Igus Inc. has developed a new bearing specially made for rugged operating conditions typical of construction equipment and agricultural machines. The heavy-duty iglidur TX1 plain bearing is built to handle high loads, dirty conditions and temperature … [Read more...] about Heavy-duty plain bearings for off-highway applications
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Detectable plastics for maximum safety in foods
In the food and packaging industry, the highest safety standards apply. To protect consumers, food must be free of contaminants of any kind. As part of its ball and spherical bearing series, igus offers plastic products that are lubricant-free and at … [Read more...] about Detectable plastics for maximum safety in foods
New iglide F2 ESD bearing material
Uncontrolled static discharges may negatively affect electronic components, can hinder production processes, or even contribute to fire risk. In certain industries, such as textile manufacturing, particles and flying debris are attracted by … [Read more...] about New iglide F2 ESD bearing material
High-tech, lightweight alternative to ball bearings
DryLin R round linear bearings are dimensionally equivalent to standard recirculating ball bearings, and made of dry-running, tribologically-optimized iglide plastic plain bearing materials. With an excellent price to performance ratio and available … [Read more...] about High-tech, lightweight alternative to ball bearings
Self-lubricating, FDA-compliant bearing solutions
At the upcoming SLAS international conference and exhibition, igus will be demonstrating a range of motion plastic components well-suited for medical and laboratory applications. A selection of self-lubricating, FDA-compliant bearing solutions, … [Read more...] about Self-lubricating, FDA-compliant bearing solutions
Get the Facts—Linear Bearing Comparison
PBC Linear®’s Simplicity® linear plain bearings, equipped with a Frelon® liner, outfits your design with the advantage to last longer and reduce unnecessary replacement costs. By designing the bearings with no rolling elements which can … [Read more...] about Get the Facts—Linear Bearing Comparison
igus introduces new expedited shipping for Canadian customers
igus has introduced a new expedited system of shipping directly to its Canadian customer base from igus’ North American Headquarters, located in East Providence, Rhode Island. In the past, igus’ Canadian customers would order from their local … [Read more...] about igus introduces new expedited shipping for Canadian customers
The bearings that give your car a smooth ride
The wheels on your automobile are like snazzy corner-offices for bearings. They get all the attention. The rest of your car is the plant where countless other hard working little bearings make everything come together. Unsung heroes like the bearings … [Read more...] about The bearings that give your car a smooth ride
First self-lubricating plastic bearing for continuous high rotational speeds
With the iglide L500 material, igus has announced the release of their newest specialist bearing solution, well-suited for continuous operation in high-speed rotation applications under low loads. The L500 material combines wear resistance in … [Read more...] about First self-lubricating plastic bearing for continuous high rotational speeds
iglide on tour wraps up North American tour by giving back
For more than two months, the igus Inc. team carried out a mammoth effort of coordinating and executing a car tour from Anchorage, Alaska to New York City, traveling through more than half of the 50 United States, and crossing across Canadian … [Read more...] about iglide on tour wraps up North American tour by giving back
