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Content relating to self-lubricating iglide® plastic bearings

about 2 years
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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about 2 years
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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about 2 years
Reducing Weight in the Automotive Industry with iglide® bearings

Watch as Sebastian Bloechl, Head of Automotive at igus®, shows off how you can reduce weight in automotive manufacturing by switching to plastic bearings.

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over 2 years
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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over 2 years
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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over 2 years
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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over 2 years
The Main 5 iglide® Bearing Materials | The igus® Classroom

In this video, iglide® 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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over 2 years
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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over 2 years
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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over 2 years
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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over 2 years
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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over 2 years
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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over 2 years
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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over 2 years
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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over 2 years
igus® Motion Plastic Components for Automotive Seat Adjustments

Seating systems within vehicles shouldn''t be noisy—iglide® maintenance-free bearings reduce noise while providing longer life. Watch this video to learn more!

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over 2 years
Don’t Sweat It: Self-lubricating Compound Polymer Bearings for Fitness Equipment Are Maintenance-fre

In this blog post, we will explore the main advantages of self-lubricating compound polymer bearings most relevant to the fitness equipment industry.

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over 2 years
Science Friction Podcast – Episode 4: The M1 Caliber from REEKON Tools

Hosts Adam and Avory speak with Alex LeGendre, a former project manager at REEKON Tools, about the company's M1 Caliber. It's a measuring device that makes it easier for professionals to cut materials

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almost 3 years ago
iglide® Polymer Bearings for the Construction Industry

iglide® bearings are designed with materials that offer various advantages over metal, and can bear the tough environment of the construction industry.

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almost 3 years ago
Designing Skid Steers With a Shorter Preventative Maintenance Checklist

In this blog post, we'll lay out typical preventative maintenance measures for skid steers and talk about how self-lubricating plastic parts help to shorten that checklist.

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almost 3 years ago
How to choose the right wear ring for your application

Slot design, fixing groove depth and width, and material all play an important role in the performance and lifetime of your wear ring.

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almost 3 years ago
The Pros and Cons of Plastic Bearings

Some cons of using plastic bearings include that they cannot handle extreme load capacities, extreme temperatures or high rotations per minute. Pros include the ability to handle edge loads and more.

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