Cost-saving motion plastics for sustainable industry automation

GENTING LANE, Singapore - March 17, 2025 - PRLog -- Amid economic challenges, igus showcases innovation and sustainability at Hannover Messe 2025 with PTFE-free materials, recycled energy chains, and a new dry cleanroom certificate. Facing global market uncertainties and political tensions, companies must save money and act sustainably. Tobias Vogel, CEO of Plain Bearing and Linear Technology, and Michael Blass, CEO of E-Chain Systems, highlight igus' commitment to developing cost-effective, high-performance, and eco-friendly solutions 'made in Germany' that enhance competitiveness without compromising quality.

Goodbye PTFE: igus changes all standard plain bearing materials
Sustainability challenges include decisions on PTFE use. Regardless of a potential ban, igus has researched PTFE alternatives for years. 'We are developing new formulations, testing for PFAS, and adapting production to offer suitable solutions,' says Vogel. igus now offers PTFE-free versions of all iglidur standard materials and other products. Tests show better performance of PTFE substitutes, adding significant value.

Saving 80% CO₂: from old energy chains and fishing nets to a recycled e-chains series
After successfully developing the first recycled energy chain in 2022, igus is now converting the entire E2.1 series to igumid CG LW, made from recycled energy chains and fishing nets. 'This recycled series allows customers to support the circular economy,' says Blass. The E2.1 series will be priced the same as standard material, with identical mechanical specs and an 80% lower CO2 footprint.

From dry cleanrooms to shore power: new technologies for the industry of tomorrow
igus is advancing sustainable technical plastics and innovative solutions, such as dry cleanroom certifications for battery production. With growing demand for lithium-ion batteries, production environments are challenging. igus' E6.29 energy chain and new certificate confirm cleanroom suitability, achieving ISO Class 4 after extensive testing. igus continues to pioneer in this field and develop forward-looking solutions like AGVs and shore power systems for container ships.

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