Autonomous bridge for boats
The job of transporting boats in ports is carried out by a fully electric, selfpropelled
bridge from a Spanish company. Up to 20 percent
of the energy is supplied by solar modules that position themselves via a
rotary axis.
For this pivoting process, the engineers opted for pillow block bearings of
the igubal ESQM series. Their advantage: simple assembly, a compensation
system for misalignments, high load-bearing capacity and resistance to
salty sea air and strong winds.
igus split pillow block bearings for square profiles in single-axis solar trackers have been specially developed for the harsh conditions in the solar industry.
In addition to the freedom from lubrication and maintenance, the high static load capacity and the angle compensation are particularly noteworthy, so that a very long service life can be guaranteed.
Split pillow block bearing for square profiles, ESQM, igubal®
For quare profiles
Split version of housing and spherical ball
Easy assembly and disassembly
High loads
Lightweight
Compensation of misalignment
Quick assembly saves time
Further examples, click on following igus applications for solar trackers, cranes or discover the latest igus developments in 2024.
Tech up:
Absorption of high static (wind) loads of up to 50kN
Cost down:
Lubrication-free, therefore no maintenance required
Proof:
Guaranteed service life of 25 years (72 years almost wear-free, simulated in the igus® laboratory at 1.5 tonnes - see following video)
Sustainability:
Environmentally friendly, no additional lubricants needed. igus® supports the circular economy of plastics and is investing in chemical recycling.
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