Reliable energy supply systems, cables and bearing technology for extrusion lines

We offer a comprehensive product range consisting of (pre-fitted) energy chains, highly flexible cables and bearing technology solutions for extruders, extrusion systems for compounding, recycling systems, granulators, calibrating units, vulcanising systems and processing and downstream machines. In all moving parts of the extrusion line and the peripheral devices, they ensure a long service life and prevent production downtimes. As the products are completely lubrication-free, they are insensitive to dust and other contaminants in the system. Most of them are made of high-performance polymers. Their high strength and good abrasion properties allow a long service life even at extreme speeds and accelerations (such as in winding and cutting machines). They are also a lightweight and economical alternative to metallic bearings and cable guidance systems.

Tyre extrusion line with conveyor, screw extruder and control cabinet for tyre production.

Products for use in extrusion lines and peripheral equipment

igus chainflex CF10UL control cable with exposed internal structure.

Break-proof control cables

Bend radii of up to 4xd
Shielded/unshielded
Jacket materials: PVC, TPE, PUR or iguPUR
4-year guarantee

Learn more about control cables

drylin W hybrid slide carriage on two guide shafts.

Lubrication-free linear guides

Self-lubricating and maintenance-free
Quiet operation
Dirt-resistant and corrosion-free
For accurate positioning

Find out more about drylin linear systems

Smart plastics monitors energy chains and cables by radio in an industrial application.

Predictive maintenance

Intelligent software and sensors on the e-chain
Potential maintenance requirements are reported before a failure occurs

Learn more about predictive maintenance

iglidur F300 plain bearing bushing made of plastic.

Maintenance-free plain bearings

Over 55 materials
More than 15,000 geometries from stock
Customised solutions with no minimum order quantity

Learn more about iglidur plain bearings

White igus bearing roller with background removed.

Lubrication-free guide rollers

Lubrication-free rollers without ball bearings
Wear-resistant
No lubricants, lower maintenance costs

Ball bearing with visible steel balls and dark rings.

Corrosion-resistant ball bearings

Low breakaway torque
Lightweight and corrosion-resistant
Free from lubrication and maintenance

More information on xiros ball bearings

E2 energy chain with cables and conduits in a technical application.

Compact energy chains

The standard for applications in the medium load range
Quiet thanks to integrated brake
Optional opening tool for even faster opening and closing

More information about E2.1 series

Open chain belt for an energy chain system, with background removed.

Energy chains that are easy to assemble

High tensile forces, high loads and travels of over 600m possible
10,000 km and more guaranteed running performance
Fast opening and filling

More information about the E4.1L

igus readychain with colour-coded cables and connectors.

Pre-fitted energy chains

Harnessed ready for connection by the manufacturer
Reduction of manufacturing and assembly costs
Customised end customer support
Installation service on your premises

Find out more about readychain

Application highlight

Extrusion system with a circular conveying track in a workshop.

Smooth cable guides for measuring systems on the extruder

Pre-fitted readychain energy chains are used in this series of measuring and control systems in blown-film extrusion. The systems ensure a consistent width and thickness of the films with micrometre precision, which can be used in the food industry, for example. By means of the pre-fitted systems, the customer saves costs in the triple-digit range.

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chainge recycling program for energy chains

Do your part to reduce plastic waste in industry:
Send us your discarded plastic energy chains instead of simply disposing of them with other products in industrial waste. The key is that we accept all energy chains, even those from other manufacturers. We then recycle them and reward your commitment with an igus voucher.

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igus blogs: Important trends and topics around extrusion lines

Recognising maintenance requirements in advance: sensors in linear guides

How can failures of linear and format adjustments in extruders be prevented even under continuous operation and in abrasive and dirty environments? Intelligent "smart plastics" sensor technology continuously measures wear values and reports maintenance requirements at an early stage. This minimises downtimes and maintenance costs.

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Drylin linear system with sensor and magenta waves on a blue background.

Automation in the plastics industry with Low Cost Automation

Automated plastics production is well advanced in the field of injection-moulding machines and extruders, whether for feeding, component handling or pick & place processes. Read this blog post to find out how we use our multi-axis robots and delta robots as sprue pickers in our own production.

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