Formula Student team relies on igus® cables for its triumphant all-electric car.

Published on: 08/04/2020

27th March, 2020 A team of undergraduates at Surrey University are pioneering Formula Student in the UK with an all-electric powertrain. Formula Student is the world’s largest student motorsport competition, which brings together teams from universities across the world. Team SURTES (Surrey University Racing Technology Engineering Solutions) operates out of the Engineering Design Centre in […]

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drylin delta robot now available with 10x larger working space

Published on: 08/04/2020

3rd March, 2020 igus has introduced a new version of its drylin delta robot with a 10x larger work space volume compared to its original model. This lightweight DLE-DR system for simple pick & place tasks, is delivered as a kit or ready to install product. This guarantees quick operation and saves costs immediately. The […]

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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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