Linear solutions
Content relating to drylin® self-lubricating linear bearings, guides, slide tables, and gantries
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2:07Watch Videoigus® solutions at the Superwurm Factory
See how drylin®, e-chain® and igubal® are used in automated technology for worm farming.
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Read ArticleBearing Lubrication Facts
How does bearing lubricant effect the industry, environment, and more? Find out in this brief infographic from the igus bearing experts.
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1:48Watch VideoLinear bearing sound test: Plastic vs. Metal
We measure the amount of sound created when using different types of linear bearings. Noise can be a major factor when choosing choosing which linear bearing technology suites your application
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How do dryspin lead screw systems stack up against the competition?
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Ready to choose the best linear slide for your application?
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Selecting the Right Position Indicator
Linear guides/lead screw tables can be assembled with supplementary accessories. In addition to hand wheels and clamps, analog position indicators are also available. A position indicator is used to d
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Belt-Driven Actuators vs. Lead Screw Systems
Pre-assembled linear slide tables from igus® are designed to save engineering time and resources. They are also flexible enough to meet the demands of a wide range of applications. The two most common
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2:12Watch VideoCan igus® products help label 50,000 bottles in one hour?
Watch a KRONES utilize tribo-tape in their high-speed labelling machine!
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2:03Watch Videoigus dry tech test lab
Take a look inside the igus® self-lubricating bearings lab. Over 15,000 tribology tests are run each year in our massive 29,600 square foot lab. Learn more at www.igus.com/testlab.
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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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Cell-stacking technology could change the future of organ transplant waiting lists
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The ACME Lead Screw System
One of the most common lead screw geometries in North American manufacturing is the ACME lead screw system. Designed with a trapezoidal shape, a flank angle of 29 degrees and a higher pitch than faste
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Read ArticleFact vs Friction [Infographic]
It’s time to put an end to the debate about the advantages of self-lubricating bearings over PTFE impregnated bearings.It’s time to put an end to the debate about the advantages of self-lubricating be
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1:07Watch VideoLinear Motion Technology from igus®
Self-lubricating linear motion technology for a maintenance-free application. This cost-effective pre-assembled system allows for high flexibility in design and simple installation for the best fricti
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2:12Watch VideoHeavy Duty Stainless Steel Linear Guide | drylin® HTS
See how drylin HTS stands up against fire and being run over by a truck!
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Lower Drive Force and Friction with Hybrid Linear Bearings
Learn how hybrid linear bearings can reduce bearing friction, reduce required drive force, and allow system functionality without conforming to the 2:1 rule.
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2:07Watch VideoDryLin W toolkit for linear motion
This video walks through the features and benefits of the igus® Drylin W product line optimized for linear motion. Bearing blocks are made from die-cast zinc, aluminium, and stainless steel. The Dryli
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How can you convert rotary to linear motion?
Find out why lead screws are the ideal solution for converting rotary motion to linear motion.
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1:02Watch Videodrylin ZLW for linear robotic applications
In this video the drylin ZLW linear robot system is explained in more detail by motion plastics specialist, igus. This modular drive system enables engineers to design and configure their own ready-to
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The 2:1 Rule and Defining Fixed/Floating Bearings
Get an expert advice on how to implement the 2:1 rule into your linear designs.
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3 Tips for Selecting a Linear Slide Table
Review 3 quick tips to help make your linear slide table selection process easier.
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