iglide® plain bearing applications
Check out where iglide® plastic bushings have been used in real-world applications around the world from a wide range of industries, from combine harvesters to rollercoasters, from hot-air balloons to light aircraft.
Ohio-based grain handling company J&M Manufacturing wins the 2023 gold manus award for their innovative use of plastic bearings in fertilizing equipment.
Ohio-based grain handling company J&M Manufacturing wins the 2023 gold manus award for their innovative use of plastic bearings in fertilizing equipment.Combine harvester
Infusion pumps
Clean and maintenance-free plastic plain bearings ensure smooth movement in infusion pumps.Infusion pumps
Boat lift
iglide® P is used on lifts to remove boats from both residential and commercial marinas.Learn more
Bike pedals
iglide® G300 plastic bearings distribute the load and lubricate the axle on this bike pedal.Learn more
Full-suspension mountain bike
A leading manufacturer of full-suspension mountain bikes has developed one of its most innovative bikes to date.Learn more
Bike shocks
A coil shock for serious mountain bike enthusiasts uses iglide® G300 plastic bushings.Learn more
Ski bindings
These high-end ski bindings use iglide® L280 plastic bushings in the knuckle, which enables the heel of the skier’s boot to raise and lower with each turn.Learn more
Roller coaster
iglide® Z plastic bushings reduced surface pressure and shaft wear for this rollercoaster at one of America's leading theme parks.Learn more
sim racing seat
iglide® L280 plastic bushings and igubal® pillow block bearings in home theater, gaming and movie theater seats.Learn more
Potato planter
iglide® J plastic bushings increased service life by 500-600% and reduced costs by 80%.Learn more
Hot air balloon altitude world record
iglide® G300 and W300 plastic bushings were used in the pressurized capsule of this hot air balloon.Learn more
Packaging machine
iglide® G300 plastic bushings are lightweight and space saving and reduced manufacturing costs for this packaging company.Learn more
Facade construction
This adjustable facade uses UV-resistant iglide® G300 plastic bushings to allow oscillating and rotational movement.Learn more
Electric scooter
iglide® Q plastic bushings are used in the rear-wheel suspension of this electric scooter.Learn more
Construction vehicles
Dirt-resistant iglide® G300 plastic bearings are used in this mini excavator’s track rollers.Learn more
Artificial knee joint
iglide® L280 and iglide® Q plastic bushings improve an artificial knee joint.Learn more
Packaging machine
iglide® L280 plastic bushings are used in this packaging machine because of their dry-running, clean, hygienic operation.Learn more
Offshore
iglide® G300 plastic bushings, drylin® N linear slides and igubal® rod ends are used in this inspection device for an offshore drilling riser.Learn more
Industrial scooter for factories
iglide® plastic bushings were used in this industrial scooter because they were lower cost than steel alternatives.Learn more
Prosthetic limb
iglide® Z was used in this unique prosthetic limb designed to absorb shocks and impacts.Prosthetic limb
Pipe organ
iglide® J plastic bushings and igubal® rod ends and clevis joints for traditional pipe organs.Learn more
