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Improve technology and reduce costs
For years the igus® motto has been "plastics for longer life®". By this we mean the production of innovative plastic products which reduce maintenance work, achieve technical improvements, at the same time as reducing costs and increasing service life, everything delivered immediately from stock.
Our customers were able to improve the technology and reduce costs in more than 590 applications.
Some examples:
Some examples:
The E-ChainSystems® today clearly contribute toward reliability, as system downtimes, for example through cable breaks, are reduced to zero.
Cables defy heat, sun, rain and snow
Previously used cables from a competitor had failed; since then the temperature-resistant Chainflex® cables are used; the larger-than-life size LED screen in Dallas functions in any weather.
Rough environment, high speed
Even in particularly aggressive ambient conditions like in this high speed machining center, energy supply systems prove their reliability.
Costs saved, machine
availability increased
As iglidur® plain bearings have a long service life, and in addition need not be lubricated and costs only a fraction compared to conventional bearings, 90% of the costs could be saved.
More than Euro 10,000 saved each year
The previously used bearings were blocked and the shafts used to break. The lubricant-free igubal® flange bearings used instead have been operating since May 2007 without failure. This saved Euro 2,440 in repair costs and Euro 8,400 in machine stoppages each year.
Trouble-free operation instead of shaft destruction
Due to the dirt accumulation in the ball bearings, the balls were blocked and the shafts were destroyed. The concrete cutting machine has now run for over three years entirely free of troubles despite the extremely heavy-duty operation.
Eurobot 2006
International robotics competition: Technical University of Chemnitz gears up to meet international competition.
Ball gripper
Rheinische Fachhochschule (technical college) in Cologne: Reduction of friction when the ball gripper's camera arm is extended.
Eraser robot
The eraser robot of the Hans Böckler-Schule at the Berufskolleg Münster combines technology with cultural history.
TV stand
A pivoting TV stand needed a cost effective, self-lubricating bearing. It had to have low wear and...
Fairground rides
The demands on the facility are very high. All parts of the elevator are permanently exposed to wind and weather, and additional centrifugal forces act upon the parts by the 180° rotation.
Land board
Freestyle kite powered land board traditionally use heavy sets of ball race bearings...
Garden swing
The Arx garden swing for up to four adults is a high quality consumer product; designed, engineered and manufactured in the UK...
Gym Equipment
Positioning mechanisms on gym equipment typically need maintenance. However, igus® DryLin® W bearings mean this is...
Bicycle
In most cases, current state of the art bicycle frames are fitted with rear wheel suspension or pivotable joints...
Fishing speargun
Spear fishing is a popular sport at coastal regions all over the world. The speargun is essentially the same everywhere in that it comprises...
Distillery
A series of interactive exhibits were designed and developed for a distillery visitor centre in Scotland using igus®’ iglidur® slewing rings...
Idler assembly
Mainly used on golf courses and sports fields, the igus® bearing is used to retain the concentricity of the inner axially sliding pin...
Electro-roller
Bearings made of the "iglidur Q" material cope with high loads just as well with various pivoting angles and are thus ideally suitable for the application in the "Zoob" electric scooter.
Control unit for high-tech mountainbikes
The rear derailleur for high-tech mountain bikes benefits from plastic plain bearings, maintenance is no longer required for MTBs.
Electrically driven children's car
Polymer bearings in electric cars for children: Top quality was achieved.
Recumbent bike
igubal® rod end bearings are used in the titling mechanism of this recumbant bike.
Hot-air balloon
Plastic plain bearing in almost oxygen-free atmosphere: World record for flight altitude in a hot-air balloon.
Art over TV - Art over flat-screen TV
Flat-screen TVs are increasingly mounted on walls. But previously pictures or paintings often hung at this place. Art over TV combines both.
Load roller
In this scooter, the steering was newly designed with igus® polymer plain bearings.
Cylinder for race spoiler
By the use of iglidur® bearings, the cylinder is completely maintenance-free, and the weight could be reduced by about 10% of the original.
Game of minigolf
The igus® E-Chain® B17 was just completely alienated from its intended purpose for this clever application.
Data gloves
Theproblem with previous data glove solutionswas that the sensors in the gloveswere subject to extreme loads and thatmovement signals were also producedunintentionally during sideways movements.
Temporary display
Visible for approx. only one minute are these pictures, which are ”printed“ with UV lighton a light-sensitive screen.
Caravan step
The rod end bearings for the steps of the caravans are tough and insensitive to dirt.
Golf caddy
The igubal® flange and pillow block bearings compensate for the misalignments of the bent structure on this self-propelled golf caddy.
Accessory equipment for lawn care
In the accessory equipment for lawn care and outdoor cleaning, the igubal® flange bearings offer good value at a low price and a simple possibility for a corrosion-resistant bearing.
Mountainbike
The maintenance-free spherical bearings in the carbon yoke compensates for the frame and spring movements resulting from the dynamic quality of driving.
Stadium paneling
igubal® spherical bearings are used in the main bearing assembly of every individual slat due to their freedom from maintenance, corrosion resistance and atmospheric resistance.
Clock mechanism
The low demand for space and freedom from corrosion of iglidur® J plain bearings qualified them for use in this model.
Cart
We can offer a significant advantage in racing by the enormous weight reduction achieved by iglidur® W300 bearings.
Swing arm rear suspension
The high edge load in particular is the main reason for the use of iglidur® G plastic thrust washers.
Rollercoaster
iglidur® Z plain bearings in a roller coaster at Six Flags Theme Park have significantly reduced costs.
Fitness equipment
New solutions for fitness equipment save production costs and assembly times.
Transport vehicle with 4-wheel Ackermann steering
Maintenance-free track accuracy
Reduction of recoil on large-calibre long firearms
Precise and ergonomic
Moving Head
The plain bearing used has a low frictional resistance and is low maintenance and lubricant-free.
Suspension fork
To victory with igus® - maintenance of the suspension fork eliminated.
“Torsionator” sports/training equipment
Quiet and low friction
Basketball shooting device
Basketball shooting device for wheelchairs: Due to igus® products only a little energy is lost through friction, and there is only a minimal angular shift when the shaft accelerates vertically.
Boat motor
lifting device
Boat motor lifting device and inner boom roll-up device equipped with plastic plain bearings.
Motorbike front forks
The needle bearings previously used had to be serviced or replaced every few years.
Recumbent trike
Due to their lower weight and better suspension qualities, the company switched to igubal® rod end bearings.
Lawn mower
Vibration caused by the rotating wheel had to be dampened and the bearing assembly had to be corrosion resistant in order to withstand strong fertilizers and dew dampness in the grass.
Lawn mowers and garden equipment
The iglidur® plain bearings are used here in various bearing points.
Sit-on ski
Used in difficult conditions: vibration, random forces, sudden shocks and cold, wet snow.
Parasol
The plastic bearings used do not need any oil and remain functional and clean. The performance of the plastic is not affected by extreme temperature fluctuations (hot and dry, cold and wet).
Telemark ski binding
The telemark bindings kept on breaking and failing. A sturdy, maintenance-free product was able to be achieved using the iglidur® plastic bearings.
Driving beer crate
Bearings on steering linkage and connection in a racing beer crate.
Formula 1 racing car
Steering/damper connection on a Formula 1 model racing car.
Model helicopter
Reliable and vibration dampening linkage on the swashplate and the rotor guide.
Brake van
Here, a moving slide on a trailer is supplied with energy. The trailer is used as a brake van in “tractor pulling” competitions.
Design motorbike
This vector® contribution presents a motorbike with an unusual design.
Cableway switch
Every day, the cableway cabins on the Kitzsteinhorn cableway have to be moved off or put back onto the storage sidings in the top and bottom stations.
Flat motorbike
This motorbike prototype has been designed extremely flat to keep consumption as low as possible.
Ice sculpture device
Every day, an ice sculpture for the glittering world of Las Vegas is created here fully automatically.
Dragon robot
A robot as an actor: Tradinno is one of the main actors in Germany's oldest folk play the "Further Drachenstich".
Sliding sunshade
While designing the sliding sunshade, much emphasis was placed upon a dirt- and weather-resistant bearing and guidance.
Jetpack
Since temperatures of several hundred degrees Celsius occur here, the pilot must wear fire and heat-resistant clothing. The bearings used also have to withstand the high temperatures and pressures.
Melting probe
The bearings of the ice screw must be insensitive to water and dirt, as well as thermally insulated.
Sanitary elements in mobile homes
Here, sanitary elements in the bathroom unit are installed with igus® products.
Electric scooter
Lightweight components are particularly important here to ensure as little energy as possible is required for movement.
Folding trailer
This folding trailer “Tyligo” is extremely flexible and can be used to transport all kinds of things.
Conversion of the wheel suspension on trikes
This application shows a conversion kit for the suspension in three-wheeled motorcycles.
Offroad beach wheel chair
This special wheelchair allows people who can only walk with diffi culty to go to the beach.
Pedals for mountain bikes
In this application, metallic ball bearings and DU bushings have been replaced by lighter iglidur® flange bearings.
Dorsal trainer
This equipment is used to train the dorsal muscles. In order to use it comfortably, the base must be adjustable.
Vibrating exercise equipment
In this exercise equipment, vibrations are specifically used to build up muscles.
Cross-trainer
When the design was revised, the metal pivoting bearings used so far were replaced by igubal® KGLM pivoting bearings.
Electric golf trolley
Four igubal® pivoting bearings from igus® were tested for the floating axle through the drive, and found to be suitable after several months of tests.
Ski bikes
This exceptional sporting equipment makes bombing down a ski slope like riding a bicycle.
Ski sledge
This innovative sledge allows people to ski sitting down. The sledge is steered by the feet and tilted by the hands.
All-terrain wheelchair
This manus® contribution also shows an exceptional off-road wheelchair, the "Quadrix".
Foam cutter
The cutting wire is moved along the vertical axis by two DryLin® ZLW toothed belt shafts.
Hydrogen cars
The steering unit, inclusive of the steering rod, is made of carbon fibres and is mounted with igubal® flange bearings and igubal® rod end bearings. These allow a weight reduction of about 30 per cent compared to other solutions.
Car-trailer
In this car-trailer, an igus® flange bearing made of iglidur® Z replaces the previously used phosphor bronze bearing.
Small electric plane
To achieve the best flying conditions, all components must be lightweight and at the same time as durable as possible.
Two-piece snowboard
With this snowboard, the “Twistboard”, both parts are connected via an axially aligned joint.
Cordless screwdriver vehicle
The driver lies on this vehicle with his armed stretched out and head facing forward.
Racing bike brake
An extremely light weight is the most important criterion when constructing a racing bike brake.
4D seats
Maintenance-free igubal® pedestal bearings are used in theatre seats; they are noiseless and operate reliably even at high loads.
Sculpture
iglidur® plain bearings and thrust washers are shown here in the service of art.
Information board
This information board is exposed to the weather and the forces of nature all year round.
Folding seat „Sitty“
Provides a seat without taking too much room away from pedestrians: this is possible with the „Sitty“ folding seat.
Bearings for record players
The main concern when designing the bearing support for this record player turntable was silent and low-vibration movement.
Model excavator
This fully functional hydraulic excavator was copied on a scale of 1:14.5.
Sailor doll
This doll is used for representing maritime signals and originated from a marketing project in collaboration with a doll builder.
Racing car
The suspension pins in this racing car were previously guided without bearings.
Model train lift
The trains belonging to this particular model train fan can be driven automatically from the shelf onto the track.
Wave machine
Since the tank is filled with salt water, the components used may not be susceptible to corrosion.
Pedal boat
In this pedal boat, the moving parts of the drive mechanism must be mounted free of lubricants, since the screw is in the water.
Submarine
Seawater is a very corrosive environment on account of its high salt content. Components that are exposed to the water must withstand it.
Solar aircraft
The prototype of the „Sunseeker Duo“ solar plane is the world‘s first solar-powered two-seater.
Winding bushings
The use of iglidur® bearings quadrupled the service life of the machine. It made it possible to save almost 300 mechanic-hours plus ca. 8 tonnes of cotton wool.
Caipirinha mixer
The components used must be suitable for use with food, which is why the design engineers decided in favour of xiros® ball bearings.
GOLFCRAFT Golf Trolley
Golfcraft golf trolleys made of carbon and aluminum - lightweight and foldable.
Yacht building
Seawater-resistant, wear-resistant polymer plain bearings are used in the new generation models of yacht building instead of self-made roller bearings.
Rehab equipment
This rehab equipment uses drylin® lead screw nuts for format adjustments.
Presentation system
Outstanding presentations with the "beamflizzer" without the distracting cable-jungle.
High-performance
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Easy cable changes and a compact design with ideal dimensions.
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Automatic multi-storey car park
Automobiles are parked and subsequently retrieved without the driver's involvement.
"umbrail" racing car
Due to their low weight, iglidur® Q plain bearings were used in place of bronze bushings for the spring suspension of the racing car.
Swimming pool cover
Despite high installation costs, the solution with ball bearings and shrink tubing never achieved a proper sealing. The problem could be solved thanks to igubal® flange bearings.
Camping without lubricants
Highly compact while traveling, very spacious at the campground, with the help of drylin® lead screw modules.
Cocktail mixing machine
This machine can be controlled by tablet, smartphone or PC and automatically mixes cocktails.
Kiteboard
This kiteboard has to be able to cope with heavy impact as well as with humidity and soiling.
Ski touring binding
This ski touring binding provides optimum walking comfort and stability combined with maximum release safety.
Training machine
This machine is used in football training for both field players and goalkeepers.
Wellness module
This wellness module consists of a sliding seat, three water basins and is used in the fish therapy.
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