Less maintenance, stronger in use

Construction machines have a tough job: they have to operate reliably in every work environment and in all weather conditions. Because, as everywhere, failures cost money and must be avoided. We offer components made of high-performance polymers that stand out due to their high durability and long service life. This includes energy chains for cable protection and guidance, e.g. when cables are used for work platforms, aerial lifts or drilling machines. The suitable UV and temperature-resistant cables for dynamic continuous movements can be found in our chainflex cable product range. Maintenance-free and lubrication-free plain bearings for heavy-duty applications, e.g. in excavators, wheeled loaders and telescopic forklifts, are used from stock or as custom-made components. For all parts, the service life is predictable, which is a plus for every construction planning project. Around the world, more than 20,000 clients from the construction machine industry trust us.

Benefits of igus products:

  • Maintenance-free and lubrication-free
  • Resistant to dirt
  • Resistant to vibrations
  • Highly resilient
  • Predictable service life
  • UV and weather-resistant
  • Cost-effective

Product solutions for your application

Linear guides, plain bearings, e-chains, linear axes and more

motion plastics for vehicle cabins

Adjust seats and displays or mount master switches with maintenance-free bearing products. You can also run cables in the seat safely and quietly with energy chains.


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Cab in construction site vehicle

Energy chain configurator

Energy chain configurator

Configure complete energy supply systems for short or long travels as well as for hanging applications. Enter the application and environmental parameters and the configurator "e-chain expert" will suggest suitable solutions for your energy supply.

Construction machinery application examples

Success stories

Find out here how motion plastics solutions demonstrate their technical advantages in many other applications from the construction machinery sector

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