Robolink® DP has been developed by igus® to enable engineers’ access into automated solutions using low cost robotics. The robolink® DP arm is not only flexible enough to allow 6 degrees of freedom there are many options for end effectors which enhances the opportunism for even more diverse applications. As demonstrated whilst serving this frozen […]
A new chainflex cable box is proving a best seller for plastics expert igus. The chainflex CASE, a new logistics solution from this global manufacturer of energy chain systems and polymer plain bearings, is saving customers both time and money. John Barker, chainflex cable product manager at igus, which has its UK headquarters in Northampton, […]
igus® has developed the e-rib to safely guide cables inside corrugated hoses. Now it has developed a system of reinforcements at both ends as well as rotary unions, to offer a full solution for high-speed SCARA applications.The system is easy to retrofit or can be delivered as a fully harnessed system with igus® chainflex® cables. […]
Product Manager, Dean Aylott igus UK recently celebrated 10 years with the company and to commemorate this milestone, he took to the HotSeat with PlastikCity, the dedicated procurement portal for the UK & IE plastics sector … Q: What trends do you think will shape the future of UK plastics? How will igus respond? Prior […]
The new robolink IP44 from igus: a robot that defies water! Requests by customers for a robolink fit for wet conditions has prompted plastics expert igus to design one that can withstand rain, showers, and moisture. The company, which has its UK headquarters in Northampton, has developed its very first water-resistant robolink – a low-cost […]
Introducing the award-winning Module Connect – a plug-in product that connects electric cables and services A new plug-in connector by motion plastic experts igus has won an ‘Excellent Product Design’ award in the prestigious German Design Awards 2021. The new igus Module Connect Adapter, praised by judges for its innovation, has been designed to suit […]
For applications where you need to connect a supply direct to axis 2, our new swivel bracket is ideal. In this week’s video of the week you see the new swivel arm in action. To watch the video please visit https://youtu.be/2x05J0wrPw0 For more information regarding the triflex® range please visit https://www.igus.co.uk/info/industries-robots-industry or call igus® directly […]
igus® robolink® DP can now be used in splash water applications with a protection class of IP44. In this week’s video of the week you will see how not only the robolink® robot arm copes with water but also an igus® colleague. To watch the video please visit https://youtu.be/9glNMERKzsQ For more information regarding the Robolink® range please visit https://www.igus.co.uk/info/robotics-robolink or call igus® directly on: 01604 […]
Plastics expert igus has developed the world’s first ‘e-skin flat’ single pod – designed specifically to guide cables in compact and particle-free cleanrooms. To ensure quick and easy installation customers can use the e-skin flat to select and combine chambers and then insert the cables in seconds. There is also the option of a new […]
Printed components made intelligent – this is the latest product development from motion plastics experts igus. In this world first, igus can integrated sensors into its printed motion plastics components to predict maintenance requirements and avoid downtime. igus, which has its UK headquarters in Northampton, has developed a special feature; sensors are directly printed into […]