No, UV Rays Don’t Damage All Plastic Cable Carriers
By Jason Freed I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard this statement: “Yeah, but this system is outside…ya know, in the sun? We can’t use a polymer chain, it will degrade.” It’s...
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Is virtual reality the future?
Article originally appeared on https://blog.igus.co.uk/is-virtual-reality-the-future/ Virtual reality, often abbreviated as VR, is a topic that has gained much attention alongside artificial intelligence (AI). These technologies are at the forefront of discussions, with opinions divided on...
How important is smart plastics technology in automotive production?
No one likes failure. Heart failure can shut the body down and a technical failure can shut a production line down. These are obviously different levels of catastrophe; however, in automotive production, a failure...
One-of-a-kind performing arts center made possible with e-chain®
By Jared Worth Brown University has always pushed the boundaries of artistic exploration and expression. With seven arts departments that routinely engage in interdisciplinary collaboration, finding more ways to foster that collaborative spirit is...
Need Cables for Machinery in a Cold Environment? Here’s What You Should Consider First
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...
Single Pair Ethernet: What is it & how does it work?
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...
What are jet bridges and how could they be improved?
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)...
What Are the Types of Internal Separators for Energy Chains?
By Jaki Hang Interior separation is an important part of e-chain® cable carriers and is used to separate or subdivide different media within the guide. Only with the correct arrangement of cables can the...
The solution to a shrinking circular economy: a simple, reliable recycling platform
The global circular economy is in decline. We need to act now. Recycling technical plastics could be a solution, but it has been very difficult until now. We will show you how plastic recycling...
How igus can help increase your business’ productivity
By Beke Nieszytka Productivity describes the relationship between the use of production factors (input) and the production result (output). In a simple formula it looks like this: Productivity = output / input If other factors...