The head picks up stacks of printed magazines as they come out of a binding machine and places them into a case. A low-profile linear slide bearing was needed that would cope with dusty atmospheres and not require any lubrication. It also had to be durable and lightweight. A linear system from igus, which integrated iglidur® J200 polymer bearings, fulfilled these criteria and allowed for quick assembly and easy maintenance.
Peter Newman
Technical Director
Brillopak Limited