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History of THK Technology The footsteps of THK's technological development can be seen here, showing ideas, developments and their social contributions. Industry and society change drastically with each little piece of machinery or fragment of an engineer's idea. THK's history consists of such numerous dramatic events. Chapter 1 MADE IN JAPAN 1. First Step - Introduction of Ball Splines 2. Sliding and Rolling - Introduction of the LM Guide 3. Where are the needs? - Challenge to Reduce Costs and Improve the Functionality of the LM Guide 4. Made in Japan ? Global recognition of the power of products manufactured here Chapter 2 THE MARK OF LINEAR MOTION 1. Problem-Solving Center for Engineers - Techno Plaza and the Spirit of Engineers 2. Robot and Miniature Shrine - Small Ideas Supporting the Industry 3. Breakthrough in 1996 - Introduction of the Caged Ball LM Guide 4. Golden Egg - Firm Power Achieved Through Patent and Technology 5. THE MARK OF LINEAR MOTION in the Future - Expansion of THK Technology Comprehensive Edition History of THK Technology Comprehensive Edition To Top of THK Technology