Lightweight, rustproof and cost-effective motion plastics® for shipbuilding

  • Maintenance-free, self-lubricating
  • Strong, yet lighter than steel
  • Resistant to corrosion, seawater, chemicals and UV rays
  • Suitable for use in extreme temperatures
  • Easy installation, flexible, modular
  • With predictable service life

e-chains® and cables for shipbuilding

e-chain® E4-1
chainflex® cables
readychains®
Rotary module
twisterchain® technology
twisterband HD

Bearing technology for the shipbuilding

drylin® W ES
drylin® R ES
iglide® PRT ES
DNV-GL certificate
chainflex® guarantee
Online tools

Application examples

Ship loader

Igus Product

Ship loader, cables resistant to the elements, heavy duty application overhaul

Boat cranes

Igus Product

iglide® plastic plain bearings in cranes used in commercial and private marinas and also by private boat owners to haul the boats out of the water.

Application examples Offshore

Igus Product

Successful applications with polymer products in the offshore industry

Boat motor lifting device

Igus Product

Boat motor lifting device and inner boom roll-up device equipped with plastic plain bearings. Read this application story to learn more!