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Jean-Patrick Fays, long-standing Virgin Atlantic Captain, visits igus UK to learn more about their world-leading technologies in aerospace. As the aerospace industry continues to grow, igus UK are driving innovation from the factory floor to the stratosphere. With passenger numbers climbing and new environmental mandates reshaping aircraft design, the demand for lightweight, maintenance-free components has […]
Surviving the Harshest Terrain in the Solar System As the US Artemis missions aim to return to the Moon as soon as 2027 and also plan to venture to Mars, engineers face a deceptively simple challenge: how to build a tyre that will not fail. The Moon’s surface is unforgiving, with jagged rocks and temperatures […]
Materials scientists have developed PTFE-free variants for the most common plain bearing materials from igus. igus has announced a breakthrough for greener bearings: polymer plain bearings of the iglidur G, X and H ranges, which are used in machines, systems and vehicles worldwide, are now available PTFE free. This is great news for many companies […]
Shipbuilders worldwide rely on a variety of water-resistant polymer components from igus® Summertime brings the promise of sun, sea and relaxation. As you lie on the beach, overlooking a sea lined with boats and yachts, it’s likely that igus® is at work in each one. A lot of work goes in to ensuring that these […]
Southampton University students complete innovative satellite docking simulator A group of dedicated engineering students at Southampton University are set to showcase their innovative master’s project at the Southampton design show this June. Student Dominic Soltau and his team, supervised by researchers Dr Alex Wittig and Dr Sergio Araujo-Estrada, have created a Satellite Docking and Orbital […]
Race @ Home, founded by Robert Welland, is set to redefine the racing simulator industry by offering the ultimate experience. With a background in management accountancy and minimal knowledge of the racing simulator sphere, Robert embarked on a mission to create the best racing simulator on the market The company is dedicated to providing high-quality, […]
Made with PTFE-free iglidur JGPF to ensure the low-friction and quiet operation of this drylin NT-60-4 telescopic rail. As PFAS plastics face an uncertain future, more manufacturing companies are looking for product solutions that are PFAS-free. To offer customers a reliable and simple solution for telescopic slides, igus has developed a version of the drylin […]
Founded in Ireland, Ecovolve is transforming the construction industry with innovative electric and eco-friendly machinery. The company’s journey, rooted in ambition and ingenuity, has since grown into a pioneering force in sustainable construction equipment. Ecovolve’s inception dates back to 2008, a challenging year marked by the onset of the global recession. Founder, Sean Breen, previously […]
igus is proud to showcase PTFE-free materials and a complete energy chain series made of recycled material. Motion plastics specialist igus latest product developments demonstrate the newest sustainable and low carbon innovations, from PTFE-free materials to a complete energy chain series made of recycled material – plus the dry cleanroom certificate for igus e-chains, developed […]
Entries are now open for the 12th annual manus award.All applications with plain bearings, linear plain bearings and spherical bearings made of solid plastic or plastic compounds are approved. Smart engineers with great ideas for using plastics are invited to apply for the 12th manus award 2025, the igus® award for creative, ambitious and sustainable […]