Video of the Week – How to increase safety and reliability for collaborative robots

Published on: 08/04/2020

6th February, 2020 When humans and machines stand shoulder to shoulder on the production line, safety at work is a critical issue. To ensure cables and hoses are reliably and compactly guided on cobots, igus has developed a universal clamp. The Lean Robotics retaining fixture, which is injection moulded, is available in one universal size, […]

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igus lubrication-free spherical polymer components replace metal bearings

Published on: 24/03/2020

No one wants a rusty bearing. It contaminates, it is dirty and it wears the shaft. igus bearings do not rust, they are self lubricating and are therefore low-maintenance.

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Entries for 2020 vector award to close shortly.

Published on: 24/03/2020

The most novel and demanding design with the greatest innovation will receive the golden vector award. The prize includes 5,000 euros, the award will be presented at the 2020 Hannover Messe.

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Machine tool manufacturer relies on complete solution from igus for energy supply system

Published on: 20/03/2020

Being one of the largest gantry machine centres in Taiwan, Kao Ming needs the best products, support and most reliable systems they can. This article highlights key features

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readychains accelerate productivity for machine and plant builders

Published on: 11/09/2019

Manufacturers can improve efficiency with harnessed energy chains September 11, 2019 – Machine and plant manufacturers can reduce production costs, improve efficiency and reduce potential sources of error from the start of the product life cycle by using readychains from igus, the Germany-based manufacturer of motion plastics. Readychain systems provide an economical and swift solution […]

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