igus B.V.

igus develops and manufactures motion plastics. These lubricant-free high-performance polymers improve engineering and reduce costs wherever motion is involved. In the field of power supply systems, highly flexible cables, plain bearings, linear guides and wire spindle technology made from tribo-polymers, igus is the global market leader. The family-owned company headquartered in Cologne, Germany, is represented in 31 countries and employs more than 4,600 people worldwide. In 2022, igus generated sales of €1.15 billion. Research in the world's largest test laboratory in the industry, constantly leads to innovations and greater security for users. 234,000 items are available from stock and service life can be calculated online. In recent years, the company has expanded by starting internal startups, for example for ball bearings, robotic drives, 3D printing, the RBTX platform for Lean Robotics and intelligent smart plastics for Industry 4.0. Some of the most significant environmental investments include the "chainge" program - for recycling used cable beads - and participation in a company that recovers oil from plastic waste.