The igus® motion plastics blog

In this post, we take a deeper dive into the actual ways that we test our cable & how we are able to provide you with accurate service life information.

Read about how the manufacturing world came together to 3d print Prusa's face-shields, and how igus® increased production via injection molding.

There are a lot of application factors that can affect your bearing requirements. Read these 3 tips to keep in mind when choosing your bearing dimensions.

In this post, Matt Mowry goes deeper into the construction of plastic linear plain bearings to demonstrate how they work without the need for any lubrication.

In this post, read about the various benefits, both in regard to aesthetics and functionality, that plastic ball bearings can offer when designing a car's interior.

In this post, read about plastic coupling rods and learn about all of the advantages that they offer for the automotive industry when compared to metal parts.

In this post, read about how self-lubricating ball bearings are created and how they outperform metal across a wide range of applications and industries.

Read part two of our in-depth series on robot cable failures to learn why strain relief is crucial to preventing cable failure & which options are available.

Read about the importance of knowing your application's surface pressure before choosing a bearing and how to calculate this on your own.

Read about the various benefits behind using lightweight linear bearings within your application, such as increased mobility and reduced costs.

Read about what actually defines a linear actuator & why they are more in-demand than ever, along with the various types available for linear motion applications.

Interested in learning why robot cables fail? Part 1 of this blog post will cover the first main cause of cable failure and explain the differences between flexible and torsion-rated cables.

Read about some of the new smart plastic solutions from igus and how they are changing the way we approach maintenance for offshore machinery & applications.

Read part two of the fascinating history of igus®, which focuses on international expansion and the development of several innovative product lines, including automation.

Read about how to classify a medium voltage cable based upon where it is used, and the important role that they play within a power grid or application.

igus® goes beyond expertly installing your e-chain® cable carrier. Read about how igus® can accurately predict the service life of your system.

Sometimes the best solution is an antiquated one! This post reviews how a felt ring protects the bearing and shaft and helps avoid hundreds of hours of maintenance.