productKeeping energy chains on track
Available from igus, magsnap is a new magnetic adapter that holds a plastic energy chain run onto a metallic surface, preventing it from swinging back and forth or moving out of its axis of motion.
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productVideo of the Week – drylin® E flat gantry for test, measurement and labelling
Video of the Week – drylin® E flat gantry for test, measurement and labelling…
productVideo of the Week – key product highlights from Hanover
Video of the Week – key product highlights from Hanover…
productIndustry 4.0 – Realising the Revolution
Again this year Industry 4.0 will be the focus topic of many a seminar, conference and exhibition. Justin Leonard, director, igus asks: “Will the ‘smart factory’ concept ever become reality?”
productTried and tested – a million times
Used in many applications around the world, igus chainflex cables are guaranteed for 5 million double strokes in constantly moving energy chain applications, such as pick and place machines, even with high speeds, accelerations and demanding environmental conditions. Here, Justin Leonard introduces the chainflex M range, which focuses on less demanding applications where reliability is still important but the required cycle life is much lower
articlePlastic bearings and staying power
High-performance plastic bearings are continually working to forge a path into almost every industry – from packaging machines and medical devices, to automotive and many more. However, there are still sceptics in the engineering community due to the misconception that plastic is inferior or weaker than metal. Robert Dumayne, director at igus, looks at how plastic bearings compare to sintered-bronze and PTFE-lined bearings
productVideo of the Week – quick installation with zipper
Video of the Week – quick installation with zipper…
productQuick installation
Suitable for deployment in both sophisticated and industrial applications – including robotics and machine building – the zipper e-chain and e-tube energy chains from igus are said to cut installation time and require no specialist tools.
productExtremely low friction
The new drylin double hybrid roller linear bearings from igus are designed to give extremely low friction. The technology is suitable for use in manually operated applications such as machine guards, door adjustments and furniture.
productigus® latest solutions for extreme conditions at Offshore Europe 2015
igus® latest solutions for extreme conditions at Offshore Europe 2015…
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