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Full control in all situations ... with the smart i.Sense BRG mini sensor

New low-cost sensor technology allows cost-effective real-time condition monitoring for (almost) any igus plastic product ... including direct connection to the PLC system control

Tractor with igus sensors lifts a bale pack in the field; detail shows the controls and steering wheel.

Determine service life quickly, easily, and even remotely ... with i.Sense BRG

The new i.Sense BRG mini-sensor gives you full control. This innovation enables you to make (almost) any igus plastic product smart; as a user, you benefit from real-time condition monitoring, including digital evaluation capability for recorded machine data. It then works with the i.Cee module to output predictive maintenance recommendations and service life statements.

The whole thing is realised by a wired 2.5mm x 4mm abrasion sensor that is simply inserted into the stressed friction points in the plastic. Skilful geometric positioning of these elements allows clear statements to be made about product service life in the event of an electrical interruption or change in resistance. It doesn't matter whether the igus starting product is a 3D printed part, an igubal spherical bearing, or a customised iglidur milled part. The percentage status messages can then be read out directly from the PLC machine control system via the cable connection. Sales prices can thus be less than EUR 250.

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Tech up

  • Cable-based condition monitoring for (almost) all igus plastic products
  • Direct connection to the plant control system (PLC) via potential-free contacts
  • Comprehensive connectivity for integration into predictive maintenance concept with i.Cee

Cost down

  • 80% cost reduction through direct connection to system control system
  • Reduction of maintenance costs with predictive maintenance recommendations
  • Avoidance of unplanned downtimes thanks to condition-based alarm messages

Proof

  • The switch cabinet module can be omitted for direct connection to the customer's PLC control system
  • Ongoing test program in the industry's largest test laboratory  for high-performance polymers

Sustainability

  • Minimised material costs for integrated sensor
  • Condition-based maintenance avoids unnecessary or premature product replacement

IoT expert Richard Habering explains the use and benefits of the new low-cost sensors.

Intelligent condition monitoring successfully realised

i.Sense from smart plastics in practice

  • Sewage and wastewater treatment plants
  • Ports and container cranes
  • Conveying and bulk handling
    • Conveyor system in a mine with a long belt and red material outdoors.

    "Less effort, higher availability"

    "Less maintenance work, higher availability, the ability to manage all the different cables and hoses in one system, intelligent status monitoring i.Sense ... I would always use intelligent energy chain from igus again!"

    Dipl.-Ing. Fabian Wilhelm, Project Manager at AOS Stade GmbH

    igus smart plastics in different applications: warehouse, vehicle, robot and machines.

    Worldwide customer applications

    Whether in international automotive production, the global crane industry or in regional wastewater treatment plants, i.Sense systems are used successfully where maintenance costs are saved and machine downtime is prevented.

    Click here for the application overview

    When do I need a smart status sensor like i.Sense BRG?

    There are no limits to the application possibilities for the new mini-sensor.

    Live condition monitoring in any position/bearing

    i.Sense BRG for everyone
    Not just for farmers, but for every machine operator, a defective bearing can spoil the working day and the mood. Machine failures and downtimes are among the biggest cost drivers in the industry. It is therefore important for maintenance staff to prevent unplanned downtime in good time.

    Smart bearing products from igus are therefore particularly suitable for very sensitive or hard-to-reach areas of a machine, as the condition of the bearing can be checked at any time. With the help of the sensor, every wear-resistant part of a machine can be monitored remotely - from which many other motion plastics also benefit.

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    Information ...

    All information about the smart plastic News 2023 in compact PDF format.

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    ... try it ...

    Free 3D data, operating instructions and much more in our smart plastic service area

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    ... realise

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