30th January 2014- igus, the world’s leading
manufacturer and pioneers of plastic motion technology under the renowned brands
the-chain Energy Chains Systems® and dry-tech® bearings, announced
the 30th anniversary of its dry-tech product group "iglidur" today at
a press conference in the city. Mr. Antony P Kurian, COO igus® India & Mr.
Patrick Carl, International Head of iglidur Product Group, were present to
grace this occasion. On this momentous
day, igus also announced the commemorative world tour of a retrofitted micro car.
This micro car, fitted with iglidur components puts the resilience, reliability
& potential of its innovative plastic technology to test, as it embarks on
a round-the-world-trip.
igus,
has been dedicated to the cause of research in “tribopolymers” (friction and
wear optimized plastics) for decades to provide its consumers with improved solutions.
On the 30th year of its journey, igus embarked on this ambitious practical test
to demonstrate the capabilities of the extensively tested and amply proven innovative
plastics technology. A team from Cologne University of Applied Sciences under
the leadership of Johannes Thomé and the igus bearing developer Michael Krug
took up the project 'plastination’ of the micro car. The
aim was to replace everything possible with igus plastics, viz, brake pedal,
windscreen wipers, window lift mechanism, shift unit, seat console, handbrake,
alternator, throttle valve and the
convertible roof. Attention was even paid to ensure visual likeness as well.
This
retrofitted car will begin its journey from 'Incredible India' and go on to a
strenuous round-the-world trip along tarmac, gravel and mud tracks and roads
across four continents. Its inaugural exhibition will be held at the ‘Auto Expo’ trade fair at New Delhi, India
post which it will travel to China, Japan, South Korea & Taiwan. The igus car will then make a trip to America
followed by Canada. In the next part of the journey the micro car will travel
to Brazil, before making its way back to Europe.
The tour can be followed at http://igusindia.blogspot.in/ . Reports, videos and photos on the blog will
provide exciting insights into the ‘iglidur on tour’ journey.
On
this occasion, Mr. Antony P Kurian, COO
igus® India, says, "We, at igus, have put together 30 years of
expertise in the field of 'motion plastics' to send the igus car on a World
tour. igus bearings have been fitted at 56 points to demonstrate the
capabilities of igus tribopolymers &
demonstrate a superior technology that reduces cost & improves performance
drastically. Before it embarks on its round-the-world-trip the retrofitted car
will be displayed at the 'Auto Expo' trade fair at New Delhi, to provide
visitors and technocrats with a first-hand experience."
Echoing
the sentiments of Mr.Frank Blase, CEO, Igus, Mr. Patrick Carl, International Head of Iglidur Product Group,
commented, "We take great care that the components manufactured are always
precisely tailored to the needs of the customers’. This is one of the reason
why, we have a broad range of
custom-made solutions, in addition to our standard products."
About igus:
igus is a globally leading manufacturer in the field of
energy chain systems and polymer plainbearings. The Cologne-based family business has offices in 33 countries
and employs around 2,200 people around the world. In 2012, igus generated a
turnover of 399 million euros. igus operates the largest test laboratories and
factories in its sector to offer customers quick turnaround times on innovative
products and solutions tailored to their needs. igus India is the wholly owned
subsidiary of igus and is operational in India since 2001. Over the last decade
it has grown and has been an active and integral part of Indian Industry
offering wide range of solutions through its wide network of Support offices
across India and team of dedicated and well trained Engineers. The success of
igus India is a direct reflection of igus Global philosophy of the
"Cheapest Solution that Works is the Best Solution"
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