From service robotics to medical technology to vehicle equipment: consumers are getting used to automated motion systems. To realise them in confined installation spaces, igus has developed the new, low-maintenance and electric telescopic extension drylin NTM-45.
If a conveyor belt in the woodworking industry breaks down due to a defective flange mounted bearing, every second costs money. To reduce assembly work by up to 80% in such an emergency, igus presented new flange mounted bearings from the igubal series at the LIGNA 2025 trade show in Hanover. The bearings made of robust high-performance plastic are divided into two parts and can be replaced without dismantling the shaft.
With their own trainee company “reguse”, the trainees and students of the Cologne-based company igus ensure that old electronic devices from igus employees find a second life within an environmentally friendly circular economy. They donate part of their annual turnover to charitable organisations. This year, €5,000 will go to the animal welfare organisation Notpfote Animal Rescue from Neuss.
After the start in Germany and successful stops in Asia, the igus:bike world tour is now continuing its journey in Europe. The launch in Spain marks the start of a new stage in the global mission: to raise awareness of a functioning circular economy for plastics. The aim of this world tour, which will also include the USA and Brazil after Europe, is to drive 6,000km without any lubricants, maintenance or rust.
igus increases the flexibility of its D1 motor control, which designers use for electric linear drives, handling systems and robot axes. It is now possible to integrate the D1 seamlessly and quickly into higher-level control systems from Siemens, Beckhoff, Wago and other manufacturers using Siemens-certified PROFINET – without time-consuming and complicated adaptations. This extended connectivity should significantly increase the performance and efficiency of automation processes.