igus® Canada Blog & Toolbox
iglide® bearings for automotive thermal management systems
By Jared Worth Proper thermal management is always a concern for automotive manufacturers. Without it, significant damage or even complete failure of essential systems like the engine would occur. But as components in vehicles...
What are end effectors and why are they so important in robotics?
By Jared Worth The end effector (also referred to as end-of-arm tooling) is one of, if not the, most important component in a robotic arm. Without the end effector, a robotic arm is essentially...
Connected cars: Driving the future of the automotive industry
By Jared Worth Connected cars have been at the forefront of innovation in the automotive industry since their inception in 1996. Read this blog to learn more about how the tech has evolved, and...
Manus 2023 Brochure
By Sherill Letourneau The 11th biannual manus® awards competition recognizes innovative applications using plastic plain bearing and linear bearing and slides. Read this brochure to learn more about the awards, the prizes and the 2021...
The IIoT – Establishing a digital connection between industrial machines
As the world becomes more closely connected through the internet, industrial machines/technology need to keep pace. The IIoT not only makes this possible, but easy to do. This white paper will examine exactly how...
New Exoskeleton Shoulders Rehab Burden for Stroke Patients
By Matt Mowry Device assists physical therapists in improving functionality in fast-growing medical concern Bob Whitford is not a man who gives up easily, either through his personal or professional pursuits. Whitford, a Senior...
Hold the Cheese? Not for This Busy Iowa Production Plant
By Dan Thompson Minnesota Company Uses Plastic Energy Chain to Help Solve Processing Pain Like any industry, cheese manufacturers are susceptible to production downtime due to the breakdown of mechanical equipment. Which is precisely...
Are Trade Shows Worth It in the “New Normal”?
By Matt Mowry For many, many years, almost since I started my career in manufacturing twenty-three years ago, I have wanted to post a blog regarding a topic that has consistently been on my...
What are the different types of linear actuators?
By Jared Worth On the surface, explaining what a linear actuator is to someone should be a simple prospect. Reality, however, is never so simple. While at the core, linear actuators are devices used...