Guidelok Vertical
This vertical cable carrier application uses a vertical guidance system from igus®.
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Moving desk cable management made easy with OCR energy chain
Read about how the maintenance-free OCR energy chain from igus® simplifies cable management for moving desks & allows for easy installation via magnetic mounts.
Steel vs. plastic cable carriers
Plastic energy chains have begun to replace steel on most applications. View this infographic to learn about all of the advantages plastic cable carriers offer.
Busbars vs. energy chains for crane electrification
The performance of a crane is directly dependent on its electrification system. With various power supply options available and a range of application requirements to take into consideration, making a
energy chains vs. festoons
Though energy chains and festoons are both used to guide and protect cables, the two systems have very different capabilities. In this infographic, see how maintenance, design, cable security and stra
21st Century solutions for dynamic cable management
Moving applications integrated with cables require durable cable management systems. With machines constantly developing to meet higher standards, new challenges in managing systems’ cables come into
Reducing vibration of cable carriers
In a wide range of applications customers are demanding increased accuracy and precision from their production equipment. In industries including printer design, semiconductor manufacturing, and machi
Design basics: plastic cable carriers
Ready to put an end to cable failure on your machines for good? This basics guide covers everything you need to know to get started with cable carriers.
1:09New innovations in energy chains
igus has developed a new energy chain system that delivers numerous benefits to both design engineers and those in charge of maintenance. Chief among these benefits is saving up to 80% on time needed
Tips and Tricks for Designing with Cable Carriers
Cable carriers are an ideal way to protect cables, hoses, and all other lines throughout movement on modern machinery, while protecting them from abrasion, tangling, and over bending. In this eBook, e
e-spool: The next generation of the cable reel
The igus® e-spool is an alternative to traditional cable reels, which are used to guide cables and hoses in confined spaces. The e-spool system can guide several cables or media lines, including power
Complying with the Food Safety Modernization Act
Bearing lubrication can transfer bacteria and other contaminants between food. See what bearings you can use that are compliant
Designing Cable Management Systems for Collaborative Robots
Collaborative robots work side by side with human workers to complete a wide range of tasks, including welding, quality inspection, and component insertion/fastening. With anticipated global compound
1:19Energy chain monitoring systems for tensile forces
Tensile forces acting on the cables of an e-chain system® can significantly reduce the service life! The CF.P system measures the forces directly at the strain relief and indicates the need for action
1:19Flexible and functional cable management for furniture
The igus triflex OCR energy chain solution was designed specifically for the furniture industry. The OCR is functional and aesthetically pleasing. The furniture chain is easy to use - just press the c
Indoor/EOT Cranes Industry Solutions
igus energy chain solutions for indoor crane or EOT crane systems. igus energy chain systems can increase the reliability and safety while decreasing maintenance on
2:57Demonstration of igus smart plastics EC.B and EC.P system
Energy chain product manager Dan Thompson demonstrates how our smart plastics can prevent unplanned downtime. During ongoing operation, they detect the degree of wear and emit an alarm as soon as repa
2:14How to assemble E2.1 energy chain by igus
If you are interested in our E2.1 energy chain check out our website for more information and purchasing options! https://www.igus.com/info/energy-chains-overview-e2-1
High-performance plastic solutions for drilling rigs
The optimized polymers in e-chains® are used to manufacture military equipment, rocket launch site components and power plant machinery. Their strength and durability make them applicable in nearly al
Top 10 considerations when specifying igus® in your port crane tender
While specifying your trolley cable management system and moving away from outdated technologies like festoons, there are ways to make sure your investment performs like the manufacturer said it would
The world's longest e-chain® runs for over 10 years