igus® Canada Blog & Toolbox
By Marco Thull Cables have to withstand a variety of external conditions today, including harsh weather conditions. Therefore, it’s important to know what factors to consider when selecting cables for cold applications. Read on to...
All-plastic bicycle wins in the category “Excellent Product Design – Bicycles and E-Bikes” 9 January 2022 – igus®, the Germany-based manufacturer of engineered motion plastics, announced the company has been awarded the prestigious German Design...
By Beke Nieszytka Cable glands made of polyamide and nickel-plated brass A cable gland, also known as a compression fitting or cable entry, leads the cable into the housing in a sealed and strain-relieved manner. Plugs, terminal...
By Jan Arnoldy In this blog post, you’ll discover why a cable needs a shield and what appropriate shielding looks like for cables in linear and torsional applications. Why does a cable need a...
By Jared Worth In the realm of electrical connectivity, the terms “cable” and “wire” are often used interchangeably, leading to confusion. However, these two components serve distinct purposes in various applications. This blog will...
Guaranteed reliability with new cables for MS2N motors of Bosch Rexroth and Siemens SINAMICS S210 drives 17 January 2023 – Energy and data transmission bundled in one cable. Hybrid technology is gaining acceptance among more...
By Jared Worth The Internet of Things (IoT) has led to a sharp increase in demand for devices with “smart” capabilities, whether it’s home appliances, industrial sensors and actuators, or even vehicles. This increase in demand...
By Jared Worth Anyone who’s flown on a plane since the 1960s has almost certainly boarded the plane through a jet bridge. Jet bridges (also referred to as gangways, skybridges, and passenger boarding bridges)...
By Jared Worth New technological advancements and achievements are impacting nearly every aspect of daily life across the globe. One such groundbreaking advancement is the integration of robotics into education, primarily high school and...
By Michael Rielly Join igus at D&M West 2024 for a glimpse into the future of manufacturing 23 January 2023 – igus®, the global manufacturer of engineered motion plastics components to increase the service life...