Leading Developer of Plastic Bearings Publishes White Paper for Automotive Applications


EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. - November 14, 2006 - Igus® Inc., the industry-leading developer of iglide® plastic bearings, Energy Chain® cable carriers and Chainflex® continuous-flex cables, has published a whitepaper detailing the applications and technical specifications for using its high-performance polymer bearings in the automotive industry. Igus tailor-made materials and solutions deliver a longer life at a lower cost with bearings designed for specific automotive applications ranging from convertible tops, to chassis to steering systems.

The iglide automotive whitepaper details the various ways plastic bearings can be leveraged in automotive applications, the pros and cons versus other bearing types, including metal-backed and roller bearings, and which iglide bearings are optimized for specific automotive uses. For example, igus has developed an iglide bearing ideal for under-the-hood applications, another designed economically for mass production and yet another that is well-suited for applications with quick, short rotations such as seat adjustment and mirror actuators. Igus works with its customers to find the right solution for each individual application.

Igus' iglide suite of plastic plain bearings offers customers the choice of more than 7,000 sizes and styles available from stock. Iglide plastic bearings are a convenient, cost-effective alternative to bronze, metal-backed and custom injection-molded bearings. All iglide bearings are self-lubricating and maintenance-free. The plastic-based construction eliminates corrosion and delivers better vibration dampening than metal bearings.

To receive a complimentary copy of the iglide automotive white paper, please visit igus.com/automotivepaper.pdf, contact the igus marketing department at (800) 521-2747 or e-mail fphillipo@igus.co.

About igus

Igus Inc., founded in 1985 and based in East Providence, R.I., develops and manufactures industry-leading plastic cable carriers, continuous-flex cables, plastic bearings and linear guide systems. With more than 28,000 products available from stock, the company meets the motion control and machinery component needs of customers worldwide. Product lines include Energy Chain Systems® to protect and house moving cables, Chainflex continuous-flex cables, iglide self-lubricating, oil-free, plastic bearings, DryLin® linear guide systems and igubal® spherical bearings.

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