📢 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐎𝐎𝐍! Save time and money while keeping things safe! The igus® chainflex case provides peace of mind knowing that your equipment is protected. Make CFCASE a reliable option for transporting and storing your igus cables! Stay tuned for more details and the release date! #CableManagement #CableSolutions #EngineeringInnovations
igus Inc.
Plastics Manufacturing
Rumford, RI 24,090 followers
Improve what moves with motion plastics
About us
At igus®, we have been developing and manufacturing tribologically engineered motion plastics for 60 years. We are a family-owned and operated company and remain committed to using our innovative materials to develop creative solutions for customers while exceeding expectations through our quick and reliable service. Our Mission: Improve all types of motion with motion plastics, while maintaining a carbon-neutral footprint and being the easiest company to work with. With a focus on e-chain® cable carriers, chainflex® continuous-flex cables, iglide® dry-running bearings, and drylin® linear bearings and guides, our products are extensively tested in real-world conditions in our 41,000-square-foot testing facility in Germany. We offer quick and reliable service, with over 80,000 products available from stock in our 350,000-square-foot Rhode Island warehouse and the ability to ship up to 96% of orders within 24 hours. Our team of sales engineers and technical experts are available from 8AM to 8PM, coast to coast, providing on-site assistance and engineering services. We also offer complimentary online CAD files and free product samples.
- Website
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http://www.igus.com/
External link for igus Inc.
- Industry
- Plastics Manufacturing
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Rumford, RI
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1985
- Specialties
- Machine Components, Energy Chain Systems, Plastic Bearings, Linear Guides, Flexible cables, Plastics Fabrication, Custom component machining, 3D printer filaments, and Custom cable harnessing
Locations
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Primary
257 Ferris Avenue
Rumford, RI 02916, US
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2055 Franklin Rd
Bloomfield Township, Michigan 48302, US
Employees at igus Inc.
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Michael Rielly
𝙷𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚕𝚢 💡 𝚌𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚝𝚒𝚟𝚎 𝚝𝚎𝚌𝚑𝚗𝚒𝚌𝚊𝚕 𝚖𝚊𝚛𝚔𝚎𝚝𝚎𝚛 𝚊𝚗𝚍 🎤 𝚜𝚙𝚎𝚊𝚔𝚎𝚛 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚎𝚡𝚙𝚎𝚛𝚝𝚒𝚜𝚎 𝚒𝚗 𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚍𝚒𝚗𝚐…
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Don N.
A professional with 25 years experience in the automation and wire and cable industry. Always learning and Improving
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Joseph Ciringione
Vice President of Sales, igus Energy Chain Systems
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Matt Mowry
Product Manager
Updates
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📢 Exciting News! igus® has acquired ATRONIA Tailored Sensing, enhancing our capabilities in Industry 4.0. This strategic move will enhance our ability to mass-produce smart plastics equipped with sensors for predictive maintenance, making advanced technology accessible to small and medium-sized businesses. Together, we'll drive innovation in networked plastic components, improving system safety and productivity. Learn more about our journey towards smarter, more efficient solutions below! 🌐🤝 #Industry40 #Innovation #SmartPlastics #PredictiveMaintenance
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Discover the negative impact of using lubricating grease in this infographic, as well as how to completely eliminate lubricating grease from your application. Check it out: https://bit.ly/4edLUpf #application #greasefree #engineers #infographic #zero
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As assembly tasks become increasingly automated, one particular process stands out from the rest — screwdriving. Screwdriving has long been a manual task that takes up significant amounts of time, and requires a level of precision and consistency difficult to achieve manually. Read on to learn about automated screwdriving solutions and how they can benefit businesses of all sizes. #screwdriving #automation #assembly #solutions #robots
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Are you frequently dealing with machine maintenance or downtime due to failing insert bearings? Try out our grease-free, polymer JEM insert bearings. These bearings offer a quick and easy 1:1 replacement and can extend the service life of your machines, ultimately saving you time and money. #machine #maintenance #bearings #engineering
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🎉🍩 Happy National Donut Day! 🍩🎉 Did you know that Berliner pancakes are actually donuts? Yes, you heard it right! At igus®, we've revolutionized the way Berliner pancakes (or Berliners) make their way to you. Using our cutting-edge gantry robot, these donuts are carefully lifted and placed into transport boxes with precision and care. Our pneumatic gripper ensures that each Berliner pancake is handled gently, maintaining its perfect shape and deliciousness. This automation not only speeds up the process but also allows bakers to focus on what they do best - creating more of these mouth-watering treats for you to enjoy. #NationalDonutDay #Berliners #Donuts #Automation #igus #SweetInnovation #TechInBaking
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Get ready to dive into our innovative e-chain system models through an engaging and interactive experience. Immerse yourself in dynamic product demonstrations designed to showcase the unique features and specifications, allowing you to gain a comprehensive understanding of our e-chain systems. #cablecarriers #interactive #engineering #demonstrations
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Medical device manufacturers face significant challenges in a highly regulated and competitive industry. Adhering to numerous rules and regulations is crucial to guarantee the safety and readiness of medical products for use. The sector presents an ongoing array of procedures that must be followed, creating never-ending challenges for medical manufacturers. In this blog, we will explore a few of these challenges. https://bit.ly/4bWzekr #medical #medicalequipment #innovative #technology
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Join Jan Hennecke, our Low-Cost Automation Product Manager, and Jake Hall, the Manufacturing Millennial, as they discuss the evolving landscape of automation in manufacturing. Discover how igus® products and RBTX Robotix Marketplace solutions have made automation more accessible to businesses of all sizes by removing the barrier to entry of high costs and complex implementation. Watch the Webinar now: https://lnkd.in/d5ZkPrgp Curious about how affordable automating your business can be? Book a free live demo today and see firsthand how our solutions can transform your operations. https://lnkd.in/d4B2giuF #automation #lowcost #solutions #manufacturing #discussion
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Happy World Bicycle Day! 🚴♂️🌍 Let's celebrate the joy of cycling with some fun facts and explore how innovative products from igus® are revolutionizing the bike industry. 𝐅𝐮𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐁𝐢𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬: 👉 The world’s first bicycle was invented in 1817 by Karl von Drais 👉 Bicycles save over 238 million gallons of gas every year 👉 About 100 million bicycles are manufactured worldwide each year 𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲: As pioneers in producing Polymer bearings and components for bicycles, we're excited about our innovations designed to revolutionize your ride. With a focus on eliminating external lubricants, our products offer unparalleled resistance to dirt, dust, and corrosion, ensuring durability that outlasts the toughest terrains. Plus, our lightweight designs promise enhanced performance without compromising on strength. Discover our range of bicycle solutions: https://bit.ly/3KJxjEx Learn about the igus:bike: https://bit.ly/3Vn9Oai #WorldBicycleDay #innovation #funfacts #bearings