Getting young people excited about technology: this is the aim the plastics specialist and robotics manufacturer igus pursues with its educational programmes specifically for schools, colleges and universities. This also includes the ReBeL education kit: a learning package designed to give pupils and students a playful introduction to robotics with the help of the ReBeL cobot. The education kits are used at the Georg Simon Ohm vocational college in Cologne, among others. This gives students the opportunity to acquire their first programming skills and try out practical applications.
Gears are at the heart of many mechanical systems. They drive machines, make precise movements in robots possible and are indispensable in gearboxes and vending machines. Customised and durable gears are increasingly in demand. For this reason, igus has now developed a new 3D printing resin for the DLP process with iglidur i4000. The innovative material has been specifically designed for the special requirements of gears. Compared to conventional 3D printing resins, it offers a 13 times higher elongation at break and a five times longer service life.
Gears are at the heart of many mechanical systems. They drive machines, make precise movements in robots possible and are indispensable in gearboxes and vending machines. Customised and durable gears are increasingly in demand. For this reason, igus has now developed a new 3D printing resin for the DLP process with iglidur i4000. The innovative material has been specifically designed for the special requirements of gears. Compared to conventional 3D printing resins, it offers a 13 times higher elongation at break and a five times longer service life.
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.