igus is launching a new laser sintering material for 3D printers. The powdered iglide i6-BLUE is easy to detect thanks to its blue coloring and complies with FDA and EU 10/2011 regulations. The new material thus increases the safety of machines and … [Read more...] about Blue laser sintering material for 3D printing ensures greater food safety
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igus produces tribo-material for DLP 3D printing
igus has introduced its iglide i3000 – a 3D printing resin specifically for DLP 3D printing of wearing parts. The iglide i3000 material enables the additive manufacturing of small, precise components with a service life that is 30 to 60 times … [Read more...] about igus produces tribo-material for DLP 3D printing
igus insights on additive manufacturing
Additive manufacturing refers to a process by which digital 3D design data is used to build up a component in layers by depositing material. It is becoming more widely used, and has many advantages. Paul Gomer, an additive manufacturing development … [Read more...] about igus insights on additive manufacturing
igus offers 3D printing for vehicle components
igus, the Germany-based manufacturer of motion plastics, now offers lightweight and durable wear-resistant parts from its 3D printing service. Users can order their special part made of tribologically optimized polymers from igus online in seconds. … [Read more...] about igus offers 3D printing for vehicle components
3D printing of replacement bearing proves fast and easy
When a Germany-based manufacturer of camera motion systems discovered the need to replace a special bearing, the company turned to igus’ which now offers 3D printing services. In this case, the service was for swift turnaround of the replacement … [Read more...] about 3D printing of replacement bearing proves fast and easy
Maintenance-free 3D printed grippers for packaging machines
Plastic grippers from a 3D printer and made with tribo-filaments from igus are 85% less expensive and 70% faster than others currently being used in the packaging industry. 3D printing allows for single batches to become a reality and enabled for … [Read more...] about Maintenance-free 3D printed grippers for packaging machines
3D printed custom parts reduce noise for cyclists
Sales of electric bikes have increased dramatically in recent years. In 2017, sales rose by 25% in the United States and 34 million were sold worldwide. Today’s bikes are much lighter than previous models. Motors for e-bikes are about 25% smaller … [Read more...] about 3D printed custom parts reduce noise for cyclists
Online calculation of service life for 3D-printed plain bearings
igus has developed a free online tool that can predict the service life of 3D-printed bearings. With its extensive testing, the Germany-based manufacturer of motion plastics can now calculate precisely the durability of even more products. igus … [Read more...] about Online calculation of service life for 3D-printed plain bearings
3D print material iglidur I3 passes critical fire test in vehicle interiors
If you are looking for a fire resistant 3D printing material, consider iglidur I3 from igus. Independent testing shows iglidur I3 passed a United States inspection that proves the materials’ effectiveness in reducing fire risk within vehicle … [Read more...] about 3D print material iglidur I3 passes critical fire test in vehicle interiors
Maintenance-free 3D-printed grippers save up to 85% in costs
Metal grippers used in the packaging industry are usually limited to a single format. This forces customers to wait long periods of time until a new, custom gripper is made. Developed by 3D printing, plastic grippers made of igus tribo-filaments … [Read more...] about Maintenance-free 3D-printed grippers save up to 85% in costs
