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XLPE core insulation for more safety

Read this white paper to learn about a new core insulation for cables in variable frequency drives that improves capacitance as well as withstands the increased thermal requirements of newer VFDs

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Efficient energy supply systems for cranes in steel plants

Read this white paper to learn about the benefits of switching to e-chain® cable carriers as an alternative to festoons for indoor cranes in steel plants.

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over 3 years
Choosing the Right Motor for Your Application

Whether Stepper Motors, DC Motors or EC/BLDC, choosing the right motor is important to get the best performance of your linear actuator application. Read this TeckTalk to learn more.

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over 3 years
Truck Industry Brochure

Plastic part solutions from igus® for cargo trucks and trailers. Read the truck industry brochure to learn more.

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What is shore power and why is it important?

Read this blog to learn more about shore power, the rapidly growing alternative to engine power for vehicles idling/at berth.

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Machine Tools Magazine

Maintenance-free cable carriers, cables & bearings used in CNC machines, milling & grinding machines, etc. in the machine tools industry

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10 tips for durable energy supply systems on 6-axis robots

Implementing an energy supply for robotic arms can be a hassle. Read this white paper for 10 tips on how to quickly and easily improve your robot''s energy supply system!

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Finally, a modular worm gear system with infinite possibilities

The Apiro gearbox system from igus® is one way to bring modularity to industrial applications, while also providing a wide range of other benefits.

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Low-Cost Automation Solutions from igus®

Learn more about the various low-cost automation solutions offered by igus® with this animated infographic!

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How to choose a maintenance-free lead screw system

This infographic aims to help the decision-making process and eliminate any hassle for designing a lead screw system.

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Polymer Ball Bearings vs. Metal Ball Bearings

This white paper examines the benefits of plastic ball bearings over metallic ball bearings, including reduced cost and weight, and eliminating the need for consistent external lubrication.

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Installation instructions | e-loop®

Discover how to assemble the igus® e-loop® energy chain system with and without cables using our comprehensive installation instructions.

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over 3 years
Custom Machined Parts from Plastic Design Guide

This design guide offers 10 tips for machining plastic components to avoid issues that could arise from treating plastic the same as metal in subtractive manufacturing.

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over 3 years
chainflex® flexible cables – Design Guide

Read this design guide to learn more about chainflex flexible cables and they they're ideal for moving applications in cable carriers

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iglide® plain bearings – Design Guide

Read this design guide to learn more about our self-lubricating, plastic bearings, bushings their ideal applications and industries.

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e-chain® cable carriers – Design Guide

Read this design guide to learn how to select, configure and install engineered e-chain polymer cable carriers

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igus® Advantages for the Turf Care Industry

Learn more about specific igus® components used in the turf care industry and the ways customers are already using them in their own applications: https://www.igus.com/info/grounds-maintenance Check

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Important success factors for dry-running bearings in construction machinery

Choosing between plastic and metal bearings for construction machinery is a decision many manufacturers have to make. This white paper examines the benefits plastic bearings provide over metal.

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over 3 years
Can construction machinery manufacturers rely on plastic bearings?

Metal vs plastic is always a hot topic when it comes to bearings in construction machinery. This blog takes a look at the topic, and talks about why plastic bearings are a viable alternative to metal.

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over 3 years
e-chain® with steel-rope guide as an alternative to a busbar?

While busbars are a common solution for energy transfer in moving applications across long distances, the autoglide 5 from igus is a worthy alternative that offers features not possible with busbars.

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over 3 years
History of 3D Printing

Learn about the history of 3D printing — including recent innovations to existing methods and new methods altogether — with this ebook.

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