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almost 6 years ago
What is single pair ethernet and is it here to stay?

Read about single pair ethernet, the exciting new emerging technology in the field of industrial cables that will reduce installation space & lower cost.

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almost 6 years ago
Guidefast® System Installation on a crane girder

This video walks through the installation of an igus® guidefast® trough on a crane girder. Click here to learn more about guidefast®: https://www.igus.com/info/energy-chains-guide-troughs

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almost 6 years ago
Not All Loads are Created Equal Part 1

Learn about the different type of surface loads that can impact your bearing, and how to properly identify the right bearing material based upon load type.

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almost 6 years ago
Bronze bearings over plastic bearings? Think again

Self-lubricating iglide® plastic bearings from igus® offer many advantages over bronze bearings.

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almost 6 years ago
60 seconds with igus® – Oil & Gas – Episode 1

Is igus engineered polymer tough enough for your application? Oil and Gas Industry Manager, Jason Freed answers the question “are igus engineered polymer energy chains strong enough for my machine?”

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almost 6 years ago
6 ways to save on cable cost – Episode 2 – Motor Cables

Access our cable price check here: https://www.igus.com/info/cable-price-check Learn more about chainflex® cables here: https://www.igus.com/info/chainflex-information Watch now for more information.

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almost 6 years ago
6 ways to save on cable cost – Episode 3 – Data Cables

Access our cable price check here: https://www.igus.com/info/cable-price-check Learn more about chainflex® cables here: https://www.igus.com/info/chainflex-information Watch now for more information.

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almost 6 years ago
6 ways to save on cable cost – Episode 4 – Servo Motor Feedback Cables

Access our cable price check here: https://www.igus.com/info/cable-price-check Learn more about chainflex® cables here: https://www.igus.com/info/chainflex-information Watch now for more information.

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almost 6 years ago
6 ways to save on cable cost – Episode 5 – Servo Power Cables

Access our cable price check here: https://www.igus.com/info/cable-price-check Learn more about chainflex® cables here: https://www.igus.com/info/chainflex-information Watch now for more information.

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almost 6 years ago
6 ways to save on cable cost – Episode 6 – Ethernet Cables

Access our cable price check here: https://www.igus.com/info/cable-price-check Learn more about chainflex® cables here: https://www.igus.com/info/chainflex-information Watch now for more information.

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almost 6 years ago
Do plain bearings with large wall thicknesses offer advantages inside heavy-duty applications?

Do plain bearings with large wall thicknesses offer advantages inside heavy-duty applications? I say no. Here''s why.

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almost 6 years ago
How Does the Classic e-chain® Cable Carrier Adapt to IoT & Industry 4.0?

Read about how the classic e-chain® cable carrier, introduced over 50 years ago, has adapted to Iot and Industry 4.0, along with other industrial products.

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almost 6 years ago
What is the Difference Between a Motor Cable and a Control Cable?

Read about the differences between a motor cable from a control cable, in addition to what elements they have in common and how you can save you cost.

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almost 6 years ago
Sealed Bearings: What are the options?

Sometimes the best solution is an old-fashioned one! This post reviews how a felt ring protects the bearing and shaft and helps avoid hundreds of hours of maintenance.

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almost 6 years ago
What is the inner jacket of a cable?

Learn more about the function of a cable''s inner jacket and how igus® has innovated this cable element to save you time and cost.

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almost 6 years ago
Shaft considerations for bearing applications

Agriculture, construction, and heavy duty all deal with harsh, dirty, and corrosive environments. Your bearings have to hold up! Shaft hardness plays a major role avoiding maintenance.

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almost 6 years ago
How to Select Plain Bearings for Sheet Metal

Learn which factors make a plain bearing ideal for use within sheet metal despite it being a thin-walled structure.

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almost 6 years ago
How Long Will My Cable Management System Last?

Read about how long your cable management system should last, and how we use our service life calculator to expertly predict when you''ll need to replace it.

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almost 6 years ago
Why are there color variations between extruded aluminum linear rails and shafting?

Ever wonder why your aluminum shafting & linear rails are different colors? Read why this occurs, and the good reason behind it.

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almost 6 years ago
How Online 3D-Print Tools Have Changed Prototyping

Learn about how 3d print services have made prototyping more efficient & accurate than ever before through the power of web-based tools.

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almost 6 years ago
Hey Engineers, Interested in Reducing Avoidable Warranty Claims?

Ever wondered how you might reduce the amount of warranty claims due to replacement parts? Read about these maintenance-free solutions.

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