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  • Digistart D4-D5, the new generation of electronic controllers for fixed speed applications

    The Nidec Leroy-Somer Digistart soft starter has been upgraded and brings fresh features with the D4 and D5 ranges. The new series are designed to better meet the productivity needs of fixed-speed equipment, and incorporate the latest control and protection technologies as well as embedded intelligence functions. The new starters not only start and stop the machines accurately and efficiently, the

  • CONTROL TECHNIQUES PROMOTES TECHNOLOGICAL SUSTAINABILITY BY TAKING PART IN THE 3BEE “ADOPT A HIVE” PROJECT

    As part of its 50th anniversary celebrations, Control Techniques Italy have decided to focus their attention on issues of sustainability and circularity, by supporting an initiative that blends technology, innovation, and commitment to the environment.
    Control Techniques, a part of the Nidec group, who are leaders in the design, development, and manufacture of high-performance and highly effic

  • Nidec and Embraer announce joint venture agreement to develop Electric Propulsion System for emerging aerospace industry

    Kyoto, Japan – June 18th, 2023 – Japan’s Nidec Corporation (TSE: 6594; OTC US: NJDCY) and Brazil’s Embraer (B3: EMBR3, NYSE: ERJ) today announced an agreement to establish a joint venture company, called Nidec Aerospace LLC (hereunder “JV”), to develop Electric Propulsion Systems for the aerospace sector. The transaction combines the complementary synergies and distinct areas of expertise of two w

  • Nidec Develops New Electric Power Steering Motor Power Pack

    Nidec Corporation (TSE: 6594; OTC US: NJDCY) (“Nidec” or the “Company”) today announced that it has successfully developed a new electric power steering motor power pack*1 (“EPS-PP”).
    Nidec’s New Column-Type EPS-PP
    Since the 1990’s, Nidec has been developing and manufacturing EPS motors, which are embraced by auto manufacturers around the world today.
    There are two types of EPS: the “colu

  • Nidec and Renesas Collaborate on Semiconductor Solutions for Next-Generation E-Axle for EVs


    June 5, 2023 ―Nidec Corporation (TSE: 6594; OTC US: NJDCY) and Renesas Electronics Corporation (TSE:6723) have agreed to join forces on the development of semiconductor solutions for a next-generation E-Axle (X-in-1 system) that integrates an EV drive motor and power electronics for electric vehicles (EVs).
    Today’s EVs are increasingly adopting the 3-in-1 unit called E-Axle, which integra

  • Nidec Receives “Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovator 2023” Award

    Nidec Corporation (TSE: 6594; OTC US: NJDCY) (“Nidec” or the “Company”) today announced that it has been selected by the UK’s Clarivate Plc, a global information service provider, as a top 100 global innovator for 2023.
    Since 2012, Clarivate Plc annually gives the “Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovator” award to organizations selected as the top 100 revolutionary companies and institutions leading

  • Opening Ceremony for New Factories in Serbia

    Nidec Corporation (hereinafter referred to as “the Company”) has held an opening ceremony for new factories in Novi Sad, Republic of Serbia (hereinaft referred to as“Serbia”).
    1.Opening ceremony overview【Date】: Thursday, May 18, 2023, 10:00-12:00(local time)【Venue】: Novi Sad city, Serbia 【Main Attendees】: Aleksandar Vučić, President of the Republic of SerbiaTetsuya Tsubota, Charge d'Affaires a

  • Nidec Advanced Motor Launches Dust- and Water-proof Quiet Fans

    Nidec Advanced Motor Corporation (“Nidec Advanced Motor” or the “Company”) announced today that it has launched new dust- and water-proof quiet fans, the D1225R series.
    The D1225R series, Nidec Advanced Motor’s latest dust- and water-proof quiet fans, employ resin molds for their internal structures, meet the IP68, the highest-level rating for dust, water, and other kinds of resistance, and can

  • Nidec Drive Technology Launches Ultra-flat Actuators with Precision Control Reducer FLEXWAVE

    Nidec Drive Technology Corporation (“Nidec Drive Technology”) announced today that is has launched ultra-flat actuators that house FLEXWAVE, a precision-control reducer, and a motor.
    With society aging and the birthrate declining, there is a growing need for power assisting suits to support people at hard labor, senior citizens, and people with disabilities. Though still small, the power-assis

  • Nidec Executes Stock Transfer Agreement on Nidec Copal Electronics’ Acquisition of Midori Precisions

    Nidec Corporation (TSE: 6594; OTC US: NJDCY) (the “Company” or “Nidec”) announced today that it passed a resolution in the meeting of the Board of Directors held on March 15, 2023 (Japan time) on the purchase by Nidec Copal Electronics Corporation, a subsidiary of the Company, of all the shares of Midori Precisions Co., Ltd. (“Midori Precisions”), a company that develops, manufacturers, and sells

  • Nidec Sankyo Develops a New Duct Damper for Refrigerators

    Nidec Sankyo Corporation (“Nidec Sankyo” or the “Company”) announced today that it has successfully developed a new duct damper for refrigerators.
    Nidec Sankyo’s new duct damper for refrigerators
    The refrigerator is a product that represents white goods, and its market is expected to grow for a long term as, in recent years, electricity infrastructure is being developed in China, India, and

  • Nidec-Shimpo Launches New Models of FLEXWAVE Precision Control Reducers

    Nidec-Shimpo Corporation (“Nidec-Shimpo”) announced today that it has added adopter-combined gear-head types to its FLEXWAVE series of precision control reducers currently on sale.
    Nidec-Shimpo’s latest FLEXWAVE Gear Head Types
    Since its June 2015 launch of FLEXWAVE precision control reducers for robots and machine tools, Nidec-Shimpo has, as of October 2022, shipped a total of more than one

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