Packaging industry
Lubrication-free and low-abrasion components for hygienically sensitive production lines
Where packaging comes into play at the end, sensitive goods such as food and beverages are often involved beforehand. In these complex production lines, speed, precision and purity are of the essence. Adapted to these requirements of the packaging industry, we offer a wide range of plastic machine elements that conform to FDA and EU 10/2011 stipulations, run without lubrication and maintenance breaks and make their contribution to economical production.
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Selected motion plastics for the packaging industry
igubal® self aligning bearing
- Metal rod end with igldur® A160 liner
- EU 10/2011 compliant
- Available sizes: M6, M8, M10, M12, M16, M20
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3D printed components
- Chemical-resistant,
- Food-grade laser sintering material
- Different FDA options
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xiros® guide rollers
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- Low coefficient of friction
- Lubrication-free and maintenance-free
- Cost-effective
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chainflex® cables
- Small bend radius
- Cost-effective, long-life cables
- Hydrolysis and microbe resistant
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Selected motion plastics for packaging technology
Application examples of our customers
User-friendly serialisation in very small spaces
WIPOTEC TQS-SP
- All-in-one operating concept for fast and easy handling
- Throughput of up to 600 pieces per minute possible (standard: 300 pieces per minute)
- Space-saving unit for fast integration and operational readiness contributes to cost reduction
- Lubrication-free and maintenance-free drylin, iglidur and xiros products successfully in use
Sleevematic TS labelling system
Successful cooperation for more than 25 years
A wide range of igus products are used in the Sleevematic TS. From lubrication-free drylin polymer nuts in the belt station and sleeve brush, and drylin profile guides in the inlet and outlet sensor, up to drylin SLW lead screw lift tables in the preliminary shrinkage process and for height-adjustment of the guide rollers.
Krones AG
Krones AG
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Innoket Neo labelling machines
High precision and extremely high speed
In addition to corrosion resistance and hygiene, speed plays an important role for this machine as up to 60,000 bottles are labelled every hour. Lubrication-free drylin W linear guides are used here.
KHS GmbH
KHS GmbH
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Tubular bag packing machines
Easy to install and easy to clean
Hastamat from Germany uses our company's products for its bag forming, filling and sealing machines. Lubrication-free and maintenance-free drylin linear guides defy adverse environmental influences.
Hastamat Verpackungstechnik GmbH
Hastamat Verpackungstechnik GmbH
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Thermoformer PowerPak
Cost-effective, lubrication-free and requiring little maintenance
Resistance to temperature fluctuations and cleaning agents, as well as hygiene and cost-efficiency are important criteria for the selection of machine components from CFS.B. V. In this packaging machine, FDA-compliant iglidur® A180 bearings and temperature-resistant iglidur® X bearings are used.
CFS B.V.
CFS B.V.
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Nappy production machines
Problem-free movement
In nappy production, machine elements have to function in rough ambient conditions. Lubrication-free linear bearings that are insensitive to dirt have been installed in very different places in the nappy production machines.
ONTEX MAYEN GmbH
ONTEX MAYEN GmbH
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Palletiser
Short installation time, long service life
Beyer Maschinenbau GmbH was looking for an energy supply system that provides the stability and durability needed in its beverage machines. Our e-chain E4.1L does more than meet this requirement. Due to its design, it is easy to fill and assemble while being cable-friendly at the same time. It therefore shortens assembly times and ensures long-lasting cables.
Beyer Maschinenbau GmbH
Beyer Maschinenbau GmbH
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Fully automatic labellers
Today, reliable and efficient machines are required for the labelling of products. What matters is a combination of speed, precision and flexibility. A failure of the labeller? That would be annoying and on top of that very costly. Bluhm Systeme GmbH therefore not only develops fully automated marking systems with labels, inkjet or laser, it also relies on durable and maintenance-free drylin® linear bearing technology.
Bluhm Systeme GmbH
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Guide for food machinery designers
Specifications for hygienic design and the selection of energy chains in hygiene-sensitive areas.
✅ What is hygienic design and what do the standards require?
✅ What are the requirements for cable guide systems in food-processing machines?
✅ How did Schiwa, a leading global manufacturer of slicing systems for the sausage, ham and cheese industry, solve this problem?
... and many other topics.
✅ What are the requirements for cable guide systems in food-processing machines?
✅ How did Schiwa, a leading global manufacturer of slicing systems for the sausage, ham and cheese industry, solve this problem?
... and many other topics.
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Format adjustments in the packaging industry - from manual to smart positioning
Manual
Linear guides with manual clamp for quick and easy adjustment tasksLearn more now
Propelled
Linear axes driven by hand wheel for demanding and precise positioningLearn more now
Automation
Linear axes with motor and control system for efficient and synchronised format adjustmentsLearn more now
... or simple format adjustment with drygear® Apiro.
Our Apiro gearboxes enable easy format adjustment because they are modular, can be quickly retrofitted into existing systems and are cost-effective. In this way, time and costs can be saved.Find out everything about Apiro drygear
Frequently asked questions
Do all products in packaging need to be FDA approved?
No, FDA certification is only if the products for moving applications where there is either direct food contact or a possibility of food contact.
What are the main igus® products used in the packaging industry?
There are so many products that are used in the packaging industry such as rollers, energy chains, tribo tape and bearings. We have so variations of materials that are suitable, aluminium, stainless steel. a range of plastics
What areas of the packaging industry do igus® products get used in?
There are lots of different areas where igus® products get used in such as conveyors, filing, labelling machines etc.
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Further packaging related industries.
FDA
igus® has a developed a range of FDA and EU compliant products that conform to the stringent requirements.Find out more
Textiles
In the textile industry, lubrication-free and dust-resistant components is top priority which is where igus® comes inFind out more
