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Discover why amusement ride manufacturers rely on igus® solutions

Amusement ride manufacturers, including roller coaster manufacturers, carnival ride manufacturers, and amusement machine manufacturers, rely on igus® for advanced components that enhance the safety, efficiency, and reliability of rides globally. Our solutions are trusted by coaster manufacturers and ride manufacturers for their ability to withstand extreme conditions and minimize maintenance.

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The use of dryspin thread technology has significantly improved the entire behavior of the drive, starting with the feel, the noise, up to an extremely clean and quiet running behavior

Thomas Brunner

Head of Mechanical Engineering at BRUNNER Elektronik

After six months of continuous operation during the height of the season, the iglide® Z bearing was inspected and the results were amazing. There was virtually no noticeable wear on the bearing or shaft. Its high flexibility and resistance to misalignment improve installation and removal of the bearing and make it less susceptible to damage.

Six Flags

Corporate Engineer

Maintenance is reduced by 95%. Annual cost of replacement parts is reduced by at least 54% and labor costs are reduced by almost 9%.

Six Flags

Corporate Engineer

We do a visual inspection of the tower every day... The energy chain is a safety-relevant component and we can fully rely on it

Franz Taraba

Technician at Prater Tower

We still have the same energy chain as on day one... We haven’t had any problems with the chainflex cables either

Robert Danhel

Technical Manager at Prater Tower

Quite simply, igus has met all our requirements in terms of validations with its thread technology. As already mentioned, one of the core demands of our customers in development was the improved service life. We applied twelve million load cycles to the spindle assembly of the HLU LE-X (E) and it held. That convinced us. In addition, igus has provided us with calculations and the relevant values throughout.

Erik Stratmann

Product Manager HAWE

Advanced Solutions for Amusement Ride Manufacturers by igus®

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Racing Simulator Upgrade with igus® Bearings - A Success Story for Amusement Ride Manufacturers

What was needed: drylin® linear & drive tech, iglide® bearings, tribo-tape, xiros® bearings, energy chains, triflex®
Requirements: Racing simulator adjustments must be lubrication-free, durable, and lightweight for global transport.
Success: High load capacity, wear-resistant, maintenance-free, lightweight materials for easy transport, quick assembly/disassembly.

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Enhanced Joystick Haptics with dryspin® Thread Technology for Amusement Ride Applications

What was needed: Zero-backlash threaded nut and spindle.
Requirements: Quiet, low-play, low-noise, vibration-free, lubrication-free.
Success: dryspin technology improved drive feel, noise, and ensured clean, quiet operation.

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Reliable Energy Supply Systems for Amusement Ride Manufacturers

What was needed: Pre-assembled E4/4 energy chain.
Requirements: Stable, reliable, modular, easy assembly, UV/heat/frost/rain resistant.
Success: 15,000 uninterrupted rides at Bremen's Freimarkt. E4/4 provided stability, silent operation, and long service life despite height and 180° rotation.

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Power Splash Ride Upgrade for Amusement Ride Manufacturers with igus® e-chain® Circular Module

What was needed: Guide for load cables, signal lines, and hoses under turnout.
Requirements: +/- 180° movement, high load capacity, long life, minimal installation and maintenance.
Success: Modular igus rotary system with vertical e-chains reliably moves cables both ways. Robust, space-saving, designed and delivered ready for installation by igus experts.

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White Paper:

10 Design Tips for Your Rotary Application

In this white paper, you will find valuable information on how to choose the right guide trough for circular modules if you want to design them yourself. Avoid errors that can affect the life of your equipment or even lead to failure.

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Cost-Saving Plastic Bearings for Amusement Ride Roller Coasters at Six Flags

What was needed: iglide® Z Bearings in the safety bars
Requirements: Durable, weather-resistant, shockproof, and low maintenance.

“After six months of continuous operation during the height of the season, the iglide® Z bearing was inspected and the results were amazing."

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Advanced Thread Technology for Roller Coaster Safety Systems - Amusement Ride Manufacturer Case Study

What was needed: a dryspin threaded nut made of iglide J with a matching dryspin lead screw
Requirements: over one million cycles, vibration damping, strength, compact design, freedom from lubrication and maintenance, low abrasion

"Quite simply, igus has met all our requirements in terms of validations with its thread technology"

Sky-High Amusement Ride Safety at Vienna's Prater Tower

What was needed: An energy chain of the Series E4.1, chainflex cables
Requirements: The pipes must be routed safely and reliably at a height of 70 meters - in all weather conditions

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Maintenance-Free Solutions for Amusement Ride Simulators

What was needed: drylin W and drylin N linear systems, iglide plain bearings
Requirements: Robust, smooth, lubrication-free, customizable, durable, and maintenance-free for reliable simulators.
Success: igus products offer high load capacity, durability, smooth, quiet, maintenance-free, and customizable performance.