Components for retail technology

lubrication-free, low-maintenance and durable motion plastic in the shop

Retail technology is challenged to develop innovative systems. The new buying behaviour, away from stationary shopping towards online shopping, is causing increasing competitive pressure on the stationary retail trade. On the one hand, new automation solutions are needed to cut costs and speed up shopping, while on the other, new store and design concepts are required.
Motion plastic from igus® is involved everywhere. The high-performance polymers and cables not only ensure lubrication-free movements, but also cost-effective automation.

Our products are used in...

Vending machines ▼
reverse vending machines
Parcel stations
POS hardware
Payment systems
Shop automation

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Low-maintenance and sustainable drinks dispenser

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Order picking system with energy chain and cable

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Automated chocolate dispenser with robot arm

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Components for vending machines

At railway stations, airports, in break rooms and, increasingly, in self-service shops that are open 24 hours a day: Vending machines are becoming increasingly popular. There are numerous models, but many of the requirements for the moving components are the same. First and foremost, cable guides
should work reliably, minimise maintenance and save costs. This is where our motion plastic comes into play.

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