Low-cost SCARA robot and novel cable storage solution by igus on show at MACH 2022

Published on: 29/03/2022

“Tech up, cost down” is proudly on display at MACH 2022 as motion plastics specialist igus exhibits a new low-cost robot for small scale work and a novel solution for storing and shipping cable drums – both increasing efficiency but keeping costs down. Automating industrial and lab-based operations is becoming more popular with labour shortages […]

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VOTW- chainflex® cables, no 1 for moving applications

Published on: 25/03/2022

In the UK we have over 200KM of chainflex® cable so can keep your machines moving! In this week’s video of the week, you get a sneak preview into why we are number one! Our continuous testing, our 36-month guarantee and being UL verified all ensure we can provide the best to our customers. To […]

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Connected in seconds: Small pluggable energy chain from igus saves 80% assembly time

Published on: 22/03/2022

The plug-in principle of readychain micro-speed enables fast connection of e-chain systems in small installation spaces igus has launched a plug-and-play energy chain system called readychain speed that allows connection of fully assembled e-chain systems in seconds, with no tools needed. This reduces assembly throughput times or machine downtime, and planned maintenance work can be […]

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VOTW- Motion plastics in automatic gates

Published on: 21/03/2022

Have you ever considered the movement of a turnstile or an automated gate? Nowadays the advancement in the technologies used at these gates, such as facial recognition and body scanners, it is more than just an open and shut movement. In this week’s video of the week, adjustable facial recognition screens are shown using various […]

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The “rotating lightning rod”: New roller from igus protects against static sparking

Published on: 15/03/2022

Lubrication- and maintenance-free xiros stainless steel support roller ensures safe operation thanks to electrostatic dissipation. Sparks caused by a lack of electrostatic dissipation can lead to expensive failures of machines and systems, and in the worst case can lead to explosions. To increase protection, igus has introduced a dissipated version of its lubrication- and maintenance-free […]

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