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9 months ago
Tribo Coating One Sheet

Discover the potential of iglide® tribo coating from igus with this easy-to-read One Sheet!

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9 months ago
xiros® Ball Bearings Size Guide

With the xiros® Ball Bearings Size Guide, easily compare sizes, dimensions and width of our xiros® plastic ball bearings product line.

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10 months ago
Food Safe Solution with igubal® Food Contact Spherical Bearings

In food production, bearings need to be suitable for direct food contact without any contamination. One of the most common solutions, metallic ball bearings, require grease to maintain ideal performance, creating a risk of food contamination. Food-safe plastic spherical bearings from igus® don’t require any external lubrication or maintenance, while remaining FDA- and EU-compliant for food contact. igubal® bearings are also metal-detectable, corrosion-resistant, and reduce vibrations. Learn more about FDA-compliant components from igus®: https://www.igus.com/industries/fda-compliant Contact an expert in FDA-compliant components: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-us?contact=269dae3a-2657-4ca8-b88d-c3219c7aa71b

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10 months ago
Improving furniture design with dry-running slewing rings

Moving components in furniture need to be quiet, low-maintenance, and above all, reliable. Read this blog to learn about the ideal solution in this area of application: plastic PRT slewing rings.

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11 months ago
Improving robotic pool cleaners with self-lubricating polymer bearings

Learn how self-lubricating plastic plain bearings can improve robotic pool cleaner design while resisting the harsh conditions they're subjected to in this blog.

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about 1 year ago
What is gear hobbing?

Gear hobbing is one of the most widely used methods of producing gears. Learn more about gear hobbing and how it works in this article.

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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
Polymer ball bearings in cleaning systems for photovoltaic installations

Solar panels need to operate reliably year-round, even when facing harsh weather conditions. Learn about solutions for keeping them clean, and the components that enable these solutions, in this blog.

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about 1 year ago
What is a pillow block bearing?

Pillow block bearings are a unique type of bearing ideal for providing support and alignment to rotating shafts. Read this blog to learn more about them.

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about 1 year ago
Gear module: what is it and why is it important?

Understanding gear module is essential to designing mechanical systems that utilize gears. This blog explains what gear module is, why it's important, and the impact it has in various application areas.

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about 1 year ago
igus spherical bearings enhance efficiency at Belgian brewery

Chimay Brewery replaced metallic ball bearings with plastic bearing inserts, reducing maintenance & enhancing performance for their bottling systems. Learn more in this article.

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about 1 year ago
Gear trains: an in-depth look

Gear trains are an integral part of various mechanical systems, offering a method to transmit power and motion effectively. This blog explores what gear trains are and how they function.

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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
Heineken Application Solution with igubal® spherical bearings

In an effort to eliminate costly lubrication-related maintenance from its bottling lines, Heineken Brasil approached igus® looking for a grease-free insert bearing solution to replace the metal bearings used previously. igus® provided dry-running JEM insert bearings, which offered 1:1 replacement of the original bearings. The change saved Heineken Brasil 1,560 hours of maintenance a year. If the change is made at all Heineken locations, 20 tons of lubricant can be eliminated from its bottling lines. Learn more about JEM insert bearings: https://www.igus.com/spherical-bearings/insert-bearings Read the application story here: https://toolbox.igus.com/9301/more-sustainable-beer-production-made-possible-with-plastic-insert-bearings Contact an insert bearings expert: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings/resources/iglide-contact

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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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over 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
How does gear reduction work?

Gear reduction is a mechanical process used to reduce the speed and increase the torque of an input power source through a set of gears. Learn more about gear reduction in this blog.

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over 1 year ago
Rockinger Application Solution with igubal® Self-aligning Bearings

In an effort to reduce time spent on relubrication of its trailer hitches, manufacturer Rockinger sought out igus® to replace the standard metal spherical bearings used with a dry-running plastic alternative. This new solution provides better security against failure, reduces the risk of grease contaminating the environment, and eliminates maintenance costs for this particular part. Learn more about zero-lubrication igus® components: https://www.igus.com/company/zero-additional-lubrication Contact an igus® bearings expert: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings/resources/iglide-contact

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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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