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Surgical microscope wins manus plastic bearing award 2025

Surgical microscope wins manus plastic bearing award 2025

igus has announced that a mobile surgical microscope from Prechtl TechSolutions has won the 2025 manus plastic bearing competition. A jury of experts recognised the engineers who used lubrication-free polymer bearings and were able to increase the reliability of the microscope.

1st April 2025

Motion plastics specialist sets new sales record

Motion plastics specialist sets new sales record

igus reached €1.105 billion in sales in 2024, increasing the number of active customers by 5%. And it is launching a new record number of motion plastics products for 2025, with some 277 innovations showcasing a variety of new lubrication-free plastic products under the slogan 'GO ZERO Lubrication'.

26th March 2025

PTFE-free solutions for the industries of tomorrow

PTFE-free solutions for the industries of tomorrow

igus is proud to showcase PTFE-free materials and a complete energy chain series made of recycled material.

14th March 2025

SKF launches revitalised brand during its Authorised Distributor tour

SKF launches revitalised brand during its Authorised Distributor tour

For over 100 years, SKF has been recognised as a leader in products and solutions that reduce friction. Now, the company is stepping up its efforts, not just reducing friction but actively fighting it to move the world forward. The aim is to make industry smarter, more competitive and more energy-efficient, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable society where more can be done with less.

5th March 2025

Leicester manufacturing firm adopts four-day week with no loss of pay for all staff

Leicester manufacturing firm adopts four-day week with no loss of pay for all staff

Camloc Motion Control has announced that it has permanently moved to a four day-working week, without any reduction in pay for staff, proving that being a 'traditional' manufacturer isn't a barrier when it comes to implementation.

4th March 2025

Essentra recognised as a Financial Times Employer of Choice

Essentra recognised as a Financial Times Employer of Choice

Essentra Components, a leading manufacturer of essential components and solutions, has been recognised as one of the UK's Best Employers by the Financial Times.

26th February 2025

STAR-KNOBS now in flush-fit and surface-mount versions

STAR-KNOBS now in flush-fit and surface-mount versions

OKW's advanced STAR-KNOBS for menu-driven electronics are now available in flush-fitting and surface-mount versions.

6th February 2025

high efficiency joints for mobile robots

high efficiency joints for mobile robots

maxon has launched a range of high efficiency, torque-dense joints for mobile autonomous robots, including humanoids, quadrupeds, and mobile manipulation.

24th January 2025

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