Sustainability

Why is vertical farming becoming so popular in the UK?

Vertical farming is something that we are hearing more and more of and when you look at the situation with climate change, it is becoming more essential. There are many ways of ensuring that vertical farming is successful in a positive way! Read more to find out how igus® products are helping in this innovative way of farming.

Is there such a thing as a sustainable car?

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?

DIY van conversion; how to convert your van into a campervan

DIY has always been popular but never more so than since the pandemic began. Money is tight, people want to escape and they are learning to get their hands dirty, so to speak. Transforming a van into a DIY campervan has grown in popularity and igus® have been aiding this growth by helping supply products perfectly suited to these DIY projects

Litter picking around the UK

At igus® the green initiatives are one of the key areas that are being focused on in 2021. There are some large changes going on behind the scenes but there is something we can all do, help clean up the planet. Litter is a massive issue, so igus® employees up and down the country have been helping with cleaning up the UK in the igus® big spring clean.

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Recycle plastic energy chains with igus®

Recycling is paramount if we want this planet to survive. igus® now offer a recycling programme for ANY energy chain to be recycled, not just igus® chains. It is simple and could save you money.

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Small Robot Company – an agricultural weeding robot with igus® parts

The igus® delta robot is capable of more than just being a pick and place robot. Much more! Working with the Small Robot Company, the delta robot has been catapulted into the agricultural industry. Not only is it working in this harsh environment, it is thriving! Read all about it here.

Why is sustainability important and how is igus® contributing?

If everyone contributed towards the sustainability of the planet the environmental impact would reduce instantly. igus® has invested millions of euros replacing old machines with more energy efficient machines but they are not stopping there….