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Automation and Robotic Parts that are used in the Manufacturing Industry

What is the difference between automation and robotics?

Automation is the use of self-operating physical machines, computer software, and other technologies to perform tasks that are usually done by people. This process is designed to automatically follow a predetermined sequence of operations or respond to encoded instructions. Robotics is the design, creation, and use of robots to perform tasks. These are physical robots that substitute for (or replicate) human actions.

However, automation can be also be used with robotics. For example, an assembly line robot that assembles infactory. Automation with robotics is becoming more and more prevalent in the manufacturing and engineering space, as it can eliminate downtime, human error and cost, while at the same time it can improve accuracy and allow for human workers to focus on other tasks.

Automation with robotics is especially ideal for certain industries such as and beverage production, restaurant automation and packaging.

Learn more below about the various igus® business units and parts that are already being used in all of these industries, incorporating both automation and robotics.

Bearings and Bushings

iglide® bearings & bushings

Flange, sleeve & two-bolt flange
Thrust washers, clip bearings & piston rings
Gears, conveyor rollers, etc
Custom bearings

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PRT slewing rings

Corrosion & wear-resistant, grease-free
Resistant to dirt, dust, humidity & hygienic
Slim design, cost-effective, self-lubricating
Ready-to-install & easy to assemble

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igubal® spherical bearings

Dirt/dust resistant, vibration-damping, lightweight
Corrosion/water resistant, temps up to 392°F
Inner rings set in housings with little clearance
24-48 hour delivery, no minimum order quantity

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Linear Motion Technology

Linear Bearings & Slides

Sliding vs. rolling ball bearings
Shock, corrosion and dirt resistant
Lightweight and quiet
Self-lubricating and maintenance-free

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Linear Actuators

Lead Screw Actuators with Rails
Lead Screw Driven Actuator with Shafts
Belt Driven Actuators
Miniature and Low-Cost, Economical Actuators

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Motors & Controllers

Stepper Motors (NEMA)
DC Motors
EC/BLDC
Motor Controllers and Accessories

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RBTX Marketplace for Low-Cost Automation

RBTX is an online marketplace for robotics that brings together users and suppliers of robotic components. There you can easily browse and purchase gantries, delta robots, robotic arms and more all from various dealers.

To learn more and browse the shop, visit the RBTX Marketplace .