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Nylon Bars or Self-Lubricating Plastic: Which Material Should You Choose for Moving Parts?

Nylon or self-lubricating plastic? Compare wear resistance, friction, and moisture performance to pick the right bar stock for your application.

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5 days ago
Is your facility ready for automated material handling? Here’s how to tell

Not sure if your material handling workflow is a good automation candidate? This guide covers which tasks are ready, which robot fits, and where AI and humanoids fit in today.

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12 days ago
How one motor controller can simplify your entire automation system

Simplify your automation system with one motor controller for stepper, DC, and brushless DC motors. Cut engineering time, inventory, and commissioning.

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13 days ago
Why polymer bearings are the preferred choice for medical and laboratory equipment

See how maintenance-free polymer bearings keep medical and lab equipment clean, quiet, and reliable, with no grease or relubrication needed.

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about 2 months ago
Replacing pneumatics with electric linear motion systems

Replacing pneumatics with electric linear motion? See how energy savings, precision, and duty cycle decide where the switch pays off—and where it doesn't.

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2 months ago
5 challenges of linear motion on boats — and how to solve them

Why do linear motion systems fail at sea? Learn about the 5 challenges facing these systems and how to overcome them with dry-running componentry.

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3 months ago
The main 5 iglide® polymer bearing materials

The "main 5" iglide® materials are used in nearly 90% of all bearing applications igus® specs. Learn more about the materials in this blog.

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3 months ago
3 things you need to get right when 3D printing gears

Discover the factors that make the difference between a long-lasting 3D-printed gear and unexpected component failure in this blog.

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4 months ago
The linear bearing decision engineers get wrong: why sliding bearings deserve a second look

Engineers keep defaulting to ball bearings — but in dusty, wet, or food-grade environments, that choice may be costing them. Here's when sliding wins.

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4 months ago
Why polymer rollers are replacing metal in packaging lines

Discover why polymer belt rollers have grown in popularity as a replacement for metal rollers in this blog!

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4 months ago
ACME vs. trapezoidal lead screws: everything you need to know

ACME & trapezoidal lead screws; nearly identical, yet with vital differences. Read the blog to learn about these similarities and differences.

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4 months ago
The influence of temperature on polymer lead screw nuts

Discover how polymer lead screw nuts maintain reliability in extreme temperatures. This blog explores the science of iglide® thermoplastics and how to select the right material for continuous or short-term thermal loads.

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4 months ago
Achieve durable, low-friction surfaces with polymer powder coatings

Learn essential design rules for powder coating, from avoiding edge thinning with rounded corners to using suspension holes for 100% surface coverage. Discover how to optimize your components for a uniform, durable finish.

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5 months ago
Motion plastics for hygienic washdown design and CIP success

Discover how grease-free motion plastics can contribute to successful hygienic washdown design in this blog!

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7 months ago
PFAS in Manufacturing: Risks, Regulations, and Alternatives

Read this blog to learn about the risks of PFAS, how they’re used in the industrial world, and the steps companies like igus are taking to minimize the use of PFAS in its products.

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11 months ago
Key parts of an electric motor

While electric motors may seem complex, their operation is deceptively simple. Learn about the different parts of a motor and how they function in this blog.

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11 months ago
The critical role of grease-free plastics in sterile environments

Learn why igus's grease-free plastics are the superior solution for sterile environments. From FDA compliance to resistance to harsh washdowns and autoclaving, these components provide a cleaner, safer, and more reliable alternative to metal parts.

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12 months ago
ISO classifications and standards for cleanrooms

Cleanrooms are grouped into nine classes according to ISO standards. Learn more about these classes and their requirements in this blog.

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about 1 year ago
The future of drone design: lightweight, durable plastic components

Optimize your drone designs with maintenance-free plastic components: a lighter, more durable alternative to metal parts.

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about 1 year ago
Star quad cables & their advantages over twisted pair cables

Discover how star quad stranding enhances industrial data cable reliability. Learn its advantages for superior noise rejection, magnetic immunity, and durability in dynamic applications.

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about 1 year ago
The crucial role of replacement gears in industrial applications

Discover why high-quality replacement gears are vital for mechanical systems. Learn about production methods, common causes of gear failure, and potential applications.

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