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over 6 years
The Limits of Metal Ball Bearings & Why Plastic Might Be Better

Although metal ball bearings may be the standard, read about all the benefits that plastic ball bearings provide for hygienic & high-temperature applications.

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over 6 years
Plastic bike bearings: Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and durable

Discover the advantages of plastic plain bearings for bikes. Lightweight and corrosion-resistant, these bearings offer a longer service life compared to metal alternatives. Read on to learn more!

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over 6 years
How to calculate iglide® bearing lifetime

Watch as iglide® Product Manager Nicole Lang walks through how to use our free online bearing lifetime calculator and explains all the tool's features.

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over 6 years
Bearings—Past, Present, and Future

Read about the long and fascinating history behind bearing technology, along with some of the exciting innovations the future has in store.

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How Do Plastic Bearings & Bushings Reduce Noise in Automobiles?

Read about how plastic plain bearings play an essential role in the development and production of quieter vehicles, both inside and out.

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over 6 years
Not All Loads are Created Equal

Learn about the different type of surface loads that can impact your bearing, and how to properly identify the right bearing material based upon load type.

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Bronze bearings over plastic bearings? Think again

Self-lubricating iglide® plastic bearings from igus® offer many advantages over bronze bearings.

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over 6 years
Do plain bearings with large wall thicknesses offer advantages inside heavy-duty applications?

Do plain bearings with large wall thicknesses offer advantages inside heavy-duty applications? I say no. Here''s why.

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over 6 years
Sealed Bearings: What are the options?

Sometimes the best solution is an old-fashioned one! This post reviews how a felt ring protects the bearing and shaft and helps avoid hundreds of hours of maintenance.

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over 6 years
Shaft considerations for bearing applications

Agriculture, construction, and heavy duty all deal with harsh, dirty, and corrosive environments. Your bearings have to hold up! Shaft hardness plays a major role avoiding maintenance.

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How to Select Plain Bearings for Sheet Metal

Learn which factors make a plain bearing ideal for use within sheet metal despite it being a thin-walled structure.

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over 6 years
Hey Engineers, Interested in Reducing Avoidable Warranty Claims?

Ever wondered how you might reduce the amount of warranty claims due to replacement parts? Read about these maintenance-free solutions.

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over 6 years
The Science Behind Our iglide® Plastic Material

What are iglide® bearings made of? Why are they wear resistant? iglide® Product Manager Nicole Lang explains the different components within igus® plastic.

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over 6 years
Self-lubricating iglide® plastic bearings from igus®

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over 6 years
Choosing your custom parts manufacturing

Interested in having a custom part created? View this infographic about the various manufacturing methods available from igus® & discover which is best for you.

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over 6 years
6 Lesser-Known Benefits of Engineered Plastic Bearings

Many engineers are already aware of some of the incredible benefits that engineered plastic bearings provide. However, here are some you may not know of yet!

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over 6 years
What are the Differences Between Simple and Engineered Plastics?

Learn about the differences between simple plastic & engineered plastic bearings so that you can make the best decision possible when choosing a plastic bearing for your application.

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over 6 years
How to make bearing pivots maintenance-free

There are a lot of factors to consider when designing a pivot, but there''s one in particular that''s crucial to achieving a successful, maintenance-free pivot bearing.

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over 6 years
HVAC with iglide® bearings

Our high-performance plastic iglide® bearings are self-lubricating, mildew/mold certified, and FAA compliant. They''re also quiet running and easy to install. Check out this infographic for more.

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over 6 years
Improve your machines – engineered plastic bearings and bushings

Take a tour of our largest in industry test lab, see our online calculators, and experience the wide breadth of applications in this video!

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almost 7 years ago
PRT-04 slewing ring

The iglide® PRT-04 slewing ring has a 50% lower profile than its predecessor, the PRT-01. It''s also 60% lighter and 20% more cost-effective. Check out this infographic to learn more!

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