VOTW- Low-cost automation with igus®-ideal for applications in laboratories

Published on: 08/09/2022

This week’s video of the week highlights the various applications that Low-cost automation can be used within laboratories. The lubrication-free products are clean, robust and quiet. The range of different products that can be incorporated into a multitude of systems allows freedom of design and flexibility. To view the video, click here https://youtu.be/ysp-1LJHj8k For an […]

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VOTW- How versatile is the iglidur® coating in automotive?

Published on: 05/09/2022

The automotive industry is tough with strict conditions and requirements. In this week’s video of the week, you can see how iglidur® coating can be beneficial in the Automotive industry. Offering a low co-efficient of friction surface, with the same great lubrication-free properties that other iglidur® products offer. To view the video, click here https://youtu.be/4OQ8gjkCzks […]

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New polymer spherical ball from igus improves food safety and lowers cost

Published on: 30/08/2022

The new material iglidur A181 makes the igubal food contact joint system three-times more wear ­resistant and has several food safety features. To make machines and systems for the food industry even safer, igus has launched the high-performance plastic iglidur A181, a new standard for a spherical ball material for the igubal food contact (FC) […]

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VOTW- How can a ball bearing work in the automotive industry?

Published on: 25/08/2022

This is quite a common question and in this week’s video of the week, the question is answered. The xiros® range of polymer ball bearings are low friction, cost-effective and dirt resistant. Not only that, but they are also quiet which is crucial in Automation. So, in answer to the question, ball bearings are perfect […]

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Avoid long PLC lead times with igus step direction motor driver for low-cost automation

Published on: 24/08/2022

Get your automation system commissioned quickly – simple PLC alternatives from £80 are available directly from stock For many simple automated operations, like adjusting the width of a conveyor guiding edge or the height of a monitor, programmable logic controllers (PLCs) are often oversized and not necessary. Alternatives from igus are the step direction motor […]

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