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about 1 year ago
Design considerations for modern packaging lines

Designing packaging lines involves addressing challenges like speed, hygiene, and space constraints. This white paper presents solutions to these challenges, such as self-lubricating plastics.

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about 1 year ago
Key parts of an electric motor

While electric motors may seem complex, their operation is deceptively simple. Learn about the different parts of a motor and how they function in this blog.

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about 1 year ago
The critical role of grease-free plastics in sterile environments

Learn why igus's grease-free plastics are the superior solution for sterile environments. From FDA compliance to resistance to harsh washdowns and autoclaving, these components provide a cleaner, safer, and more reliable alternative to metal parts.

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about 1 year ago
Norwood Sales – Kwik Koulter & igus® Maintenance Free Bearings

Watch this video to discover how iglide® bearings were able to replace bronze bearings and improve the design of Norwood Sales’ Kwik Koulter product, eliminating the need to grease pivot points while maintaining load bearing capabilities. Learn more about heavy-duty iglide bearings: https://www.igus.com/industries/heavy-duty-bearings Contact a heavy-duty bearings expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-us?contact=41ab9057-4d2f-4816-b220-7ec1fac5521d Learn more about igus’ solutions for the agriculture industry: https://www.igus.com/industry/agricultural-engineering

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about 1 year ago
Navigate your path to Automation with RBTX!

Automation specialists from RBTX are more than just experts in automation — they’re the key to ensuring you find exactly the right automated system for your application. Don’t overthink or overspend on automation; get in touch with an RBTX automation specialist today to get started. Book a free consultation: https://calendly.com/rbtxpert-usa/meeting Visit the RBTX marketplace: https://rbtx.com/en-US

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about 1 year ago
Hygienic, dry-running components for training robots

Discover how igus® maintenance-free plastic components like dryspin® lead screws and drylin® linear guides are used by Dynamic Devices AG for their ddrobotec training robots.

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about 1 year ago
Precise thumb movement with grease-free lead screw technology in bionic hand prosthesis

Aether Biomedical partnered with igus to create a bionic hand with drylin® lead screw technology. This grease-free solution provides a precise and powerful grip, ensuring patient comfort and confidence.

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about 1 year ago
ISO classifications and standards for cleanrooms

Cleanrooms are grouped into nine classes according to ISO standards. Learn more about these classes and their requirements in this blog.

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about 1 year ago
Endless Solutions with iglide® bearings!

No matter if your application faces extreme loads, water exposure, dirt and dust, or any other harsh conditions, there’s an iglide® bearing for you. With dozens of materials and capabilities for custom bearing dimensions, there’s no challenge too steep for iglide®. Learn more about iglide® bearings: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings Browse the 17 standard iglide® materials: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-us?contact=41ab9057-4d2f-4816-b220-7ec1fac5521d

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about 1 year ago
igus® inc. drylin® Linear Systems & dryspin® Lead Screws Expansion Report!

Domestic production of lead screws is coming to igus® soon! Watch this video as drylin® Product Manager Matt Mowry and dryspin® Product Specialist Sean Fournier walk through the new production facility for dryspin® lead screws. Customers can expect reduced lead times and costs, and an increased selection of lead screw sizes. Stay tuned for further updates! Learn more about dryspin® lead screws: https://www.igus.com/lead-screws Learn more about the recent expansion to our ACME lead screw offerings: https://www.igus.com/lead-screws/acme-screw-production Contact a dryspin® product expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-us?contact=8a7e5e6e-a580-4f4e-9c29-db8fa17545e

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about 1 year ago
The ACME Lead Screw System

One of the most common lead screw geometries in North American manufacturing is the ACME lead screw system. The system has a

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about 1 year ago
iglide® Bearings – iglide® X

Learn more about our most common iglide® materials here:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert with this form:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-contact In this video, iglide® bearings product manager Hope Mammone discusses one of the main 5 materials used in iglide® products: iglide X!

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about 1 year ago
iglide® Bearings – iglide® W300

Learn more about our most common iglide® materials here:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert with this form:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-contact In this video, iglide® bearings product manager Hope Mammone discusses one of the main 5 materials used in iglide® products: iglide W300!

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about 1 year ago
iglide® Bearings – iglide® M250

Learn more about our most common iglide® materials here:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert with this form:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-contact In this video, iglide® bearings product manager Hope Mammone discusses one of the main 5 materials used in iglide® products: iglide M250!

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about 1 year ago
iglide® Bearings – iglide® J

Learn more about our most common iglide® materials here:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert with this form:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-contact In this video, iglide® bearings product manager Hope Mammone discusses one of the main 5 materials used in iglide® products: iglide G!

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about 1 year ago
iglide® Bearings – iglide® G

Learn more about our most common iglide® materials here:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert with this form:https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-contact In this video, iglide® bearings product manager Hope Mammone discusses one of the main 5 materials used in iglide® products: iglide G!

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about 1 year ago
iglide® Bearings – Main 5 Materials 2025

Learn more about our most common iglide® materials here: https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert with this form: https://www.igus.com/info/iglide-contact Or call us at (800) 521-2747 In this video, iglide® bearings product manager Nicole Lang discusses the main 5 materials used in iglide® products, as well as some of their most common applications.

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about 1 year ago
Tips for successful printing with resin

Browse this design guide for essential tips for successful 3D printing using DLP resin

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about 1 year ago
The future of drone design: lightweight, durable plastic components

Optimize your drone designs with maintenance-free plastic components: a lighter, more durable alternative to metal parts.

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about 1 year ago
dryspin® Lead Screw DSK Configurator Walkthrough

If you’re looking to design a custom lead screw for your application, this video is the perfect resource. In it, dryspin® lead screw product specialist Sean Fournier walks through the dryspin® lead screw configurator — igus’ online tool for designing custom lead screw assemblies — step-by-step. Once you’ve designed a custom screw, you can take that configuration to the online dryspin® lead screw expert for accurate service life predictions based on extensive test data. Try the dryspin® lead screw configurator: https://drylin-leadscrew-configurator.igus.tools/requirements?l=en&c=US Try the dryspin® lead screw expert tool: https://drylin-leadscrew-drives-expert.igus.tools/requirements?l=en&c=US Contact a dryspin® lead screw expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-us?contact=8a7e5e6e-a580-4f4e-9c29-db8fa17545ec

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about 1 year ago
Digitally networked energy chains enhance STS cranes in the Port of Rotterdam

As requirements for STS cranes continue to grow, more robust cable management solutions have become a necessity. Read this white paper to learn about one such solution.

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