After igus® e-chain® has already been used in one of Thaler's telescopic loader models, the manufacturer now also relies on plastic instead of metal when it comes to plain bearings. The iglidur® G plain bearings offer a maintenance and lubrication-free solution that is insensitive to dust and dirt. The plain bearings do not have to be additionally lubricated or sealed, which simplifies cleaning of the device. As they are extremely robust suitable for diverse and changing environmental conditions. At the same time, the high load is reduced by the vibration-damping specification of the bearing. As a result, the service life of the bearings in the yard loaders could be extended.
The iglidur® bearings are used in the bearing points of almost all models, with up to 18 bearings per loader. In addition to unfavourable environmental conditions, the bearings must withstand high edge loads. iglidur® bearings are particularly well suited here, as they are not only very corrosion-free, but also resistant to dirt and chemicals. Another advantage: Almost all metallic plain bearings can be easily replaced with igus® plain bearings.
The shaft and bearing depend on the right interaction, so the two components should always be considered as a unit. iglidur® plain bearings prove to be an optimal sliding partner, as they adapt significantly better to the shaft compared to metal bushings. This minimises the abrasion, whereby the shaft is less stressed. Finally, the yard loader manufacturer also saves time and money right from the production stage. While the bushings still had to be individually reground after painting, this work step is completely eliminated with iglidur® plain bearings.