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e-chain

Connected in seconds: Small pluggable energy chain from igus saves 80% assembly time

Published on: 22/03/2022

The plug-in principle of readychain micro-speed enables fast connection of e-chain systems in small installation spaces igus has launched a plug-and-play energy chain system called readychain speed that allows connection of fully assembled e-chain systems in seconds, with no tools needed. This reduces assembly throughput times or machine downtime, and planned maintenance work can be […]

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Cleanroom cables with the e-skin® flat energy chain

Published on: 24/02/2022

The modular system for high-speed applications allows individual cables to be replaced quickly and easily. The e-skin® flat simply sheds its skin to reveal the cable that needs replacing, replace and close. It is that simple. To see how simple the system really is, view this week’s video of the week https://youtu.be/AfL0Eln2z7U For more information […]

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VOTW- Never too far away from an igus® product when travelling on a train!

Published on: 17/02/2022

Never has a video highlighted the versatility of igus® products so well. When you think of a train you think industrial, massive loads and extremely dirty but using igus® products can eliminate some of those preconceptions. No grease required, durable so capable of high loads and made from hard wearing plastic! In this week’s video […]

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VOTW-Moving energy made easy!

Published on: 10/02/2022

Who said moving energy had to be difficult! With igus® energy chains, not only do we make it easy, but we also make it possible to go circular! Whatever the movement, horizontal, vertical or circular, igus® can help as you can see in this week’s video of the week. To view the video, click here […]

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VOTW- moving energy made easy- Long travels

Published on: 27/01/2022

Moving cable applications with different orientations can cause designers issues. How can you get moving power vertically/horizontally/rotationally? With the range of energy chain variations available with igus®, there is a solution for your application. In this week’s video of the week, you can see the different vertical options for long horizontal travels. Options ensuring power […]

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Compact and bijou: The e-spool flex mini guides cables safely and saves space

Published on: 26/01/2022

Compact, desktop energy supply system from igus transmits power, data and media without interruption, and without a slip ring It is 169mm high, 163mm long, 78mm deep and weighs only 200 grammes, making the e-spool flex mini from igus one of the smallest and lightest cable and hose reels in the world. It carries energy, […]

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No dramas: Reliable energy supply for various stage technology demands with igus e-chains and e-spools

Published on: 18/01/2022

Complicated stage applications can be implemented even in confined spaces and with high loads using moving energy supply systems such as the e-spool and the zig-zag systems. The challenge for every stage and set builder is to design and build the perfect stage. Every job is different because stages are not off-the-shelf. Every stage is […]

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IPA test passed! e-skin flat energy chain with three layers receives cleanroom Class 1

Published on: 30/11/2021

The award-winning, modular alternative to ribbon cable proves its particle-free qualities in Fraunhofer cleanroom test. In clean room environments such as laboratories, energy chains required to manage cables and hoses safely must be particle-free. igus has developed the e-skin flat, an economical alternative to ribbon cables due to its modular design. Proof that the energy […]

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Vector highlights: Showcasing the best of the 2020 nominees.

Published on: 19/11/2021

It is that time again for the vector awards! Showcasing the best of energy chain applications. There are always innovative applications, and this year will be no exception. Thanks to Covid, last year’s vectors were postponed so the 2022 ones will be bigger and better! In this week’s video of the week, we look back […]

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VOTW- E4.1 and one for all

Published on: 28/10/2021

This versatile energy chain demonstrates its unique features in this video of the week. These features make it suitable for almost any cable management application, offering high strength, low wear, low noise, and a host of other design details that make it easy and fast to use.  The possibilities for this energy chain are endless.   Click here to view the video https://youtu.be/D3feMi2sEvY For more information […]

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