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8 months ago
Apiro® Modular Robot

To enable cost-effective and individual automation, igus® develops low cost automation systems, such as the world''s first robolink® Apiro®. The name says it all: Apiro® is derived from the Greek word

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about 1 year ago
Plastic gears vs metal gears: Which is the better option?

When it comes to gears, there''s been much debate about which type of material is best: plastic or metal. This blog examines the advantages of each and aims to answer this long-debated question.

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over 1 year ago
Solutions for Automotive Seating with igus®

Learn from Sebastian Bloechl, Head of Automotive at igus® North America, about how igus® components can be used to reduce noise & weight in automotive seating.

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over 1 year ago
Helical gears vs spur gears & their applications

Not sure how to decide between a spur gear and helical gear? Look no further! This blog discusses the differences between spur and helical gears, and potential applications for each.

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almost 2 years ago
Gears Brochure

Browse the Gears Product Brochure to learn more about our Wear-Resistant Plastic Gears Made of High-Performance Polymers

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almost 2 years ago
Automotive Industry Brochure

Browse various parts and their applications such as bearings, linear bearings and slides, lead screw assemblies, cable carriers and more for the automotive industry.

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almost 2 years ago
iglide® Self lubricating Gears for the Automotive Industry

Watch this video to learn how igus® is incorporating self-lubricating polymers in the automotive industry, from hinges to lift links for seating systems & more.

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almost 2 years ago
iglide® Polymer Gears: Introduction

In this video, iglide® Product Manager Nicole Lang discusses our gear selection & 3D print service. Watch to learn more about our self-lubricating gears.

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about 2 years ago
igus® Motion Plastic Components for Automotive Seat Adjustments

Seating systems within vehicles shouldn''t be noisy—iglide® maintenance-free bearings reduce noise while providing longer life. Watch this video to learn more!

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