Luoyang Newbee Bearing is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of technical negotiations and order confirmation with Japanese precision equipment manufacturer Kimiaki Corporation for specialized thin-wall bearings. This achievement highlights our growing expertise in high-end ADR-type bearing applications.
Project Milestones & Technical Breakthroughs
Phase 1: Initial Technical Alignment (Oct-Nov 2022)
Overcame initial specification gaps by:
Providing 3 alternative dimension proposals for 65mm+ ID bearings
Conducting virtual FEA simulations to demonstrate load distribution
Key technical documents exchanged:
ADR bearing catalog (full English version)
Material comparison tables (SUJ2 vs. CSS-42L stainless)
H47 grease compatibility test reports
Phase 2: Intensive Technical Support (Dec 2022)
Conducted 4 technical video conferences addressing:
Cage design optimization for high-speed operation (up to 3,000 RPM)
Surface finishing requirements (Ra 0.2μm achieved through superfinishing)
Custom lubrication solutions for Japan's humid climate
Phase 3: Commercial Negotiation (Jan 2023)
Resolved critical commercial obstacles:
12% price gap bridged through value engineering
Implemented flexible payment terms (30% advance, 70% against BL copy)
Agreed on JIS B 1512 inspection standards
Order Confirmation (Feb 2023)
Contract signed for:
320 sets HWA series thin-wall bearings
Total value: ¥286,000 (approx. $42,000)
Delivery: April 2023 with monthly batch shipments
Technical Value Creation
1. Precision Manufacturing Solutions
Achieved ±0.005mm runout tolerance
Special heat treatment for extended fatigue life
2. Knowledge Transfer
Trained Kimiaki engineers on:
Bearing installation preload adjustment
Vibration monitoring techniques
3. After-Sales Support Package
Includes:
Spare parts kit (20% of order value)
Remote diagnostic support
Priority production slot for repeat orders
Client Endorsement
"Newbee's technical team demonstrated exceptional problem-solving capabilities throughout our six-month evaluation process. Their willingness to modify designs during prototype testing convinced us of their engineering excellence."
Takashi Yamamoto, Chief Engineer, Kimiaki Precision Machinery Division
Strategic Importance
1. Market Expansion
First Japanese OEM client in robotics sector
Potential annual demand: 1,500-2,000 units
2. Technology Benchmarking
Achieved ADR-comparable quality at 25% cost advantage
Developed 8 new manufacturing processes