igus developed honeycomb structure to take strain off energy supply systems
igus developed a honeycomb structure to provide unique strain relief for energy supply systems. Cables and hoses can be pressed into the honeycomb, and when it is closed, the honeycomb cavities are pushed…
igus releases CFSPECIAL.182.060 bus communication cable
igus has introduced the CFSPECIAL.182.060 cable, specifically designed for maximizing bus communication in hanging applications. To solve this issue, the continuous-flex cable experts at igus have developed the new, high tensile CFSPECIAL.182.060 bus…
AutomationDirect adds continuous flexing control cable
AutomationDirect bulk multiconductor wiring and cable product line adds continuous flexing control cable, designed to be exposed to constant flexing during their operation and withstand millions of these flex cycles. CF5 and CF6…
igus lean energy chain and curved rail systems
igus will showcase at MACH exhibition, which runs from 9th-13th April at the NEC in Birmingham, a wide range of cost-effective, lightweight and maintenance-free bearings and cable management systems for a variety of engineering applications. Developed…
igus presented honeycomb strain relief
At the 2017 Motek tradeshow, igus presented a new and unique strain relief for its e-chain cable carriers: the honeycomb strain relief CFU. The strain-relief system replaces commonly used cable tie-wraps and other…
igus demonstrates safe energy chain systems for new cars at the IAA
The rising demand for permanently energized systems calls for energy chain solutions that guide cables safely. According to a Forsa survey, one in three drivers spends over an hour in the car on…
igus new generation of smart plastics adds more intelligence for greater plant availability
Predictive maintenance plays a key role in Industry 4.0 and the factory of tomorrow. Supporting this future, igus has added more sensors and monitoring modules to its smart plastics family for more intelligence –…
New generation of low-noise energy chains from igus for extreme dynamics
For applications where an extremely low-noise energy chain, with very high dynamics or very low abrasion, is required, igus has developed the E6.1 series. Suitable for applications with speeds of up to 20…
igus Energy Tubes Withstand Hot Chips Up to 850°C
igus introduces a high-temperature option for its R4.1L series of enclosed energy tubes that can withstand short-term contact with hot chips up to +850°C. Developed specifically for use in equipment, such as welding…
igus offers a space-saving solution for vertically suspended cable management
Standard ‘zig-zag’ energy chain modules are now available from motion plastics specialist, igus, offering a space-saving and cost-effective solution for applications requiring vertically suspended cable management. Ideal for stage technology and hydraulic aerial…
