Many plant operators know the problem: when installing metal ball bearings, lubrication is essential. This procedure has to be repeated at regular maintenance intervals and that not only swallows up money, but also a lot of time. As a ball bearing alternative, xiros is particularly suitable…
Injection moulding tools are usually milled or spark-eroded, require quite some manufacturing time and are therefore expensive. Here, 3D printing opens up new possibilities.
Surface coatings have long since established themselves in all areas of everyday life. From frying pans to bicycle frames, the range of different coating materials and their properties is huge. A more recent phenomenon is the so-called tribological polymer coating. These are plastic-based coatings that have been additionally improved tribologically – i.e. for use as a friction-optimised surface. Thus, metallic surfaces not only protect against corrosion or scratching, but also against abrasion by other friction partners. The main advantage…
At igus, we rely on our partner HARTING for cable harnessing. There were different reasons for this association. In addition to the quality of the products, this also includes delivery reliability and ease of assembly.
Choose the right cable for your industrial door——Choosing the right cables was not quite as easy as it seems at first glance. Sometimes it takes more than just a look in the catalogue. Here, not only the external influences, such as the ambient temperature, must be taken into account, but also application-based specifications.