Plastic gears are going to be the thing of the future. No lubrication, lightweight, recyclable but there is more. More options for you as the customer. igus® now machine, 3D print and mould gears in our iglidur® material. Which method would be best for you?
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.
Delta robots shouldn’t cost the earth and there are delta robots that are priced for the low cost market. Does this mean they are less of a product? Absolutely not and the igus® Delta robot is a prime example of how you can but a delta without spending a fortune.
Cable management for any moving application is vital. No more so than for the scara robot. igus® has three main options for this and this blogs highlights the best solutions for your scara robot.
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.
Electrostatic discharge can be dangerous so it is important that this friction is dissipated correctly. igus® have a whole range of ESD products and recently have introduced a 3D filament to the mix, iglidur I8-ESD.
igus® has a large range of FDA approved products, in both the chain range and the bearing. However occasionally the standard range might not quite fit the design so having a large range of stock materials enables customers to be as creative as they desire.
Speed and cost are primary factors of most decisions made by designers when looking at new parts. With 3d printing as an option, this reduces manufacturing time and reduces cost so it is not surprising that people are using this service for replacing metallic grippers. This blog highlights the main benefits of 3d printed grippers in comparison to traditional metal ones
