Sustainability is not only vital for companies it is vital for individuals. Small changes can not only have an environmental impact but also a cost impact. In huge industries such as the automotive industry, small changes can make a massive difference but can it help in making sustainable vehicles?
What is a slewing ring bearing? Such a simple question, but do you have an answer? In this blog, we identify what a slewing ring is and how the igus® PRT slewing ring can help improve your application. Have a read to find out more.
With such stringent requirements, it is no wonder that the automotive industry can be tough! igus® have worked tirelessly to ensure the products we develop are suited to such tough environments.
Lightweight, lubrication-free and durable, all traits ideal for a highly demanding industry.
Plastic gears are becoming more popular with engineers and designers thanks to the flexibility of manufacturing them. With the likes of the igus® gear configurator, you can now pick the best materials, make modifications and see how long the gear would last. Can you do that with metal gears?
Conveyors are everywhere! They keep the UK moving, production lines, in supermarkets, they are literally everywhere! But how do you prevent them from breaking down and how can you increase their productivity? With small changes, you can make a big difference.
You may not have heard the term ” dryspin” before but you may know the term “high-helix”. Effectively, they are a similar beast! The dryspin technology is based on the high helix thread but dryspin is exclusively manufactured by igus®.
It is important to know the facts. Once you have the facts you can make an informed decision. Lubricating bearings is not necessary in some circumstances and it can in fact be detrimental to some products if you do. This blog identifies the top 3 reasons why you shouldn’t lubricate bearings.
There is such a wide variety of ball bearings, metal, ceramic, plastic and all have variations of ball materials. This blog identifies some options that you have in regards to ball bearings. Which variation suits your requirements?
