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How to Choose a Linear Actuator

In this post, read about the different types of linear actuators and how each one will work in regard to your machine or system.

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Hidden (And Some Not So Hidden) Ways Linear Plain Bearings Can Save Cost In The Long Run

In this post, read about how you could save cost over time, while improving the performance of your machine, by switching to plastic linear bearings.

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drylin® – Tech Up Cost Down!

Visit our webpage to learn more about the technical advantages of drylin® linear bearings: https://www.igus.com/info/drylin-linear-guides-overview Or read this blog post to learn how our linear bearin

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Overview – drylin® linear actuators August 30s Ad

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Overview – linear bearings & slides from drylin®

What makes drylin® linear bearings and slides so unique? Their self-lubricating plastic components, reduced weight and corrosion resistance, just to name a few examples. Watch as drylin® Product Manag

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Fly Dry: Thermoplastic Bearings and Linear Slides Within Aircraft Interiors

Read how grease-free plastic bearings & linear slides can not only improve your aircraft interiors, but also improve air travel for your customers.

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On the Road Again: Thermoplastic Bearings & Linear Guides in the RV Industry

In this post from Matt Mowry, read about how plastic linear bearings play a huge role RV systems & applications.

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Top 12 dry-tech® new products 2020 – iglide® & drylin®

This year, we're bringing you more than 100 new innovative products that help reduce the costs and improve the performance of your machine. Watch to learn more!

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How To Mount A Motor Onto An igus® Linear Actuator

In this post, read about what data is required when selecting the best motor for your application and how to mount it onto a linear actuator.

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Five Industries That Benefit From Plastic Linear Plain Bearings

In this post, drylin® Product Manager, Matt Mowry, discusses five industries that greatly benefit from dry-running plastic linear plain bearings.

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drylin® linear actuators – Overview

Learn more about drylin® linear actuators here: https://www.igus.com/info/linear-actuators Or find a linear actuator that meets your application's specific requirements here: https://www.igus.com/info

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drylin® – Learn to calculate the lifetime of dryspin® leadscrew systems

Try out our lead screw product finder here: https://drylin-leadscrew-drives-expert.igus.tools/requirements Need a leadscrew but don't know where to start? igus® has a tool for that! Our online product

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How Do Plastic Linear Plain Bearings Work Without Lubrication?

In this post, Matt Mowry goes deeper into the construction of plastic linear plain bearings to demonstrate how they work without the need for any lubrication.

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How to Make a Lead Screw

Read about how lead screws are made, and the differences between the two manufacturing processes used: thread rolling and thread whirling.

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Lose That Extra Weight Quick! The Benefits of Lightweight Linear Bearings

Read about the various benefits behind using lightweight linear bearings within your application, such as increased mobility and reduced costs.

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What is a Linear Actuator & Why Would You Want One?

Read about what actually defines a linear actuator & why they are more in-demand than ever, along with the various types available for linear motion applications.

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A slide-in camper that slides out instead of popping up for 25% more space

Read about how drylin® linear slides enable this camper to smoothly expand by sliding out, instead of the traditional pop-up system.

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What the Heck is a Linear Plain Bearing?

Read this post to learn about the differences between linear plain bearings and recirculating ball bearings for linear motion applications.

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Designing drylin® linear bearing systems faster

Try out the drylin® linear guides configurator here: https://www.igus.com/iglidurConf/Iglidur/Step1 Did you know that igus® offers a free online configurator and lifetime calculator for its linear gui

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Which Shaft Material is Best for My Application?

Read about the various shaft materials available for linear bearings, and how each one is designed to meet specific application requirements.

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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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