chainflex cables
igus chainflex cables do not contain harmful PTFE and PFAS chemicals, likely to be banned by the EU – now demonstrated with the “PFAS free” seal. Several compounds found in everyday products – per- and polyfluoroalkyl compounds, or PFAS for short – are harmful to the environment, humans and animals, similar to the chemicals of […]
igus monitoring module with status display measures the distance to the damaged or defective part of the cable Maintaining and monitoring heavily used and hard-to-reach bus cables is a constant challenge. i.Sense CF.D – the monitoring module from igus – has a unique function; it automatically detects the position of stressed areas in a cable […]
Catalogues are fast becoming more and more digital and with the introduction to the new chainflex® catalogue, this Is no exception. We now have the catalogues as digital versions however still offer them as a printed version on request for those customers who still prefer the physical version. In this week’s “video of the week”, […]
With cables in high demand, it is hardly surprising that at igus®, we have seen a high rise in data cable requirements. Our chainflex® data cables offer superb EMC resistance when used in moving applications, thanks to the special shielding structure. This prevents fracturing, stress and ultimately failures and downtime within your machines. And we […]
Tested, safe cable package with motor, data and hybrid cables for offshore e-loop, from igus igus has developed the e-loop, a chain to support hanging installations in extremely challenging applications, such as deep drilling oil and gas rigs. The extremely robust energy chain system safely guides cables vertically and is already replacing more and more […]
Sea locks commonly use festoon systems and with that can come issues with maintenance. This is why customers are changing from festoon systems to igus® energy chains. In this week’s video of the week, the igus® e-chain® is shown powering the sea lock with ease. After retrofitting in 2006, replacing a festoon system, a further […]
New flexible chainflex cable saves 40% space ine-chains and ensures secure energy and data transmission The next generation of motors are designed to be small, compact, and fast, and more and more drive manufacturers are relying on hybrid technology to save space. In response, igus has now expanded its range of hybrid cables with a […]
“Tech up, cost down” is proudly on display at MACH 2022 as motion plastics specialist igus exhibits a new low-cost robot for small scale work and a novel solution for storing and shipping cable drums – both increasing efficiency but keeping costs down. Automating industrial and lab-based operations is becoming more popular with labour shortages […]
In the UK we have over 200KM of chainflex® cable so can keep your machines moving! In this week’s video of the week, you get a sneak preview into why we are number one! Our continuous testing, our 36-month guarantee and being UL verified all ensure we can provide the best to our customers. To […]
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 […]