Machine Building

Low-cost automation for applications in laboratories

In this latest video Igus highlights the various applications that low-cost automation can be used within laboratories.

12th September 2022

Connected hydraulics are strong, smart and efficient

Connected hydraulics will leverage the power and intelligence of Bosch Rexroth’s advanced hydraulics technology to break through limits and set new benchmarks for performance, functionality and lifetime.

1st September 2022

Self-aligning plastic bearings replace metal

In this new video from Igus, igubal self-aligning bearings are on show. Grease-free, lightweight and in stock, Igus says they are ready to exchange for your metal bearings.

31st August 2022

Igus highlights the versatility of the drylin motors

The wide variety of motors used to power a multitude of machines and applications all have one thing in common: they all need to have the ability to adapt to different parameters and to cope with particular functions.

15th August 2022

7th axis robot in a welding application

An Igus 7th axis on a collaborative robot working alongside staff at German screening machine manufacturer Rhewum is helping to increase the workspace from 1300 to 5500mm.

5th August 2022

Smart plastics make energy chain system intelligent

Adding a sensor unit to your machine helps prevent breakdowns, can save you time and money and keep your production line running, and Igus applies this thinking to making energy chain systems intelligent.

22nd July 2022

Video shows Igus drylin linear robot system in action

Linear robots are ideal to use in applications where various orientations are required. The Igus drylin linear robots are lightweight, corrosion-resistant and maintenance-free.

4th July 2022

ELC 100 safety light curtains from Leuze

The ELC 100 safety light curtains from Leuze focus on the essentials when safeguarding points of operation. For applications with an operating range of up to six metres, the robust devices are perfect for cost-effective machine designs.

29th June 2022

Axis Harvesting and Igus automate mushroom harvesting

Automating production is becoming the focus of many companies and Axis Harvesting is no exception. From weighing to packaging the punnets, automation helps alongside humans to process over 90 tonnes of mushrooms per week.

27th June 2022

Precise, reliable detection of marks and colour contrast

Sensing and instrumentation specialist Baumer’s new range of OC50 / OC60 contrast and luminescence sensors provide reliable and precise detection of minute and invisible print marks even at very fast speeds thanks to low jitter>7µs.

24th June 2022