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Manitou Manufacturing, provider of stamped steel bearing housings and bronze bushed bearing assemblies, launched an advanced online product configurator, created by CADENAS PARTsolutions. This 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 precision, Manitou Manufacturing specializes in delivering flanges to meet needs of OEMs, distributors and design engineers. The introduced configurator revolutionizes 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," says Naomi Mamer, production manager at Manitou Manufacturing Co. "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 preferences of modern buyers, who seek streamlined solutions for sourcing product data and specifications.
"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," adds Mamer.
In addition to customizable CAD downloads, the Manitou configurator provides comprehensive PDF data sheets.
Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.
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