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5 days ago
Achieve longer lasting plain bearings in just four steps

Read this white paper to learn about the four key questions you need to ask when selecting bearings to avoid premature wear and damage.

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about 2 months ago
iglide® Bearings – Main Four FDA Materials

Looking for FDA-compliant bearings for your next project? Watch this video to learn about the main four FDA-compliant materials used in iglide® bearings, including some of their mechanical properties and ideal areas of application. Learn more about FDA-compliant products from igus®: https://www.igus.com/industry/food-and-packaging/fda-and-eu-compliant-products Browse the 17 standard iglide® bearing materials: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-us?contact=41ab9057-4d2f-4816-b220-7ec1fac5521d

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3 months ago
igutex® plain bearings installation fact sheet

Download PDF igutex fiber-wound TX1 and TX3 bearings are ideal for heavy-duty applications. Read this fact sheet to learn more about their installation in regards to press-fit, freezing and heating.

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4 months ago
Endless Solutions with iglide® bearings!

No matter if your application faces extreme loads, water exposure, dirt and dust, or any other harsh conditions, there’s an iglide® bearing for you. With dozens of materials and capabilities for custom bearing dimensions, there’s no challenge too steep for iglide®. Learn more about iglide® bearings: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings Browse the 17 standard iglide® materials: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-us?contact=41ab9057-4d2f-4816-b220-7ec1fac5521d

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5 months ago
iglide® Bearings – iglide® X

Learn more about our most common iglide® materials here:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert with this form:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-contact In this video, iglide® bearings product manager Hope Mammone discusses one of the main 5 materials used in iglide® products: iglide X!

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5 months ago
iglide® Bearings – iglide® W300

Learn more about our most common iglide® materials here:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert with this form:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-contact In this video, iglide® bearings product manager Hope Mammone discusses one of the main 5 materials used in iglide® products: iglide W300!

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5 months ago
iglide® Bearings – iglide® M250

Learn more about our most common iglide® materials here:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert with this form:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-contact In this video, iglide® bearings product manager Hope Mammone discusses one of the main 5 materials used in iglide® products: iglide M250!

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5 months ago
iglide® Bearings – iglide® J

Learn more about our most common iglide® materials here:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert with this form:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-contact In this video, iglide® bearings product manager Hope Mammone discusses one of the main 5 materials used in iglide® products: iglide G!

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5 months ago
iglide® Bearings – iglide® G

Learn more about our most common iglide® materials here:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert with this form:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-contact In this video, iglide® bearings product manager Hope Mammone discusses one of the main 5 materials used in iglide® products: iglide G!

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5 months ago
iglide® Bearings – Main 5 Materials 2025

Learn more about our most common iglide® materials here: https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert with this form: https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-contact Or call us at (800) 521-2747 In this video, iglide® bearings product manager Nicole Lang discusses the main 5 materials used in iglide® products, as well as some of their most common applications.

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5 months 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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5 months ago
iglide® Bearing Solutions for Windshields

Automotive components, especially those exposed to the elements, need to be reliable, robust, and resistant to all kinds of weather effects. iglide® bearings from igus® meet all of these requirements, and are the perfect solution for automotive windshield wipers. Watch this video to learn more. Learn more about iglide bearings for automotive applications: https://www.igus.com/industries/automotive-onboard-bearings Contact an igus automotive expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-us?contact=9843862e-e1d1-4480-9704-aabd91322784

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6 months ago
Say Goodbye to Lubrication – Transforming Heavy-Duty Equipment with Dry running Plastics from igus®

Tired of needing to constantly lubricate your heavy-duty machinery? Looking for a grease-free alternative that can still meet your application’s requirements? Look no further than igus’® selection of dry-running bearings and cable carriers. These products are perfect for heavy-duty equipment, boasting incredible strength and resistance to dirt, dust, corrosion, and other harsh conditions. Watch this webinar to learn more! For further information, visit our website: https://www.igus.com/industries/heavy-duty-industries Contact a heavy-duty bearings expert: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings/resources/iglide-contact Contact a heavy-duty cable carriers expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-stephen-bowman

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6 months ago
Navigating smoothly: the power of dry-running, maintenance-free components aboard boats

Discover how plastic components can outperform metal in marine applications, along with the specific benefits of plastic components, in this blog.

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about 1 year ago
iglide® Q3E One Sheet

Learn more about iglide Q3E, a heavy-duty bearing that is a cost-effective alternative to fiber-wound bearings for many applications.

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about 1 year ago
The comprehensive guide to iglide® materials

This infographic provides an in-depth look at iglide bearing materials and the specific advantages of each. Discover the potential of iglide bearings today!

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about 1 year ago
Get your Heavy Duty Sample Box Today!

Heavy-duty bearings from igus® are perfect for use within dusty and dirty environments. In this video, we get hands on and show off just how well igus®’ heavy-duty plastic bearings can perform even when covered in dirt and dust. Request your own heavy-duty bearings sample box: https://www.igus.com/industries/heavy-duty-sample-box-request Learn more about heavy-duty bearings from igus®: https://www.igus.com/industries/heavy-duty-bearings

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about 1 year ago
Test Before You Invest: The igus® Test Lab

Real-world testing is essential in mechanical applications. This is why igus has created a 41,000-square-foot test lab to conduct customer testing. Read this tech talk to learn more.

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about 1 year ago
Say Goodbye to Lubrication – Transforming Heavy-Duty Equipment with Dry running Plastics from igus®

Tired of needing to constantly lubricate your heavy-duty machinery? Looking for a grease-free alternative that can still meet your application’s requirements? Look no further than igus’® selection of dry-running bearings and cable carriers. These products are perfect for heavy-duty equipment, boasting incredible strength and resistance to dirt, dust, corrosion, and other harsh conditions. Watch this webinar to learn more! For further information, visit our website: https://www.igus.com/industries/heavy-duty-industries Contact a heavy-duty bearings expert: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings/resources/iglide-contact Contact a heavy-duty cable carriers expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-stephen-bowman

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over 1 year ago
Lemken Application Solution iglide® & igutex® bearings

Lemken, a manufacturer of soil cultivation equipment, approached igus with the task of eliminating the need to lubricate 22 lubrication points, per machine, per day. With dry-running iglide® and igutex® plain bearings, this was achieved while also eliminating the possibility of grease entering the environment. Learn how igus® can assist in your agricultural application: https://www.igus.com/industries/industries-agriculture Contact an igus® expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-agricultural-construction-expert

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over 1 year ago
Krones Application Solution with iglide® bearings

Packaging and bottling machine manufacturer Krones approached igus® looking for a bearing solution that would minimize maintenance time in its bottling machines. igus® provided both plain and linear bearings to Krones, allowing the company to design machines that only require maintenance once a year while producing 650,000 bottles a year. Learn how igus® can save you time and money in your packaging application: https://www.igus.com/industries/industries-packaging-industry Speak with an igus® expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-igus

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