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In-depth technical papers written with the engineer in mind. Including data direct from the igus® test lab

over 3 years
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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over 3 years
The Rise of Low Cost Automation eBook

In this eBook, read about all of the latest trends and technologies in the automation and robotics industry, and how they can be especially beneficial for engineers looking to automate their processes

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over 3 years
RBTX Marketplace White Paper

Read this white paper to learn more about the RBTX robotics marketplace!

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almost 4 years ago
Breaking the (Injection) Mold: 3D Printing Whitepaper

Read this whitepaper comparing the wear rates of 3D printed components vs. injection molded components

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almost 4 years ago
CE Certification in Commerce

Read this whitepaper to learn about the CE certification in commerce in the European Economic area and in global exports and how it relates to our chainflex® flexible cables

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almost 4 years ago
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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almost 4 years ago
Cable management for six-axis robots

Read this white paper to learn about the advantages and disadvantages of different forms of cable management for six-axis robots.

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over 7 years
e-spool®: The next generation of the cable reel

The igus® e-spool is an alternative to traditional cable reels, which are used to guide cables and hoses in confined spaces. The e-spool system can guide several cables or media lines, including power

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about 9 years
Maximizing Shaft and Bearing Lifetimes in Agricultural Machinery

Explore different processes of surface treating shaft materials and examine the effects on wear behavior of plain bearings in agriculture applications.

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about 9 years
Ready to replace your older PTFE lined bearings?

Compare how drylin® performs compared to bearings which use a PTFE-based, bonded liner, in both wear and friction testing.

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about 9 years
Plastic Bearings Have Staying Power

In this white paper, uncover common misconceptions and learn the true reliability of tribologically-optimized plastic bearings.

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about 9 years
White Paper – True Cost of Bearing Lubrication

This white paper explains how much it actually costs to lubricate a ball bearing and the cost saving benefits of switching to a self-lubricating plastic bearing.

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