You can rely on the igus® quality
Not only do we test igus quality internally on an ongoing basis in our own test laboratory, but also it is confirmed externally. In accordance with the ISO 9001 and IATF16949 standards, the implementation of which is regularly monitored and certified, igus has been operating a distinctive quality management system for years. Our quality policy is guided by the goal of finding out about and fulfilling the customer's needs and being a competent partner and reliable supplier. igus is always committed to manufacturing products with the highest quality standards and to developing innovative solutions.
Test certificates, seals of approval and memberships
DIN EN ISO 9001
igus® is certified according to DIN EN ISO 9001 in the area of energy chains with cables and harnessing as well as polymer plain bearings.
IATF 16949
igus is certified according to ISO/TS 16949 in the area of energy chains with cables and harnessing as well as polymer plain bearings.PDF download
ISO 14001
We are certified according to ISO standard 14001, a recognised basis for environmental management systems.Find out more
ISO 50001
Our energy managementsystem is certified in accordance with the international ISO 50001 standard.
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RoHS
The iglidur and igumid materials have been tested for their components in accordance with 2011/65/EU (RoHS).UL verified
Brand promise "igus 48-month chainflex cable guarantee and service life calculator based on 2 billion test cycles per year" certified by ULEHEDG
We are a member of the EHEDG expert network. Its task is developing guidelines for the hygienic design of machines and systems for the food-processing industry.
DESINA
chainflex cables are manufactured based on the recommendation of the Verein Deutscher Werkzeugmaschinenfabriken (VDW = Association of German Machine Tool Industry) for the purpose of standardising components, interfaces and connecting systems.
IPA clean room
Various igus products are certified with the best classification possible, ISO class 1, by the IPA Fraunhofer Institute.Cleanroom products: overview
ESD applications
igumid ESD material in grey, has been offering explosion protection and protection against electrostatic build-up since June 2002.Wear-resistant components made of ESD/ATEX materials
TÜV checks types
igus e-chains and e-tubes have been tested by the TÜV regarding their construction.
TÜV noise test
igus e-chain systems operate silently. Various energy supply systems have been compared in the TÜV acoustic laboratory and at igus GmbH.
INTERBUS
chainflex cables are manufactured according to international standards.Approvals:
UL material approval
All igumid materials for e-chains and e-tubes have got the UL material approval.
VDE
Approval by the "Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker"
CSA
Approval by the Canadian Standards Association.
CEI
Approval by the Commission Electrotechnique Internationale.
CE
Approval by Customer EquityRecognitions, awards and honours
Recognised training company
The German chamber of industry and commerce (IHK) in Cologne adjudged us as a recognised training company with "outstanding achievements in vocational training".Training at igus
if Design Awards
Since 1987, igus products have regularly been honoured with the if Design Award, which has an international recognition value.Award-winning igus designs
Awards for our company
Awards represent recognition of our achievements. This makes us happy and encourages us to become even better!igus awards
igus quality around the world
igus motion plastics products are made in Germany, but of course we don't have 188,000 customers in Germany alone. We are represented in over 80 countries and have factories in 15 of them; there are 30 igus subsidiaries and many other sales partners.
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Even more about igus quality
igus test laboratory
Proven, predictable, tested - research on 4,000m²More about the test laboratory
Tech up, cost down
Tech up, cost down - we will always give you at least one of the twoMore about tech up, cost down
Long service life
THE advantage of our motion plastics - tested and predictableMore about the long service life
