AEROSPACE & DEFENSE

Defining the Future of Air, Space, and Security

EXPERTISE BACKED BY GLOBAL REACH

Aerospace and Defense applications are pushed to the extremes. Bearings and other critical components must withstand extreme conditions while ensuring absolute safety. Whether it’s defense-grade steel balls for weapon systems or ceramic ball applications demanding lightweight efficiency, our precision balls and rollers ensure reliability when failure is not an option.

We specialize in developing high-performance precision components that extend wear, reduce weight, improve efficiency, and enhance safety — meeting the exacting requirements of both commercial and defense applications. With our global footprint, count on our experience and quality to ensure peak performance at high speeds, extreme temperatures, heavy loads, and everything in between.

We are ISO 9001, AS 9100, AS 13100, and NADCAP NDT certified.

AEROSPACE & DEFENSE APPLICATIONS

Commercial & fixed wing transport

Helicopters

Defense platforms

Space & other platforms

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applications

Commercial & fixed wing transport

At high altitudes and speeds, reliable operation of aviation flight control systems, engine components, and ancillary equipment cannot be compromised. High precision and proven durability of steel and ceramic balls for bearings, as well as rollers, cannot be compromised either. With nearly 100 years of experience in precision manufacturing, Tsubaki Nakashima is your partner to ensure peak performance of critical components.

Helicopters

For unmatched standards of quality and precision in performance of rolling elements used in helicopter engine controls, airframe controls, gearboxes and takeoff and landing operations, our comprehensive range of balls and rollers are ideal for systems that require precise and reliable motion.

Defense platforms

The safety and security of nations depend on the unwavering reliability of defense systems. We support these enduring priorities by delivering the industry’s most dependable ball and rolling elements. By ensuring the integrity of mission-critical control and operational systems, our technology provides the consistent performance and stability required to protect those who safeguard our world—day in and day out.

Space & other platforms

Advancements in manned and un-manned flights are rapidly shifting the way we approach travel, communications, and even our understanding of the universe. These new frontiers, that are changing the way we move, require the ultimate in durable and reliable performance of critical moving parts. Our decades of ball and roller design and production expertise make us a leading partner in tomorrow’s innovation needs.