In 2014, the Memorial Bridge originally designed in 1922 by J.A.L. Waddell was replaced by a new bridge with cutting-edge technology. The new design maintains the spirit of the old design, but employs the use of new technologies throughout to improve safety and long term durability while reducing operating costs. One of the “new” technologies that was selected to reach these goals was the use of an e-chain® cable management system with chainflex® cables from igus® in the place of the “old” standard droop cable system.
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Innovative Ethernet Cables for Tomorrow's Standards
The technological advance of industrial automation and the increased need for networked connectivity have driven Ethernet protocol to be the cornerstone of today's modern cable applications. Ethernet
25:17Webinar: Reducing Downtime and Eliminating Cable Failure
Cable failure is an all-too-common cause of unplanned downtime across a range of industries and applications. In moving applications, these cable failures can be attributed to a few common causes. In
Inside the continous-flex cable test lab
In this interactive eBook, igus® cable experts reveal their tried and true development and testing methods used to create guaranteed chainflex® continuous-flex cables.
0:56Data cables designed for continuous-flex and EMI resistance
This video explains why utilizing cables with tight braid angle shielding provides superior EMI resistance while moving and has higher resistance to breakdown.
7 Guidelines for Continuous Flex Cables
Learn the key design features that can ensure a continuous-flex cable will last for millions of cycles in your applications.
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
Design Basics: Continuous-Flex Cables
Choosing the correct cable for moving applications can mean the difference between a few thousand and tens of millions of cycles of flexing operation. Static, flexible and continuous-flex cables are a
Robotic cable management made easy
Read the top tips from the igus® cable experts on how to easily and reliably design cable management systems for 6-axis robotic systems.
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
0:07e-chain® reel for mobile shore power
Connect different vessel types Special energy chain® guides & protects cables Lengths of up to 328 feet Easy and safe handling Longer service life at lower cost
7 Cable Management Mistakes You Don't Know You're Making
Advances in automation technology mean that certain cable management rules have become outdated. In this tech talk, uncover seven common cable management mistakes as well as how to avoid them.
Cable Distribution Rules You Need to Obey
Uncover the main rules of cable management to ensure your cables have a long life.
1:10Cablenews – straight from the igus® laboratory – SPS2016
Directly from the test lab to the exhibition at SPS2016 Rainer Rossel, Head of the igus® chainflex® division explains new additions to the product line. Click here to learn more about chainflex® conti
0:54Robot cables designed for continuous-flex and torsion
This video explains why choosing a robot cable designed for continuous flex is superior in applications that involve torsional motion. The design of these optimized cables ensure their performance for
0:56Control Cables designed for continuous-flex
This video explains why choosing a cable designed for continuous flex is superior to a standard cable with a layered design. This is especially important when cable corkscrewing is present. Click here
0:45Bus cables designed for continuous-flex
This video explains why choosing a cable designed for continuous-flex is superior to a cable that is simply "chain suitable" to ensure permanent signal quality. Click here to learn more about chainfle
0:31igus® ibow angle adapter for flexible cables
The igus® ibow angle adapter has a defined radius, has a freely configurable rotation angle, can be assembled without opening the connector, can be added to a readycable® order or can be retrofitted t
Caring for Cables
This tech talk goes over the basics of caring for cables, along with giving a few advanced tips that even the most experienced engineer could learn from.
7 Guidelines for Cable Installation