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energy chain

Tailor-made cable interfaces with new online shop for igus Module Connect

Published on: 31/01/2023

180 individual parts offer further configuration freedom for connecting energy chains Module Connect from igus is a space-saving connector for electrical cables, fibre optic cables and pneumatic hoses. It is mainly used where several cables are plugged into energy chains in the smallest possible space. For individual configuration of these plug-in modules, at no cost, […]

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Rishi, your plastic bottle deposit return scheme is welcome – but igus beat you to it

Published on: 24/01/2023

A new plastic bottle deposit return scheme – to tackle more of the 13 billion plastic bottles we produce every year – was finally given the government’s green light on Friday 20th January 2023. But igus has already paved the way with its popular “chainge” scheme for end-of-life e-chains and its brand new cable recycling […]

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VOTW-Smart technology prevents expensive downtime

Published on: 12/01/2023

Downtime costs money. Wasted money causes stress. Stress causes unhappiness. In order to prevent unhappiness, stress and wasted money companies are investing in smart technology which alerts staff when breakages or excessive wear is occurring in production lines. In this video of the week, you can see how simple the technology and system and how […]

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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- Prevent loopage on your Cobot with igus® triflex® robotic chains

Published on: 13/12/2022

In this week’s video of the week, the UR Cobot is on display in combination with the triflex® fibre rod system. The fibre rod system ensures your services remain controlled and prevent loop formation. To view this week’s video, click here https://youtu.be/1HWkAKA54qg To find out more about the fibre rod system used on this robot […]

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VOTW- chainflex® robotic cables for demanding applications

Published on: 02/12/2022

The complex movements in industrial applications demand twistable cables with a long service life. chainflex® robotic cables from igus® have been specifically designed and tested for these requirements, making them the perfect solution! In this week’s video of the week, highlights some of the key benefits. To view the video, click here https://youtu.be/iBFcaGzQEZ4 For more […]

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New compact igus cables guarantee 100 million double strokes in small, precise applications

Published on: 29/11/2022

chainflex cables CF98.PLUS and CF99.PLUS are durable, sustainable and allow the smallest bending radii for precision movements igus’ motto is the continuous improvement in design to optimize customers’ moving applications. The specialist for cables in motion has now further developed its successful chainflex control cable series, with the CF98.PLUS and CF99.PLUS – the only cables […]

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Better cable stowage for EV charge points

Published on: 22/11/2022

igus presents a design study for a compact, automatic cable management system for electric vehicle chargers A quick pull and the power cable retracts: With the new automatic cable management system called e-tract 2.0, igus wants to make charging electric vehicles at charge points more convenient for EV owners. And thanks to a sophisticated interplay […]

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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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