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iglide® bearings for automotive thermal management systems

Developing more efficient thermal management solutions is easier than ever with components from igus. Read this blog to learn more about the benefits provided by igus components for thermal management

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over 3 years
What are the different types of end effectors?

What are end effectors, and why are they important? Discover grippers, process tools, and sensors for robotic arms and their applications.

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over 3 years
Motek 2022 X igus® Trade Show Highlights

Visit the igus website: www.igus.com Speak with an igus representative: https://www.igus.com/contact Check out these highlights from the igus booth at Motek 2022! igus is a motion plastics company,

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over 3 years
chainflex® – Robot Cables

Learn more about chainflex® robotic cables from igus® at https://www.igus.com/info/robotic-cables chainflex® robotic cables are ideal for high torsion applications, with 360° of torsion per meter to

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chainflex® – BUS Cables

Learn more about chainflex® BUS cables from igus® at https://www.igus.com/info/bus-cables chainflex® BUS cables are designed with a pressure extruded inner jacket and high coverage shielding, enablin

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over 3 years
chainflex® – Control Cables Bundle Design

Learn more about chainflex® control cables from igus® at https://www.igus.com/info/control-cables Control cables from chainflex® are designed to avoid corkscrews by using a bundled design that evenly

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chainflex® – Data Cables

Learn more about chainflex® data cables from igus® at https://www.igus.com/info/data-cables chainflex® data cables utilize a tight braid angle in the shielding for superior EMC resistance when in mot

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chainflex® – Hybrid Cables

Learn more about chainflex® hybrid cables from igus® at https://www.igus.com/info/hybrid-cables Hybrid cables from igus® combine two different cables into a single form factor — saving both installat

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over 3 years
chainflex® – Motor Cables

Learn more about chainflex® motor cables from igus® at https://www.igus.com/info/motor-cables Single conductor motor cables allow for more efficient cable installation, reducing installation space an

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over 3 years
chainflex® – FOC Cables

Learn more about chainflex® fiber optic cables from igus® at https://www.igus.com/info/fiber-optic-cables chainflex® fiber optic motion cables offer low bend radii over long travel distances, and can

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over 3 years
manus 2023 brochure

The 11th biannual manus® awards competition recognizes innovative applications using plastic plain bearing and linear bearing and slides.

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almost 4 years ago
Connected cars: Driving the future of the automotive industry

Connected cars have been at the forefront of innovation in the automotive industry since their inception in 1996. Read this blog to learn more about how the tech has evolved, and what the future holds

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almost 4 years ago
The IIoT – Establishing a digital connection between industrial machines

As the world becomes more closely connected through the internet, industrial machines and technology need to keep pace. The IIoT not only makes this possible, but easy to do. This white paper will examine exactly how the IIoT works, and just a few of the many ways it can be implemented across various industries to save time and money and increase reliability.

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almost 4 years ago
Hold the Cheese? Not for This Busy Iowa Production Plant

In this customer story, read about how a plant switched from a stainless steel cable chain to a plastic igus® energy chain to avoid downtimes.

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almost 4 years ago
Shining a Light on Mobile Device Virus Control Using drylin® Linear Slides

As healthcare facilities rely more on mobile devices and COVID-19 has the chance to spread rapidly through healthcare facilities, hospitals are looking for new way to ensure mobile device sterility.

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almost 4 years ago
Engineering the fastest adaptive ski equipment with plastic bushings

Learn why and how monoskis were developed and how the technology continues to improve and provide a more exhilarating experience to those disabled and otherwise unable to ski.

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almost 4 years ago
New Exoskeleton Shoulders Rehab Burden for Stroke Patients

Learn about how a new device assists physical therapists and stroke patients in improving functionality in fast-growing medical concern. Learn how the designers were able to utilize drylin systems.

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almost 4 years ago
What are the different types of linear actuators?

Choosing a linear actuator can be a surprisingly difficult process. This blog aims to simplify that process by examining the different types of actuators and the ideal conditions for each.

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almost 4 years ago
3D printer lead screws drive success

3D printers are complex machines with numerous components. This blog will discuss one of the most important - the driving component - and how lead screws hold up against other options.

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almost 4 years ago
chainflex® – High Quality Drive Cables for Small Spaces

Contact a chainflex® cables expert here: https://www.igus.com/info/chainflex-contact Check out chainflex® low bend radii cables: https://www.igus.com/info/unharnessed-cables-bending-radius Learn mor

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almost 4 years ago
Corrugated tubing vs. triflex® R cable carriers

In a match between corrugated tubing and triflex® R, which will come out on top? This blog answers that question over the course of six rounds, each focused on a different quality of the contenders.

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