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Long-lasting plastic bearings for HVAC systems

Components in HVAC systems need to withstand extreme conditions - moisture, heat, mold, & more. Luckily, iglide components can withstand all of these while remaining wear-resistant & maintenance-free.

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iglide® vs. Conventional Plastics: Plain Bearing Materials Comparison

In contrast to a few years ago, people today ask themselves less and less whether they should replace a metal plain bearing with a plastic one. Plain bearings made of plastics or plastic compounds have long since taken root in almost all areas of industry and daily consumption. Plain bearings made of plastic ensure durable and high-quality door hinges in cars, regulate the flow of aggressive chemicals in industrial fittings, or support the loading area of dump trucks. Read the whitepaper to learn more.

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igus® motion plastics® for AGV’s

igus® components are the ideal solution for AGVs, offering maintenance-free operation to eliminate difficult & time-consuming maintenance. Watch to learn more!

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Can igus® polymers survive in outer space?

Outer space presents unique manufacturing challenges rarely seen in other applications. One answer to these challenges is the iglide® T500 material from igus®, which is suited for outer space use.

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Reducing car weight through seating adjustments

There''s a constant push to make cars lighter, faster, and more efficient. One of the easiest and most effective ways to do so is with high-performance plastic components for automotive seating

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iglide® Bearings for the Bicycle Industry Webinar

In this webinar, iglide® Product Manager Nicole Lang and Bicycle Industry Manager Alexander Welcker discuss iglide® plain bearings in the bicycle industry.

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Solutions for Automotive Seating with igus®

Learn from Sebastian Bloechl, Head of Automotive at igus® North America, about how igus® components can be used to reduce noise & weight in automotive seating.

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igus® Components for Robotic Applications

Learn from Product Managers Nicole Lang (iglide®) and Matt Mowry (drylin®) as they discuss some of the igus® components used in robotic applications.

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Differences between helical gears vs spur gears

Not sure how to decide between a spur gear and helical gear? Look no further! This blog discusses the differences between spur and helical gears, and potential applications for each.

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Request your xiros® automotive sample card today!

In this video, head of automotive Sebastian Bloechl discusses the brand new xiros® automotive sample card from igus.

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Plastic Bearings Tolerance Whitepaper

Read this whitepaper to learn everything you''ll need to know about our iglide® plain plastic bearings in regards to tolerance, assembly, measurement and more!

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xiros® Polymer Ball Bearings for Automotive

Watch to learn about automotive applications for xiros®. For more information on automotive solutions with xiros® polymer ball bearings, visit our xiros® page!

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Gears Brochure

Browse the Gears Product Brochure to learn more about our Wear-Resistant Plastic Gears Made of High-Performance Polymers

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Automotive Industry Brochure

Browse various parts and their applications such as bearings, linear bearings and slides, lead screw assemblies, cable carriers and more for the automotive industry.

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iglide® Self lubricating Gears for the Automotive Industry

Watch this video to learn how igus® is incorporating self-lubricating polymers in the automotive industry, from hinges to lift links for seating systems & more.

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How igus® motion plastics® will be used in vehicle interiors of the future

Watch this video to learn about how igus® motion plastics® can be used in vehicle interiors of the future.

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High-Performance Polymer Components for the Automotive Industry

Reduce weight by 80% & maintenance by 100%, with no external lubrication. Individual custom-made products. For more information, check out our automotive page.

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iglide® Polymer Gears: Introduction

In this video, iglide® Product Manager Nicole Lang discusses our gear selection & 3D print service. Watch to learn more about our self-lubricating gears.

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Hydraulic A-Frame on Ship with Polymer Bearings Provides Maximum Freedom of Movement

The founder of a boat company developed a hydraulic A-Frame called the Linkage System for 180 degree range of motion using self-lubricating, polymer bearings

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Ergometers with Injection Molded Bearings for Cardiovascular Care

Using the igus Fastline service, injection-molded iglide plain bearings became a fast and economical solution for recumbent bikes by ergoline GmbH. Read the story to learn more.

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New Electric Unit Takes ATV Market for a Ride

Learn about the newest design arriving in the ATV market, and igus'' part in creating this innovative vehicle.

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