Created by CADENAS PARTsolutions and launched by Manitou Manufacturing, the configurator offers design engineers instant access to customizable CAD models.
CINCINNATI and WHITE BEAR LAKE, Minn.—Manitou Manufacturing, a provider of stamped steel bearing housings and bronze bushed bearing assemblies, recently introduced an online product configurator created by CADENAS PARTsolutions, according to a release from CADENAS PARTsolutions.
The tool enables customers to customize and download CAD files for Manitou’s ball bearing mountings and agricultural bearings directly from the company’s website.
With a focus on high-volume production and unparalleled precision, Manitou Manufacturing specializes in delivering flanges to meet the diverse needs of OEMs, distributors, and design engineers. The newly introduced configurator is said to transform the procurement process by offering customers instant access to customizable CAD files, eliminating the need for manual requests and reducing turnaround times.
“Our main product line consists of ball bearing mountings, which serve as integral components across various industries,” said Manitou Manufacturing Production Manager Naomi Mamer, in the release. “With the introduction of our online configurator, design engineers and procurement professionals can effortlessly access CAD files tailored to their specifications. The ease of use helps to make the design and procurement process more efficient.”
Prior to the implementation of the configurator, customers typically relied on manual requests via email or phone to obtain CAD files. The introduction of the online tool not only enhances accessibility but also addresses the evolving preferences of modern buyers, who seek streamlined solutions for sourcing product data and specifications, according to the release.
“By offering a user-friendly interface and seamless integration with existing workflows, Manitou aims to elevate the customer experience and empower design engineers to bring their visions to life,” added Mamer.
In addition to customizable CAD downloads, the Manitou configurator is reported to provide comprehensive PDF data sheets, catering to the increasing demand for detailed product information. This new approach ensures that customer have access to all necessary resources to make informed decisions and integrate Manitou’s products directly into their projects, the release said.
CADENAS PARTsolutions provides 3D part catalogs and product configuration solutions, helping industrial component manufacturers increase sales leads and ensure that components get “designed in” to OEM products, the company said in the release.
Manitou Manufacturing serves diverse industries with precision-engineered parts and assemblies. “With a commitment to quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, Manitou Manufacturing continues to innovate and set industry standards in bearing mounting solutions,” the release said.