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Are lightweight linear guides the future?

Michael Hornung | 30. June 2019

A linear guide made of aluminium, plastic or carbon? But it is not very durable. A linear guide must be made of steel, only then is it any good. And that’s true: In many applications involving the dynamic movement of high loads, linear guides made of steel are the first choice. But times have changed; […]

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Linear guide for furniture making?

Michael Hornung | 30. June 2019

What do I need a linear guide in a piece of furniture for? Perhaps “furniture fitting” is a better word to describe the task in this context. Furniture is becoming increasingly alterable: it changes seat positions and posture, table heights can be adjusted as required, doors slide ultra-silently, TV monitors are positioned in all directions, […]

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Are linear guides easy to install?

Michael Hornung | 30. June 2019

In the installation instructions for a lubricated linear guide with ball circulation, the following aspects, among  others, need to be considered by me: Installation and maintenance only by specialist personnel – Suitable lifting equipment is to be used – Avoidance of dirt during installation; which leads to questions: How can dirt be removed (benzene or […]

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Linear guides for small installation spaces

Michael Hornung | 30. June 2019

“No room. ” Kitchen appliances, laboratory and analysis systems, 3D printers, furniture, lights and so on should be light and transparent and nevertheless be extremely flexible. And their elements should be easily adjustable, offer a high-quality adjusting feel, cost little money and still take up little installation space – also innovative, by the way, in […]

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Are linear guides ergonomic?

Michael Hornung | 30. June 2019

With a linear guide, I can move something from A to B. Does that have anything to do with ergonomics? The answer is – Yes. Desk height adjustment mechanisms to make standing and sitting healthier, adjustment mechanisms of chair backrests for good spinal support while sitting, adjustment of headrests for more safety, monitor adjusting systems […]

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