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igus® Conveyor Rollers for Krones Packaging System

Maintenance-free, self-lubricating conveyor rollers made of high-performance polymers ensure the safe transfer of products in conveyor belt systems.

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over 2 years
Self-Lubricating Polymer Ball Bearings from xiros®

xiros® polymer ball bearings are a cost-effective, corrosion-resistant, and self-lubricating alternative to steel ball bearings. Learn more about xiros® here.

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over 2 years
How are chainflex® cables compliant with NFPA 79?

In this blog post, we'll explain 7 ways that chainflex® cables meet the requirements of the relevant sections in NFPA 79 that address cables used in flexing applications.

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over 2 years
Science Friction Podcast – Episode 5: Alfred from Dexai Robotics

Hosts Adam and Avory speak with Justin Rooney from Dexai Robotics about their flexible robotic arm (and sous chef), Alfred. Designed with self-lubricating iglide® PRT slewing rings, Alfred uses differ

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over 2 years
iglide® PRT-04 Slewing Ring Bearings

PRT-04 slewing ring bearings feature self-lubricating sliding elements instead of metal balls. Watch this video to learn more about the advantages of PRT-04.

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Don’t Sweat It: Self-lubricating Compound Polymer Bearings for Fitness Equipment Are Maintenance-fre

In this blog post, we will explore the main advantages of self-lubricating compound polymer bearings most relevant to the fitness equipment industry.

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over 2 years
Science Friction Podcast – Episode 4: The M1 Caliber from REEKON Tools

Hosts Adam and Avory speak with Alex LeGendre, a former project manager at REEKON Tools, about the company's M1 Caliber. It's a measuring device that makes it easier for professionals to cut materials

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over 2 years
Reduce Weight & Eliminate Grease in Automotive Applications with dryspin® lead screws Webinar

Visit our dryspin® automotive page here: https://www.igus.com/info/dryspin-automotive In this 30-minute long webinar, learn about the variety of automotive applications for our lead screws and plast

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over 2 years
Science Friction Podcast – Episode 3: UN&UP

In this episode, hosts Adam and Avory speak with Mike Sabo from UN&UP, a medical device company located in St. Louis, Missouri, about their robotic system designed to treat abnormal heart rhythms.

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over 2 years
triflex® R: Robot Cable Management Retraction Systems (1m)

Learn more about triflex® R here: https://www.igus.com/info/robot-dresspack-retraction-systems Contact igus® here with any questions or to discuss your robotic application: https://www.igus.com/info/

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over 2 years
iglide® Polymer Bearings for the Construction Industry

iglide® bearings are designed with materials that offer various advantages over metal, and can bear the tough environment of the construction industry.

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over 2 years
Science Friction Podcast – Episode 2 : University of Oklahoma College of Law

In this episode, hosts Adam Spacht and Avory Brookins speak with Kenton Brice from the University of Oklahoma College of Law about a TV monitor slide project at the school''s library, which is designed

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triflex® R: Robot Dresspacks for Multi-Axis Robots

Learn more about triflex® R here: https://www.igus.com/info/robot-dresspack-retraction-systems Contact igus® here with any questions or to discuss your robotic application: https://www.igus.com/info/

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igus® works with AlpinaTec: Cable & Carriers for Space Debris Radar Technology

Learn more about e-chains® here: https://www.igus.com/info/cable-carriers And more about chainflex® here: https://www.igus.com/info/chainflex-information You can also contact us here to discuss solu

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over 2 years
Designing Skid Steers With a Shorter Preventative Maintenance Checklist

In this blog post, we'll lay out typical preventative maintenance measures for skid steers and talk about how self-lubricating plastic parts help to shorten that checklist.

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over 2 years
Science Friction Podcast – Episode 1: R Theta Bot from 72 Concepts

In this episode, hosts Avory Brookins and Adam Spacht sit down with Josh Scott of 72 Concepts, a custom engineering company out of Houston, Texas. The trio discuss the company''s machine-tending device called the R Theta Bot, which was developed for engineers looking for a cost-effective solution with just enough speed and precision. Later on in the conversation, the group dives deeper into the world of automation and Industry 4.0 as a whole.

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over 2 years
Join the outside sales team at igus®! (30s)

Join the igus® outside sales team today! Check out open positions here: igus.com/info/company-open-positions Contact us here with any questions: https://www.igus.com/info/contact-igus Hear from some

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almost 3 years ago
dryspin® Lead Screws for the Packaging Industry | Brief Overview

Check out this blog post to learn more about bronze lead screw nut replacement: https://toolbox.igus.com/motion-plastics-blog/lead-screws-and-polymer-nuts-for-the-packaging-industry-convert-rotary-mo

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almost 3 years ago
Lead Screws and Polymer Nuts for the Packaging Industry

Leads screws with metal nuts may have been your go-to solution in the past, but opting for high-performance polymers in the future could increase the service life of your application. Learn more here.

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almost 3 years ago
How to choose the right wear ring for your application

Slot design, fixing groove depth and width, and material all play an important role in the performance and lifetime of your wear ring.

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almost 3 years ago
The Pros and Cons of Plastic Bearings

Some cons of using plastic bearings include that they cannot handle extreme load capacities, extreme temperatures or high rotations per minute. Pros include the ability to handle edge loads and more.

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