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over 5 years
Got Bearings? Need Customs?

In this post, learn about the different machining and prototyping options available to figure out which method is the most ideal for you custom design.

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over 5 years
7 Benefits of Automation for Small and Medium-sized Businesses

In this post, learn some of the major benefits behind implementing automation solutions for your medium or small business.

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over 5 years
Why A Plastics Manufacturer Designed A Metal Component

In this post, read about our new metal rod ends, which feature all of the benefits offered by our traditional plastic rod ends, but with metal housing.

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over 5 years
FDA-Compliant Magnetic Plastics to Keep Food Safe During Manufacturing

Read this blog to learn why magnetic plastic materials are crucial for the food industry, and discover a self-lubricating, maintenance-free product that helps keep food safe from plastic fragments.

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over 5 years
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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over 5 years
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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almost 6 years ago
Face Mask Vending Machines: Save Cost With The Right Robot

Designing a vending machine that dispenses face masks? Read about the low-cost delta robot offered by igus®, which is ideal for pick & place systems.

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almost 6 years ago
Cost-Effective & Grease-Free Water-Pump Bearings Exist!

In this post, learn about all the advantages offered by switching to water pump bearings made from iglide® highly-engineered plastics.

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almost 6 years ago
What Is iglide®? And, What Does It Do Better Than POM?

In this post, learn about how to look at the true cost of bearings and why comparing plastic materials can be a bit more complex than you might think.

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almost 6 years ago
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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almost 6 years ago
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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almost 6 years ago
Q&A With Dave Spence: “It’s Aviation for the Automotive.”

Read about igus® has supported the automotive industry for decades, supplying engineers with durable components, from Dave Spence, UK Automotive Manager.

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almost 6 years ago
The Hidden Costs of Bearing Systems & Assemblies

Read about the hidden costs associated with parts that require lubrication, and how you can avoid them by using self-lubricating plastics.

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almost 6 years ago
Axial Bearings: 2 Cost-Effective Alternatives

Designing a machine or system that requires bearings with axial support? Learn about these incredible cost-saving alternatives you may not have known about.

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almost 6 years ago
Everyone Can Save on Cable Costs. Here’s How

In this post, read about how a local car wash was able to save money & decrease downtimes by switching to chainflex® cables via our new Price Check system.

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almost 6 years ago
The Unnecessary Plastic Pollution—How Can We Play a Part?

Read about how igus® has invested in Mura Technology''s recycling programs to provide customers with a sustainable way to dispose of their old plastic parts.

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almost 6 years ago
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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almost 6 years ago
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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almost 6 years ago
How Do We Actually Test Our chainflex® Cables?

In this post, we take a deeper dive into the actual ways that we test our cable & how we are able to provide you with accurate service life information.

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almost 6 years ago
3 Tips When Choosing Bearing Dimensions

There are a lot of application factors that can affect your bearing requirements. Read these 3 tips to keep in mind when choosing your bearing dimensions.

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almost 6 years ago
RV slide outs: everything you should know

When designing the ideal RV for your customers, knowing which RV slide-out system will work best is key. In this post, read the differences between each type.

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