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Material Handling AGVs X Conveyors by igus®

Automation gets the attention. Motion makes it possible. Learn how igus® motion plastics® can cut weight and eliminate maintenance across your AGV fleet.

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Material Handling Solutions by igus®

Automation gets the attention. Motion makes it possible. Learn how igus® motion plastics® can reduce maintenance and keep your material handling systems moving.

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about 1 month ago
Motion in Automation with igus®

Learn more about igus solutions for automation: https://www.igus.com/automation Contact an igus® product expert: https://www.igus.com/service/contact?contact=39b47d18-b8bc-45ba-be2f-8c34097aef52 Every automated system starts with the same problem: something has to move — reliably, thousands of times, without stopping the line for maintenance. That’s the part of automation nobody thinks about until it fails. igus® exists to solve it. We’re an […]

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about 1 month ago
Free iglide® Bearing Samples: Try Before You Buy

The iglide® bearings sample box brings you select samples from the 70+ bearing materials on offer from igus®. Order yours today and get hands-on experience with the self-lubricating, maintenance-free bearings that transform motion applications.

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about 1 month ago
Join the igus® Trade Show Team

Join the igus® Trade Show Team. View all open positions here! https://www.igus.com/company/company-open-positions

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about 2 months ago
igus® solutions for conveyor technology

Explore some of the unique ways igus® parts can be used in conveyor technology in this brochure, and get ideas for your own application!

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Reduce downtime in packaging machines with maintenance-free linear motion

Discover how self-lubricating lead screws eliminate grease points in packaging machines, boosting OEE and lowering total cost of ownership.

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about 2 months ago
Move Heavy Loads Without the Mess with xiros® Ball Transfer Units

Find out more about our ball transfer units here: igus.com/xbtu Contact a xiros® product expert: https://www.igus.com/service/contact?contact=0fdebf00-3830-4d27-a482-cf7a7792812d Tired of heavy loads slowing down at the conveyor line for yet another maintenance stop? igus® xiros® ball transfer units let goods glide smoothly in any direction — even under high loads — with low friction and zero grease. They install in minutes and never need lubrication, so your line stays clean and your maintenance schedule stays short. Whether you're moving packages, pallets, or production parts, xiros® ball transfer units keep everything moving without the mess of traditional metal bearings. #igus #xiros #ballbearings #balltransferunits #conveyorsystems #materialhandling #lowfriction #greasefree #maintenancefree #polymerbearings #motionplastics #cleanoperation #manufacturing

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about 2 months ago
Nylon Bars or Self-Lubricating Plastic: Which Material Should You Choose for Moving Parts?

Nylon or self-lubricating plastic? Compare wear resistance, friction, and moisture performance to pick the right bar stock for your application.

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about 2 months ago
A manufacturer’s guide to cobot welding

Cobot welding helps manufacturers boost output up to 400%, cut rework, and close the skilled welder gap — no robotics background required. Learn more in this white paper.

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Is your facility ready for automated material handling? Here’s how to tell

Not sure if your material handling workflow is a good automation candidate? This guide covers which tasks are ready, which robot fits, and where AI and humanoids fit in today.

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2 months ago
How one motor controller can simplify your entire automation system

Simplify your automation system with one motor controller for stepper, DC, and brushless DC motors. Cut engineering time, inventory, and commissioning.

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2 months ago
Why polymer bearings are the preferred choice for medical and laboratory equipment

See how maintenance-free polymer bearings keep medical and lab equipment clean, quiet, and reliable, with no grease or relubrication needed.

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2 months ago
Motion systems for industrial automation

Discover how maintenance-free drylin® linear systems, motors, and controllers reduce downtime, noise, and maintenance costs in industrial automation.

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2 months ago
Custom CNC machining service for wear parts by igus®

Learn more about the igus® custom machining service: https://www.igus.com/custom-parts-services/subtractive-manufacturing/cnc-service Contact an igus® custom parts expert: https://www.igus.com/service/contact?contact=97b0561e-4e70-4e6d-b9a9-cbce8cb027c6 Manufacturing custom wear parts from self-lubricating plastics has never been easier thanks to the custom CNC machining service available from igus. It offers: Instant & transparent pricing Automated feasibility and tolerance checks Predictable service life Get started today and see how your designs can benefit from custom motion plastics components.

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2 months ago
igus® solutions for cantilever RMG cranes

Browse this infographic to discover how igus products can improve cantilever RMG crane design.

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2 months ago
igus® inc – drylin® Linear Systems & dryspin® Lead Screws Expansion Report THREE

Configure your own dryspin® lead screw: https://drylin-leadscrew-configurator.igus.tools/requirements?server=2&l=en&c=US Learn more about dryspin lead screws: https://www.igus.com/lead-screws Contact a dryspin expert: https://www.igus.com/service/contact?contact=8a7e5e6e-a580-4f4e-9c29-db8fa17545ec In the latest video update regarding the igus® lead screw facility, dryspin® Product Manager Sean Fournier covers every new change — from setting up the final machines needed for manufacturing to bringing in nearly 50 tons of lead screw stock, ready to ship across the country.

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2 months ago
How to Strip & Prepare a Shielded Cable for Termination | chainflex® Cables

One of the most common questions we get about our cables is how to properly terminate the shield. Join chainflex® Product Manager Tim Marran to learn popular ways to do that. He’ll also discuss the types of shields used in igus® cables and the best shields for continuous flexing. Learn more about chainflex® flexible cables here: https://www.igus.com/info/chainflex-information Questions? Need to discuss your project? Contact an expert here: https://www.igus.com/info/chainflex-contact

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2 months ago
Cost down, life up – why cable bend radius factor matters

Have you ever wondered what a bend radius factor is for cables? Watch as Product Manager Don Nester and Regional Product Manager Timothy Marran explain the concept and our promise of cost down, life up! Learn more about flexible cables here: https://www.igus.com/info/chainflex-information

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2 months ago
Avoiding Cable Failure – Jacket Failure

Our series on how to avoid cable failure continues with a look at jacket cracking, swelling and abrasion. If your cable’s jacket fails, it can compromise the cable’s electrical and mechanical performance inside your machine. Watch as chainflex® Regional Product Manager Tim Marran explains what causes jacket failure and which cable design features are necessary to prevent unplanned downtime. Check out our cable design basics guide: https://toolbox.igus.com/flexible-cables/designbasics-continuous-flexcables Learn more about chainflex® cables here: https://www.igus.com/info/chainflex-information

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2 months ago
chainflex® flexible cables – How to strip and prepare a cable for termination

Learn more about chainflex® cables here: https://www.igus.com/info/chainflex-information Contact Product Manager Tim Marran here: https://www.igus.com/info/chainflex-contact In this video, learn how to strip back a chainflex® cable with hand tools and prepare the ends for termination

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