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Low-Cost-Automation

RBTX Online Marketplace: Now even easier for individual low-cost automation

Published on: 13/12/2022

Intuitive design of web-based marketplace RBTX gives you over 100 cost-effective automation solutions at your fingertips igus’s successful RBTX online marketplace, which helps users looking for cost-effective automation solutions, has been relaunched with new functions and automation feasibility demonstrations. Instead of needing to search across many different sources, machine builders and buyers will find a […]

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VOTW- Robotics made simple!

Published on: 17/11/2022

Robotics doesn’t need to be complicated. In fact, in this weeks’ video of the week, you can see how easy it can be using the igus® Apiro robotic kit. This extremely modular system can create up to 8 different robot kinematics, allowing endless possibilities for learning and applying robotics into various applications.   To view this weeks, video […]

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Combined innovation: igus acquires majority stake in Commonplace Robotics

Published on: 06/10/2022

Motion plastics from igus with intuitive software from Commonplace Robotics join forces for simple, low cost solutions in automation Motion plastics specialist igus is investing in growing its low cost automation activities and has now acquired a majority stake in robot integrator Commonplace Robotics, based in Bissendorf near Osnabrück. Commonplace Robotics specialises in intuitive control […]

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GO! Greaves 3D and igus take the lead in race to perfectly simulate motorsport

Published on: 15/09/2022

A super-realistic racing simulator has been developed by Greaves 3D Engineering that features 45 igus bearings, linear rails, drives and e-chains. The University of Northampton is using the simulator for deployment on its esports BSc degree course. The driver grips the contoured steering wheel lightly and adjusts the seat position forward, angled back. The pedal […]

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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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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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VOTW- 7th axis robot in a welding application

Published on: 04/08/2022

The fabulous application video of the igus® 7th axis robot working alongside the staff at RHEWUM helps increase their workspace from 1300 to 5500mm. With the drylin® ZLW tooth belt linear system, it is quick and easy to set up, low cost and resistant to heat and dirt. Combined with the drylin® linear guides and […]

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Low-cost automation in XXL: Large DIY palletiser robot from igus at a low price

Published on: 29/06/2022

The drylin XXL gantry robot is up to 60% cheaper than comparable robot solutions and is particularly easy to put into service, with free online configuration help. Motion plastics specialist igus is expanding its low-cost automation range with a new drylin XXL room gantry robot. The robot has a working envelope of 2000 x 2000 […]

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The ReBeL of low cost automation: smart igus cobot

Published on: 06/06/2022

The world’s first plastic gearbox for cobots and access to a digital ecosystem: latest igus Low Cost Automation product records 20 new projects per week in Germany alone Low cost and about 8kg, the plug-and-play ReBeL cobot is one of the lightest cobots on the market. Digital services provided with it, such as the RBTXpert and […]

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VOTW- What happens when all products group align?

Published on: 01/06/2022

Having so many product groups across the company, it is amazing to see how they can all work together in perfect harmony! In this week’s video of the week, we see how the Low Cost automation robolink® robots automate the production of our energy chains, building our them right now in our factory! To view […]

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