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22 days ago
Free iglide® Bearing Samples: Try Before You Buy

The iglide® bearings sample box brings you select samples from the 70+ bearing materials on offer from igus®. Order yours today and get hands-on experience with the self-lubricating, maintenance-free bearings that transform motion applications.

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27 days ago
Move Heavy Loads Without the Mess with xiros® Ball Transfer Units

Find out more about our ball transfer units here: igus.com/xbtu Contact a xiros® product expert: https://www.igus.com/service/contact?contact=0fdebf00-3830-4d27-a482-cf7a7792812d Tired of heavy loads slowing down at the conveyor line for yet another maintenance stop? igus® xiros® ball transfer units let goods glide smoothly in any direction — even under high loads — with low friction and zero grease. They install in minutes and never need lubrication, so your line stays clean and your maintenance schedule stays short. Whether you're moving packages, pallets, or production parts, xiros® ball transfer units keep everything moving without the mess of traditional metal bearings. #igus #xiros #ballbearings #balltransferunits #conveyorsystems #materialhandling #lowfriction #greasefree #maintenancefree #polymerbearings #motionplastics #cleanoperation #manufacturing

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about 1 month 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
igus® solutions for cantilever RMG cranes

Browse this infographic to discover how igus products can improve cantilever RMG crane design.

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about 2 months ago
Plastic ball transfer units: a promising alternative to metal

Compare plastic vs. metal ball transfer units on weight, cost, maintenance, and sustainability — and see where self-lubricating plastics come out ahead.

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3 months ago
Designing with polymer bearings & motion plastics

Polymer bearings can outlast metal—or fail in months—based on the system around them. Learn more in this white paper.

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3 months ago
igubal® insert bearings brochure

Browse igubal® insert bearing product offerings and discover how they can transform your application in this brochure!

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4 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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4 months ago
iglide® Bearing Main 5 Materials Data Sheet

Browse this catalog data sheet to reference the Main 5 Most Popular iglide® Plain Bearings

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4 months ago
iglide® A350 Phase Out Update

The FDA-compliant iglide® A350 material is being phased out due to legislation going into effect January 2nd, 2028. In this video, iglide Product Manager Hope Mammone goes over how this will impact customers currently using A350 and the new material alternative — iglide A351 — that will offer a direct replacement option for existing A350 components. Learn more about FDA-compliant components from igus®: https://www.igus.com/industry/food-and-packaging/fda-and-eu-compliant-products Contact an iglide® bearings expert: https://www.igus.com/service/contact?contact=41ab9057-4d2f-4816-b220-7ec1fac5521d

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4 months ago
Tips for designing effective gear geometries

Learn how to design effective gear geometries — covering tooth profiles, pressure angles, load capacity, and tips to minimize wear, noise, and system failures.

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4 months ago
iglide® Belt Roller Solutions Overview

Plastic iglide® belt rollers from igus® offer major advantages over standard metal rollers, including maintenance-free, grease-free operation, improved wear resistance, and even FDA compliance. Watch this video to learn more about how iglide® belt rollers can improve your application. Learn more about iglide® belt rollers: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings/conveyor-rollers Contact a rollers expert: https://www.igus.com/service/contact?contact=41ab9057-4d2f-4816-b220-7ec1fac5521d

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4 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 Ultimate PRT Slewing Rings Guide

The complete guide to igus® PRT slewing rings: compare series, materials, drive options, accessories, and real-world applications — all in one place.

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4 months ago
Heavy Duty Bearings Wear Flyer

Browse this flyer for wear and edge load test data with iglide® and igutex® plain bearings ideal for heavy duty applications

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5 months ago
Tribo Coating Solutions with iglide®

Streamline your processes without the need for extra components or large design overhauls. Learn about iglide® tribocoating powder — and its ability to transform your metal parts with reduced friction, wear, and maintenance costs — in this video. Learn more about iglide® tribocoating: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings/coating-powder-for-bearings Contact a tribocoating expert: https://www.igus.com/service/contact?contact=41ab9057-4d2f-4816-b220-7ec1fac5521d

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5 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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5 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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6 months ago
iglide® TX1 Bearings – Heavy Duty Datasheet

Read this datasheet to browse the iglide® TX1 heavy-duty bearings product range with dimensions, material properties, friction and wear.

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7 months ago
Typical bearing damage patterns and how to avoid them

Damage to plain bearings can be caused by a variety of factors. This white paper will provide an overview of some of the most common types of bearing damage and how they can be avoided.

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8 months ago
Plastic pillow block bearings: the 25-year solution for solar trackers

Plastic pillow block bearings are a decades-long solution in single-axis solar trackers. Learn how in this white paper.

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