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The Bushings Book 2021

11 October

Providing quality raw materials and design engineered solutions to New Zealand industries, Kormax is the first choice for performance bearing solutions and engineering materials.

Why Choose Self-Lubricating Bearings?

05 October

Bearings are a vital part of almost every piece of machinery, enabling rotating and sliding motion. A common type is the Plain Bearing, also referred to as Bushing or Sliding Beari

New Zealand Catalogue

16 September

Providing quality raw materials and design engineered solutions to New Zealand industries, Kormax is the first choice for performance bearing solutions and engineering materials.

The Very Best Case Hardened Steel Bushes

25 August

Our world-class high impact bushings are purpose-built to endure the toughest of challenges in a multitude of industries.

Australian Catalogue

06 August

Providing quality raw materials and design engineered solutions to Australian industries from our Sydney branch. Download the Australian Materials Catalogue.

SATCO Achieve Global Success with Forestry Attachments

30 July

SATCO is an innovative New Zealand owned company who specialise in cutting-edge forestry and logging attachments.

Inspiring Hospitality Spaces

28 April

Have you noticed the trend of noble metals such as brass, copper and bronze being used in hospitality spaces? These materials add an element of lustre to any environment.

The Impressive Naumi Hotel

03 March

Check out the Naumi Hotel in Wellington. Creatively using brass to bring some class to the reception.

Prestigious Bronze Signage

23 February

Prestigious outdoor signage made from Bronze Sheet

Better by Design

Kormax offers a fresh innovative approach to design by collaborating with global material technology leaders. With over 70 years experience in engineered components we understand its the detail that makes the difference. Through our collaborative approach and global capabilities we bring the best for manufacturers and engineering.

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Listen

As a continuous improvement organisation listening never stops. Through after-sales support and listening to feedback we learn, we resolve and we support our customers. We add to our knowledge base and prove new ways to offer customers the best.

Deliver

A production plan is prepared ensuring production capacity and quality control are maintained to standard. The Supply chain system is set up to ensure all delivery requirements are achieved. Manufacturing commences and delivery satisfaction is measured.

Create

The create stage involves conceptual design then detailed design. At conceptual design our application engineers open their minds to a wide range of creative solutions. Through brainstorming and internal consultation we model and analyze a number of ingenuitive options. Options are presented and through rationalization we assist in selecting the best design strategy. Detailed design & modelling is then performed to ensure the product is production ready.

Listen

The best solutions come only when the problem is comprehensively understood. At Kormax we begin with a confidential 360° review to fully understand everything. This broad analysis dives deep into the application objectives, physical factors, chemical exposure, manufacturing process, serviceability, operating maintenance, risk assessment, legal requirements, certification, competitive threats and budgetary targets.