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Company profile	“Improve what moves.” With this goal, igus SE & Co. KG has been developing and producing motion plastics since 1964: lubrication-free and tribologically optimised high-performance plastics. Our mission is to help customers improve their technology and reduce costs simultaneously. Research in our proprietary 4,000 sqm test laboratory—the largest in the industry—continuously drives innovation and ensures safety for users. We offer over 245,000 items available from stock, with service life calculable online. Headquartered in Cologne, Germany, we operate globally to deliver solutions that require no lubrication, aiding both industry and the environment. Through “Go Zero Lubrication,” combined with AI, VR, and digital twins, we are leading a clean revolution in industrial motion.
Products & Services	igus specializes in “motion plastics”—components designed for moving applications. Our comprehensive portfolio includes: • Energy Chains & Cables: Robust energy supply systems and “chainflex” cables designed for continuous motion, ensuring fail-safe power and data transmission. • Bearing Technology: Lubrication-free plain, ball, and spherical bearings (iglidur, xiros, igubal) that are maintenance-free and resistant to dirt/dust. • Linear Technology: drylin linear guides and drive technology. • Low-Cost Automation: Affordable robotics components and the ReBeL cobot. • Smart Plastics: Intelligent sensors for predictive maintenance. • 3D Printing: Tribologically optimised filaments and SLS powders. All products are tested for wear resistance and long service life. We provide online tools for configuration and service life calculation, enabling precise planning for engineers.
References and export activities	igus is a global “Hidden Champion” serving over 188,000 customers worldwide across 50+ industries—from automotive and packaging to medical tech and aerospace. We operate subsidiaries and partner networks in over 80 countries, ensuring rapid delivery and local support. Our export activities are driven by the high demand for German engineering and maintenance-free solutions in international markets.
Target group	Our solutions address mechanical engineers, plant manufacturers, and maintenance managers across all industrial sectors. Key target industries include automotive, packaging, food & beverage, machine tools, crane logistics, medical and theatre &stage technology. We specifically target decision-makers looking to eliminate lubrication, reduce maintenance efforts, lower costs, and increase the service life of their machines.
Competitive advantages	1. Lubrication-free: No grease, clean operation, less maintenance. 2. Predictability: Exact service life calculable online based on data from our 4,000m² test lab. 3. Availability: 245,000 items from stock with fast delivery. 4. Innovation: “Go Zero Lubrication” sustainability approach combined with Smart Plastics (IoT) for predictive maintenance. 5. Cost-efficient: Tech up, Cost down.
Ideal Business Partners	We seek connections with OEMs, machine builders, and end-users in manufacturing who value innovation and sustainability. We are interested in partners for Low-Cost Automation integration and companies aiming to digitize their maintenance (Industry 4.0). Additionally, we welcome contact with specialized distributors in regions where we aim to deepen our market penetration for motion plastic components.