In yachts and many other types of vessels, components capable of withstanding extreme weather and operating conditions are needed to ensure the absence of corrosion and minimize maintenance.
The plain bearings, linear systems and drives produced by igus offer the marine industry innovation with long-lasting solutions that can withstand the salt water and temperature fluctuations characterizing the marine environment.
In particular, high-performance polymers such as plastic plain bearings developed by igus routinely find use in sliding door and seat mechanisms, tables and beds. They are often particularly compact and enable manufacturers in the marine industry to solve multiple problems simultaneously.
One example: in door hinges that open onto the deck, conventional metal bearings – in contact with the marine atmosphere and salt water – tend to corrode rapidly. In addition, the grease required for lubrication facilitates the accumulation of dirt, creating over time a mix of oil and residue that (in addition to being unsightly) compromises the smoothness of the door.
Instead, igus’ marine bearings made from corrosion resistant materials like iglidur G offer a superior alternative. This material is resistant to seawater and corrosion, particularly resilient and has excellent sliding properties.
In addition, solid lubricants embedded in the polymer are released during movement, ensuring dry operation without the need for any external lubrication. They are therefore maintenance free solutions and, in addition, contribute to environmental protection, as water and soil are not polluted by grease or lubricating oils.
igus’ iglidur G plain bearings are part of the standard product range in the catalog, so they are available for prompt delivery, ensuring a particularly competitive price-performance ratio.
