Drylin self-lubricating bearings reduce noise in machines in addition to the many other benefits of plastic bearings. In the following video, we see how quiet igus self-lubricating bearings are compared to a linear ball … [Read more...] about Igus drylin bearings for noise reduction
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16 Standards for iglide bearings
The world's largest standard range for self-lubricating bearings, expanded. 16 full-range materials, 1,321 new products: iglide standard range now with over 3,000 dimensions for the most challenging bearing solutions. From high temperatures to … [Read more...] about 16 Standards for iglide bearings
igus’ self-lubricating, maintenance free ball bearings
For control systems on automobiles and other applications where space and weight restrictions can be problematic, new thin xiros ball bearings from igus are available in accordance with DIN 625 for rotary controls. The xiros 67 and 68 thin ring … [Read more...] about igus’ self-lubricating, maintenance free ball bearings
Searching for creative plastic bearing applications
igus is launching its 8th manus award competition, The application phase for the 2017 manus competition is now underway, continuing through February 24th, and awards of up to 5,000 euros will be presented at April’s Hanover Trade Show in … [Read more...] about Searching for creative plastic bearing applications
Instant technical support from igus
Personal technical support is now available instantly by chatting live with igus technical representatives on the igus website. For help with specifying parts, receiving quotes, solving application problems and troubleshooting mechanical issues, … [Read more...] about Instant technical support from igus
Plastic linear plain bearings vs. PTFE-lined plain bearings
By Matt Mowry, Product Manager, drylin linear systems, igus Inc. Linear plain bearings are becoming commonplace in today’s manufacturing industry. As technologies and material sciences have advanced, so have the capabilities of linear plain … [Read more...] about Plastic linear plain bearings vs. PTFE-lined plain bearings
6 reasons to use plastic spherical bearings
When starting work on a new project that requires motion control, one of the most important considerations is what bearings to use. It’s easy to fall back on what you’ve been using for years instead of rocking the boat with new ideas or concepts. You … [Read more...] about 6 reasons to use plastic spherical bearings
High-strength plastic self-aligning bearings
igubal plastic self-aligning bearings offer the same or better performance as metal, without external lubrication or maintenance. A number of options, including spherical bearings, rod ends, flanges, pillow blocks, and more areavailable from stock, … [Read more...] about High-strength plastic self-aligning bearings
EU fire protection with new igus compliant plastic bearing material
In industries where special safety requirements are implemented, special component materials must be used. To comply with the EN regulation 45545, the new European fire protection standard for railway vehicles, igus has developed and released their … [Read more...] about EU fire protection with new igus compliant plastic bearing material
IGUS dry-tech bearings with no lubrication
More than 50% of machine failures are caused by either too much or not enough lubrication. igus dry-tech bearings are an alternative for lubricated plain and roller bearings. igus develops tribopolymers for continuous dry-running operation. By … [Read more...] about IGUS dry-tech bearings with no lubrication