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over 4 years
There’s an Easier Way to Strip Your Cables

In this post, read about the development of the CFStrip from igus®, and how it was devised to be an easier method for stripping highly specialized cable.

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over 4 years
Solar Panels: Internal Tests Confirm the Reliability of Engineered Plastic Components

In this post, read about the internal testing that takes place within our test laboratory to calculate and improve wear & tear for solar panels.

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almost 5 years ago
What You Should Know About Lubricating Plastic Threads

In this post, read about lubricating plastic threads, even with self-lubricating properties & why self-lubricating plastic nuts are still superior to metal.

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almost 5 years ago
How to assemble a spindle motor

In this post, learn how spindle motors work and how to assemble one yourself.

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almost 5 years ago
3 Ways to Reduce Costs of Injection-Molded Parts

In this post, we discuss reducing the costs of injection molding parts for your application, and three ways that could help.

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almost 5 years ago
The 3 Most Common Misconceptions About Plastic Plain Bearings

In this post, read about the 3 most common misconceptions about bearings, and why you might want to start using them more in your applications.

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almost 5 years ago
What Is Axial Play and How Can You Reduce It?

In this post, read about the lost movement, or backlash, that can occur with threaded nuts made from plastic and how you can reduce the backlash.

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almost 5 years ago
How to Solder On Your Own and Get High Quality Results

In this post, read about how you can solder materials yourself right from home and still produce high-quality results.

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almost 5 years ago
Tips for Gluing Plastic Plain Bearings

In this post, read about why glueing in your plastic bearings may be the only option sometimes, and how you can do this properly.

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almost 5 years ago
Cable Abrasion: What You Should Know

In this post, read about how cable abrasion occurs and why abrasion resistant cables are extremely important for the life of certain applications.

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almost 5 years ago
Ball Screw vs. Lead Screw: How To Choose The Right One

In this post, Matt Mowry, drylin Product Manager, discusses the difference between ball screws and lead screws and when to use each for your application.

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almost 5 years ago
Why are Cables Different Colors?

In this post, we discuss the different color of cables and their outer jackets, and why these colors are important all around the world.

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almost 5 years ago
How Does Moisture Affect Plain Bearings?

In this post, we discuss how moisture can affect metal plain bearings and their installation points, and why plastic materials are often the ideal solution.

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almost 5 years ago
Polymer Ball Bearings Withstand Extreme Heat in Pellet Stove

In this post, we discuss pellet stoves developed by the Koppe company, which are focused on sustainability & use plastic ball bearings in extreme heat.

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almost 5 years ago
Customer Service Makes All the Difference. Here’s How We Stand Out

In this post, Rob Mammone discusses how excellent customer service & attention to customer''s needs can greatly impact the cable carrier buying process.

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almost 5 years ago
This igus® Energy Chain Ran for 18 Years, Despite Harsh Environmental Conditions

In this post, read about an e-chain® roller chain that was placed in an extremely harsh environment, and ran for 18 years without failure.

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almost 5 years ago
Eliminate Unplanned Downtime with Machine Condition Monitoring for Cable Carriers

In this post, learn about how you can completely eliminate unplanned downtime through the use of condition monitoring sensors.

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almost 5 years ago
Slewing Ring Ball Bearings for a Wide Variety of Applications

In this post, learn about slewing ring ball bearings, which combine the rotational capabilities of slewing rings with ball bearing technology.

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almost 5 years ago
Low-Cost Automation Solutions to Keep Workers Safe and Your Business’s Financials in Check

In this post, learn about cost-effective industrial automation solutions and how they can help you increase efficiency while keeping employees safe.

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almost 5 years ago
7 Reasons Why Plastic Bearings be Illin’ Within Lab & Hospital Devices

In this post, learn why plastic bearings are ideal for hospital and lab environments due to their hygienic, dry-running properties.

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almost 5 years ago
Why Are There Ethernet Cables With 600V UL?

In this blog post, read about when you should use a 600V cable in your system & why this is especially important to consider when laying down multiple cables.

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