igus, the Germany-based manufacturer of motion plastics, announced it is adding two new materials to its range of ball bearings for high-temperature use. Machines and systems have to withstand temperatures above 200°F and aggressive chemicals. For more machine reliability and less maintenance, igus has developed the dry-running xiros A500 deep groove ball bearing specifically for […]
What is a Linear Actuator & Why Would You Want One?
By Matt Mowry When I first started working in technical sales for igus® back in the year 2000, we had three series of linear slides: drylin R, drylin T, and drylin N. drylin R and T were dimensionally similar to the round-shaft and profile guides that already existed within the industrial marketplace at the time—of course, our parts were made…
Smart, solar-powered trash bin with igus plain bearings
A clean cityscape is what many large cities around the world long for. Finbin, a Finnish company, has engineered an innovative trash receptacle to bring that dream closer. This advanced trash bin employs a solar-powered compactor that increases waste collection capacity by six times. Self-lubricating igus plain bearings incorporated into the design ensures a long […]
Hannover Fair update: igus’ Blase looking forward to AI tools for engineers
Members of the media got a sneak peek at the igusGO app at last month’s Hannover Fair, a fascinating new cloud platform that uses artificial intelligence in a very creative way. A beta version of the app was demonstrated by CEO Frank Blase as we walked around the company’s booth. A user simply takes a…
Machine Heat Recovery System from igus heats factories with waste coolant water
Engineers from igus are now using a simple technology for heat recovery. It heats industrial factories with the waste coolant water from machines, saving on gas costs and CO2 emissions. The company is making the technology available online, with all the details available to other industrial companies. If all injection moulders worldwide were to use…
Maximum safety in battery production: first certified energy chain for the dry cleanroom
Whenever the highest hygiene standards are required, igus scores high with dry-running and abrasion-resistant plastic components for movement. In particular, battery production for tomorrow’s mobility requires special environmental conditions, which are achieved through the combination of dry rooms and cleanrooms. The Fraunhofer IPA has developed a new type of certificate for precisely these requirements. The […]
Heavy loads are no problem for the new igutex TX3 fiber-wound material
In applications with loads of more than 80Mpa, plain bearings made of thermoplastic materials can push their limits. igus, the world leader in motion plastics, has expanded the existing range of standard plain bearings with the new igutex fiber-wound plain bearing series. The series displays its strength in heavy-duty areas such as construction machinery or […]
igus energy supply, the only one of its kind in the world, makes jib cranes safer
Energy and data cables hanging from jib cranes often pose a great risk. Careless movement of loads, forklifts, or other slewing crane systems in the immediate vicinity can cause them to become entangled and torn off. igus has therefore developed the guidelok swing, the only energy supply system of its kind in the world. It […]
igus brings innovations live to the screen at Hannover Messe
No time to visit the Hannover Messe 2023? No problem. Igus, the motion plastics specialist, is offering the so-called Remote Scout Service for the first time this year. The igus experts equipped with data glasses show visitors live the new products that are of interest to them in individual online tours. For the first time,…
igus drives engineering forward with 190 physical and digital new products
A low-cost robot operated via a VR headset. Spare parts identified and ordered in seconds using AI on a smartphone. A mobile app that immediately identifies potential applications for lubrication-free parts on an excavator. igus launches a selection of digital tools in 2023, as well as products and services which are easy to use and…
One of a kind igus energy supply makes jib cranes safer
Energy and data cables hanging from jib cranes often pose a great risk. Careless movement of loads, forklifts, or other slewing crane systems in the immediate vicinity can cause them to become entangled and torn off. igus® has therefore developed the guidelok swing, the only energy supply system of its kind in the world. It…
The latest developments in fast food automation
The fast-food industry is all about tasty food at low prices with cheerful customer service — all delivered fast. But with labor shortages and supply chain issues still plaguing the economy, how can businesses compete and survive? Fast-food restaurants across the globe are pondering ways to automate certain tasks or entire assembly lines to provide continuous service […]
Igus: Smart Green Island Makeathon
The Smart Green Island Makeathon in Gran Canaria centered around designing, building, and coding. Recently conducted for the sixth time, the event was organized by ITQ GmbH. This prototyping event unites students, academic institutions, and businesses from across the globe to create groundbreaking, eco-friendly technologies for the future. Emphasis is placed on areas such as…
igus mobile exposition meets customers where they are
The igus mobile exposition allows customers to interact with the latest igus innovations without leaving the parking lot. In keeping with evolving business strategies of meeting customers where they are, igus has announced the company is expanding its traveling roadshow for the balance of 2023. The mobile exposition will showcase engineering solutions from igus, the […]
The latest in EV, eBike, and AGV motion systems
We recently asked several industry experts about the trends they’re seeing in the design and use of electric vehicles (EVs), scooters, eBikes, and autonomous ground vehicles (AGVs). Here’s what those experts had to say. MEET THE EXPERTS Ian Blasch | Senior director— business development • Jabil James Gallant | Director of operations • ISL Products…
igus introduces world’s first cable for hanging applications
igus, maker of motion plastics and moving cable management systems, has introduced a new hybrid cable for SEW EURODRIVE’s MOVILINK DDI technology. A unique aramid support element gives the CFSPECIAL.192 500% more tensile strength than a standard MOVILINK DDI cable, enabling five times the distance in vertical hanging applications. Machines have to work reliably around […]
Smart e-chains made easy through online configurator
igus now offers a wide range of online tools to streamline assembling ready-to-connect e-chain cable carrier systems in just a few steps. The tools include the “e-chain expert,” which enables interested parties to assemble an individual e-chain energy chain system in just three steps. Price, service life, and delivery time are displayed. For the first […]
New E4Q e-chain with extender crossbars for safe guidance of large hoses
igus has developed a new extender crossbar design for its E4Q modular energy chain series to guide large hoses safely. With the help of an adapter system, the e-chain can be individually adapted to the hose diameter. The tool-free E4Q opening mechanism ensures easy energy supply installation and filling. In 2019, igus launched a new […]
RBTX robotics marketplace now available in 18 countries
igus, a manufacturer of motion plastics, is expanding its broad range of low-cost automation solutions, reflecting the company’s determination to lower the barriers to entering the automation age. The robotics marketplace helps interested parties find the right automation solution for their individual application as easily, quickly, and cost-effectively as possible. RBTX.com has been part of…
Certified safety: new biocompatible igus ball bearing material for medical technology
xiros MT180 complies with the world’s most stringent safety standards and re-duces certification costs for medical technology products igus is expanding its range of high-performance plastics for medical technology. New to the product range: xiros MT180, a material for light, hygienic, dry-running deep groove ball bearings. The new material is certified according to the strictest […]
Fast set-up of motor control systems from igus with no lengthy programming
The programming of motor control systems and the integration into machine environments often takes several days and can cost thousands of dollars. Now, igus, the leader in motion plastics and moving cable management systems, has removed the barrier. With free motion sample programs available from igus, it is possible to commission the dryve® series motor […]
Clearance-free multi-link hinges with self-calibrating iglide plain bearings
igus, a global manufacturer of engineered components to increase the service life of customers’ machines, announced the development of iglide F300 – a highly wear-resistant material, especially for components in automobiles that should be clearance-free and silent moving. Producing clearance-free multi-link hinges cost-effectively for spoiler kinematics and soft-top and hinge systems is challenging. Often only […]
Two new hybrid cables from igus suitable for Bosch Rexroth and Siemens
Energy and data transmission bundled in one cable. Hybrid technology is gaining acceptance among more and more drive manufacturers. Given this ongoing trend, igus is expanding its chainflex cable portfolio with two new hybrid cables. The first is the CF280.UL.H401 with PUR jacket suitable for the modular drive system ctrlX DRIVE from Bosch Rexroth for […]
How does RPA fit into modern automation solutions?
In the world of automation, AI and robotics are the hottest topics. Nearly any discussion about automation eventually makes its way back to them. Rarely, however, is robotic process automation (RPA) talked about. This blog will do just that, discussing how RPA came about, when and why it’s used, and how it stacks up against…
So very clean: new igus slewing ring bearing for food contact
igus, the leading global manufacturer of engineered components to increase the service life of customers’ machines, announced it has introduced a hygienically de-signed slewing ring bearing that enables quick, residue-free cleaning during use. The new slewing ring bearing can remain permanently installed in an application with food contact, saving the user the effort of developing […]