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Robotic lawn mower cuts an accurate path to success with help from igus

Published on: 31/03/2023

Labour shortages and carbon emissions of petrol mowers means robotic lawn mowers are on the rise. Kingdom Technologies turned to igus to help keep its pay-per-use robotic mower maintenance-free. The greenskeeper surveys drone footage of the golf club. It’s a long fairway and the entire course needs cutting – this one alone could take all […]

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Modular linear guides for long distances assembled with model train track ease

Published on: 21/03/2023

Extendible and easy to install: drylin EGW offers new design freedom on long travel distances. The drylin Endless Gear linear module (EGW) is a modular, lubricant-free linear guide with rack and pinion drive, which can be extended to any length due to the modular plug-in design, at low cost and very light weight. Separate carriages […]

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VOTW-Smooth operation with igus® leadscrews

Published on: 16/12/2022

In this week’s video of the week, a simple application is shown using the igus® leadscrew range combined with not only the high-performance polymer nut but also igubal® flange bearings, energy chain and drylin® motors. With this winning combination, movements can be smooth, lubrication-free and maintenance free. To view the video, click here https://youtu.be/jw2hJYiCKQM To […]

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VOTW- Improve what moves; igus® carries more stock than ever before

Published on: 10/11/2022

It is well reported that supply chain problems across the world are causing havoc in manufacturing. igus® bucks this trend by huge investments in global stock, resulting in ever shorter lead times. Click on this week’s video of the week to see the different product groups that we have expanded https://youtu.be/jMwZqJL1yg0 If you are struggling […]

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VOTW-Cost-effective, lighter and sustainable. Why more Automotive engineers are turning to plastic.

Published on: 03/11/2022

In this current financial struggle, it is no wonder why the automotive industry has been looking at alternatives for expensive, heavy and environmentally damaging components. In this week’s video of the week, the humble car seat is cast into the spotlight, highlighting the various areas of the seat that can be fitted with igus® lubrication-free […]

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VOTW- Build your own camera slide

Published on: 31/10/2022

Our drylin® W range of linear products has always been popular for customers building various camera slides and supports. With its smooth-running surface, robust structure and large variety, the drylin® W rails and carriages are ideal. In this week’s videos of the week, it shows the various options of drylin® products that can be used. […]

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VOTW- Want to go racing? Greaves 3D and igus® bring racing to students at Northampton university

Published on: 30/09/2022

igus®, Greaves 3D Engineering and the University of Northampton came together to introduce the new racing simulator. This has been developed by Greaves 3D Engineering and features approx 45 igus® components from; bearings, linear rails, drives to various types of e-chains®. These racing simulators are being used as part of the esports BSc degree course […]

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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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VOTW- The versatility of the drylin® motors

Published on: 15/08/2022

Universally, we use a variety of motors to power a multitude of machines and applications. These motors all have the same thing in common, they all need to have the ability to adapt to different parameters and to cope with particular functions. Our large range of low-cost automation motors covers a variety of applications, comes […]

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