Drive technology application examples
Applications of linear drives
Linear axes with lead screw drive, toothed belt and rack axes as well as linear units in various material and shaft combinations: drylin® drive technology from igus® is already being used successfully in a wide range of industries and ensures less machine downtime without the use of external lubricants.
Where conventional drive systems fail, igus® ensures absolute operational reliability with its large product portfolio.
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The drylin drive technology from igus® is already being used successfully in a wide variety of industries and ensures fewer machine downtimes without the use of external lubricants. In areas where conventional drive systems reach their limits, igus® ensures greater operational safety with its drylin® E product portfolio.
On this page you will discover numerous practical applications in which our linear units with lead screw, toothed belt and rack and pinion drives, as well as our electric motors, were used. From individual motor applications to complete drive systems: we always find the best solution for your individual application.
On this page you will discover numerous practical applications in which our linear units with lead screw, toothed belt and rack and pinion drives, as well as our electric motors, were used. From individual motor applications to complete drive systems: we always find the best solution for your individual application.
drylin® drive technology according to industry
Latest applications & highlights
Autonomous inspection boat Precise depth measurements with igus® components
The inspection boat should be able to carry out a variety of depth measurements to ensure safe passage for shipping. It is a self-driving system that can navigate to desired inspection locations.
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Offshore robots - Inspection, cleaning & repair
Remotion is a Norwegian company that manufactures robots for the offshore oil and gas industry. The robots use magnetic technology to perform dangerous operations such as inspections, cleaning and repairs of structures both below and above the waterline. Our lubrication-free bearing, linear and drive technology solutions work perfectly together to provide a lightweight, robust solution for use in splash and underwater environments.
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3D printer for concrete - Lubrication-free solution for dusty environment
Constructions-3D is a French manufacturer of 3D mortar/concrete printers for construction. Since 2017, the manufacturer has been developing machines that automatically produce furniture, building structures and more using 3D concrete printing. The lubrication-free and durable products from igus® are an ideal solution in the dusty environment.
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Road core drilling machine - taking road samples with great effort
The infraTest Prüftechnik GmbH is engaged in the development, manufacture and sale of testing and analysis devices for the entire building materials sector. The company manufactured a special road core drilling device to collect samples from roads.
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Electrical adjustment system Lubrication-free solution for professional espresso machines
The Italian company under the "CIME" brand develops professional coffee machines. These are always state-of-the-art, as even existing models are constantly being improved through the development of new versions. The goal is a lubrication-free electrical adjustment that can withstand dirt and high temperatures.
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3D printer
3D concrete printer for building structures
Thanks to the lack of lubricants, the igus® toothed belt axes offer a solution that also works reliably in dusty environments.Go to application
XXL 3D printer for house facades
This 3D printer was used to build the façade of the "Europe Building" in Amsterdam. Our drylin multi-axis linear robots guide the print head.Go to application
Linear bearings in 3D printers
A finished and completely lubrication-free complete solution consisting of cable guide, linear technology and drive was installed in this 3D printer from EVO tech GmbH.Go to application
3D printer to replicate
This printer produces three-dimensional plastic parts in a timely manner. Modular systems such as drylin bearings enable easy installation by the end customer.Go to application
Cleanroom 3D printer
Precise, reliable cleanroom 3D printer for processing thermoplastics. Numerous drylin® products work together here.Go to application
3D plastic parts printer
The xBot is a 3D printer that can produce essential parts of itself. It prints precisely and quickly using the Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) principle.Go to application
Automotive industry
Rotating car wash brush system
Noyen, a Polish manufacturer, produces a rotating car wash brush system for washing complex parts automatically after they are painted.Go to application
Construction machinery industry
Linear axis for bend testing device
No lubrication or maintenance: A lead screw linear system and a linear rail are used in durable Munsch weld seam testing tools.Go to application
Field drainage machine
An innovative field drainage machine that can manoeuvre plastic drainage tiles on the job site and unroll plastic tiles alongside the trenching and ploughing equipment.Go to application
Beverage industry
Maintenance-free filling plants
In the filling systems, a lead screw module ensures easy positioning of the 80kg filling head above the container.Go to application
Automated cocktail mixer
A linear axis moves the glass in this cocktail mixer reliably and maintenance-free. It is perfectly suited for hygiene-sensitive tasks.Go to application
Innovative packing aid gripper
drylin linear bearings in this packing aid gripper operate failure-free with dirt and impacts.Go to application
Vending machine for cleaning reusable cups
An automatic cleaning machine that disinfects cups in just a few seconds with steam at 140°C.Go to application
Automatic beer dispenser
An automated beer dispensing system for festivals and large events. Draw beer in just a few seconds.Go to application
Adjustment system in espresso machine
Robust components are required that work even under high temperatures and possible contamination.Go to application
Food industry
Suction pad insertion machine
Low Cost Automation ensures precise format adjustments in packaging technology.Go to application
Linear bearings, plain bearings and drive elements in thermoform packaging system
Lubrication-free linear technology and polymer slewing ring bearings are used in sterilisation machines.Go to application
Aerospace engineering
3D printing for space debris removal
This system is a new ejection mechanism for space travel.Go to application
Rocket module for space debris removal
A rocket module that collects space debris from orbit.Mechanical engineering
Maintenance-free filling plants
Positioning with maintenance-free lead screw modulesGo to application
Linear systems in diaper production plants
Products from the modular linear bearing system range provide the necessary flexibility when changing between different formats.Go to application
Film packaging machine
Automated format changes and positioning tasks are accomplished in the modular Veprotec packaging machines with igus linear bearing technology.Go to application
Innovative packing aid gripper
drylin linear bearings in this packing aid gripper operate failure-free with dirt and impacts.Go to application
Suction pad insertion machine
Low Cost Automation ensures precise format adjustments in packaging technologyGo to application
Filling height adjustment in folding and gluing machines
When designing folding box gluers, Bernhardt Maschinenbau relies on lubrication-free and maintenance-free linear plain bearings.Go to application
Linear bearings, plain bearings and drive elements in thermoform packaging system
Lubrication-free linear technology and polymer slewing ring bearings are used in sterilisation machines.Go to application
Production machines
A manufacturer of production machines for brushes is an example of the application areas and properties of iglidur and drylin bearing products.Go to application
Material handling
Linear movements in industrial vehicles
Ready-to-install drylin linear axes allow for trouble-free distance adjustments on Jungheinrich forklifts - from the steering wheel to the fork.Go to application
Automatic order picking by robots in logistics
The automation expert Magazino relies on our linear axes, plain bearings and e-chains in its pick-by-robot system.Go to application
Product pusher with 16m long energy chain
An autoglide energy chain supplies a transport system with electricity. It works without a guide trough and without blocking the industrial vehicles.Go to application
Medical technology
Linear axis in the laboratory for DNA diagnostics
drylin linear bearings in medical devices: precise pressing of electrophoretic glass plates in a DNA pointer systemGo to application
Conveyor track in medical technology
This medical technology application combines a conveyor belt with high-resolution cameras to monitor products.Go to application
Optical industry
Format adjustment in inspection systems
In Gefra's optical testing systems, modular drylin linear axes with actuators ensure the automated adjustment of the lighting units.Go to application
Linear axis for e-scooter lift
The "idea train" presents new concepts for tomorrow's passenger transport, including an e-scooter lift that works with maintenance-free drylin linear axes.Go to application
TV lift
A maintenance-free, shock-resistant and durable, motorised TV lift. This is used in caravan construction.Go to application
Testing technology & quality assurance
Visual inspection of small components
For the electrical adjustment of the lighting units, Gefra uses complete linear drive units from the drylin® product range.Go to application
Filling plant in bioanalytics
Lubrication-free and maintenance-free drylin linear axes with motor enable optimal use of installation space for handling liquids in the M2-Automation filling system.Go to application
Linear axis for e-scooter lift
The "idea train" presents new concepts for tomorrow's passenger transport, including an e-scooter lift that works with maintenance-free drylin linear axes.Go to application
Laser station for marking industrial products
A laser station for marking industrial products.Go to application
Mobile scanning machine
A mobile scanning machine that can be used to inspect even complex plates and free forms with air ultrasound.Go to application
2in1 - testing booth and conference table
A testing booth that transforms into a meeting table in just a few seconds.Go to application
Straightening technology
Fast, straight, precise: This is how the requirements in sheet metal processing can be summarised. Sophisticated straightening technology makes all this possible.Go to application
Offshore robots for cleaning & repairs
Remotion's robots work both below and above the waterline and carry out dangerous operations.
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Autonomous inspection boat
For an autonomous inspection boat, components are needed that are inflatable and maintenance-free. Furthermore, the products must withstand the harsh conditions in the port.
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High pressure water chamber
For testing in the high-pressure water chamber, products that are lubrication-free and can withstand high amounts of splash water are needed.
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Road core drill
The road core drilling device for taking samples from roads and airport runways requires products that are particularly robust and also light and maintenance-free.
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Packaging
Filling height adjustment in folding and gluing machines
When designing folding box gluers, Bernhardt Maschinenbau relies on lubrication-free and maintenance-free linear plain bearings.Go to application
Linear systems in diaper production plants
Products of the modular linear bearing system range provide the necessary flexibility when changing between different formats.Go to application
Suction pad insertion machine
Low Cost Automation ensures precise format adjustments in packaging technology.Go to application
Linear bearings, plain bearings and drive elements in thermoform packaging system
Lubrication-free linear technology and polymer slewing ring bearings are used in sterilisation machines.Go to application
Film packaging machine
Automated format changes and positioning tasks are implemented in the Veprotec packaging machines with linear bearings.Go to application
Innovative packing aid gripper
drylin linear bearings in this packing aid gripper operate failure-free with dirt and impacts.Go to application
Bearing technology for labelling machines
Label up to 50,000 containers per hour with just one unit.Go to application
Science and research
Room linear robot for filling plant in bioanalytics
Lubrication-free and maintenance-free linear axes with motors enable optimal use of installation space for handling liquids in filling systems.Go to application
Computer tomograph on drilling platform
diondo has built a cost-effective CT for seabed exploration using drylin motor components.
Special measurement setup with lead screw axis, motor & control system
From concept to implementation. Development of an R&D measurement setup for quantifying wafer specifications.Go to application
