Igus supplier in Romania
Cable carriers and flexible cables for motion
Founded in 1964 · Headquarters: Köln, Germany
Who is Igus and what does it make?
Igus is a German manufacturer headquartered in Köln (Cologne), active since 1964 in plastic motion components — cable carriers, polymer bearings, linear guides and lead screws. The e-chain cable carriers protect moving cables, the chainflex range covers flexible cables resistant to repeated movement, iglidur covers self-lubricating polymer bearings and bushings, drylin covers linear bearings and drives, and dryspin covers tribo-polymer screws and nuts. From the igus portfolio we can quote components for motion without classic lubrication, where the customer wants to eliminate grease or oil from maintenance.
The difference from classic metal bearings and chains lies in the base material: igus's own polymers are formulated to be self-lubricating, which removes the need for periodic greasing and reduces operating noise. The company has 4,600 employees worldwide and is active in numerous industrial sectors, including automation and robotics, food and beverage, renewable energy and medical. The e-chain cable carriers are designed for high-speed repeated movement, and the chainflex cables inside are tested for the same bending cycle.
For Romania, igus has its own subsidiary and makes sense for robots, linear axes, machine tools and machinery with repetitive movement, where traditional lubrication is hard to maintain or unwanted for process hygiene reasons — for example in the food or pharmaceutical industry.
What do we supply from the Igus range?
| Product | Description |
|---|---|
| e-chain cable carriers and chainflex cables | Plastic energy chains for protecting cables and hoses in repeated movement, with inner cables tested for the same bending cycle as the chain. Used on linear axes, robots and machine tools with frequent travel. For a quotation, the customer must state the travel stroke, the speed and the acceleration, plus the number and diameter of the cables to be routed through the chain. |
| Iglidur Bearings and Bushings | High-performance polymer bearings, without external lubrication, for applications where grease would contaminate the process (food, pharmaceutical) or where maintenance is hard to reach. For configuration, the shaft diameter, the radial load and the working environment (temperature, humidity) are needed. |
| Drylin Linear Guides | A system of linear bearings and drives without lubrication, with rails and carriages made of metal-polymer combinations or entirely of polymer. Recommended for axes with moderate loads where low weight and the absence of greasing matter more than sub-micron precision. The customer must state the stroke needed, the load to be guided and the orientation of the axis (horizontal/vertical). |
Why Igus?
- Self-lubricating components made of igus's own polymers, which eliminate periodic greasing on bearings and guides
- ISO 9001:2015 certification of the igus units in North America, according to the manufacturer's documentation
- Own subsidiary in Romania, with local support for orders and technical consultancy
- Motion range — e-chain, chainflex, iglidur, drylin, dryspin — compatible across series
Which Igus codes and series are requested most often?
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| e-chain | Plastic cable carrier for protecting cables in motion |
| chainflex | Flexible cable resistant to continuous movement, for the cable carrier |
| iglidur | Plastic bushing and bearing, lubrication-free operation |
| drylin | Plastic or hybrid linear guide, lubrication-free |
| dryspin | Tribo-polymer lead screw, for translation mechanisms |
| readycable | Pre-assembled cable with connectors, ready to fit in the cable carrier |
| readychain | Pre-assembled cable carrier with cables, ready to install |
| triflex | Multi-axis cable carrier for robots |
| igubal | Self-aligning plastic bearing, maintenance-free |
| xiros | Plastic ball bearing, corrosion-resistant |
Where is Igus equipment used?
- Robotics — chains and bearings for axes with repeated movement
- Food industry — lubrication-free components, suited to areas with indirect contact with the product
- Machine tools — linear guides and cable carriers for CNC axes
- Construction and mobile machinery — components resistant to dust and moisture
- Logistics — rollers and guides for internal conveying systems
How do we supply Igus in Romania?
The igus data presented here comes from the manufacturer's technical documentation and from the company's Romanian subsidiary; the codes from the chainflex, iglidur and drylin ranges are supplied to order. We source the components through EU supply channels, usually in 1–4 weeks from confirmation. For correct configuration, the customer must send us the mechanical parameters of the application — stroke, load, speed, working environment — so that the system indicated matches the real requirement. Availability for all lengths and diameters in the catalogue is confirmed in the quotation.
Our quotation covers the mechanical motion components; the configuration of digital monitoring systems (connected wear sensors) is outside it.
Frequently asked questions about Igus
Which igus cable carrier should I choose for a long-travel application?
The e-chain family covers both compact applications, with inner heights of a few millimetres, and robust chains for long travel and heavy loads, depending on the series chosen. For very long travel, igus offers variants with support rollers in the e-chain family; the maximum travel for each series is confirmed from the igus documentation.
What is the difference between igus iglidur and drylin bearings?
Iglidur is a range of plastic bushings and bearings, designed for rotary or sliding motion without lubrication on an existing shaft. Drylin is a complete linear guide system, which includes the rail and the carriage, used where guided linear movement is needed, not just a simple sliding bushing.
Do you supply igus products in Romania?
Yes, igus components are sourced to order, on the basis of the manufacturer's technical documentation. The lead time on order is usually 1–4 weeks, depending on the product family and the exact configuration requested. We recommend confirming the full name of the series before placing the order.
What information do I send for an igus cable carrier quotation?
It is useful to state the travel length, the bending radius available and the number and diameter of the cables to be guided inside. For bearings or linear guides, the load applied and the travel speed matter, which allow the correct choice between the igus iglidur, drylin or e-chain ranges.
How do I request a Igus quotation?
Send the Igus code from the nameplate and the quantity; we reply in English with availability and the lead time written in the quotation.
Request a quoteUpdated: 12 November 2026 · Sources: igus, igus GmbH (manufacturer documentation)