Hybrid rail guides lead to lighter, faster systems. Today's motion-control applications often demand higher speeds to boost productivity and throughput.

THK Linear motion guides have progressed significantly since the 1950s and development closely followed increasing automation of industrial processes to meet demands for accurate and repeatable movements and cost-efficient operation.

Better manufacturing methods make square rails economical candidates for applications where only round rails once would do. Design engineers considering linear guides often struggle with which basic shape to choose: round or square.