technology &
quality
precision that
moves the world
Tsubaki Nakashima is a specialized manufacturer of high-performance precision steel and ceramic balls, rollers, engineered plastic components, and large-scale blowers. We have nearly 100 years of history and a truly global production network spanning the United States, Europe, and Asia. Our extensive production and industry experience enables us to provide superior quality and service to customers around the world, providing flexible local and global sourcing options, reliable delivery, and the highest standards of quality.
advanced
technology for
future demands
Advanced technologies enable us to meet evolving customer demands while improving quality and reducing production costs. Leveraging decades of expertise, we produce precision balls and rollers that deliver superior noise reduction and vibration control, providing reliable solutions for high-performance equipment worldwide. Through deep technical expertise and flexible design capabilities, we continue to innovate and keep the world moving.
customers count
on us
We are committed to delivering products and solutions of the highest quality. We continuously refine every stage of our manufacturing processes to ensure superior product performance. Proprietary in-house inspection systems drive near-zero defects and exceptional consistency. Guided by a culture of continuous improvement and supported by robust quality management systems, we consistently meet the expectations and requirements of customers in the most demanding markets.
All Tsubaki Nakashima plants are equipped with in-house laboratory capabilities that provide ongoing quality assurance and ensure compliance with our strict standards. In 2017, we established a Central Laboratory with two units—one in Japan and one in Italy—featuring advanced instruments and expertise to support our global network of customers and suppliers.
Tsubaki Nakashima’s Central Laboratory serves three primary functions: materials analysis, chemical analysis, and testing. We offer a broad range of capabilities—from raw material analysis and material benchmarking to coolant and lubricant monitoring, research into new chemical solutions, and environmental impact reduction, as well as fatigue testing and noise and corrosion analysis.
quality certifications
Tsubaki Nakashima has several quality certifications that serve the automotive, industrial, aerospace and medical sectors. Contact us for plant specific certifications.
- AS 9100 Quality (Aerospace)
- AS 13100 Quality (Aerospace)
- IATF 16949 Quality (Automotive)
- ISO 9001 Quality (General)
- ISO 13485 Quality (Medical Devices)
- ISO 17025 Quality (Testing and Calibration Laboratories)
- ISO 14001 Environmental
- ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S)
- ISO 50001 Energy
- ITAR U.S. Department of State Directorate of Defense Trade Controls
- FDA U.S. FDA Registration for Medical Devices
- NADCAP NDT National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program
- UKAS ISO 17025 Certified Lab 0102 for United Kingdom Accreditation Services
