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Shipbuilding with motion plastics

Shipbuilding with igus® products are reliably tried and tested in numerous applications on the high seas: energy chain systems and bearing components from igus® withstand the toughest environments. They work reliably and increase fail-safe machine operation in shipyards, on deep-sea crane ships and working vessels or shore power applications in ports.
  • Dry-operating and maintenance-free
  • Strong, yet lighter than steel
  • Resistant to corrosion, seawater, chemicals and UV rays
  • Suitable for use in extreme temperatures
  • Easily assembled, flexible, modular
  • With predictable service life
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igus® products for shipbuilding

e-chains® E4.1

e-chain E4.1
  • Robust and lightweight
  • Modular design
  • Durable and quiet
  • Straight running and fast assembly
  • Very high rigidity
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Harnessed cables

chainflex cables
  • Tested according to corresponding industry standards
  • Ready-to-connect cables with industry-specific connectors
  • 2,750 m² test laboratory
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Ready-to-install harnessed systems

readychains
  • 95% less harnessing time
  • Reduce assembly time
  • Reduction in manufacturing costs
  • Minimal amount of logistics work
  • Plug n play
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For fast rotating applications

Rotary module

Rotary module

Integrated strain relief and cable guides in guide trough
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Rugged, quiet, for high loads

twisterchain® technology

Twisterchain technology

Energy chains for circular movements up to 540°. Quick cable replacement
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Rotary movements up to 7,000°

twisterband HD

e-spool

Stable pin/hook connection for high load and long service life
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Modular linear system

drylin W ES

Stainless steel drylin®

Combination of lubricant-free tribo-polymers and corrosion-proof stainless steel
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Lubrication-free and corrosion-free

drylin R ES

drylin® R linear guides

Round guide systems made of stainless steel and sliding elements made from tribo-polymers
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Maintenance-free and easily installed

iglidur® PRT

PRT slewing rings

Slewing rings for lubrication-free dry operation. Rotary tables as stainless steel version V4A.
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