This depends on your definition of a heavy load. What the term ‘heavy loads’ means depends on the point of view. In general, plastics are not nearly as strong as steel and similar materials. Nevertheless, there are iglidur materials that have proven their worth at load bearing points with loads above 150 MPa (approximate load of 6 t […]
Many iglidur materials are compliant with FDA or EU 10/2011 and are therefore suitable for use in contact with food. In the iglidur plain bearing shop, you can use these requirements to filter your search results quickly and easily. In addition, for example, the materials iglidur A181 and A350 can be detected visually due to their special blue colour. […]
Under the definition described within ATEX, iglidur plain bearings are not components to be certified. This means that no corresponding certificate is needed for iglidur plain bearings. However, equipment and systems for ATEX applications do have to be tested, as a result of which ATEX requirements also apply to the plain bearings from a technical […]
Materials and components that come into contact with drinking water have to fulfil special requirements and this must be verified by certificates, for example DVGW work sheet W270 in accordance with DIN EN 16421 KTW. Depending on the country, different quality verifications can be necessary in this context. – Do you need such a certificate […]
Many iglidur materials fulfil the fire safety requirements according to UL V0 and are self-extinguishing after a short time – for example iglidur GV0. We have developed iglidur RW370 specially for use in railway applications. This material also fulfils the requirements of DIN EN 45545 HL3. – Do you need more detailed information or certificates? Contact us by phone, e-mail or […]