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08 Jan '26

Theory vs. Production Reality

Technology that works in theory and technology that performs reliably in real production environments are often two completely different worlds. Technical parameters and catalog specifications do not always reflect the full scope of challenges that engineers face on the shop floor.

At Rollico, we understand this difference very well. That’s why our product development approach is based on close engineering collaboration with customers - starting already at the design stage. We don’t stop at delivering components that meet the specification; we aim to understand the entire context of their application.

Case Study: EXC/EXCE Bearing Sleeve Assembly Technology

A perfect example of this approach is the development of the EXC/EXCE bearing sleeve assembly technology. This project was not created in response to abstract market assumptions, but as a direct result of collaboration with a customer struggling with specific technical issues.

The cooperation process included:

  • Detailed analysis of the customer’s production environment.
  • Identification of key parameters affecting performance.
  • Joint testing of prototypes under real working conditions.
  • Iterative improvement of the solution based on production data.

The result is a technology that not only meets but exceeds the original expectations - as confirmed by the words of our engineering partners:

“Finally, someone not only delivered a product but truly understood our working environment.”

Technical Benefits of an Engineering-Based Collaboration Approach

1. Specifications Don’t Always Show the Whole Problem

Even the most detailed technical documentation rarely captures all the variables present in a real production environment:

  • changing temperature conditions,
  • machine vibrations and oscillations,
  • interactions with other components,
  • actual load cycles.

That’s why the direct involvement of our engineers during implementation helps identify and eliminate potential issues before they turn into costly downtimes.

2. A Partner, Not Just a Supplier

The traditional supplier–customer model often leaves full responsibility for component integration to the customer. Our approach is fundamentally different:

  • We share responsibility for the final outcome.
  • We provide engineering support at every stage of implementation.
  • We deliver not only a product but a comprehensive technical solution.

3. Less Risk, More Predictability

Engineering collaboration translates directly into measurable technical benefits:

  • More stable integration – components designed with the customer’s specific application in mind.
  • Reduced downtime – potential issues identified already at the design stage.
  • Data-driven decisions – technical parameters verified in real operating conditions.

4. Flexibility Beyond the Catalog

Even the best standard product can cause problems if it isn’t adapted to the unique requirements of a given process. Our approach enables:

  • Modifications of standard solutions to meet specific needs.
  • Optimization of technical parameters for special applications.
  • Development of custom solutions for unique challenges.

An Invitation to Collaborate

If you’re facing technical challenges in the field of linear technology that go beyond standard catalog solutions, we invite you to get in touch. Our engineering team will start by analyzing your specific problem to propose a solution tailored to your real production conditions.

Rollico – making precision accessible.
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