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Linear Bearings and Slides

Content relating to drylin® self-lubricating linear bearings, guides, slide tables, and gantries

3 months ago
Yes, we can PPAP car parts & other things you should know about igus® automotive solutions

If you’re familiar with igus®, then you probably already know that we engineer and manufacture grease-free plastic bearings and linear slides for use in various automotive applications, including seats, hinges, foot pedals, windshield wipers and convertible tops. But one crucial element that we don’t talk about enough is our ability to work with car manufacturers […]

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4 months ago
Engineer’s Guide to Changeovers

Read this eBook to learn about some of the ways to make changeovers more manageable and improve your entire packaging operation.

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9 months ago
Predictive maintenance for machines and systems

Read this white paper to learn about smart plastics from igus® and how they can eliminate unplanned machine downtime through condition monitoring and predictive maintenance.

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10 months ago
Fundamentals of semiconductor production

Semiconductor production is a complicated process, but that doesn''t mean it should be difficult to understand. Read this white paper to learn about chip-making and its stringent requirements

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10 months ago
Innovative plastics in automated pipetting

Read this white paper to learn about how tribologically optimized plastics are being used in automated pipetting applications to save space, eliminate maintenance and improve efficiency

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11 months ago
Selecting the correct drylin® W pillow block and liner

Pairing the proper pillow block and liner materials is essential. This tech talk talks about some of the most common drylin® pillow block and liner materials, and which are best to pair together.

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11 months ago
DIY 3D printer components that will improve your design

This blog highlights the components available from igus for use in DIY 3D printers, making the sourcing of these components simpler and ensuring compatibility and ease-of-use

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11 months ago
drylin® W round carriages, liners & rails at a glance

In this infographic, learn more about our self-lubricating, grease-free drylin® W linear bearings, rails, guides and carriages.

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11 months ago
Improve your autonomous mobile robots with plastic components

AMRs have become a staple in many warehouses, but many applications aren''t getting the most potential out of them. Read on to learn how plastic components can transform AMRs

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over 1 year ago
Shining a Light on Mobile Device Virus Control Using drylin® Linear Slides

As healthcare facilities rely more on mobile devices and COVID-19 has the chance to spread rapidly through healthcare facilities, hospitals are looking for new way to ensure mobile device sterility.

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over 1 year ago
New Exoskeleton Shoulders Rehab Burden for Stroke Patients

Learn about how a new device assists physical therapists and stroke patients in improving functionality in fast-growing medical concern. Learn how the designers were able to utilize drylin systems.

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over 1 year ago
When to Use Plastic Linear Bearings & Linear Guides or Recirculating Ball Systems

Linear bearings are machine elements that perform a linear movement. Rolling or sliding elements transmit the forces that occur. In this white paper, two linear guide concepts are compared: sliding on plastics as well as rolling by means of rolling elements made of steel balls. Both linear plain bearings and linear ball bearings take over the guidance and positioning in classic mechanical engineering as well as in automation. But when should we use a plastic plain bearing and a rolling bearing with steel balls? Read this whitepaper to learn more.

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over 1 year ago
Reducing car weight through seating adjustments

There''s a constant push to make cars lighter, faster, and more efficient. One of the easiest and most effective ways to do so is with high-performance plastic components for automotive seating

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over 1 year ago
igus® Components for Robotic Applications

Learn from Product Managers Nicole Lang (iglide®) and Matt Mowry (drylin®) as they discuss some of the igus® components used in robotic applications.

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over 1 year ago
What can curved rails offer that standard rails can’t?

Read this blog to learn more about drylin® curved rails and some of the advantages they offer over more standard linear rails.

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almost 2 years ago
Autonomous cleaning robot runs even cleaner with drylin® linear bearings

Learn how Swiss startup KEMARO AG is using igus components to improve their industrial cleaning robot design, making it lighter, quieter, and longer lasting.

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almost 2 years ago
Speedy Delivery From Stock with drylin®

Shop for drylin® linear bearings here: https://www.igus.com/info/drylin-linear-guides-overview Or contact Matt Mowry with any questions: https://www.igus.com/myigus/default.aspx?page=form_contact&adr

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almost 2 years ago
Stop Motion Rails & Carriages | drylin® Linear Guides

To inquire about these and other drylin linear products, please contact us via this form. (https://www.igus.com/info/drylin-contact). In this video, learn about drylin stop motion products. Rather t

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about 2 years ago
Sliding vs Rolling: Benefits of Plastic Linear Bearings

Learn about the advantages of implementing plastic linear plain bearings into applications as well as how to correctly do so. Optionally, watch the webinar, complete with informational slides.

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about 2 years ago
2:1 Rule for Linear Bearings & Shafts | The igus® Classroom

In this video, resident drylin® expert and Product Manager Matt Mowry describes the 2:1 rule as it applies to linear bearings and rails. He also discusses two solutions on how to get around the rule.

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about 2 years ago
drylin® Quick-Change Bearing Liner for Linear Guides

To learn more click here!: https://www.igus.com/info/n21-exchange-bearing igus® has been innovating drylin linear slide bearings for over 25 years with the goal of long durability, low wear rates, an

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