Upgrade with Confidence During Your Next Shutdown

Shutdowns allow teams to inspect, replace, or upgrade components without disrupting production. It's the ideal window to integrate igus® solutions like drylin® linear guides or energy chains to prevent unexpected downtime later.

igus® e-chains® are designed to protect cables and hoses from wear and external damage. Installing them during shutdown ensures smoother machine restarts and longer cable lifespans—critical for uninterrupted operation.

igus® uses high-performance polymers that operate lubrication-free, reducing contamination, maintenance needs, and extending service life, especially in dusty or dirty manufacturing environments.

drylin® linear actuators and igus® stepper motors are plug-and-play solutions that offer precise motion control with minimal maintenance, making them ideal upgrades during planned shutdowns.

By reducing lubrication, replacement frequency, and energy consumption, igus® products help lower TCO. Predictive tools like igus® i.Cee further optimize maintenance planning, minimizing costly surprises.

Absolutely. Many igus® parts are designed for drop-in replacement and modular installation, making them ideal for retrofits during planned outages with minimal custom engineering required.

igus® iglide® polymer bearings are self-lubricating and dirt-resistant, eliminating one of the biggest wear points in moving systems and reducing unplanned failures between maintenance windows.

Tools like the igus® service life calculator, CAD configurators, and i.Cee predictive maintenance system provide actionable data to help maintenance teams prioritize replacements and upgrades during downtime.

Preventive maintenance is scheduled based on usage or time; predictive uses real-time condition monitoring. igus® supports both with durable components and the i.Cee system, which monitors wear and usage to predict failure before it occurs.

igus® designs components for easy installation with modular mounting, snap-fit features, and plug-and-play compatibility—allowing teams to complete maintenance within tight shutdown windows.

Facilities can reduce spare parts inventory, eliminate lubrication costs, extend machine life, and lower labor hours needed for ongoing maintenance—all by installing longer-lasting igus® components during shutdowns.

igus® products are corrosion-resistant and thrive in harsh environments. Whether exposed to moisture, dust, or chemicals, their tribo-polymers ensure reliable performance without additional maintenance.

igus® offers ROI calculators and wear testing data that allow maintenance managers to quantify benefits in terms of downtime reduction, labor savings, and part longevity.

igus® provides a service life calculator based on millions of test cycles. Enter movement parameters to estimate cable lifespan and optimize maintenance.

igus® provides ongoing support through predictive maintenance tools, remote monitoring via i.Cee, replacement part tracking, and dedicated customer service to ensure continued optimization post-installation.