Digitalisation

Digitalisation and how it is being used in every day applications, industries and case studies

How do self lubricating bearings work?

Self lubricating bearings are unsung heroes. Their environmental impact is relatively small in comparison to their metal counterpart but what do we know about how they work?

What is the Internet of Things

What is the Internet of Things (IoT)? 

The Internet of Things is not just a technological trend but a fundamental shift in how we interact with the world. Answer all your questions on the Internet of Things (IoT) in this blog.

what is augmented reality

What is Augmented Reality? 

You may know about AR already, but what are its impacts on engineering and what will it look like in the future?

how to calculate downtime in production

How to calculate downtime in production

Come away from this blog able to calculate downtime in production, understanding the types of downtime, the steps involved, and the tools you can use. 

Virtual Reality in the Manufacturing Industry

Virtual Reality is a fascinating topic across the world right now. But did you know just how many uses VR has in the manufacturing and industrial sector? Read more to find out.

when did industry 5.0 start

What is industry 5.0? 

Industry 5.0 is incoming and with industry 4.0 signalling the rise of robots and automation, how will industry 5.0 be different?

Benefits of industry 4.0 in manufacturing

Industry 4.0 is the future but what exactly is it? Explore key factors contributing to the future of manufacturing and discover igus’® contribution to Industry 4.0!