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almost 6 years ago
What Effects Does Electromobility Have on the Machine Tool Industry?

In this post, learn about how electromobility has changed the ways we approach design and why highly-engineered plastic components are the most ideal.

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almost 6 years ago
Need Cables for Machinery in a Cold Environment? Here’s What You Should Consider First

In this post, read about machinery that is operating in extremely cold environments & how chainflex® cables can help you avoid cable failures.

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about 6 years
What Is the Maximum Tensile Strain of a Cable?

In this post, read about the maximum tensile strength of a cable within certain applications, and how chainflex® cables can help solve a lot of tension issues.

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about 6 years
chainflex® Flexible Cables Used at Great Heights

In this post, read about what happens when cable is used at large heights, like port & terminal cranes, and how chainflex® cables can help avoid a standstill.

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about 6 years
Why Are Plastic Components Ideal for the Packaging and Food Industries?

In this post, learn why igus® plastic components are ideal for the packaging & food industries beyond being dry-running, hygienic & corrosion-resistant.

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about 6 years
Fiber Optic Cables For More Than Just Internet

Many of us are aware of the transmission benefits that fiber optic cable provides & in this post, we discuss more connections than just internet.

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about 6 years
Why Flexible Cables Are NOT a Wear-resistant Part

In this post, we explain why flexible cables are not a wear-resistant part & also compare standard cables vs chainflex® cables.

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about 6 years
chainflex® Flexible Cables in Storage and Retrieval Units

Since the requirements for storage & retrieval units are becoming increasingly complex, learn about flexible cables that can handle any job.

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about 6 years
What Goes on Inside Our Flexible Cables Test Lab?

In this post, learn about the chainflex test laboratory and the specific tests that are cables are put through daily.

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about 6 years
What Is a Corkscrew in a Cable and How Can You Avoid It?

Many of us have dealt with corkscrewed cables before. In this post, learn what a corkscrew is, how it develops and, of course, how it can be avoided.

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about 6 years
chainflex® Cables Used In Industrial Robots

In this post, read about chainflex cables at work within industrial robots and automation solutions.

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about 6 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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about 6 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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about 6 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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about 6 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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about 6 years
How to Choose a Linear Actuator

Screw-driven or belt-driven? Compare thrust, travel, speed, accuracy, and maintenance to choose the right linear actuator for your application.

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about 6 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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about 6 years
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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about 6 years
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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about 6 years
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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about 6 years
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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