With its Mobile Shore Power Outlet (iMSPO), igus has developed a mobile shore power system for ports that can be moved flexibly depending on the position of the ships at the berth. The system allows ships to shut down their diesel engines in ports, switch to more environmentally friendly shore power and thus significantly reduce their CO2 emissions. For its central role in promoting sustainable and flexible port operations, igus has now been honoured as “Maritime Innovator of the Year”. The award was presented during the conference of the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) in Quebec, Canada.
Many companies complain about a shortage of skilled labour. igus, however, is taking on responsibility and increasingly training junior staff. A new Training Factory at the company headquarters in Cologne-Porz will support this project, doubling the training capacity for professions such as mechatronics/electronics technicians and tool mechanics. The company intends to be independent from external specialists as early as 2027. In addition to the Training Factory, the company is also increasingly focussing on adult education in cooperation with the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (Industrie- und Handelskammer, IHK).
Three at one fell swoop: due to high demand, igus is launching new pulleys, skate wheels and roller adapters in series production, which were previously only available as customised products. Manufactured from high-performance plastics, the new components are an economical alternative to classic metal counterparts in numerous applications. They are lubrication-free and insensitive to dirt, durable, maintenance-free, vibration-dampening and ensure a quiet operation.
