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Plastic pillow block bearings replace metallic solutions

March 26, 2018 By Mike Santora

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Pillow block bearings play a central role in the food industry. They are used in the continuously-operating roller conveyors and conveyor belts to ensure that the shafts rotate smoothly under heavy loads. Metallic pillow block bearings require … [Read more...] about Plastic pillow block bearings replace metallic solutions

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Infographic: Eliminating external lubrication drastically reduces costs

February 15, 2018 By Mike Santora

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Tribo-plastic bearings made of high-performance polymers are increasingly being used in various applications worldwide. Designers and engineers trust the self-lubricating and maintenance-free bearings as a long-lasting and cost-saving alternative to … [Read more...] about Infographic: Eliminating external lubrication drastically reduces costs

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How “smart plastics” reduce maintenance costs

February 9, 2018 By Mike Santora

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Predictive maintenance is part of Industry 4.0 and the factory of tomorrow. For this sector, igus has developed a family of products under the name 'isense', where various sensors and monitoring modules make the plastic components of energy chains, … [Read more...] about How “smart plastics” reduce maintenance costs

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igus DryLin with toolkit for linear motion

February 8, 2018 By Mike Santora

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In this video we see some of the features and benefits of the igus Drylin W product line optimized for linear motion. Bearing blocks are made from aluminium, die-cast zinc, or stainless steel. The Drylin W is designed to be flexible and adjustable … [Read more...] about igus DryLin with toolkit for linear motion

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igus: spherical balls for retrofitted bearing housings

February 1, 2018 By Mike Santora

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Self-lubricating and long-lasting igubal spherical balls can replace metallic pillow block and flange bearings Pillow block and flange bearings are commonly used in construction machines and conveyor systems, therefore they are often exposed to … [Read more...] about igus: spherical balls for retrofitted bearing housings

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iglide: the material

January 11, 2018 By Mike Santora

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iglide high-performance plastics are a combination of strengthening fibers, base polymers and solid lubricants, which creates a mating surface for shafts. In this following video, we see how the material blend is developed to be the best solution for … [Read more...] about iglide: the material

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Igus plastic vs. metal bushings: field test

December 12, 2017 By Mike Santora

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Plastic and metal bushings go head-to-head in this data backed field battle. Compare how many maintenance stops the equipment outfitted with plastic bushings requires against their metal counterparts. Igus www.igus.com … [Read more...] about Igus plastic vs. metal bushings: field test

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Bearings help improve bone fracture operations

December 4, 2017 By Mike Santora

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In a project called “Smart Drill,” students from Germany’s Bremen Institute of Measurement Technology, Automation and Quality Science (BIMAQ) developed an attachment for a medical drill with the goal of improving the safety of bone fracture … [Read more...] about Bearings help improve bone fracture operations

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Slewing ring bearing from igus for equipment monitoring

November 2, 2017 By Mike Santora

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Slewing rings from igus are used in applications that handle high cycle speeds and loads, including control desks, welding equipment, indexing tables and chainsaws. Therefore, the slewing rings need to be extremely durable and reliable. iglide … [Read more...] about Slewing ring bearing from igus for equipment monitoring

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DryLin N low profile guide systems

November 1, 2017 By Mike Santora

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The DryLin N low profile guide system offers low profiles in various widths. Like in all DryLin products, the carriage runs without lubrication in anodized aluminum profiles. The material used and the unique design makes DryLin N a cost-efficient and … [Read more...] about DryLin N low profile guide systems

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