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Packaging industry
Lubrication-free and low-abrasion components for hygienically sensitive production lines
In modern packaging lines, the final stages of production often handle goods that have already passed through sensitive upstream processes, particularly in food, beverage and pharmaceutical manufacturing. At this point, machinery must operate with high precision, consistent speed and strict hygiene control to protect product integrity and maintain regulatory compliance. Even minor contamination or mechanical wear can disrupt throughput, compromise quality or trigger costly downtime.
To support these demanding environments, we provide a broad range of engineered polymer machine elements specifically developed for packaging applications. These components are designed to operate completely lubrication‑free, eliminating the risk of grease migration into the product zone and reducing the maintenance burden on high‑speed equipment. Their tribologically optimised materials deliver low friction and long service life, even under continuous operation, rapid acceleration or frequent start‑stop cycles.
All materials used conform to FDA and EU 10/2011 food‑contact regulations, ensuring suitability for hygienic production areas and wash‑down environments. In addition to their compliance benefits, polymer components offer inherent corrosion resistance, reduced weight and quieter operation compared to traditional metal parts—attributes that contribute to smoother machine performance and improved energy efficiency.
Parts ideal for the packaging industry
Did you know, Heineken Brasil saves up to 28 tonnes of CO2 equivalent.
"GO ZERO". A new study by RWTH Aachen University shows that polymer bearing technology can save customers not only expensive greases and oils, but also maintenance time, labour costs ... and CO2, as the case of Heineken Brasil now shows.
Application examples of our customers
Format adjustments in the packaging industry - from manual to smart positioning
Magazine
What drives the packaging industry
In 13 stories on 56 pages,manufacturers in the packaging industry present their latest developments - and how the polymer technology used in them helps to make them possible. Also included:
- Conserving resources at Heineken Brasil
- More flexibility thanks to new cam-controlled gripping system from Krones
- Highest hygiene standards: the details in the plants of KHS
Frequently asked questions regarding food & packaging
No, FDA certification is only if the products for moving applications where there is either direct food contact or a possibility of food contact.
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
There are lots of different areas where igus® products get used in such as conveyors, filing, labelling machines etc.
Bearings without critical PFAS
Critical PFAS products are often undesirable, and not just in the food industry. We will show you which alternatives are available for our plain bearings.
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