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  • Fact vs Friction [Infographic]

    Fact vs Friction [Infographic]

    It’s time to put an end to the debate about the advantages of self-lubricating bearings over PTFE impregnated bearings.It’s time to put an end to the debate about the advantages of self-lubricating be

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  • The ultimate cable carrier basics guide

    The ultimate cable carrier basics guide

    Ready to put an end to cable failure on your machines for good? This basics guide covers everything you need to know to get started with cable carriers.

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  • How can you convert rotary to linear motion?

    How can you convert rotary to linear motion?

    Find out why lead screws are the ideal solution for converting rotary motion to linear motion.

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  • FDA cracks down on bearing lubrications

    FDA cracks down on bearing lubrications

    Bearing lubrication can transfer bacteria and other contaminants between food. See what bearings you can use that are compliant

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  • How does the Port of Virginia remain a leader in the port industry?8:44

    How does the Port of Virginia remain a leader in the port industry?

    In the ship to shore crane industry, threat of system failure is a constant. With expensive downtime, dangerous maintenance, and 24/7 operation, more and more crane manufacturers and maintenance teams

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  • Designing a true maintenance-free pivot

    Designing a true maintenance-free pivot

    We compared true maintenance-free designs with alternative designs. Discover what goes into creating a truly maintenance-free pivot.

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  • Your guide to modern ball bearings

    Your guide to modern ball bearings

    We break down the components of a modern ball bearing, and explain what type of bearing materials are best for certain environments.

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  • Inside the continous-flex cable test lab

    Inside the continous-flex cable test lab

    In this interactive eBook, igus® cable experts reveal their tried and true development and testing methods used to create guaranteed chainflex® continuous-flex cables.

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  • New exoskeleton is revolutionizing work processes

    New exoskeleton is revolutionizing work processes

    A new device that supports manufacturing workers is among the latest technological advancements that speak to the power of plastics. The device, the Airframe™ exoskeleton, is made by San Diego-based L

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  • Ready to replace your older PTFE lined bearings?

    Ready to replace your older PTFE lined bearings?

    Compare how drylin® performs compared to bearings which use a PTFE-based, bonded liner, in both wear and friction testing.

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  • Robotic cable management made easy

    Robotic cable management made easy

    Read the top tips from the igus® cable experts on how to easily and reliably design cable management systems for 6-axis robotic systems.

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  • 6 Reasons to switch to plastic spherical bearings

    6 Reasons to switch to plastic spherical bearings

    It’s easy to use the same steel or bronze bearings on your machine, but could they be costing you more in the long run?

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  • 4 Considerations for selecting a shaft for use with iglide® bearings

    4 Considerations for selecting a shaft for use with iglide® bearings

    Choose the right shaft for your bearing is equally important as the bearings material when it comes to the lifespan of your bearings.

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