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What energy chain and the Duracell bunny have in common

pwirth | 10. December 2020

The energy chain just keeps going and going and going … The Duracell bunny and energy chain have been with us for several decades. The pink bunny with the drum became popular with the slogan, “No other battery looks like it. No other battery lasts like it. ” The bunny is still one of the […]

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Ball bearings in the textile industry – why plastic beats metal

Patrick Czaja | 10. December 2020

Textile machines and their components are increasingly exposed to heavy loads. This increases the demands on the machines. Vibrations, different operating conditions, constantly changing loads and especially dirt and dust adhesion are challenges faced by plant operators in the textile industry.

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A virtual trade show
Why it pays to visit the trade show

Nils Jäger | 9. December 2020

In our last article, we reported on our virtual trade show. Why are trade shows so important for our customers? And why does a visit to our virtual trade show pay? Why a virtual trade show pays This trade show stand offers our customers the opportunity to become familiar with our latest products – as […]

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Ball bearings in anemometers – plastic makes measuring wind easy

Patrick Czaja | 8. December 2020

An anemometer is an instrument for measuring the speed of a flow field and is used primarily to determine wind speed. The cup anemometer is the most widely used type. It has a vertical axis with three or four cups to catch the wind. What requirements apply to ball bearings in anemometers?

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igus® internal tests confirm reliability of products for the solar industry

rwon | 4. December 2020

Producing energy from renewable sources is always associated with high costs and investment. Various factors such as procurement, financing and operating costs play a significant role. An important consideration is the system’s service life – a long one means that these costs can be recouped over a longer period. Photovoltaic systems, especially solar modules, nowadays […]

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