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Firstly, the bearings of the InRow hoe are located in the three-point linkage to guide it precisely over the row.

Secondly, all hoeing elements that work the soil around the crops are also equipped with different bearing points in the parallelograms to ensure exact and precise vertical and lateral guidance.

The demanding operating conditions in agricultural technology place high demands on the bearing points of machines and equipment. In particular, the constantly dusty ambient conditions in combination with frequent shocks and impacts strain the bearings considerably. These harsh conditions can lead to premature wear and failure if suitable solutions are not realised.

Due to operational safety and the large number of bearing points on a machine, it was an important goal to implement a bearing system that did not require maintenance or lubrication. This not only reduces operating costs, but also increases the equipment's reliability and availability. Lubrication-free bearings offer several advantages: they reduce the environmental impact, simplify handling and minimise the risk of contamination from escaping lubricants, which is particularly beneficial in dusty environments.

The choice fell on igus plain bearings made of the material iglidur J. They are maintenance-free and require no additional lubricants, which reduces operating costs and increases reliability.

iglidur J is particularly suitable for demanding operating conditions, such as those found in agricultural machinery with dusty environments and frequent impacts