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New! delta robot from igus® at IMTS 2018

The igus® delta robot provides a thrifty and simple automation solution for pick-and-place tasks. These maintenance-free, lightweight robots start at $6,200 and are available in easy-to-assemble kits

triflex® – RSE linear retraction system

The igus triflex® - RSE linear retraction system is the newest technology available in the marketplace. It will reduce cable lengths and improve productivity. For more information visit: https://www.

drylin® linear robot gantry system for pick and place: o-ring application

Learn more about low-cost igus gantry robots here: https://www.igus.com/info/gantry-robots Check out this gantry pick and place robot developed by commonplace robotics GmbH. This system employs the fo

igus® robolink® Assembly Part 1 – worm gear

delta pick and place robot in action

The advantages of the drylin® delta robots include cost-effective alternative to usual delta kinematics. Ready-made system based on the drylin® modular kit. No additional lubricant necessary and the

Installation of an igus® guidefast control system on a crane girder

This video walks through the installation of an igus® guidefast® trough on a crane girder.

Does that really have to be greased? Episode 1: The Stroller

In this episode of of Does that really have to be greased? Our main character is a mother packing up for vacation just trying to avoid a slippery and messy situation. See how the problem of a greasy b

New igus® linear bearing with easily replaceable liner

Watch Linear Bearing Product Manager, Matt Mowry, describe the benefits of the drylin W with its very easy to replace sliding liner. This allows engineers and maintenance personnel to replace the slid

Linear bearing corrosion resistance test

This video puts standard greased recirculating ball linear bearings against the igus drylin t self-lubricated sliding bearings in a corrosion test. Watch as both linear systems are submerged in water

How to install an igus® triflex® RSE cable management system on a six-axis robot

Step by step installation of an igus triflex RSE retraction cable management system. This video walks through everything from what tools you will need to how to fine tune the system for use. Learn mo

igus® solutions at the Superwurm Factory

See how drylin®, e-chain® and igubal® are used in automated technology for worm farming.

Cable management used in stage and theater industry applications

This video shows e-chain® zig-zag cable carriers operating in an opera/stage setting. This helps demonstrate how igus has solved problems in the stage and theater environment. Learn more about all of

Top 10 New igus® Products for 2018

Unveiling and demonstrating our top 10 new products at the Hannover Fair in Germany.

igus® SE & Co. KG Factory Enhancements 2018

This videos shows the technological advancements, increases in capacity, automation, and structural changes that have happened at the igus headquarters in Cologne Germany during 2017 and 2018

Linear bearing sound test: Plastic vs. Metal

We measure the amount of sound created when using different types of linear bearings. Noise can be a major factor when choosing choosing which linear bearing technology suites your application