Tagged: plastic bearings
igus Introduces New PTFE-Free, Wear-Resistant Plain Bearings
Material scientists at igus successfully develop environmentally friendly alternatives to popular iglide plain bearing materials 01 APRIL 2025 – Coinciding with Hannover Messe, igus has announced a significant development in polymer plain bearing technology. Material...
The critical role of grease-free plastics in sterile environments
By Jared Worth Sterile environments are critical across various industries, from food and beverage processing to medical and biotechnology manufacturing. In these settings, ensuring cleanliness and preventing contamination are the top priorities. Traditionally, metal components have been used...
How do self-lubricating bearings work?
Original article appeared on https://blog.igus.co.uk/how-do-self-lubricating-bearings-work/ If you know of igus® as a company, you will know that our entire company journey has been based on offering self-lubricating products. This was the initial concept over 60 years ago,...
Top 10 Reasons to Use Composite Plastic Bearings
Composite plastic bearings can replace metal bearings in almost any application. In this tech talk, learn how making the switch from metal to plastic bearings can: • Eliminate bearing maintenance • Increase service life • Reduce...
igutex® bearing range vs bronze bearings
Original article appeared on https://blog.igus.co.uk/tx1-polymer-bearings-vs-bronze-bearings/ igus® plastic bearings have been produced using iglide® materials for nearly 60 years. The standard range of injection molded iglide bearings is extensive, however, not every requirement conforms to the standard...
5 reasons to replace PTFE-lined bearings
By Sarena Worth
Configure and order individual CNC parts online in just three minutes
By Michael Rielly igus is adding new functions to its online CNC Service 2.0, including live feasibility analysis and service life prediction October 17, 2023 – Sometimes, things need to happen very quickly. For example,...
Long-lasting plastic bearings for HVAC systems
By Sarena Worth