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over 1 year ago
Remotion Application Solution with drylin® Linear Actuators

Robots performing environmentally conscious tasks shouldn’t have a negative impact on the environment — yet this was almost the case with an underwater robot from Remotion designed to treat ship hulls. Greased ball bearing systems were originally considered for this application, but the grease would have leached into the surrounding environment, causing pollution and damage. Remotion came to igus® to find a more environmentally friendly solution, and ultimately decided upon drylin® linear bearings, which do not require any external grease or lubrication. The drylin bearings offered corrosion-resistance, reduced maintenance costs, and zero environmental pollution.

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over 1 year ago
10 tips for long-lasting energy supply systems in rotary applications

Providing power, data, fiber optics and other media for rotating applications is a major challenge for machine designers. This design guide will offer valuable tips to optimize your rotary power supply with e-chain cable carriers.

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over 1 year ago
Oil and Gas Brochure

Machinery used for oil and gas extraction, such as drilling equipment, is frequently exposed to dirt, saltwater, vibrations, extreme temperatures, mechanical stress and risk of explosion. Downtime is costly in these conditions, but energy chains from igus® offer the high performance needed to ensure continuous, failsafe operation. Learn more in our Oil and Gas industry brochure.

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over 1 year ago
Get your Heavy Duty Sample Box Today!

Heavy-duty bearings from igus® are perfect for use within dusty and dirty environments. In this video, we get hands on and show off just how well igus®’ heavy-duty plastic bearings can perform even when covered in dirt and dust. Request your own heavy-duty bearings sample box: https://www.igus.com/industries/heavy-duty-sample-box-request Learn more about heavy-duty bearings from igus®: https://www.igus.com/industries/heavy-duty-bearings

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over 1 year ago
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

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over 1 year ago
Understanding changeover time and how to minimize it

A key goal in any packaging operation is to minimize changeover time and maximize production time and output. Read on to learn about strategies for minimizing changeover time and making your packaging operation more efficient.

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over 1 year ago
Say Goodbye to Lubrication – Transforming Heavy-Duty Equipment with Dry running Plastics from igus®

Tired of needing to constantly lubricate your heavy-duty machinery? Looking for a grease-free alternative that can still meet your application’s requirements? Look no further than igus’® selection of dry-running bearings and cable carriers. These products are perfect for heavy-duty equipment, boasting incredible strength and resistance to dirt, dust, corrosion, and other harsh conditions. Watch this webinar to learn more! For further information, visit our website: https://www.igus.com/industries/heavy-duty-industries Contact a heavy-duty bearings expert: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings/resources/iglide-contact Contact a heavy-duty cable carriers expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-stephen-bowman

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almost 2 years ago
Zero Lubrication Solutions for Medical Equipment Webinar

Watch this webinar to learn about grease-free components for igus® and how they can be used to design more effective and efficient medical equipment. igus® components such as cable carriers, lead screw assemblies, linear actuators, plain bearings and more are all available for use within medical equipment, and offer vast improvements over alternatives. Learn more about igus® solutions for the medical industry: https://www.igus.com/industries/medical-industry Request a medical industry sample box: https://www.igus.com/industries/medical-industry/medical-sample-request-form Contact a medical industry expert: https://www.igus.com/industries/medical-industry/medical-contact

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almost 2 years ago
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

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almost 2 years ago
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

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almost 2 years ago
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

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almost 2 years ago
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

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almost 2 years ago
More sustainable beer production made possible with plastic insert bearings

Discover how Heineken saved over 1,500 man hours a year by switching to self-lubricating JEM insert bearings in this application story.

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almost 2 years ago
Tips to select and design vertical energy supply systems for stage lighting equipment

When media, energy and data have to be moved vertically, special solutions are required for safe and reliable cable guidance. Learn more about these solutions in this white paper.

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almost 2 years ago
Heavy Duty Industry Brochure

Explore igus®'s heavy-duty solutions featuring corrosion-resistant e-chains®, iglide® bearings, and GKF shafting, engineered to withstand extreme conditions in industries like mining, construction, and oil & gas.

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almost 2 years ago
Planetary gears and their use in bicycles

Planetary gears are the ideal solution for bike gearboxes. Learn how RCYL is taking plastic planetary gears and using them in a nearly 100% plastic bike in this blog.

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almost 2 years ago
The Role of Linear Actuators in the Miniaturization of Medical Equipment

Miniature linear actuators play a key role in medical equipment becoming smaller. Learn more about the potential of miniaturized medical equipment in this white paper.

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almost 2 years ago
PFAS in focus: Planned restrictions, challenges and solutions for the industry

Discover the truth about PFAS polymers, their impact on humans and the environment, and how companies are developing healthier & safer alternatives in this white paper.

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about 2 years
igutex® bearing range vs bronze bearings

The debate between bronze and plastic bearings has been around for ages. Historically, bronze was considered superior, but this is no longer the case thanks to the plastic bearings available from igus. Read the blog to learn more.

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about 2 years
Go Zero Lubrication with AI

Discover the negative impact of using lubricating grease in this infographic, as well as how to completely eliminate lubricating grease from your application.

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about 2 years
Challenges for medical device manufacturers

In such a crucial industry for innovative technologies, this blog looks at the challenges these medical equipment manufacturers face.

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