dryspin® Lead Screws in Packaging Equipment

Self-lubricating, grease-free dryspin® lead screw assemblies from igus® are an ideal solution all across the packaging industry, from format adjustments and changeovers, to case packers and thermal form machines. Watch this video to learn about the unique benefits offered by igus® lead screw assemblies. Configure your own custom lead screw assembly: https://drylin-leadscrew-configurator.igus.tools/result Choose your lead screw assembly & get accurate service life info: https://drylin-leadscrew-drives-expert.igus.tools/environment Speak to a dryspin® lead screw expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-us?contact=8a7e5e6e-a580-4f4e-9c29-db8fa17545ec

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Norwood Sales – Kwik Koulter & igus® Maintenance Free Bearings

Watch this video to discover how iglide® bearings were able to replace bronze bearings and improve the design of Norwood Sales’ Kwik Koulter product, eliminating the need to grease pivot points while maintaining load bearing capabilities. Learn more about heavy-duty iglide bearings: https://www.igus.com/industries/heavy-duty-bearings Contact a heavy-duty bearings expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-us?contact=41ab9057-4d2f-4816-b220-7ec1fac5521d Learn more about igus’ solutions for the agriculture industry: https://www.igus.com/industry/agricultural-engineering

Food Safe Solution with igubal® Food Contact Spherical Bearings

In food production, bearings need to be suitable for direct food contact without any contamination. One of the most common solutions, metallic ball bearings, require grease to maintain ideal performance, creating a risk of food contamination. Food-safe plastic spherical bearings from igus® don’t require any external lubrication or maintenance, while remaining FDA- and EU-compliant for food contact. igubal® bearings are also metal-detectable, corrosion-resistant, and reduce vibrations. Learn more about FDA-compliant components from igus®: https://www.igus.com/industries/fda-compliant Contact an expert in FDA-compliant components: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-us?contact=269dae3a-2657-4ca8-b88d-c3219c7aa71b

dryspin® Lead Screws in Packaging Machine Changeovers Webinar

Watch this webinar to discover the potential of dry-running dryspin® lead screw assemblies in packaging applications! dryspin® Product Specialist Sean Fournier covers the dryspin® product portfolio, the technology behind dryspin® and its benefits, specific applications of dryspin® in packaging, and more. Learn more about dryspin® lead screw assemblies: https://www.igus.com/lead-screws Contact a lead screw expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-us?contact=8a7e5e6e-a580-4f4e-9c29-db8fa17545ec Discover all igus® solutions for the packaging industry: https://www.igus.com/industries/industries-packaging-industry

Heineken Application Solution with igubal® spherical bearings

In an effort to eliminate costly lubrication-related maintenance from its bottling lines, Heineken Brasil approached igus® looking for a grease-free insert bearing solution to replace the metal bearings used previously. igus® provided dry-running JEM insert bearings, which offered 1:1 replacement of the original bearings. The change saved Heineken Brasil 1,560 hours of maintenance a year. If the change is made at all Heineken locations, 20 tons of lubricant can be eliminated from its bottling lines. Learn more about JEM insert bearings: https://www.igus.com/spherical-bearings/insert-bearings Read the application story here: https://toolbox.igus.com/9301/more-sustainable-beer-production-made-possible-with-plastic-insert-bearings Contact an insert bearings expert: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings/resources/iglide-contact

Rockinger Application Solution with igubal® Self-aligning Bearings

In an effort to reduce time spent on relubrication of its trailer hitches, manufacturer Rockinger sought out igus® to replace the standard metal spherical bearings used with a dry-running plastic alternative. This new solution provides better security against failure, reduces the risk of grease contaminating the environment, and eliminates maintenance costs for this particular part. Learn more about zero-lubrication igus® components: https://www.igus.com/company/zero-additional-lubrication Contact an igus® bearings expert: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings/resources/iglide-contact

Lemken Application Solution iglide® & igutex® bearings

Lemken, a manufacturer of soil cultivation equipment, approached igus with the task of eliminating the need to lubricate 22 lubrication points, per machine, per day. With dry-running iglide® and igutex® plain bearings, this was achieved while also eliminating the possibility of grease entering the environment. Learn how igus® can assist in your agricultural application: https://www.igus.com/industries/industries-agriculture Contact an igus® expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-agricultural-construction-expert

Krones Application Solution with iglide® bearings

Packaging and bottling machine manufacturer Krones approached igus® looking for a bearing solution that would minimize maintenance time in its bottling machines. igus® provided both plain and linear bearings to Krones, allowing the company to design machines that only require maintenance once a year while producing 650,000 bottles a year. Learn how igus® can save you time and money in your packaging application: https://www.igus.com/industries/industries-packaging-industry Speak with an igus® expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-igus

J & M Application Solution with iglide® bearings

U.S.-based agricultural machinery manufacturer J&M has seen great success with an updated design that makes use of dry-running iglide® plain bearings, rather than metal alternatives. These new bearings don’t require maintenance, allowing the machines to process an additional 70 soccer fields worth of land per day. Learn how igus® can assist in your agricultural application: https://www.igus.com/industries/industries-agriculture Contact an igus® expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-agricultural-construction-expert