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First plastic plain bearings in all standard sizes immediately available from stock

Find self lubricating plain bearings made of the material iglidur G online easily and take delivery within 24 hours

Since the beginning of the year, igus is engaged in a comprehensive standard offensive and now offers a total of 15 full-range materials in 113 dimensions up to 50 millimetres in diameter. The iglidur G is and for the time being remains the standard of the standards, available in 111 dimensions. As a best-selling iglidur material it has both the largest catalogue range for shaft diameters ranging from 1 to 150 mm and the best price-performance ratio for classic plain bearings applications. It is best suited for medium to high loads, medium surface speeds and long-term application temperature of - 40°C to 130°C. iglidur G stands out not least because of its high resistance to wear and its insensitivity to dust and dirt, making it well equipped for a variety of applications, from spades to sausage toasters. Users can find the correct options and dimensions at the following link: www.igus.eu/G

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iglidur G is the decathlete among the iglidur materials from igus. (Source: igus GmbH)

Picture PM3015-2 tree spade

Its resistance to dust and dirt is demonstrated by iglidur G in tree spades in nurseries, among other things. (Source: igus GmbH)

Picture PM3015-3 sausage toaster

In the "sausage toaster", iglidur G prevents squeaking and jamming, which in the past led to problems in this unit. (Source: igus GmbH)

Picture PM3015-4 cart

In the overload coupling of this cart, iglidur G achieves the longest service life among the materials tested by the customer, despite the high surface pressure. (Source: igus GmbH)

Picture PM3015-5 robot gripper

Lubricant free iglidur G thrust washers allow a hygienic and product-friendly workflow of this gripper. (Source: igus GmbH)

Picture PM3015-6 robot arm

Plain bearings and flange bearings made of iglidur G are installed in this robot arm. The arm is so strong that it can use a drill, but the movements are so sensitive that it can also deal with raw eggs. (Source: igus GmbH)

Picture PM3015-7 photovoltaic plants

This solar panel system tracks the optimum energy output of the sun. The movement is implemented by pulleys. iglidur G plain bearings can deal with many situations such as heavy weather and temperature fluctuations here. (Source: igus GmbH)

Picture PM3015-8 shower cabin

In this application iglidur G does not mind the permanent humidity: The door of the shower cabin is mounted with the all-round material. (Source: igus GmbH)

Picture PM3015-9 skibike

With such exceptional sports equipment, a ski slope can be slid down as on a bicycle. Therefore the iglidur G withstands enormous edge loads, permanent humidity and low temperatures. (Source: igus GmbH)

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Oliver Cyrus
Head of Media and Advertising
igus® GmbH
Spicher Strasse 1a
51147 Cologne
Tel. 0 22 03 / 96 49-459
Fax +49 22 03 / 96 49-631

www.igus.de/de/presse / ABOUT IGUS:
igus GmbH is a globally leading manufacturer of energy chain systems and polymer plain bearings. The Cologne-based family business has offices in 35 countries and employs around 2,950 people around the world. In 2015, igus generated a turnover of 552 million euros with motion plastics, plastic components for moving applications. igus operates the largest test laboratories and factories in its sector to offer customers quick turnaround times on innovative products and solutions tailored to their needs.

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