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Igus
Igus is a German manufacturer of motion plastics including polymer bearings, energy chains, flexible cables, and linear systems designed for maintenance-free, lubrication-free operation.
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Igus, established in 1964 in Cologne, Germany, is a global leader in motion plastics technology. The company manufactures high-performance plastic components that eliminate the need for lubrication and reduce maintenance requirements while extending service life.
Igus offers an extensive range of over 200,000 products including:
- e-chain plastic cable carriers for cable and hose guidance
- iglide plastic bearings and bushings
- drylin linear bearings, slides, and actuators
- chainflex flexible cables and hoses
- igubal self-aligning bearings
- dryspin lead screws and nuts
- xiros ball bearings and rollers
Igus products are used across 72 countries in more than 50 industries including 3D printing, crane and heavy-duty equipment, offshore, automotive, and renewable energy sectors such as wind and solar power.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do Igus bearings require lubrication?
- No, Igus polymer bearings are designed for lubrication-free and maintenance-free operation.
- What are Igus e-chains used for?
- Igus e-chains (energy chains) are plastic cable carriers used to guide and protect cables and hoses in moving machine applications.
- Does Igus manufacture linear motion components?
- Yes, Igus offers drylin linear bearings, slides, actuators, and lead screw systems for linear motion applications.
- What industries use Igus products?
- Igus products are used in over 50 industries including automotive, manufacturing, robotics, renewable energy, and heavy equipment.
- Are Igus chainflex cables designed for continuous motion?
- Yes, chainflex cables are specifically engineered for continuous flexing applications in cable carriers.
