted on January 18, 2021October 14, 2022 The NTN solution lasted six months; a 400% increase in uptime! The increased uptime, reduced maintenance, and decrease in bearing spend resulted in over $125,000 in annualized savings for the poultry processing giant.
NTN Announces Territory Project Manager Giovanna Sacco Posted on January 7, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN is pleased to announce the appointment of Giovanna Sacco to the position of Territory Project Manager. Giovanna will report to NTN’s Quebec Sales Manager, Sean Barron, and will be responsible for creating, implementing and virtually managing each sales project plan to support our distribution network and end user customer base.
NTN Announces Quebec Sales Manager Sean Barron Posted on January 7, 2021October 14, 2022 NTN is pleased to announce the appointment of Sean Barron to the position of Quebec Sales Manager. Sean brings over 26 years of bearing industry experience and a wealth of knowledge and connections to the sales management team at NTN.
Holiday Message to our Industry Partners Posted on December 21, 2020October 14, 2022 Happy holidays to all of our friends, colleagues, industry associates and customers around the world from NTN Canada.
The Ultimate NTN Formula Experience Posted on December 15, 2020October 14, 2022 The fact that we’re one of the leading suppliers of OEM snowmobile bearings is what enabled us to build what no other manufacturer could … a bearing that’s specific to the sport of snowmobiling; Black Ice by NTN.
The reliable performance and durable construction of NTN’s Green Line Series Bearing Units Posted on December 15, 2020October 14, 2022 The reliable performance and durable construction of NTN’s Green Lines Series bearing units makes them a smart solution for practically all types of common applications. Green Line bearing units’ unmatched selection of housing styles, insert types as standard makes it NTN’s tried and true Mounted Ball Bearing Unit Series.
NTN Significantly Improves Production Output at Copper Tube Manufacturer by Redesigning Pilger Mill Posted on December 15, 2020October 14, 2022 The NTN solution allowed the mill to retract smoothly and reduce lag time in product transfer for continuous feeding of tube product, eliminating lost production time. The increased uptime and improved bearing life have resulted in over $80,000 in savings the first year after implementation.
Comparing Common Heat Treatment Options for Tapered Roller Bearings Posted on December 15, 2020October 14, 2022 Tapered roller bearings are often used in harsh applications where the bearings are subjected to heavy loading and impacting. Heat treatment of tapered roller bearings is crucial to their longevity in these applications, with the two most common heat treatments being through hardening and case hardening.
NTN Canada’s Santa Express gives back to the community Posted on December 15, 2020October 14, 2022 NTN volunteers have organized the Santa Express initiative to deliver happiness to employees, customers, and community through outdoor visits to over 150 homes.
NTN brings storybooks to life at SickKids Hospital Posted on December 15, 2020October 14, 2022 Our President and CEO was honoured to be a guest reader at SickKids Story Time! Story Time is broadcast through the hospital’s closed-circuit TV station, so children can enjoy the story in the comfort of their hospital room as well as in Ronald McDonald house.
NTN Canada Holiday Hours Schedule Posted on December 15, 2020October 14, 2022 Please take note of our holiday hours in order for us to continue to be of service to you. We thank you for your business.
The Spirit of Giving – NTN Canada Gives Back This Holiday Season Posted on December 15, 2020October 14, 2022 NTN staff across the country are taking part in holiday season charity initiatives to support their local communities.
NTN Corporation Honoured with 2020 “CHO” MONODZUKURI Innovative Parts and Components Award Posted on December 15, 2020October 14, 2022 NTN Corporation has received the prestigious 2020 “CHO” MONODZUKURI Innovative Parts and Components Award in the Mobility Components Category. NTN Japan was bestowed with this award by the Monodzukuri Nippon Conference and Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun for the development of the Low Friction Hub Bearing III.
Holiday Message 2020 Posted on December 15, 2020October 14, 2022 Happy holidays to all of our friends, colleagues, industry associates and customers around the world from NTN Canada.
NTN’s Engineering Services work in partnership with aftermarket customers to achieve bottom-line results Posted on December 2, 2020October 14, 2022 Differentiating NTN’s engineering support with service that goes above and beyond was critical in helping this mill select our solution over the alternatives.
NTN Canada gives back to the community during COVID-19 pandemic Posted on December 1, 2020October 14, 2022 It’s the season for giving, and NTN’s employees are giving back to help those struggling through the pandemic. President and CEO, Mr. Paul Meo, has spearheaded the effort at his company to give back to the community and show support to those in need.
NTN Canada Announces Resignation of VP of Sales & Marketing Posted on November 24, 2020October 14, 2022 MISSISSAUGA, ON, Nov. 20, 2020 – NTN Bearing Corporation of Canada Ltd. announces that Jean-Sebastien Lavigne, after 14 years of service, is leaving the Company to pursue a new leadership opportunity outside of the Bearings industry.
Protected: AIT NTN Aggregate Bearing Webinar Posted on November 13, 2020October 14, 2022 There is no excerpt because this is a protected post.
Quarry Conveyor and Cement Field Tests with KIZEI® Bearings Posted on November 5, 2020October 14, 2022 KIZEI® has been rigourously tested and shown to make a difference in quarry and cement applications, achieving twice the service lifetime.
Obituary: Past NTN Canada President, Mr. Wataru Takiguchi, has passed away Posted on November 5, 2020October 14, 2022 It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we share that NTN Canada’s Past-President, Mr. Wataru Takiguchi (affectionately known as Mr. T) passed away on September 30th. He succumbed to liver cancer at the age of 84.
Congratulations to NTN’s Halloween Contest Winners Posted on November 5, 2020October 14, 2022 Art and humor were on display at NTN’s Halloween costume and pumpkin carving contest. Check out these creative pumpkins and incredible costumes.
20 Metre Linear AXIS assembled in Bielefeld LM Production Posted on November 5, 2020October 14, 2022 NTN-SNR’s Bielefeld Production Facility recently built a very special Linear Module: An extra long 20 Metre Portal Axis AXS280M in combination with an AXS280TV Telescopic AXIS.
Sharing our gratitude during the Thanksgiving season Posted on November 5, 2020October 14, 2022 NTN employees from both our manufacturing and sales divisions made a concerted effort to support Eden Food for Change with its annual food drive, donating over 1040 pounds of food.
Having an impact on the homeless has been a rewarding experience Posted on November 5, 2020October 14, 2022 Thank you to the volunteers at NTN Canada and Kintetsu World Express Canada for sharing and caring. Over the last few months, we have partnered together to support the Haven Toronto Shelter to help those who are struggling through this tough time.
NTN partners with MERG to help businesses “E-MERG” stronger Posted on November 4, 2020October 14, 2022 The NTN Canada team is proud of our CEO, Paul Meo for his work with the Mississauga Economic Recovery Group (MERG), assembled to support the economic recovery of Mississauga businesses impacted by COVID-19.
NTN’s SPAW heavy-duty mounted bearing units can withstand the severely contaminated environments of waste water treatment plants Posted on November 4, 2020October 14, 2022 NTN’s SPAW heavy-duty mounted bearing units offer a superior one-piece solid ductile housing design and robust seals which allow them to withstand the severely contaminated environments of waste water treatment plants.
Update from our President and CEO: Support to keep you moving forward Posted on November 4, 2020October 14, 2022 If the Covid-19 pandemic has taught us anything, it’s the importance of being nimble, flexible and adaptable for our customers.
NTN’s ULTAGE® Spherical Roller Bearing Quadruples Uptime on Edger Saw Posted on October 30, 2020October 14, 2022 Read our case study to see how NTN’s ULTAGE® spherical roller bearings helped this plant increase uptime resulting in over $267,000 in savings.
NTN’s LLU Seals Expected to Triple Uptime at Cold Rolling Mill Posted on September 28, 2020October 14, 2022 A major North American based steel mill was experiencing bearing failures on the anti-crimping and anti-flutter rolls in its cold rolling mill. These failures would force the mill to stop running in order to change out the roll.
KWE Donates to Haven Toronto Shelter in Lieu of Corporate Promotion Posted on August 5, 2020October 14, 2022 Last week, our partners at KWE donated spaghetti sauce and 400 packages of pasta to the Haven Toronto homeless shelter to ensure those in need have access to healthy and delicious meal options.
Introducing KIZEI®: The new exclusive range of spherical roller bearings Posted on July 27, 2020October 14, 2022 NTN Canada is pleased to launch an unprecedented solution to extend your bearing service life! A bearing protected by steel shields on both sides, KIZEI® is 100% interchangeable with standard open spherical roller bearings thanks to ISO dimensions.
NTN complements its mounted unit offering with Bower Type E Bearing Units Posted on June 22, 2020October 14, 2022 NTN Bearing Corporation of Canada Limited, a leading producer of premium quality ball and roller bearings, today announced the addition of the Bower Type E bearing unit to its product offering.
Together for a NAMERAKA World: Supporting our clients and team during unprecedented times Posted on May 7, 2020October 14, 2022 The NTN team is here to support you and your projects, anytime and anywhere. In addition to manufacturing quality bearing products, NTN is committed to providing the highest levels of customer service and support.
Team Member Spotlight: Christian Oteiza Posted on May 5, 2020October 14, 2022 In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, NTN team members have had to adjust their work routines to meet the new needs of the customers they serve. Christian Oteiza, Logistics Manager, is one of those team members who has stepped up to the challenge.
Bearing solutions for the food and beverage industry: Sentinel Series, a worry-free lubed for life solution Posted on May 4, 2020October 14, 2022 Food-grade environments require bearing units specifically designed to adhere to exacting standards. NTN’s Sentinel Series provides peace of mind in environments where moisture, cleaning agents and other contaminants run rampant.
The NTN Community Garden: Planting for Homeless Shelters in Need Posted on May 1, 2020October 14, 2022 NTN Canada has added a gardening plot to their headquarters in Mississauga, Ontario. The new NTN community garden will provide employees with the opportunity to till, seed and harvest a small communal plot.
NTN Web-based Training Program: Virtual learning with eKnowledge Posted on April 30, 2020October 14, 2022 eKnowledge is NTN’s industry-leading, web-based training program geared to providing users with a deeper understanding of bearing products.
Team Member Spotlight: Mathew Meo Posted on April 29, 2020October 14, 2022 Our latest Team Member Spotlight highlights Mathew Meo, Technical Service Specialist (in training) at NTN Canada. Mathew has been an integral part of NTN’s customer support and operations team for the past four years.
Changes to Hours and Service Due to COVID-19 Posted on April 21, 2020October 14, 2022 To comply with physical distancing requirements and to keep everyone as safe as possible, please note we are not permitting drivers to enter our Canadian distribution headquarters in Mississauga at this time.
NTN’s Sentinel Series Saves Poultry Processing Plant Thousands Posted on April 20, 2020October 14, 2022 A major poultry plant processing approximately 175,000 birds per day was struggling with catastrophic bearing failures on both their poultry cage washing machinery and cage unloading systems.
Why Proper Torque Matters When Installing Food Industry Stainless Steel Insert Bearings Posted on April 6, 2020October 14, 2022 Stainless steel is generally more brittle than traditional 52100 bearing steel. Because of this fact, tightening inner ring set screws in stainless steel insert bearings with the proper torque is essential to avoid fracturing of the inner ring.
NTN Announces Additional Single Point Lubricator SKUs Posted on March 19, 2020October 14, 2022 NTN recognizes the importance that proper lubrication plays in the life and performance of all components in any manufacturing process and is pleased to announce the addition of 245 SKUs to its single point lubricator product line.
NTN Canada Case Study: Watersmart Peel Indoor Water Efficiency Audit Posted on March 5, 2020October 14, 2022 NTN Bearing Manufacturing Canada was recognized by the Region of Peel for their contribution towards water conservation. The following case study highlights how water reducing measures have achieved a water savings of 143m3/day.
NTN’s Engineering Triples Uptime of Paper Machine Couch Roll Posted on February 17, 2020October 14, 2022 A major Canadian producer of container board was experiencing catastrophic failures of the spherical roller bearings on the large suction couch roll in the wet end of their paper machine.
NTN Canada Launches Improved On-Line Ordering System for Authorized Industrial Distributors Posted on January 30, 2020October 14, 2022 Developed with the aid of valuable distributor feedback, our updated DOL platform has been designed to enhance your on-line ordering experience. Multiple shopping carts give you the ability to save orders in progress and come back later to place them.
NTN Maximum Capacity Type Double-Row Angular Contact Ball Bearings Eliminate Pump Failures at Chemical Plant Posted on January 20, 2020October 14, 2022 A major US-based chemical production plant was experiencing repeated, premature bearing failures on the screw pumps in the titanium dioxide production process.
NTN Canada Holiday Hours Schedule Posted on December 18, 2019October 14, 2022 Please take note of our holiday hours in order for us to continue to be of service to you. We thank you for your business.
NTN Bearing Manufacturing Canada Adds Tenter Clip Bearings Product Line Posted on December 18, 2019October 14, 2022 Beginning on December 16, 2019 NTN Bearing Manufacturing Canada will add a new product line for tenter clip 6202-40 bearings.
NTN Canada Joins Mississauga Business Leaders To Welcome Her Imperial Highness Princess Takamado Posted on December 18, 2019October 14, 2022 On August 24, 2019 NTN Canada’s CEO, Paul Meo joined other Mississauga business leaders to welcome Her Imperial Highness Princess Takamado during the Japan Festival Canada held at the City of Mississauga’s Celebration Square.
NTN is proud to support the Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Center & Eden Food for Change Posted on December 18, 2019October 14, 2022 Our family culture encourages a generous spirit because we believe in making a difference in the communities where our employees live and work.
NTN Canada to Hold Roller Bearing Application & Maintenance Seminar Posted on December 18, 2019October 14, 2022 The Winter Session of NTN Canada’s Roller Bearing Application and Maintenance Seminar will take place February 4-6, 2020, at the company’s headquarters in Mississauga, Ont.
Take Our Kids to Work Day Posted on December 17, 2019October 14, 2022 NTN Canada proudly welcomed a group of Grade 9 students to our offices on November 6, 2019 for the National Take Our Kids to Work Day.
Holiday Message Posted on December 17, 2019October 14, 2022 Happy holidays to all of our friends, colleagues, industry associates and customers around the world from NTN Canada.
ULTAGE® Spherical Roller Bearings, the World’s Highest Standard Load Rating Posted on December 17, 2019October 14, 2022 Read our case study to see how NTN’s ULTAGE® spherical roller bearings helped this plant increase uptime resulting in over $267,000 in savings.
Team Member Spotlight: Sean Barron Posted on December 12, 2019October 14, 2022 Meet Sean Barron. He’s a high-energy team member on our Business Development team. Throughout his four years as an NTN Territory Manager, Sean has become an essential member of our sales department.
NTN Canada Announces Updates to “Authenti Bear” App Posted on October 29, 2019October 14, 2022 In a continued effort to fight against the distribution of counterfeit bearings, NTN Canada is pleased to announce updates to our “Authenti Bear” app.
Sheridan and Industry Partners Unveil New Program Aimed at Tackling Skills Shortage Posted on October 23, 2019October 14, 2022 Sheridan’s Continuing and Professional Studies division is pleased to announce a partnership with power transmission leaders to offer an intensive 16-week, Industrial Distribution Program.
Team Member Spotlight: Carly Tudball Posted on October 7, 2019October 14, 2022 At NTN Canada, our employees are the heart and soul of our company, and they are the ones who ensure that our customers’ needs are met and exceeded. Carly Tudball is a great example of one of these team members.
Contributing to a Nameraka World, Our Values & Principles Posted on September 18, 2019October 14, 2022 We create solutions built on innovative bearings that solve our customer’s challenges. Beyond supplying world-class bearings, our purpose centers on servicing our customers by anticipating their needs, creating solutions and providing the highest level of service.
The Award-Winning SPAW Product Line Posted on September 18, 2019October 14, 2022 The award-winning SPAW product line is a great example of the innovation and excellence in product design that NTN delivers to the marketplace.
Tech Tip: Adding grease to housing covers helps prevent contamination Posted on September 17, 2019October 14, 2022 17 September 2019 – Toronto – Heavy Duty Bearing Units – Products Outdoor conveyor systems see some of the harshest environments of any bearing application.
NTN Canada’s Comprehensive Distributor Training School Posted on September 16, 2019October 14, 2022 NTN offers comprehensive training options to serve each of its customer’s needs. The Fall Session of the NTN Distributor Training Program is scheduled for October 22-24, 2019 at NTN Canada’s headquarters in Mississauga and on November 5-7, 2019 in Montreal.
Team Member Spotlight: Alex Salazar Posted on September 16, 2019October 14, 2022 Meet Alex Salazar, a Bilingual Inside Sales Representative at NTN Canada’s Mississauga location. Ask anyone and they’ll tell you—the heartbeat of NTN Canada is our customer service team!
NTN’s SPAW/SPW Heavy Duty Mounted Units Keep Transfer Table Rolling Posted on September 13, 2019October 14, 2022 A major Canadian producer of dimensional lumber was experiencing production-crippling bearing failures on their log yard transfer table.
NTN Bearing Finder Exceeds 39,000 Part Numbers Posted on September 13, 2019October 14, 2022 Bearing Finder is hosted on a proprietary platform that offers a customizable part search tool, interactive and downloadable CAD illustrations, comprehensive part interchanges, and exhaustive data sets.
Green Initiatives at NTN Canada Posted on September 13, 2019October 14, 2022 At NTN we are committed to identifying best practices and developing standards for energy and water efficiency across our facilities.
Giving Back: Creating Meals For Those In Need Posted on September 13, 2019October 14, 2022 NTN Bearing Manufacturing Canada in Mississauga joined forces with Eden’s Food Bank for Change in giving back to the community.
Team Member Spotlight: Francois Pellerin Posted on September 13, 2019October 14, 2022 Meet Francois Pellerin, an Inside Sales Representative at NTN Canada’s Montreal location. Our mission to deliver “the Ultimate Bearing Experience” relies on the work that Francois and all of our passionate employees do every day.
NTN Canada Helps Young People Build Futures Free of Homelessness Posted on June 21, 2019October 14, 2022 On June 20, 2019 NTN Bearing Corporation of Canada Ltd. (NTN Canada) was the volunteer sponsor of Eva’s Home for Life Auction, held at the Toronto Evergreen Brick Works. The night’s event raised over $250,000 in support of young people building futures free of homelessness.
NTN Canada Announces Launch of NTN SNR Linear Motion Solutions Posted on April 18, 2019October 14, 2022 NTN Canada is proud to announce the addition of NTN SNR linear motion solutions to our customer toolkit with the introduction of Profile Ball Rails, Runner Blocks, Linear Shafting, Ball Bushings & Linear Actuators.
NTN Canada, Proud New Volunteer Sponsor of Eva’s Phoenix Transitional Housing for Youth Posted on March 29, 2019October 14, 2022 NTN Canada is proud to announce our sponsorship of Eva’s Home for Life! Taking place on June 20, Eva’s Home for Life, hosted by design duo Colin and Justin, is a one of a kind auction where proceeds from the auction will go towards helping homeless and at-risk youth.
NTN Canada Launches New Website Posted on February 15, 2019October 14, 2022 NTN Bearing Corporation of Canada is pleased to announce the launch of its new bilingual website – www.ntn.ca.
NTN gives the gift of compassion and support this Christmas Season Posted on December 14, 2018October 14, 2022 The staff at NTN Bearing Corporation of Canada have partnered with the Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre and the Mississauga Food Bank to provide Christmas for less fortunate families in Mississauga.
The NTN Mini was filled with balloons across Canada to celebrate NTN’s Anniversary Posted on November 16, 2018October 14, 2022 As part of NTN’s 50th anniversary celebrations, NTN’s customers had the opportunity over the last few months to stuff as many balloons as possible into the NTN B-Day Celebration Mini car without breaking a balloon.
Justin Trudeau attends 50th Anniversary Celebrations Posted on September 29, 2018October 14, 2022 The Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada attended NTN Bearing Corporation of Canada’s gala celebration on September 27, 2018 at the Omni King Edward hotel in Toronto. The celebration took place to mark NTN’s 50th year of operations in Canada and the 100th anniversary of its founding as a global brand.
Automechanika Innovation Award Posted on September 11, 2018October 14, 2022 At Automechanika 2018, NTN-SNR is unveiling its new ceramic bearing, which was specially developed for Jaguar-Land-Rover in the context of the limited edition Jaguar XE SV Project 8. This ceramic bearing has been selected by a jury of professionals as a finalist for Automechanika Innovation Awards out of 120 entries in competition.