3D Printing With Plastics
By Shizu Yamaguchi (Edited by Jared Worth) Introduction Imagine this: You’re enjoying a cookie. But it’s not just any cookie: it’s 3D printed and made from plastic waste. This isn’t a scene from a...
Category: Plastic Bearings
Configure, order and deliver without leaving your home or office
By Erin Kemal Over the last few weeks, there has been an abundance of uncertainty and people all over the country are resorting to working from home. Here at igus® life is no different. Wherever possible,...
6 Lesser-Known Benefits of Engineered Plastic Bearings
By Michael Moalli While the main benefits of engineered plastic bearing materials are well known, this post will explore some of the lesser known benefits and features that engineered plastic bearing materials can provide. Although some of these...
Why Do We Offer So Many Online Tools? I Learned from Experience
By Matt Mowry Many customers ask, “Why do you guys offer so many online tools? Should we be using them more often?” My immediate response is always “absolutely”. And, I can confidently vouch for this...
How Online 3D-Print Tools Have Changed Prototyping
By Preston Souza Over time, the tools and services available within every engineer’s “toolbox” have evolved, and some of the most important services for the modern age are online 3D print services and tools. More than ever...
Hey Engineers, Interested in Reducing Avoidable Warranty Claims?
By Nicole Lang Over the years, I have worked with a lot of companies—typically with engineers and purchasing agents. Many of these companies manufacture consumer-facing products, and I would often hear from them that...
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...
Debunking myths about plastic bearings in heavy-duty applications
Article by Michael Moalli, edited by Jared Worth There are many misconceptions surrounding plastic bearings, particularly when discussing heavy-duty applications. While plastics are often seen as an inferior material compared to metal in heavy-duty...
How is igus® helping with wastewater management in rivers?
The escalating crisis of waste in our waterways is a global concern, not confined to the UK alone. The urgency of this issue has brought wastewater management to the forefront, demanding immediate attention from...
How to avoid greenwashing within a business
Do you know what greenwashing is? And if you do, do you know how to avoid greenwashing? Based on a recent article from Business Matters magazine, “Almost half of UK businesses say they are failing...