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
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
igus DryLin with toolkit for linear motion
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
igus: spherical balls for retrofitted bearing housings
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
iglide: the material
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
Igus plastic vs. metal bushings: field test
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
Bearings help improve bone fracture operations
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
Slewing ring bearing from igus for equipment monitoring
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
DryLin N low profile guide systems
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
Front-loader test rig from igus tests durability of plastic versus metal
The igus test laboratory is 29,600 square feet, quite possibly the largest in the industry. Inside, the movements of energy chains, chainflex cables and plastic bearings are continuously assessed. The newest addition to the igus laboratory is a … [Read more...] about Front-loader test rig from igus tests durability of plastic versus metal
