Tagged: dryspin
Identifying the right leadscrew nut for your application
In the manufacturing world, it’s easy to overlook “the basics”. But the reality is, the fundamentals of modern machinery are heavily relied upon to allow us to do the job required. Now, more than...
Understanding changeover time and how to minimize it
By Jared Worth In the packaging industry, changeovers are a necessity to handle the wide variety of packaging types and sizes. However, the goal of any packaging operation is to minimize changeover time as much as possible...
What is screw pitch, and how is it different from screw lead?
Screws are ubiquitous in mechanical systems, playing a critical role in the linear drive mechanism of countless applications. To fully grasp the mechanics of screws, it is essential to understand specific technical terms — particularly “pitch” and “lead”....
Navigating smoothly: the power of dry-running, maintenance-free components aboard boats
It’s no secret that maintaining components aboard a boat can be a difficult and frustrating task. Between maintaining proper lubrication on moving components, dealing with corrosion, and facing the ingress of dirt, dust and...
Yes, we can PPAP car parts & other things you should know about igus® automotive solutions
By Avory Brookins If you’re familiar with igus®, then you probably already know that we engineer and manufacture grease-free plastic bearings and linear slides for use in various automotive applications, including seats, hinges, foot pedals, windshield wipers and...
Convert Rotary to Linear Motion
Lead screws are a common technology used to convert rotary motion into linear motion, and are often used to provide actuation to a set of linear bearings. In this tech talk from the igus®...
Axial Play vs Radial Play: What’s the difference?
By Jared Worth As an engineer, understanding the differences and implications of axial play and radial play is crucial when designing and manufacturing precision mechanical systems. These two terms refer to the amount of...
Lead Screws and Polymer Nuts for the Packaging Industry
By John Nebbia If you’re a machine builder in the packaging industry, you’re probably used to figuring out how to convert rotary motion into linear. Leads screws with metal nuts may have been your...