Stage 22: Movement that spans decades: technology, partnership, and industrial tradition
Michael Poepke | 8. May 2026
The igus:bike Tour continued along the roads of the São Paulo countryside until reaching a city where industry, innovation, and history move side by side: Piracicaba.
And it was there that the journey met one of the most emblematic partnerships in igus Brazil’s history: ROMI.
Founded in 1930, ROMI has established itself as one of the largest and most traditional industrial machine manufacturers in the country, becoming a global reference in machine tools, plastic processing equipment, and cast iron parts.
Built over decades, the company serves some of the most demanding sectors in the industry — from aerospace to agribusiness, from the automotive industry to heavy manufacturing — always with a clear focus on productivity, precision, and reliability.
And it is precisely in this environment of continuous motion, high acceleration, and maximum operational demands that the partnership with igus becomes even more meaningful.
For more than 15 years, igus has acted as a technical partner to ROMI, supplying solutions developed to withstand extremely demanding industrial applications.
igus energy chains and chainflex® flexible cables are present in nearly the entire ROMI machine and equipment portfolio, ensuring the safe transmission of energy and data even under severe operating conditions, with millions of cycles, constant impacts, and high speeds.
In machining centers and CNC lathes, for example, igus solutions operate on the X and Y axes to protect cables and hoses within compact spaces — a technical detail that makes all the difference when it comes to availability, reliability, and production continuity.
Because in the end, the high performance of a machine also depends on the invisible intelligence that follows every movement.
More than simply supplying components, this partnership represents a joint journey built on engineering, trust, and continuous evolution.
Over the years, igus and ROMI have been developing applications focused on reducing maintenance, increasing system durability, and ensuring safer and more predictable operations for the industry.
A collaboration that reinforces how innovation also means creating solutions capable of operating continuously, with efficiency and safety, even in the most challenging industrial environments.
And on a journey driven by technology and transformation, visiting ROMI during the igus:bike Tour carried a special symbolism.
Because some partnerships do not simply follow projects.
They follow decades of industrial evolution.
After the visit, the route continued along the banks of the traditional Piracicaba River.
Historically connected to water, culture, and the development of the São Paulo countryside, the city revealed another side of the journey: a place where tradition and everyday life coexist in a light and welcoming way.
At the famous Rua do Porto, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, the tour experienced the calm rhythm of the riverbanks, the local gastronomy, and the scenery that forms part of Piracicaba’s cultural identity.
Between industry, history, and movement, Stage 22 once again showed that innovation does not happen in isolation.
It is born from connections built over time — between people, companies, technology, and trust.
And it is exactly these connections that continue driving the movement of Brazilian industry forward.
SAFETY PARTNER
To ensure the protection of the igus:bike throughout the entire tour, the initiative counts on the support of Seguros SURA Brasil, a specialist in risk management and future mobility trends.
As the journey progresses, this partnership highlights an essential aspect of cycling culture: safety. While igus develops engineering solutions for applications in motion, SURA offers insurance designed for cyclists, regardless of their riding profile.
The Bici SURA coverage includes:
• Accidental damage during use or storage of the bicycle
• Theft or robbery
• Electrical damage in electric bicycles
• Damage during transportation when carried out by the insured rider
• Full reimbursement of transportation and rescue costs for the cyclist in case of accidents
To learn more, visit:
https://www.segurossura.com.br/mobilidade/seguro-bici-sura
Our riders:
Jenifer Quintino
My name is Jenifer Quintino and I have been working in the Marketing department at igus for 1 year and 11 months, supporting communication initiatives and the execution of internal and external company projects, with a focus on organization and activity follow-up.
I participated in organizing the materials for the igus:bike and I am motivated to take part in this tour across Brazil, making the most of every learning opportunity throughout this journey.
Gabriel Volpato – Marketing analyst
My name is Gabriel, and I have been part of the igus Brazil marketing team since 2020, when I joined the company as an apprentice. Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to grow alongside the company and evolve within the marketing area.
Today, I work with graphic design, video editing, and digital marketing initiatives, helping transform ideas into visual experiences that communicate the igus purpose. I enjoy being hands-on, learning new skills, and taking on challenges with enthusiasm, whether behind a camera, at the computer, or on the road.
Accompanying the igus Bike Tour throughout its entire journey is a unique opportunity for me to tell real stories, capture meaningful moments, and showcase how our brand connects with people, places, and innovation.
I am truly excited to be part of this experience and to help ensure that every stage of the tour becomes a memorable chapter in our story.
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